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 […]
‘Suspicious Package’ Investigation Briefly Shuts Down Ringgold Road
Traffic was briefly shut down, early Friday afternoon, as authorities checked out a “suspicious package” left outside an office. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, authorities were called to an office building in the 4100 block of Ringgold Road across the street from the Walmart Neighborhood Market. The caller said there was a […]
Fire Destroys Transfer Truck Traveling on I-24
A fire destroyed a transfer truck that was traveling on Interstate 24 east, Thursday evening. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, fire and police were dispatched to a reported truck fire on the exit ramp from I-24 at Germantown Road at 8:36 p.m. When firefighters arrived heavy fire was coming from the engine […]
Police Briefs March 21
An Ealy Road man was arrested Wednesday on a domestic assault charge after he allegedly menaced his mother after she refused to give him money. Tyler Lynn Garner, 26, of 4110 Ealy Road, was charged by East Ridge police with Domestic Assault, Possession of Schedule IV Drugs and Retaliation for Past Actions. He is due […]
Yelton Named Red Wolves’ VP of Youth Soccer Operations
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC Academy has announced Matt Yelton as vice president of youth soccer operations and senior director of coaching. Yelton will be responsible for all day-to-day operations while also leading the Academy’s administrative staff. “Having someone with Matt’s experience is invaluable to the launch of this new initiative,” said Sean McDaniel, President and […]
Police Briefs March 20
The following information was compiled from ERPD “pass along” reports for Tuesday, March 19. San Hisi Drive / Welworth Avenue: Dispatch received a call from a male subject who stated he located a two (2) to three (3) year old male standing at the roadside alone. Shortly after police responded and arrived on scene, the mother […]
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 […]
UPDATE: One Person Killed in Monday Afternoon Traffic Crash
UPDATE: According to a press release from the East Ridge Police Department, On March 18 at approximately 5:45p pm , East Ridge Police responded to a traffic crash on Ringgold Rd at Altamaha St. A Dodge pickup truck was traveling west on Ringgold Road. The truck was occupied by the driver, Jacob Alexander, and his […]
Police Briefs March 18
The following information was compiled from ERPD “pass along” reports from March 14 to March 17. 201 Eads Street: Police were dispatched to the address after receiving information that four juvenile subjects were being uncooperative with the courtesy officer at the apartment complex. Lt. Lackey told police that he observed the juveniles get into a […]
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 […]
Red Wolves Jumpstart Stadium Work Selecting Scott as Project Manager
Chip Scott will lead the charge on executing the vision for the professional stadium for the Chattanooga Red Wolves Soccer Club. The club will reveal the location of the new professional stadium in the near future. Early steps in planning include the hiring of Scott, who will serve as project manager for the new stadium […]
Reed’s Termination Letter Cites ‘Lack of Leadership, Low Morale’ for Dismissal
According to a letter of termination, dated March 13, Assistant City Manager Kenny Custer fired ERPD Chief J.R. Reed for “institutional lack of leadership” and low morale among the staff and police officers. ” … (T)he investigation involving interviews with the members of the leadership personnel within the Police Department and other officers and administrators […]
Reed Released by City
J.R. Reed, a 26-year veteran of the East Ridge Police Department who served as Chief for almost five years, has been released by the city. According to a Thursday evening press release, Reed was released effective March 13. In November 2018, Reed was placed on administrative leave due to matters relative to his position with […]
Police Briefs March 14
The following “pass along” reports were furnished by the East Ridge Police Department for the day and night patrol shifts for March 13. _ 724 Astor Ln.: Police responded to this address regarding a domestic assault. Nickolas Mallet was arrested on a charge of domestic assault for hitting his mother in the face with a cellular […]
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 […]
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