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TDOT Contractor to Shift Traffic onto New Alignment on U.S. 27 South in Downtown

May 1, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Saturday, May 2, contract crews working on the U.S. 27 reconstruction project in downtown Chattanooga will shift U.S. 27 South traffic onto a new alignment between the Olgiati Bridge and I-24. The traffic shift operation will begin at 7:00 a.m. EDT and be completed by or before 7:00 p.m. EDT. Crews will begin the […]

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All Hamilton County Barbershops, Salons Allowed to Open on May 6

May 1, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger announced Thursday afternoon Hamilton County will follow the guidelines issued by Governor Bill Lee’s office for  all hair salons, barber shops  and other close contact businesses  throughout Hamilton County effective Wednesday, May 6. The Hamilton County Health Department will follow these guidelines based on the authority delegated by Governor Lee through […]

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TDOT Roadway Activity Report

May 1, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 Replacement of the Belvoir Ave. Bridge over I-24 and I-24 bridges over Germantown Road near MM 183: Lane shifts are in place on I-24 at the Belvoir Avenue Bridge. The contractor will continue night time removal of median barrier on I-24 under Belvoir Avenue Bridge. Single interior lane closures will […]

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Practice Social Distancing; Get out in your Boat

May 1, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is asking: What better way is there to practice ‘social distancing,’ than to get outside and enjoy Tennessee’s natural resources?  When enjoying recreational boating, it is important to observe the following practices to protect yourself and others and slow the spread of COVID-19: Only boat with those in your immediate […]

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Police Briefs for April 30

April 30, 2020 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information was compiled from ERPD “pass along” reports. April 29 Day Shift 1028 Hurst Street (violation of conditions of release): The complainant called police due to Cedric Hayes contacting her via Facebook and sending her pictures of the outside of her house. Mr. Hayes has an active conditions of release against him after […]

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Barber Shops and Hair Salons May Open on May 6

April 29, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger announced Wednesday that all hair salons and barber shops throughout Hamilton County can open Wednesday, May 6, with specific guidelines. The Hamilton County Health Department will allow the opening of barber shops and hair salons based on the authority delegated by Governor Bill Lee through the Tennessee Pledge, released last […]

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April 29 Police Briefs

April 29, 2020 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department and was compiled from “pass along” reports. April 28 Day Shift 4135 E Ridge Dr- Caller stated a maroon SUV, with an unknown B/M driver was observed driving around slowly in front of her residence this morning. Caller stated this has happened before in […]

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Woman who Allegedly ‘Hoarded’ Tornado Relief Supplies Charged with Coercing a Witness

April 28, 2020 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The woman who was accused of hoarding disaster relief goods at an East Brainerd trailer park after the Easter Sunday tornado is facing additional charges related to the incident. According to a Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department press release, Kimberly Gail West was taken into custody late Tuesday afternoon on two felony charges of coercion of […]

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April 28 Police Briefs

April 28, 2020 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information was compiled from “pass along” reports furnished by the administration of the ERPD. April 27 Day Shift 3500 block Connelly Ln- A male subject was found unresponsive, and without a pulse in the bathroom at this location from a possible drug overdose. Officers began CPR and administered Narcan to him on scene. […]

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Health Department Clarifies Restaurant Reopenings for Both Owners and Patrons

April 27, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Hamilton County Health Department would like to insure that both local restaurants and consumers have the information they need to navigate safely the reopening of Hamilton County restaurants. The Health Department is following the recommendations provided by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and supported by Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger. “We know the reopening of […]

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Police Briefs for April 27

April 27, 2020 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information was compiled from “pass along” reports provided by the administration of the ERPD. April 23 – Day Shift 2103 Eledge Rd- Reporting party called and advised an unknown W/M came to her residence to ask her for a light for his cigarette. Police checked the area but were unable to locate. 1533 […]

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ERPD Arrests April 20-26

April 26, 2020 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 20-26. 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. April 20 No arrests April […]

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Municipal Court Docket for April 28

April 25, 2020 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, April 28. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Those appearing in court are in custody of law enforcement. In an effort to safeguard individuals from COVID-19, the general public will not be allowed in the courtroom at this […]

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East Ridge to Follow Governor’s Plan for Re-Opening

April 25, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Cities of Collegedale, East Ridge, Lakesite, Lookout Mountain, Red Bank, Ridgeside, and Soddy-Daisy, all members of the Small Cities Coalition of Hamilton County, have agreed tojoin with Hamilton County to follow Governor Lee’s Executive Order 29 and adhere to related directives by the Hamilton County Health Department. Lee’s Executive Order 29, issued Friday afternoon, […]

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VIDEO: Hamilton County Press Conference of April 24

April 24, 2020 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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