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 … [Read More...]
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Police Briefs for Aug. 20
The following information was provided from East Ridge Police Department "pass along" reports. Aug. 19 Day Shift 5300 Greenbriar Road: Abandoned Vehicle- A 1999 Chevy Suburban that had been … [Read More...]
Council Approves Purchase of Two Sanitation Trucks
The East Ridge City Council gave its approval for the purchase of more than a half million dollars of garbage trucks in an emergency called meeting, Thursday at City Hall. "We are in dire need. … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Aug. 19
The following information was provided by East Ridge Police Department "pass along" reports. August 15– Day Shift 6521 Ringgold Road (Wally’s): Suspicious Vehicle- The caller advised of a red … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Aug. 12-18
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Aug. 12-18. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
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Lady Pioneers Open Soccer Season with a Shutout Win
East Ridge downed Central, 4-0, Tuesday at Camp Jordan, in girls high school soccer. Lucy Lopez had two goals, as the Lady Pioneers out-shot its opponent 16-4 in the home opener. Naida Xiloi-Hernandez had a goal and was credited with an assist. Aleyda Roblero also scored a goal. Leidi Paz and Allie Argueta had assists for the Lady Pioneers' … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Fall to North Texas, 2-0
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (8-6-7) fell 2-0 to North Texas SC (11-4-5) at David Stanton Field on Saturday night. North Texas took control of the match early in the first half, holding the Red Wolves to only one shot while they tallied 10 of their own. Goalkeeper Alex Mangels kept Chattanooga in the match, making two diving saves in the first 25 minutes. Mangels could only do so much though as North Texas got on the board first in the 35th minute with a goal from Callum Montgomery. The … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for Aug. 20
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Misael Augustin Miranda - Domestic Assault. Dennis Dodson - Aggravated Domestic Assault (3), Vandalism. Jose Perez-Mondragon - Aggravated Domestic Assault, Vandalism, Possession Schedule II/Crack Cocaine. Charles Rudder - Drug Paraphernalia/For Capias, Immediate Notice of Accident, Revoked DL. Anthony Santora - Possession … [Read More...]
Council to Have Emergency Called Meeting
According to the City of East Ridge's Website, the City Council will have an emergency called meeting on Monday to "discuss/take action on Resolution 2974 to purchase two tandem axle sanitation trucks." The meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19 at City Hall. … [Read More...]
‘Stars of Magic’ Set for Aug. 24
Police Briefs for Aug. 15
The following information was compiled from East Ridge Police Department "pass along" reports. Aug. 14 Day Shift 5610 Ringgold Road: Police responded to an automobile crash. Upon arrival police contacted the driver, Mary Griffith and passenger, Jeremy Womack. During the crash investigation meth, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia were located. Womack was arrested and charged accordingly. Griffith was transported to Erlanger. Warrants have been issued for her arrest. 5517 Ringgold … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Aug. 14
The following information was compiled from East Ridge Police Department "pass along" reports. August 13 Day Shift 4214 Ringgold Road: A woman responded to the police department to report possible fraud. Yesterday she applied for a loan at World Finance located at 3829 Ringgold Road, but was denied after the manager collected all her personal information. Two hours later she received a call from someone claiming to be with the U.S. Marshals stating she had rented a car found in Texas … [Read More...]
Lightning Strike May Have Sparked Fire at Condos
East Ridge firefighters along with a full complement of mutual aid departments responded to a fire that may have been caused by a lightning strike at the Belvoir Hills Estates condominiums at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday evening. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, a resident of the unit was transported to Erlanger Hospital. That person's condition is unknown. Chief Williams said a firefighter was also taken to Erlanger but later released. A second firefighter was treated at the scene … [Read More...]
Police Briefs Aug. 13
The following information was compiled from East Ridge Police Department "pass along" reports. August 12 Day Shift 5712 Ringgold Road: The complainant returned to Groome’s Transportation to retrieve her car last night around 2330 hours. While packing her luggage she put her Arcteryx jacket and backpack on the ground. She then drove off without the two items. Upon calling Groome’s she was informed the items had not been turned in by anyone. The missing backpack contains a Dell Latitude … [Read More...]
TDEC Cites Construction of Red Wolves Stadium
Our friends at NewsChannel9 are reporting that the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) issued a notice of violation on Monday to the owners of the Chattanooga Red Wolves, saying construction work has already begun without getting a permit from the state agency. TDEC inspectors provided photos in its notice of violation showing that "more than one acre of land" has been disturbed, which is against state environmental regulations. The inspection was conducted on August … [Read More...]
Authorities Declare Heat Advisory
This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams: The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Hamilton and our surrounding counties until Tuesday, August 13th at 7:00 pm. During this time, the Heat Index could reach up to 107 degrees due to temperatures in the mid 90’s. Heat and humidity could cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure. A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity … [Read More...]
Grant to Restore 5,400 Acres of Cumberland Plateau Habitat
Nashville — Through a recently awarded grant, more than 5,400 acres of shortleaf pine forests on the Cumberland Plateau will be restored and enhanced. A collaboration among several organizations will use prescribed fire and strategic plantings to revitalize this vanishing habitat that is critical to several species. The project will be implemented by The Forest Stewards Guild and Tennessee Wildlife Federation through its Habitat Conservation program. Habitat improvement efforts will also be … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Aug. 12
The following information was compiled from East Ridge Police Department "pass along" reports. August 7 Day Shift 730 Germantown Circle Apartment 615: Complainant stated an unknown suspect climbed onto his balcony and stole his wife’s 24” Huffy Cranbrook, cruiser style bicycle. He stated the last time he saw it was on Monday the 5th around 1800 hrs. No suspect information is available. 1421 Choate Road: The owner of Chattanooga Electrical Pro’s, reported the overnight theft of TN … [Read More...]
Talent Show Set for Sept. 7
Red Wolves’ Win Allows Jump in USL Standings
The Chattanooga Red Wolves' win over South Georgia Tormenta on Saturday in Statesboro catapulted them up the standings in the USL Legue One standings. The 2-1 win moved the Red Wolves (8-5-7) from sixth to third in the standings, trailing only North Texas and Lansing Ignite. The Red Wolves' Sito Seoane scored in the 57th minute, while Josue Soto scored the winning goal 85 minutes in. Goalkeeper Alex Mangels preserved the win by shutting out Tormenta's free kicks late in the … [Read More...]