On Thursday during its final meeting in May, the East Ridge City Council began by honoring an employee and ended by honoring taxpayers. Carol Courtney, was honored by the East Ridge Police Department on her retiring after 29 years of service as a crossing guard. The ERPD’s Lt. Daniel Stephenson, presented “Captain” Courtney with a […]
UPDATE: Missing Child Found
UPDATE: On Friday, May 24, 2019 at 6:50 am, Hamilton County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to the intersection of Boy Scout Road and Moses Road on a report by a citizen advising they observed Matias Martinez with the missing child, Octavia Afiya Shaw. Deputies immediately responded and upon arrival at 6:53 am, took Martinez into […]
Police Briefs May 23
The following information comes from East Ridge Police Department “pass along” reports. May 22–Day Shift 1501 Tombras Avenue: Officers observed four (4) juveniles trespassing inside the McBrien Elementary School. When officers approached, the juveniles ran and exited the school through a small window. It is believed they entered the school through the same window. The […]
‘Meet the Mayor’ Synopsis
The following is a synopsis of the “Meet the Mayor” event at Local Coffee of East Ridge on May 11. City Manager Hiring: As you know Mr. Dorsey started this past Monday, May 6th. We are very happy and excited to have Mr. Dorsey as our City Manager. We have had a very interactive week […]
East Ridge Observes Memorial Day with Annual Ceremony
On Monday, May 27, beginning at 1:30 p.m., the Annual East Ridge Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at Pioneer Frontier Park, located beside East Ridge City Hall. This annual tradition honors those that have served in any branch of the military who died while on active duty. The William E. Blair Post 95 of […]
County Officials Make Case for Increased Schools Budget
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 […]
Police Briefs May 22
The following information is from East Ridge Police Department “pass along” reports. May 21–Day Shift 5301 Ringgold Road: The manager of Walgreen’s reported that a female carrying an oversized purse entered the store and stole multiple cans of aerosol deodorant before leaving in a mid-2000s blue/gray Nissan Altima. The suspect is a female Caucasian in […]
Police Briefs May 21
The following information is from ERPD “pass along” reports. May 20 – Night Shift 1203 John Ross Road: Alden Profanchik, 21, of a North Carolina address, was arrested for DUI, simple possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia following a single vehicle crash involving the mailbox at this address. 5301 Ringgold Road: A woman […]
Tennessee Wildlife Federation Wants Your Litter Photos
Nashville — Tennessee Wildlife Federation wants your litter pictures. Whether it’s in the woods, on the lake, along a river, or by the road, send the Federation your snapshots of the cans, bottles and outright trash that make our great outdoors a little less great. To submit your photos and help raise awareness of Tennessee’s […]
Police Briefs for May 20
The following information is courtesy of East Ridge Police Department “Pass along” reports. May 16 – Day Shift 6674 Ringgold Road: Officers were conducting a follow-up in room #278 at the Rodeway Inn regarding a theft. John Reed was in the room and was found to have active warrants through Hamilton County. Mr. Reed was […]
Hermoine is ‘Pet of the Week’
Meet Hermoine! Hermoine is roughly 2-3 years old, up to date on all vaccinations and heart worm negative! Hermoine loves to take walks and isn’t bad on leash either! Hermoine came to ERAS as stray, and has warmed up to the Officers rather quickly!! If you are looking for a loving energetic pup then look […]
HCDE ‘Budget Information Session’ Set for Tuesday at High School
Hamilton County Schools Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson will lead a budget information session at East Ridge High School on Tuesday, May 21, officials said. The budget review is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. Also scheduled to appear with Dr. Johnson is Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger and District 8 School Board member Tucker McClendon. […]
Optimist Club BBQ Slated for May 25
The East Ridge Optimist Club is holding a fundraising barbecue on Saturday, May 25 at Camp Jordan Park. Officials with the charitable organization said the event will be held at the pavilion across from the arena and run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pork and chicken plats with slaw, beans and a drink will […]
ERPD Hosting ‘Spring N2 Safety’ Event on May 18
The East Ridge Police Department will host a “Spring N2 Safety” event on Saturday, May 18 at Camp Jordan Arena. The focus of the event of the event that will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. is safety, officials said in a press release. The event is geared for people of all ages. […]
Boyd Says Numbers Don’t Add Up During Community Meeting
District 8 Hamilton County Commissioner Tim Boyd met with some of his constituents Thursday night at the Community Center to provide the real numbers behind why he is opposed to a proposed tax increase for education. Boyd said the numbers provided by the Hamilton County Board of Education (HCBE) to encourage support of its $34 […]
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