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HCSO Arrests Woman After Vehicle Pursuit: Drugs Recovered

August 13, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On August Thursday at around 2:15 A.M., Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducted a routine traffic stop on a vehicle near the 4800 block of Hixson Pike. During the traffic stop, it was confirmed that the driver had an active warrant out of Red Bank. The individual fled, nearly striking two deputies and initiating a […]

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Law and Order Aug. 13

August 13, 2026 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 12: A Squad 26-007701 – 800 BLK Belvoir Hills Drive – Wires Down – Police responded to Fountain and Belvoir Hills where a wire was observed crossing the roadway. EPB was notified, and ERFD coiled the loose wire near the utility pole […]

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Law and Order Aug. 12

August 12, 2026 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 11: B Squad 26-007656-5302 Stone Street-Animal Call – East Ridge Animal Services requested police response to the animal shelter regarding a dog being abandoned at the dog park on 8-8-2026. Further investigation is needed before criminal charges can be pursued, report […]

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Chattanooga Police Department Retires K9s Burt and Duke

August 11, 2026 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

After years of service protecting the Chattanooga community, the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is honoring the retirement of two members of its K9 Unit: K9 Burt, a decorated patrol and narcotics detection dog, and K9 Duke, who ultimately found his true calling outside of police work. K9 Burt, an 11-year-old Belgian Malinois, retired after 10 […]

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TBI Investigating In-Custody Death at Jail

August 11, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On the evening of August 10, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Corrections personnel were notified of an inmate experiencing a medical emergency. HCSO Corrections Deputies and contract medical personnel administered medical aid to the inmate identified as Colin Shannon, including administering Narcan and CPR while waiting on the arrival of EMS. Shannon was transported to a […]

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Law and Order August 11

August 11, 2026 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 7: A Squad 26-007507- 3400 BLK Lisa Drive – Warrant Service – Police were notified that a fugitive was on scene at the apartments. The man had active warrants for Theft and Forgery. He was taken into custody and transported without […]

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James L.C. Meyers Launches Campaign for East Ridge City Council

August 10, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

James L.C. Meyers officially announced his campaign for East Ridge City Council on Thursday, July 30, during an event at The Spot Event Center in East Ridge. The campaign kickoff brought together residents, community leaders, and supporters to hear Meyers share his vision for the future of East Ridge. The event marked the beginning of […]

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Mayors Wamp, Kelly Appoint Joe Smith Chairman of Regional Planning Commission

August 10, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp and Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly today announced the joint appointment of current Hamilton County School Board Chairman Joe Smith as chairman of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission. Smith succeeds Ethan Collier, whose term as chairman expired May 31. “With growth and infrastructure related issues continuing to be the primary […]

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Union Omaha Downs Red Wolves

August 9, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Union Omaha downed the Red Wolves 3-1, Saturday in USL League One action at CHI Memorial Stadium.  The Owls got the ball moving early with a goal in the 2nd from their Sergio Ors-Navarro. It was the first time Chattanooga had been scored on at home since May, and their response was feral. Determined to […]

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ERPD Arrests August 2-8

August 9, 2026 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 August 2-8. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Sunday, Aug. 2 None […]

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HCSO Search Warrant Yields Large Quantity of Drugs

August 8, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Friday morning, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Narcotics and Special Investigations detectives and the HCSO SWAT Unit executed a search warrant at the 4700 block of Norcross Road, resulting in the recovery of multiple controlled substances with an estimated street value of $94,000. Drugs seized included 34 ounces of methamphetamine, four ounces of Fentanyl, 22 grams […]

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Municipal Court Docket Aug. 11

August 8, 2026 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, August 11. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Dwayne Baker – Rape. Darren Chestnutt – Simple Assault/PTR, Possession Schedule II/Resale, Possession Schedule I, Simple Possession, Drug Paraphernalia. Elgin Evans – Aggravated Burglary, Aggravated […]

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Law and Order August 7

August 7, 2026 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 6: B Squad 26-007476 – 1500 BLK Mack Smith Road – Assist EMS – Police responded to this residence after the resident reported “Granny” had fallen and was unconscious. On arrival, police found the patient breathing but unresponsive and assisted in […]

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Law and Order August 6

August 6, 2026 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 5: B Squad 26-007434 – 3200 BLK Gleason Drive – Domestic Assault – A man was arrested after his girlfriend’s brother reported he tackled him and attempted a rear naked choke like maneuver following an argument over the suspect’s treatment of […]

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Catoosa Commission Approves Budget with Proposed Millage Rate Rollback

August 6, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

RINGGOLD _  The Catoosa County Board of Commissioners approved the fiscal year (FY) 2027 County Government General Fund budget that is balanced and supported with a proposed property tax millage rate rollback of 4.491 mills, down from the FY 2026 rate of 4.641 mills. The rollback helps offset this year’s revaluation of properties by the […]

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