Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department officials confirmed today that an employee working at the Western Sizzlin Restaurant, located at 6021 Relocation Way, Ooltewah, TN 37363, has been diagnosed with acute hepatitis A. The restaurant employee worked at the restaurant while contagious March 10 – 20, 2019. Persons who ate at this restaurant during these dates should […]
Reynolds is ERAS ‘Pet of the Week’
Meet Reynolds! Reynolds came to the attention of East Ridge Animal Services from a hoarding situation back in December He wasn’t sure of his surroundings at first, but with love and patience this handsome fella has opened up and is waiting at the Petco in Fort Oglethorpe for his PURRFECT home. Reynolds is a sweet […]
Rabies Clinics to be Held
There will be a rabies clinic in the first two weeks of April to get your dogs and cats vaccinated. On Saturday, April 6, the clinic will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at Spring Creek Elementary School at 1100 Spring Creek Rd. On Friday, April 12, the clinic will be conducted at East […]
Taylor Receives Prestigious Optimist of Year Award
On Tuesday evening, the East Ridge Optimist Club hosted a chili and hot dog fundraiser. The proceeds from the event will help provide scholarships to East Ridge students. The event was successful as the club chef Harry Mackey made his delicious chili. The fundraiser featured special guests from the Hamilton County Optimist Club, Optimist International […]
Casey Is ‘Pet of the Week’
Meet Casey!! Casey is a female German Shepard mix that’s about two or three-years-old. Casey enjoys other dogs and loves people! She is spayed, up to date on all vaccinations and is heart worm negative. Casey has been patiently waiting at the shelter for 38 days now for her perfect person to come along and […]
‘Spring Forward’ This Weekend and Test Your Smoke Alarm Batteries
The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reminds Tennesseans to check their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when setting their clocks forward this Sunday morning, March 10, 2019 for the start of daylight saving time. “We know that smoke alarms save lives, but they can only do their job if they are working,” said Tennessee Department of […]
Optimist’s Hosting Fundraiser
No Clear Answer on When Pioneer Frontier Construction May Begin
East Ridge officials met with the public, Thursday night at City Hall, to answer questions and get input from residents about the proposed revamping of Pioneer Frontier playground. Amanda Bowers, the city’s Community Involvement Coordinator, told about a dozen residents who attended that the city has acquired a Local Parks & Recreation Fund grant through […]
Changing to Daylight Savings Time Can Cause Sleep Problems… Protect Yourself!
The arrival of Daylight Savings Time may feel like spring is finally starting, but it has a downside. Setting your clock forward—and losing one hour—isn’t just inconvenient. It can impact your sleep, and therefore your health. According to Dr. Anuj Chandra, medical director of the Advanced Center for Sleep Disorders, research shows that the spring […]
Scooby is ERAS’s Pet of the Week
Good morning ladies and gentlemen, have you all met Scooby? Scooby is a Rhodesian Ridgeback mix and is roughly two years old. He is a neutered male that’s up to date on all vaccinations and is heart worm negative. Scooby enjoys evening strolls and playing ball and even tug of war. He is very patient […]
Playground Update Tonight
According to a press release from East Ridge city officials, staff will give an update on the community playground and splashpad project on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the council chambers of East Ridge City Hall. This meeting will update the public on the project progress and park renderings. This project is […]
HCHD Releases ‘2019 Picture of Our Health’ Profile
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department announces the release of its 2019 Picture of Our Health community health profile for Hamilton County. The report is a broad picture of the health of Hamilton County residents compiled from local, state, and federal data sources. It was last updated in 2015. “This report helps guide our community’s efforts […]
Camp Jordan Renovations Moving Forward Despite Rainy Weather
Mother Nature has done its best not to cooperate this winter as the renovations at Camp Jordan Park continue. After rains soaked the area in 2018 – according to the weather service, it was the wettest year on record – precipitation has continued. Within the last 10 days, some of Camp Jordan was inundated with […]
TDCI Warns Tennessee Consumers about Phony ‘Free’ Back, Neck or Knee Braces
The promise of “free” back, neck, or knee braces might sound enticing to those in need of such devices. Unfortunately, Tennessee consumers end up paying when they’re duped by Medicare swindlers who are after consumers’ money and personal information. The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs today urges consumers to […]
Pet of the Week
East Ridge Animal Services is looking for a permanent home for one of its rescue dogs that has been living at the shelter for a long, long time. According to Animal Services Supervisor Crystal Reno, Diamond has been at the shelter since October 27, 2018. Way to long!! Diamond is about three years old and […]
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