A couple weeks ago, East Ridge News Online reported that Kingwood Pharmacy, the iconic drug store founded by Tracy Parker in 1945, was not going anywhere. The story was prompted by postings from people on Facebook that Kingwood was shuttering its doors at the end of June. This reporter went to Kingwood and was told […]
A Great Month in East Ridge
Its been a really great month in East Ridge. Things are definitely breaking our way. The school system decided to finally take the step of fixing Raymond James Stadium. At the same time, the alumni association obtained 501(c)(3) status which will unlock many additional doors in the form of revenue and support from area business […]
Fishing for a Scandal at Budget Time
When I drove down the newly-widened Camp Jordan Parkway on my way to the Optimist Club’s Fishing Rodeo in Camp Jordan, yesterday, I couldn’t believe my eyes when I crossed Chickamauga Creek. The RV camping spot on the left was packed with campers and big barbecue rigs of the folks competing in the “Fire in […]
Don’t Forget the Sacrifice on Memorial Day
“HERE RESTS IN HONORED GLORY AN AMERICAN SOLDIER KNOWN BUT TO GOD” – Inscription on the tomb of the unknown soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. O’er the land of the Free and and Home of the Brave. Those words taken from Francis Scott Key’s 1814 poem resonate within the soul of many of us. […]
DeGlopper Announces Bid for City Council
Balance. Work versus play; thriftiness versus extravagance; soda versus water. Finding the proper balance can be a struggle. I’m sure if you look at most people’s lives it wouldn’t be too hard to find something that is slightly out of balance. The same thing rings true for the City of East Ridge. It’s with a lot […]
No ‘Grandfathered’ Extended Stays
Slums or no slums? That will be the question of the day at this Thursday’s city council meeting where extended stays will be on the agenda once again. At the last meeting Ordinance 1009 which modifies the existing zoning ordinance specifically the sections dealing with Hotels and Motels passed on first reading. In 2012 the city […]
What Does Future Hold for Our City?
When it comes to the future and what it holds in store for the next generation I’m concerned. Very concerned. When my kids get older will our street be as safe to play in as it is now? When my grandchildren start elementary school will they feel safe walking to the bus? Will they go […]
Stop The Meddling in CM’s Business
The way East Ridge sometimes works reminds me of a lyric in the Crosby Stills & Nash song Southern Cross. “And we never failed to fail it was the easiest thing to do” The words illustrate the way we’ve gone about trying to hire and keep a City Manager. When Andrew Hyatt decided to decamp […]
Manning Says ‘Others’ Started Williams ‘Stuff’
The stuff I was accused of starting that others men and women had started about the Interim City Manager Mr. Williams I did not start! The others would not admit it and the Lord will deal with them later, but now all is straightened out My heart is clear and the Lord knows!
A Thank You to Mike Williams
I would like to take the opportunity to thank Chief Mike Williams for a job well done. Even though I am long since gone from East Ridge City government, I occasionally get phone calls reporting situations that need to be addressed. Recently, I received such a call from the daughter of an elderly lady needing […]
Who’s The Boss?
“The city manager is not our boss we’re his boss.” – Councilman Denny Manning As the days approached prior to the most recent city council meeting a curious and surprising item appeared on this week’s agenda: I. Discussion of Current Interim City Manager – Councilmember Manning My first thought was that maybe Mr. Manning had […]
Wooten: Call Bass Pro
Everyone call The Bass Pro corporate number. Tell them what will become of their property once that place (extended stay motel at the former Superior Creek Lodge site) is opened back up! The elected officials need to be voted out since this place was not to be opened back up! _ Kathy Wooten
Back to the Future with Extended Stays?
When it was announced last month that the owners of Superior Creek Lodge had sold the buildings and five acres on North Mack Smith Road to a group of businessmen in Atlanta, many people in East Ridge rejoiced. The reviled extended stay motel that was the object of scorn by many residents _ and the […]
I’m Not Smart Enough for a Smartphone
I never, ever believed I would turn into “that person,” but I did after about two hours without my smartphone. Woke up Friday morning and all I saw on the screen was an apple icon. Couldn’t get it to do nothing. Called in my expert, DeGlopper. He hooked up his laptop to it and the […]
Is Causeway Wasting Goodwill On School System?
Editor’s Note: The views of contributing writers do not necessarily represent those of East Ridge News Online The Chattanooga nonprofit sector is dangling gift money before people in hopes they will help improve government schools. The sector in view of these charitable sentiments in the biggest consumer of tax dollars in Hamilton County, absorbing F$405.68 […]
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