The Hamilton County Health Department reported 245 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, Sept. 16, bringing the total number of people who have contracted the virus since the beginning of the pandemic to … [Read More...]
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The Hamilton County Health Department reported 286 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, Sept. 17, bringing the total number of people who have contracted the virus since the beginning of the pandemic to … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
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 on the placement of … [Read More...]
Housing Commission Meeting of Aug. 9
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Police Briefs for Sept. 16
The following information was compiled from "pass along reports" furnished by the administration of the East Ridge Police Department. Sept. 14 Day Shift 21-013328- 1600 blk of Wake Robin Drive- Shots … [Read More...]
90 Patients Being Treated for COVID in Area Intensive Care Units
The Hamilton County Health Department reported 274 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, Sept. 15. The total number of people who have contracted COVID since the beginning of the pandemic now stands at … [Read More...]
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TDOT Contractor Completes First Phase of I-75 at I-24 Interchange Modification
TDOT contract crews have completed the phase one project of the I-75/I-24 interchange modification in Hamilton County on time and within budget. C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. was the contractor for the $132.6 million dollar project that began construction in June of 2019 and was completed in August of 2021. The project contained eleven bridges, seventeen retaining walls, one noise wall, several grading, drainage, ITS, and lighting improvements, and paving. The project was constructed using … [Read More...]
Sept. 15 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Sept. 13 Day Shift 21-013269- 3716 Fountain Avenue- Theft from Vehicle- The complainant advised sometime during the overnight hours someone removed the catalytic converter from his vehicle. He advised he started his vehicle at approximately 0530 hours on this date to go to work and noticed a loud noise coming from the vehicle. Upon inspection of the vehicle, it was discovered the converter had been sawed off. 21-013272- 840 … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Sept. 14
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." September 11 – Day Shift 400 block Frawley Road (warrant service): Brittany Taylor was arrested on East Ridge Warrants from a drug related issue that occurred on 09/10/21. (21-013090) 6521 Ringgold Road (warrant service): Karlnelius Edwards was arrested on East Ridge warrants for possession of marijuana for resale and possession of a firearm during a dangerous felony. (21-013171) 4214 Ringgold Road (warrant service): Tereza … [Read More...]
HCSO SRO Arrests Student at East Ridge High School; Loaded Handgun Recovered
On Monday afternoon, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to East Ridge High School was contacted by the Hamilton County Juvenile Court regarding a student with active attachments for Probation Violation and Unruly Conduct. The SRO made contact with the student in question and after searching their person, a loaded Glock handgun was found in the student’s pants. The student was arrested and was charged with the following in addition to the attachments … [Read More...]
East Ridge to Celebrate 100th Anniversary on Saturday, September 25th
The City of East Ridge is inviting everyone to join them at Camp Jordan on Saturday, September 25th, as the park transforms into one big party celebrating the City’s 100th birthday. Come join the fun beginning at 8 a.m., as the festival kicks off with a 5K, 10k, and half-marathon race presented by Scenic City Multisport. Anyone interested in participating can still register online at eastridge100.com. At 10 a.m., party guests can browse through over 80 marketplace, crafts, and community vendor … [Read More...]
Sept. 13 Police Briefs
September 09 – Day Shift 21-013038- 5076 South Terrace #108 (Vacant Storefront)- Urban Campers- The caller requested police respond and remove the homeless people camping on the sidewalk. On scene police spoke with the people and advised them to leave the area. 21-013041- 1403 Swope Drive- Burglary/Theft- The complainant called police after she returned home and found an unknown male in her garage. She advised she confronted the white male and he advised he was hired to clear out the garage. She … [Read More...]
East Ridge First Responders Represent City in 9/11 Stair Climb
A handful of members of the East Ridge Fire Department and East Ridge Police Department participated in the seventh annual Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at AT&T Field on Sunday morning. The event commemorates the heroic actions of New York City first responders climbing 110-stories of stairs at the World Trade Center's Twin Towers in an attempt to save people trapped in the high-rise building after terrorists flew planes into them. A 3.43-mile walk was offered as an alternative, in … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Sept. 6-12
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Sept 6-12. 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. BIVENS, DREQUAN TARRICK3428 VINEWOOD DR CHATTANOOGA, 374064445Age at Arrest: 28 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeFORFEITURE CAPIAS DRIVING ON REVOKEDPOSSESSION OF A STOLEN FIREARM BRADY, NICHOLAS ADAM913 … [Read More...]
Sept. 14 Municipal Court Docket
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Sept. 14. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Tyrie Benford - Aggravated Domestic, Evading Arrest, Suspended DL, No Insurance, Reckless Endangerment, Suspended DL. Meredith Binkley - Possession Heroin, Drug Paraphernalia, Revoked DL, Registration Violation, No Insurance. April Burkhart - Possession Meth/PTR, Possession Heroin/Resale, Possession Meth/Resale, Possession Hydrocodone/Resale, Possession … [Read More...]
Updated COVID-19 Information
The Hamilton County Health Department reported 346 new COVID-19 cases on Friday. The total number of people who have contracted COVID since the beginning of the pandemic now stands at 57,877. Four deaths from COVID were reported on Friday, bringing the total number of people who have succumbed to the virus to 578. There were 366 people being treated for COVID in area hospitals, which established a new record. Eighty-four patients were in intensive care units. Since the beginning of the pandemic, … [Read More...]
HCSO Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 with Specially Designed Patrol Vehicle
In recognition of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attack on our nation, Chief Deputy Austin Garrett commissioned a specially designed patrol vehicle in tribute to the heroic men and women who courageously responded to this attack on our nation and in honor of those who lost their lives in service to our country. “On September 11, 2001, the American people experienced the most horrific terrorist attack in our nation’s histor," Chief Deputy Austin Garrett said. "On that day, thousands … [Read More...]
Market Street Bridge to Undergo Quarterly Testing this Sunday
The Tennessee Department of Transportation will conduct quarterly testing and maintenance on the Market Street Bridge in downtown Chattanooga on Sunday, September 12 during which time the bridge will be closed to through traffic. From 8:00 a.m. EST to no later than 2:00 p.m. EST, the bridge will be closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic as the testing is performed. Should inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances delay this week’s inspection, it will be rescheduled to take place at a later … [Read More...]
City Council Meeting of Sept. 9
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TDOT Roadway Activity Report
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 on the placement of earth fill, the construction of bridges, and the installation of new overhead signs. On Wednesday 09/15/21 beginning at 9 PM through 6 AM Thursday 09/16/21 the contractor will close the left (#1) lane of I-24 Westbound near MM 178 to place concrete barrier rail. Chestnut street is closed to through … [Read More...]
Sept. 10 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Sept. 8 Day Shift 21-012975- 6404 Ringgold Road (Burger King)- Disorder- The caller advised a homeless male in his underwear was refusing to leave the business. On scene police spoke with a clothed Paul S. He was checked for warrants and sent on his way. Later in the shift police received another call on Paul. The caller advised he was dancing in the street. Police checked the area, but he was not located. 21-012977- 3500 … [Read More...]