According to our friends at NewsChannel 9, an elderly man suffered severe burns apparently from an accident while grilling. The fire happened Tuesday afternoon on South Seminole Drive. East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams told channel 9 that a man was grilling on his back porch when the fire happened. Chief Williams said that a […]
Outbuilding Damaged by Fire
This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams: On July 1, 2019 at approximately 2:57 pm East Ridge Fire, East Ridge Police and Memorial EMS were dispatched to a reported out building on fire at 6610 Hilton Dr. Units arrived on scene reporting heavy smoke coming from the out building and the out building was […]
HCSO Safety Reminders for Independence Day Holiday
In anticipation of this week’s July 4th festivities, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office would like to offer the following safety reminders to ensure the citizens of Hamilton County enjoy a safe and meaningful holiday. The safe discharge of fireworks is allowed for residents who live within the unincorporated areas of Hamilton County. However, if you […]
TBI Releases Annual School Crime and Domestic Violence Studies
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released two new studies today, detailing the volume and nature of crime on school campuses and crime identified as having a domestic violence nexus. Both studies utilize data from the Tennessee Incident Based Reporting System (TIBRS). Among the findings of ‘School Crime 2018’: · The overall number of offenses reported […]
New State Budget Taking Care of Most Vulnerable Citizens
Monday, July 1, marks enactment of the state’s new budget as Tennessee’s 2019-2020 fiscal year begins. The new budget provides tax relief, while taking care of the state’s most vulnerable citizens, investing in education, ensuring the safety of the public, and maintaining the fiscal discipline that has earned Tennessee recognition as the best managed state […]
Council Approves Red Wolves Rezone
On Thursday, the East Ridge City Council voted unanimously to rezone 60 acres adjacent to Spring Creek Road allowing the construction of a soccer stadium for the Red Wolves surrounded by a mixed-use development. Bob Martino, the owner of the Red Wolves soccer club, intends to invest $125 million to build a 5,500 seat stadium, […]
Beattie Named ‘Player of the Week’ in USL League One
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC forward Steven Beattie has been named the USL League One Player of the Week for Week 13 of the league’s inaugural season. This marks Beattie’s second Player of the Week award and his third appearance on Team of the Week. The Red Wolves captain was fantastic in the 3-2 win […]
‘Hands Free Law’ Effective July 1
The East Ridge Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security make drivers aware of the new “Hands Free Law” that takes effect July 1, 2019. According to a press release by the department, this new law requires drivers to put down their phones and focus on the road. The […]
Red Wolves Edge Triumph, 3-2
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC defeated Greenville Triumph SC 3-2 at David Stanton Field Saturday night. Forward Steven Beattie won the night, recording the first hat-trick in Red Wolves history. After 19 minutes of back-and-forth play, the Red Wolves struck first. Beattie received a cross from midfielder Ami Pineda following a corner and headed the ball […]
Bean Added to 12 Most Wanted List
This from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office: On Monday June 17, 2019 at 10:00 pm, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division (CID) was dispatched to conduct an investigation concerning the sexual assault of a minor. The relevant facts of the investigation were brought before the Hamilton County Magistrate in the form of an […]
Optimist’s ‘Cars-4-Kids’ Show this Saturday at CJ Arena
This from officials with the East Ridge Optimist Club: This Saturday June 22, 2019 is our 5th annual car show for kids. All proceeds are used to fund our community projects. Please, come out and see some fine cars. Note, this is inside the arena and admission is free. Also, we are currently promoting our […]
Three Red Wolves named to USL League One Team of the Week
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC goalkeeper Alex Mangels, midfielder Ami Pineda and forward Sito Seoane have been named to the USL League One Team of the Week for Week 12 of the league’s inaugural 2019 season. All three played key roles in the Red Wolves’ first road victory in team history on Saturday, contributing to the 2-0 […]
ERPD Officer Receives Award
Officer Stacy Lively of the East Ridge Police Department received the Dr. Wade B. McCamey Leadership award during graduation ceremonies for Class 112 of the Walters State Regional Basic Law Enforcement Academy. From left are Nathan Antrican, assistant professor of criminal justice, Lively, Lieutenant Josh Creel of the East Ridge Police Department, and Jacob Vaught, […]
Red Wolves Rezoning Passes on First Reading
On Thursday, the East Ridge City Council passed on first reading an ordinance that would rezone a large tract of property east of Spring Creek Road, paving the way for construction of a soccer stadium and commercial district. There was little discussion on the issue that last week cleared the hurdle of the city’s planning […]
Metro Ideas Project Announces School Budget Calculator Ahead of Commission Vote
Metro Ideas Project announced its calculator to help Hamilton County residents estimate their property taxes under the proposed FY2020 School Board budget while accounting for unfunded items left out of the proposal. VIEW THE PROJECT: https://metroideas.org/projects/hcde-tax-calculator/ The budget calculator helps residents understand the personal impact of the proposed $34 million increase requested by the Hamilton County […]
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