With no discussion, the East Ridge City Council passed on first reading a budget for next year, Thursday night at City Hall. City Manager Scott Miller told the council that the $13.66 million General … [Read More...]
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Thongnopnua Calling for Stronger State Policies to Address Violent Offenders
Joda Thongnopnua, the Democratic candidate for Tennessee’s 30th State House District, responded to Wednesday’s reports of another shooting in East Ridge, Tennessee and called for stronger state … [Read More...]
ERHS Alumni Association Golf Tournament
The East Ridge High School Alumni and Supporters Association is looking for volunteers and teams for its upcoming fundraising golf tournament. The tournament - a four-man select-shot event - is … [Read More...]
UPDATED: Police Investigating Shooting at Newcastle Apartments
East Ridge police are investigating a Wednesday morning shooting that happened at the Newcastle Apartments. According to Assistant Chief Stan Allen, police were called to the complex at 5700 Roper … [Read More...]
TBI Report: Domestic Violence Cases Down
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released a new study today, detailing the volume and nature of crime identified as being domestic violence in nature. The annual report compiles crime … [Read More...]
Time on Side of Residents Appearing Before Housing Commission
Time is on the side of most residents who have business with the East Ridge Housing Commission. At Monday's regular monthly meeting at City Hall, the commission granted each of the three property … [Read More...]
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Police Briefs June 15
_ 6514 Ringgold Rd.: As a result of reported narcotics trafficking, police were conducting a surveillance of the Mapco at this address on Thursday. According to an affidavit of complaint, police saw a red Dodge neon with a white male standing outside of the vehicle for several minutes engaged in a conversation with the driver. An officer made contact with the men and told them of the complaint about narcotics trafficking. The man outside the car kept concealing his hands in his pockets after an … [Read More...]
Patient Appreciation Day at Physicians Care
Physicians Care in East Ridge is hosting Patient Appreciation Day, Thursday, June 21 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Community members are invited to stop by and kick off the start of summer with grilled hot dogs, chips, and cold drinks served in the East Ridge center parking lot. “East Ridge is a close-knit community and we want to thank those patients who trust us with their care, as well as let others know we are here when they need us,” said Ellis Harris, East Division Vice President for Physicians … [Read More...]
Police Briefs June 12
_ 3528 Connelly Ln.: Police responded to the address last week on a reported burglary from a vehicle. According to a police report, officers met the female victim who said that someone had entered her car last Tuesday evening. The culprit pulled out the contents of her glove compartment and center console and scattered it in the passenger's seat and the floorboard. The only thing the victim could determine missing was a cellphone charger. The report states that the victim told police she leaves … [Read More...]
Police Briefs June 11
_ 800 block Hardin Dr.: Police were called to the area last Thursday evening about a prowler. According to a police report, when an officer arrived the homeowner said that her dog started barking at the back door. The woman said she saw a man on her back deck take off and then go under the deck. The report states that the officer looked under the deck and found Renzo Alberto Salazar hiding. The officer detained Salazar to found out what the situation was. According to the report, the female … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests June 4-10
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from June 4-10. 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. LAWSON, ALYSHA DESTINEE 3912 BENNETT RD EAST RIDGE, 37412 Age at Arrest: 22 years old Arresting Agency: East Ridge PUBLIC INTOXICATION MCCARTY, ANDREW BYRON 74 CLOUDS SPRINGS RD ROSSVILLE, 30741 Age … [Read More...]
ER Municipal Court Docket June 12
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 12. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins with traffic cases being heard at 3 p.m. Christopher Bettis - Revoked DL/Alias Capias, Registration Violation, Light Law, No Insurance. Brian Black - Drug Paraphernalia/Alias Capias. Tommie Battle - Revoked DL/Alias Capias, Registration Violation. Perry Brannon - Drug Paraphernalia, Theft of Auto, Possession Schedule III/PTR. William Burke - … [Read More...]
One Injured in I-75 Crash
One person was injured in a car accident on Interstate 75, officials said Friday. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, firefighters were dispatched to a two-car accident at about 2:15 p.m. When first responders arrived they found one person trapped under the dash of their vehicle. Williams said hydraulic tools were used to free the person from the vehicle. The injured person was taken to a local hospital by Puckett EMS. "Great job to Blue Shift and all that were involved," Chief … [Read More...]
Football Game Benefiting Martin Family
On Friday night Raymond James Stadium will play host to the Stump Martin Memorial Senior Gridiron Showcase. The football showcase will display the talents of recent graduates from Northwest Georgia and the greater Chattanooga area. Player introductions are scheduled for 7:15 p.m., with kickoff at 7:30. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for high school students who show a valid school ID. Children under 10 will be admitted free. Parking at the event is $3, and concessions stands will be open … [Read More...]
Police Briefs June 5
_ Germantown Circle: Last Thursday an officer was patrolling in the area when he noticed a white male with face tattoos walking away from a Chevy Silverado truck. The man quickly walked into the breezeway of the Germantown Garden apartment complex. According to a police report, as the officer was driving around the complex, dispatch put out a BOLO for two white males with face tattoos who may have stolen a Chevy pickup. The officer advised dispatch that he was in an area with a man who matched … [Read More...]
Lane Closures at Night on Ringgold Road
East Ridge city officials said that resurfacing of Ringgold Road will be performed at night early next week. According to a press release by ERPD Chief J.R. Reed, construction crews will begin placing surface mix this Sunday Night (6/10/18) on SR-8 (Ringgold Rd.) and this work will be performed between 7 p,m. and 6 a.m. the following morning. The work will require lane closures in both directions along Ringgold Road. Construction personnel anticipate this work to take between two and three … [Read More...]
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Boyd Extortion Charge
A special judge refused to dismiss a case of extortion against Hamilton County Commissioner Tim Boyd, Tuesday in Hamilton County Criminal Court. Judge Andrew Freiberg, a Bradley County judge who is hearing the case as Hamilton County judges recused themselves, said there is a factual dispute if Boyd's recorded phone calls with East Ridge Mayor Brent Lambert were politically protected free speech or extortion. He set an August 9 date for Boyd to enter a plea or for a trial to proceed where a … [Read More...]
ERPD Public Service Announcements
The following are two public service announcements from the East Ridge Police Department. The East Ridge Police Department has taken numerous recent reports of residential auto burglaries. These occurred May 31-June 1, 2018 in the Camp Jordan area. The suspects targeted unlocked vehicles during night hours and have made off with personal property including firearms, electronics, and one vehicle. Residents are strongly encouraged to take property inside, lock vehicle doors, and remove spare … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests May 28-June 3
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from May 28-June 3. 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. BRANNON, PERRY THOMAS 3605 DODSON AVENUE CHATTANOOGA, 37412 Age at Arrest: 25 years old Arresting Agency: East Ridge THEFT (MOTOR VEHICLE) POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA MAHAFFEY, JANELLE PAIGE … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket June 5
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 5. Municipal court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. with traffic cases. Jonathan Bech - Manufacture/Delivery/Sale/Possession Meth, Criminal Conspiracy, Drug Paraphernalia, Possession Meth. Nicholas Brown - Speeding, No Insurance, Revoked DL/Prob Capias. Andrew Cleland - Drug Paraphernalia, Simple Possession. Douglas Daugherty - DUI/4th, No Insurance, Leaving Scene of … [Read More...]
Man Accused of Killing Deputy Apprehended
NASHVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, working jointly with the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, and multiple other local, state and federal agencies, has resulted in the arrest of a man who was the subject of a two-day manhunt in Dickson County. At the request of 23rd District Attorney General Ray Crouch, on May 30th, TBI Special Agents, along with these partner agencies, responded to investigate the on-duty … [Read More...]