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Red Wolves Get Road Win
Juan Galindrez's goal in the 88th minute was the difference as the Chattanooga Red Wolves edged FC Tucson, 3-2, Saturday in Arizona. The win gave the Red Wolves a 4-1-1 record in USL League One play. … [Read More...]
Catoosa County Leverages Explore Georgia Grant to Enhance Cloud Springs Canoe Launch with New Pavilions
RINGGOLD – Catoosa County’s Parks and Recreation Department announced the enhancement of its popular Cloud Springs Canoe Launch with new pavilions, barbecue grills and shoreline bench, made possible … [Read More...]
Register for ‘Run, White & Blue’ 5K Roadrace
The Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce and Catoosa County Government are inviting you to participate in the 1st Annual Catoosa County Run, White & Blue 5k Road Race and 1 Mile Fun Run sponsored by … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for June 11
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." June 9 Day Shift 950 Spring Creek Road (misdemeanor citation): Koryuanna Mykia Carter was issued a misdemeanor citation for … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
District 29 HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 interchange improvement at SR-2 (US-11, US-41, US-72, Broad Street) and SR-58 (Market Street): During this reporting period, the contractor will be working in the area … [Read More...]
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Comprehensive, Statewide Litter Pollution Study Underway
Problem Outweighs $15 Million Taxpayers Spend Annually NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR) voted unanimously, 20 to 0, to begin a comprehensive study of litter pollution in the state. This marks the first fresh progress on statewide litter control in a generation. The study will address topics such as the sources and composition of litter, financial and environmental costs, economic opportunities of recovering waste, the effectiveness of existing … [Read More...]
June 10 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." June 8 Day Shift No number assigned- 6400 blk of Ringgold Road- Evading- Police attempted a traffic stop on a white Jeep. (TN M6456F) The driver failed to stop and fled north on I-75. There was no tag record found per dispatch. 21-008088- Prigmore Road @ Spriggs Street- Check Hazard- Police were dispatched on a fallen tree in the roadway. The street department responded and removed the tree from the roadway. 21-007368- 6674 … [Read More...]
Hamilton County DA’s Cold Case Unit Solves Murder with Ties to Former Governor
Investigators with the Hamilton County District Attorney General’s Office Cold Case Unit (CCU) have solved a homicide that occurred 42 years ago, and the connections to that murder go all the way to a former Tennessee governor’s office. District Attorney General Neal Pinkston, along with CCU supervisor Mike Mathis and Investigator Ben Scott, presented their new findings before a Hamilton County grand jury on June 8, 2021, which included the identification of William Edward Alley, formerly of … [Read More...]
June 9 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." June 7 Day Shift 21-008027- 3657 Ringgold Road (Cascade Motel)- Wellbeing Check- Dispatch advised that a man called in talking about an unknown conspiracy. They requested police check on the individual. On arrival police spoke with the man and he was ok. 21-008028- 3400 Lisa Drive - Missing Person- The caller advised she had not seen a male subject since Saturday and wished to report him missing. She was advised he was … [Read More...]
TDOT Contractor Reschedules Traffic Modification on Broad Street and Market Street near I-24
Due to rainy weather this week, TDOT contract crews have rescheduled the work to modify traffic patterns in the Broad Street and Market Street areas near I-24 in Chattanooga. The work will now take place beginning after 9:00 a.m. EDT on Monday, June 14, 2021. Once the new traffic patterns are in place, drivers in the Broad Street and Market Street areas will access I-24 East differently than they do now. Currently northbound Broad Street traffic accesses I-24 East via 25th Street and Long … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for June 8
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." June 05 – Day Shift 6674 Ringgold Road #172 (arrest): Michael Hall was taken into custody for domestic assault and possession of drug paraphernalia. (21-007911) 6674 Ringgold Road #172 (misdemeanor citation): Taelor Hall was issued a misdemeanor citation for possession of drug paraphernalia. (21-007910) 728 Frawley Road #914 (theft from vehicle): The complainant reported an unknown suspect rummaged through his unlocked … [Read More...]
June 7 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." June 03– Day Shift 21-007788- 3639 Shirl Jo Lane- Possible Intoxicated Person/Medical Call- The caller advised of an intoxicated white male in the area. On arrival police found the man suffering from a head injury. Fire and EMS responded and cleared him medically. He was detained and charged with public intoxication. Warrant Service/Transport- Phillip Headrick was transported from the Walker County jail to the Hamilton … [Read More...]
Tennessee State Parks Named Finalist for National Gold Medal Award
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks is a finalist for the 2021 National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, according to the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). “Our state parks system is embedded in the fabric of Tennessee communities,” said David Salyers, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. “Resource protection, natural … [Read More...]
TDOT Partners with Chattanooga Lookouts and Tennessee Aquarium for World Ocean Day
TDOT Aims to Raise Awareness of Connection between Roadside Litter and Ocean Health The Tennessee Department of Transportation is celebrating World Ocean Day on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 by sponsoring a Chattanooga Lookouts baseball game and partnering with the Tennessee Aquarium. World Ocean Day is a global celebration designed to inspire appreciation and action for the sustainable management of the ocean and protection of marine life. Both events are funded by a grant supporting "Nobody Trashes … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Lose on the Road
The Chattanooga Red Wolves lost to South Georgia Tormenta FC, 1-0, Saturday in Statesboro, Georgia at Erk Russell Park. The loss drops the Red Wolves to 3-1-1 in USL League One play. The Red Wolves will travel to Arizona next Saturday to play FC Tucson. The only goal of the contest came in the 59th minute when Azaad Liadi followed up a save by the Wolves' goalkeeper Sebastian Mora Mora. … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests May 31-June 6
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from May 31-June 6. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. CLARK, RENEE KRISTA9515 TIMBERLOG DRIVE CHATTANOOGA, 37421Age at Arrest: 20 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgePUBLIC INTOXICATIONPOSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIADISORDERLY CONDUCT FITZPATRICK, MITZI … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for June 8
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 8. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. William Cody Bell - DUI, Reckless Driving, Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting, Assault on Police (20< Felony Evading, Public Intoxication, Obstructing Highway. April Burkhart - Possession Meth, Possession Cocaine, Possession Roxycodone, Drug Paraphernalia, Possession Marijuana. Tyshaila Chain - Fraud use of Debit/Credit Card/Petition to Revoke. Antonio … [Read More...]
June 4 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." June 2 Day Shift 21-007751- 1473 Mack Smith Road- Suspicious Person- The caller advised of a homeless male sleeping in front on the vacant business. On arrival police spoke with the man. He was checked for warrants and sent on his way. 21-007752- 5512- Ringgold Road (Ruth’s Hair and Beauty)- AOA- Catoosa County requested police check with the business to see if they were missing a van. On arrival police were advised the … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
District 29 HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 interchange improvement at SR-2 (US-11, US-41, US-72, Broad Street) and SR-58 (Market Street): During this reporting period, the contractor will be working in the area of Market Street (SR-58) and I-24 to implement a new traffic pattern. On 06/07/2021, the contractor will close the ramp to I-24 Eastbound at Long Street and the cloverleaf ramp from Market Street (SR-58) Southbound to I-24 Eastbound. Traffic in these areas accessing I-24 Eastbound will do so via a … [Read More...]
June 3 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from "pass along reports" provided by the East Ridge Police Department. June 1 Day Shift 3613 Missionaire Ave (vehicle burglary): The reporting party stated her wallet and 9mm S&W “Lady Smith” handgun were taken from her 2018 gray Jeep Cherokee overnight after the vehicle was left unsecured. Police recovered some of the reporting party's belongings including a checkbook as they appeared to have been discarded by the suspect along roadway leading to … [Read More...]