Health Department Reports Eight Deaths on Wednesday EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was last updated on Nov. 25. The Hamilton County Health Department reported 246 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing … [Read More...]
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Nov. 24 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from East Ridge Police Department "pass along reports." November 21 – Day Shift 18-A Mission Ridge Oval (auto theft): The resident reported his 2006 Mazda M3h … [Read More...]
East Ridge Offices Closed In Observance of Thanksgiving
East Ridge city offices and services will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 26th and 27th in observance of Thanksgiving. For businesses and residents who have Thursday garbage pickup, their … [Read More...]
HCSO Lieutenant Chris Harvey Graduates Prestigious National Forensic Academy (NFA)
Sheriff Jim Hammond and Chief Deputy Austin Garrett are proud to announce the graduation of Lieutenant Chris Harvey from the prestigious National Forensics Academy (Session #53). Lieutenant Harvey … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Nov. 23
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." November 19 – Day Shift 4108 Greenbriar Road- AOA/Burglary- A woman called police after seeing smoke coming from her neighbor’s … [Read More...]
Health Department Guidance to Reduce the Transmission of COVID-19 in the Workplace
The Hamilton County Health Department offers guidance to protect workers and prevent transmission of COVID-19 in the workplace. Based on investigations, a major source of transmission in our community … [Read More...]
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TDOT Halts Lane Closures on Tennessee Highways During Thanksgiving Holiday
NASHVILLE – Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this holiday. TDOT will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. All construction related lane closures will be stopped beginning at noon on Wednesday, November 25, through 6:00 a.m. on Monday, November 30. “Thanksgiving is typically the most traveled holiday of the year,” said TDOT Commissioner Clay Bright. “Halting … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Nov. 16-22
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Nov. 16-22. 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. MATTHEWS, KENNETH DEWAYNE1417 ST THOMAS ST. ROOM 225 EASTRIDGE, 37412Age at Arrest: 33 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeDOMESTIC ASSAULTVIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION BOYD, TEEZO NAVODNI5717 BUNCH ST … [Read More...]
Health Department Announces Several Possible COVID-19 Exposures
The Hamilton County Health Department announces several possible COVID-19 exposures due to infectious persons working or attending the following locations/dates: Wimpie’s Restaurant,9826 Dayton Pike, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379. Monday, November 16, and Wednesday, November 18, 2020 (not Tuesday, November 17). Super Carniceria Loa #7, 1500 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408. Saturday, November 7, through Thursday, November 19 (a total of 13 days). “Friendsgiving” party in the commons area of … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for Nov. 24
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Nov. 24. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Johnathan Buckner - Theft over $10,000, Aggravated Assault, Felony Evading, Resisting Arrest, Reckless Driving, Hit and Run. Keith Claywell - Possession Prohibited Weapon/For Capias, Possession Schedule II/For Capias. Blake Drouillard - Auto Burglary, Theft of Property, Public Intoxication. Charles Jay - Domestic Assault/Petition to Revoke. Kenneth King - … [Read More...]
Courts Closed in Catoosa County Due to COVID-19
Due to COVID-19, the Catoosa County Magistrate Court, the Clerk of Superior Court, and Juvenile Court will be closed from Friday, November 20 through the Thanksgiving holiday. Catoosa County Probate Court is closed Friday, November 20 and plans to reopen Monday, November 23. Anyone having business with the Catoosa County Courts is encouraged to check their status online at www.catoosa.com/courts. For more information contact John Pless, Public Information Officer, at (423) 779-4069 or … [Read More...]
‘Q for Kids’ Benefit On Saturday in Fort Oglethorpe
Join us for the Catoosa and Walker County Sheriff’s Offices “Q for Kids”, benefiting the Stocking Full of Love program that supports children in need with toys this Christmas season. Members of both departments have been working hard this week with Wardlaw’s Lucky Eye Q to smoke 1,000+ pounds of pork butts. Ø Who: Catoosa and Walker County Sheriff’s Offices, UCTV, Wardlaw’s Lucky Eye Q and Food City Ø What: “Q for Kids” Barbecue Sale Ø When: Saturday, November 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 … [Read More...]
Health Department Announces Potential COVID-19 Exposure at General Sessions Court
The Hamilton County Health Department announces a potential COVID-19 exposure at the Hamilton County General Sessions Court located at 600 Market St in Judge Webb’s courtroom. Case investigations revealed that an individual was in this courtroom during their infectious period of COVID-19 on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 9 AM to 12:30 PM. “Anyone who visited this courtroom on this day and time should monitor themselves for COVID-19 symptoms and get tested as soon as possible if symptoms … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Nov. 20
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Nov. 18 Day Shift 123 Hilldale Drive- Suspicious Person- The caller advised she observed a male attempting to enter her vehicle. The male was unable to make entry and walked off. Officers responded and checked the area. The suspicious male was not located. 1503 McDonald Road (Waverly Motel)- Domestic Assault- A woman called and advised she had been assaulted by Ricky Covington. During the investigation it was found the … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 Resurfacing from north of SR-58 (LM 4.8) to the Tennessee River Bridge (LM 6.5):Construction will continue along SR-153 requiring nighttime NB/SB lane closures, Thursday to Tuesday (8 PM to 6 AM) during this reporting period. One lane will always remain open in each direction during construction. [Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Micka/CNU196] HAMILTON COUNTY SR-319 Repair of the bridge over the Tennessee River and Riverpark Drive (LM 2.2):The … [Read More...]
Health Department Announces COVID-19 Exposures at A5 Volleyball Events
Attendees Should Monitor for Symptoms and Get Tested As Soon As Possible If Symptoms Appear The Hamilton County Health Department announces multiple COVID-19 cases have epi-linked to A5 Volleyball activities beginning Sunday, November 8 or earlier and have continued through Saturday, November 14 or possibly longer. Case investigations revealed that multiple individuals from multiple schools have attended these events, some during their infectious period of COVID-19. Health department officials … [Read More...]
HCSO Offers Tips to Protect Online Purchases and Prevent Front Porch Theft
As we all know, the holidays are quickly approaching. In light of the Christmas season, citizens across our county will begin Christmas shopping for family and friends especially as we look forward to Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals both in stores and online. Because of COVID-19 concerns, it is anticipated an extraordinary amount of shoppers across our county and our nation will choose to shop for more of their purchases online rather than in local stores. This will result in an increased … [Read More...]
Nov. 19 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Nov. 17 Day Shift 3984 Ringgold Road (burglary): Suspects attempted to force entry into the Stop N Go Pharmacy Store by beating on the drive thru windows with cinder blocks and a steel parking lot pole. Entry was unsuccessful due to the impact resistant glass and steel window frame. Video security footage is being reviewed. 323 Camp Jordan Parkway (theft): A vendor at this weekend’s coin show called police to report a missing … [Read More...]
IDB Meeting Has Been Rescheduled for Dec. 3
The East Ridge Industrial Development Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 19 at City Hall has been postponed, officials said Wednesday. The board meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. The board will also hold a public meeting at the newly rescheduled date. The IDB and public meetings concern a proposed Economic Impact Plan for a professional stadium and mixed-use development area near Interstate-75 that will be submitted to the … [Read More...]
Catherine Neely, Legendary East Ridge Coach, Passes
Catherine Neely, a true Pioneer legend, passed away early Wednesday morning. Posts on social media said Neely passed away after battling COVID-19. Neely retired from coaching girls' volleyball and basketball in 2014. But not until she amassed 1,395 wins on the volleyball court and tallied 626 wins on the basketball court. She was the national volleyball coach of the year in 2006 and was honored by USA Volleyball with a "Lifetime Achievement and Service Award" in 2008. In 2012 Neely became the … [Read More...]
Travis, One of County’s ‘Most Wanted,’ In Custody
On Tuesday at about 7:30 p.m., detectives from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team (FAST) tracked Stevie Randall Travis to a location in the Morgantown Community of Rhea County. According to a HCSO press release, HCSO FAST detectives, assisted by Rhea County Sheriff’s Office, were able to take Travis into custody without incident. He is currently being transported to Hamilton County where he will be booked on the following warrants: Criminal … [Read More...]