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Health Department Provides Updates on Case Trends, Death Demographics, Labor Day Gatherings, Testing Opportunities

August 14, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 1 Comment

Heath Department data show an upward trend in the daily number of new cases with 109 cases today. Since a low on August 4 of 44 cases, the number of new cases reported daily has begun to increase again. While hospitalizations continue to trend down, the number of Hamilton County resident deaths related to COVID-19 […]

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VIDEO: Aug. 13 City Council Meeting

August 14, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

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TDOT Roadway Activity Report

August 13, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY SR-319 Repair of the bridge over the Tennessee River and Riverpark Drive (LM 2.2): The contractor will be performing repair operations to the bridge that will require lane closures in both directions. Extra caution should be observed of trucks entering and exiting the work-zone. Beginning Aug 10th thru Aug 15th, the […]

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Latest COVID-19 Testing Sites

August 12, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Free Health Department COVID-19 Testing Opportunities for this Week and Weekend: This Week (August 13-16) Alstom Plant, located at 1125 Riverfront Parkway Thursday and Friday 7 AM-12:30 PMSaturday and Sunday 7 AM-11 AM This Weekend (August 15-16) The Village Church, (the old Mt. Canaan Church) located at 2800 N Chamberlain AveSaturday 10 AM-1 PMSunday 12 PM-3 PM Free transportation is […]

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Atlanta-Area Couple Sentenced for Sex Trafficking Minors

August 11, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

On August 5, 2020, Savannah Grissum, 22, of Douglasville,Georgia, and Alonzo Dean Westmoreland, 31, of Kennesaw, Georgia, were sentenced by the Honorable Curtis L. Collier in the United States District Court for the Eastern District ofTennessee at Chattanooga. Both plead guilty in September 2019 to transporting in commerce an underage victim for the purpose of […]

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6th Annual Wildlife and Landscape Photo Contest Taking Submissions

August 10, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Tennessee Wildlife Federation asking photographers to submit Tennessee wildlife and landscape photos NASHVILLE — Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest nonprofits dedicated to conserving the state’s wildlife and natural resources, is now accepting photo submissions for its 6th annual Tennessee wildlife and landscape photo contest.  Photographers are encouraged to submit up to […]

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Health Department Announces COVID-19 Exposures at Three Eateries and a Pool

August 10, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Hamilton County Health Department announces possible exposures to positive cases of COVID 19. August 3-4 (Monday and Tuesday) – Mike’s Hole in the Wall, 535 Cherokee Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37405. August 3-4 (Monday and Tuesday) – Mellow Mushroom (downtown), 205 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402. August 5 (Wednesday) – Reunion Subdivision Swimming Pool, 1100 […]

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Red Wolves Pull out Draw on the Road

August 10, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Chattanooga Red Wolves were well aware going into Saturday night’s game that the defending champions, North Texas FC, would be a very talented and dangerous side. The Red Wolves were up for the challenge however, as they were able to pull out a draw on the road at Globe Life Stadium in Arlington, Texas. […]

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The New Pioneers of Progress

August 9, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 2 Comments

As a newcomer to East Ridge politics, I began my run for East Ridge City Council by researching the history of East Ridge. I discovered that the founders of East Ridge signed the City Charter in 1921 so that they could bring electric lights to its residents, ushering East Ridge into the 20th century. Located […]

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COVID-19 Deaths Now at 53

August 7, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Hamilton County Health Department is saddened to report that the total number of Hamilton County resident deaths has risen to 53. Below are details of deaths 50-53: #50: 61-70 year old African-American, non-Hispanic male with multiple underlying conditions. #51: 61-70 year old African-American female with no underlying conditions and who was asymptomatic at the […]

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TDOT Roadway Activity Report

August 7, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY SR-319 Repair of the bridge over the Tennessee River and Riverpark Drive (LM 2.2): During this report period the contractor will be performing repair operations to the bridge that will require lane closures in both directions. Extra caution should be observed for trucks entering and exiting the work-zone. Additional flaggers will […]

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Health Department Announces Potential COVID-19 Exposure at the Windy Gap Young Life Camp, Weaverville NC

August 6, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

 The Hamilton County Health Department announces exposure to positive cases of COVID 19 with participants that attended the Windy Gap Young Life Camp, 120 Coles Cove Rd, Weaverville, NC between July 24 and July 31, 2020. Case investigations revealed that persons from Hamilton County attended the camp while in their infectious period. It is recommended […]

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Health Department Announces Potential COVID-19 Exposure at the Lincoln Day Dinner

August 5, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Hamilton County Health Department announces a COVID-19 exposure at the Lincoln Day Dinner event, held Friday, July 31 at the Chattanooga Convention Center, 1150 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN 37402. Case investigations revealed that a person attended the event while in their infectious period. It is recommended that anyone who attended this event get tested […]

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Fire and Police Hosting Blood Drive

August 5, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The East Ridge Police and Fire Departments will be hosting a Blood Assurance Blood Drive on Tuesday, August 18, from noon until 6 p.m. at the Fire and Police Services Center Donors do not have to be police or fire department employees, officials said. It’s recommended to schedule an appointment by visiting www.bloodassurance.org/erpd, call 423-756-0966, or […]

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Health Department Services during the COVID-19 Response

August 4, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Hamilton County Health Department continues to limit all regular services in order to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, yet wants to make the public aware of the services they can still receive. “This limitation is temporary and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause,” said Health Department Administrator Becky Barnes, “We hope our […]

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