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Tennessee State Revolving Fund Provides $7.3 Million for WWTA Project in East Ridge

November 20, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The City of East Ridge is about to see a lot more of the Hamilton County WWTA, thanks to funding by the State of Tennessee’s Revolving Fund.  The WWTA has worked hand-in-hand with the City of East Ridge over the last 18 to 24 months to define sewer infrastructure needs that will assist with critical […]

Filed Under: FEATURED POSTS, News

Christmas Parade on for Saturday

November 16, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

  UPDATE: City Manager Scott Miller said Thursday that even though the forecast for Saturday calls for rain in the area, the East Ridge Christmas Parade is scheduled to go forward. Miller said that if the weather becomes severe –  a downpour or lightning –  the parade will be called off.    East Ridge Christmas […]

Filed Under: Community, News

Chattanooga FC 2018 Season Passes are HERE

November 15, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The wait is over! Chattanooga FC is thrilled to unveil its season ticket packages for the 2018 season at chattanoogafc.com. This year is our tenth season, and the team is pulling out all the stops with some great perks for season ticket holders. “It’s hard to believe we celebrating our 10th season. Our fans and […]

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‘Share Your Christmas’ Campaign at Food City

November 13, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Food City is teaming up with WRCB-TV Channel 3 Eyewitness News, Chattanooga Times Free Press, Chattanooga Area Food Bank and WUSY 101 Radio to host their holiday “Share your Christmas” campaign.  The annual fundraising drive benefits local hunger relief programs throughout our region.   “Food City is proud to be a partner of the Share […]

Filed Under: Community, FEATURED POSTS

Catholic Downs Lookout Valley, 30-6

October 27, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Catholic wrapped up another successful campaign with a 30-6 victory over Lookout Valley, to close out the season with a 7-2 record. Andy McGann had a phenomenal day, recording 21 tackles.  Alex Osborne once again led the team in rushing and scoring, notching three touchdowns.  Cameron Elliot, Christian Robinson and Luke Smith also scored for […]

Filed Under: Community, FEATURED POSTS, Sports

Trunk or Treat at East Ridge Elementary

October 26, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Community, FEATURED POSTS, News

SWAT Team Assists in Serving Search Warrant

October 21, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

East Ridge police said that a “high risk” search warrant was served in the city on Friday. According to a press release, East Ridge Police Department SWAT Team  partnering with Collegedale SORT Team conducted law enforcement special operations on 10/19/2017 in East Ridge consisting of the service of a high risk search warrant. Multiple items […]

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Realtor Encouraged by Trends in East Ridge

October 12, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

As a resident of East Ridge for about 13 years, I’ve ridden the roller coaster of expectations regarding our city’s future (on many fronts). We lived at the west end for about six years, then moved to the east end, near the Georgia line. We owned ChattaMusic for several years, right in the heart of […]

Filed Under: Community, Opinion

Seminar on Addiction Offered at Hixson United Methodist Church

October 11, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The opiate epidemic is at our door step.  Last month the DEA confirmed that there is marijuana laced with fentanyl in Chattanooga.  The risks and dangers are growing that even the innocent can fall prey to an overdose.   Why can’t the addicts just quit?  They should know by now this is killing off over 100 people […]

Filed Under: Community, FEATURED POSTS, News

No Need for Civilians to Have Automatic Weapons

October 11, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

This letter is in response to the articles covering the recent shooting in Las Vegas. The second amendment of the United States Constitution states: “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” Obviously the need for […]

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Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Restaurants Join Fight Against Breast Cancer

October 9, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Orlando, Fla. (October 9, 2017) – Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurants has joined the fight against breast cancer through select menu and apparel items. During the month of October, a portion of the proceeds from Margaritaville’s Asiago Crab & Artichoke Dip with pink chips, Treasure Chests Pina Colada, and a Breast Cancer Awareness Pink tee will be […]

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Fall Festival at OLPH

October 9, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

OLPH School will hold a fall festival and craft fair on October 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  The kids will enjoy games, a cake walk, and inflatables. Concessions will be available, including chili from the inaugural Chili Cook-Off. Shop the craft fair where part of the proceeds will benefit the Society of Saint Vincent […]

Filed Under: Community, FEATURED POSTS

ERPD Asking for Help of Citizens

October 6, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The East Ridge Police Department is asking the public’s help in identifying the pictured individual. He is a person of interest in the investigation of multiple burglaries of Advance Rent to Own storefront and vehicles in East Ridge in September 2017. Anyone with information as to his identity or whereabouts is encouraged to call the […]

Filed Under: Crime News, FEATURED STORY, News

Sessions Announces DOJ Actions to Reduce Violent Crime

October 5, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – On October 5, 2017, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced several Department of Justice (Department) actions to reduce the rising tide of violent crime in America.  Foremost of those actions is the re-invigoration of “Project Safe Neighborhoods,” a program that has been historically successful in bringing together all levels of law enforcement to reduce […]

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Christian Heritage Downs Catholic for ISC Championship

October 5, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Christian Heritage defeated Catholic, 18-8, Tuesday evening in a hard fought, physical contest, claiming the ISC championship. Catholic led going into the fourth quarter, but turnovers and Christian Heritage’s size advantage finally caught up with the Rams. Catholic controlled the game early.  Burning nearly the entire first quarter, Catholic scored on its opening possession as Alex Osborne […]

Filed Under: Community, FEATURED POSTS, Sports

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