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Buddy’s bar-b-q Opens for Business

August 30, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Buddy’s bar-b-q is now open at 619 Camp Jordan Parkway in East Ridge. The popular barbeque restaurant’s new location is just behind Bass Pro Shops. “The city welcomes Buddy’s bar-b-q to East Ridge and appreciates their investment in our community,” said East Ridge Mayor Brian Williams. “We wish Buddy’s much success and will be enjoying […]

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Personnel Review Board Findings Conflict with Reed Termination

August 21, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

The East Ridge Personnel Review Board has recommended reinstating former Police Chief J.R. Reed to the department as a supervising sergeant over the Traffic Division. The board’s non-binding recommendation was released on Wednesday. The board heard Reed’s appeal over three meetings in July and August regarding the city’s allegations that he: failed to comply with […]

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Tennis is Back!

August 10, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

Dozens of people bearing tennis and pickleball rackets descended on the newly refurbished tennis/pickleball courts at East Ridge High School during the “Grand Re-Opening” of the facility, Saturday morning. It appears that the re-introduction of tennis in the city is an “ace,” as East Ridge City Councilman Mike Chauncey said he arrived a little after […]

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Governor Lee Helps Red Wolves Break Ground on Stadium

July 9, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, along with local and state dignitaries, joined Bob Martino, the owner of the Red Wolves, in a ceremonial groundbreaking for the pro soccer team’s stadium, Tuesday morning just off Spring Creek Road. Martino said he had two passions in life … soccer and real estate. “The stadium will connect people through […]

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Fire Damages House on Close Road

July 5, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams: On Friday morning, July 5, at approximately 0039 a.m., East Ridge Fire, Police and Memorial EMS were dispatched to a reported residential fire with one occupant still inside at 1925 Close Rd. First arriving fire units reported that all occupants were out and heavy smoke and fire […]

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HCSO Safety Reminders for Independence Day Holiday

July 1, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

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 […]

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Champy’s Coming to East Ridge

June 21, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken is coming to East Ridge. City officials and Champy’s owners, Seth and Crissy Champion, announced on Friday that the new store, the third in the greater Chattanooga area, will be built at 6515 Ringgold Road; the former location of a Shoney’s and most recently a fireworks business. “We’re really excited […]

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Optimist’s ‘Cars-4-Kids’ Show this Saturday at CJ Arena

June 19, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

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 […]

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Red Wolves Rezoning Passes on First Reading

June 14, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

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 […]

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UPDATED: Red Wolves Development Clears Planning Commission

June 4, 2019 By Dick Cook 2 Comments

UPDATE: The story contains links to detailed technical information from the Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency concerning the rezoning of the 60 acres for purposes of developing the Chattanooga Red Wolves SC stadium and mixed-use development. Click on the links below: http://eastridgetn.gov/getattachment/News/Red-Wolves-Development-Approved-by-Planning-Commis/Red-Wolves-development-Planning-Commission-2019-0603-att-2-(1).pdf.aspx http://eastridgetn.gov/getattachment/f96ccb8c-3fdf-4bba-999e-eedc6d2fdae8/Red-Wolves-development-Planning-Commission-2019-0603-(1).pdf.aspx One down … 99 to go. On Monday, the East Ridge Planning […]

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Optimists Are Hooked on Fishing Rodeo

June 1, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

The fish were biting at Dickert Pond inside Camp Jordan Park, Saturday morning, as the East Ridge Optimist Club put on its 7th Annual Fishing Rodeo. “So far I’ve caught four,” said young Adalyn McClendon, who was brought to the event by her grandfather, Phil Wooten. “The biggest one has been two pounds.” The event […]

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Budget Workshop Scheduled for Friday

May 28, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

The East Ridge City Council will hold a budget workshop on Friday, May 31 at City Hall on Tombras Avenue, according to a notice on the front door of City Hall. The workshop is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m., and the public is invited. Last Thursday, City Manager Chris Dorsey reviewed the proposed $13.88 […]

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County Officials Make Case for Increased Schools Budget

May 22, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

About two dozen interested citizens attended a budget information session hosted by Hamilton County School Board member Tucker McClendon, Tuesday evening at East Ridge High School. The school board recently passed a $443 million budget for fiscal year 2019-20, an increase of $34 million over the previous year. The additional request would in part fund […]

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The Waverly Back in Business

May 13, 2019 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

After closing down the Waverly Motel last week in an emergency meeting due to serious codes and fire safety infractions, the East Ridge Housing Commission voted, 4-1, Monday to allow the troubled business to resume operations. “You’ve been pro-active,” housing commissioner Earl Wilson told Waverly officials after making a motion to allow the business to […]

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City Hammers The Waverly

May 8, 2019 By Dick Cook 1 Comment

On Wednesday during an emergency called meeting, the East Ridge Housing Commission suspended the operation of the Waverly Motel due to numerous code and fire safety violations. “(The Waverly) has been neglected for a long time,” Housing Commission Chairman Jim Winters said to Rashan Patel, the general manager of the motel. “I think it’s a […]

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