At Thursday night's East Ridge City Council meeting, Scott Miller was appointed City Manager. Miller previously served as City Manager from 2016 to 2018 before announcing his retirement. Miller … [Read More...]
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Chattanooga Prep Students Honor the Legacy of King During Black History Month
Middle school and high school students of the all-boys Chattanooga Preparatory School are honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as part of their Black History Month Celebration with their … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Jan. 31
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 30, 2023 23-001215- 5300 BLK Clemons Road- Suspicious Activity- The caller advised a male subject was … [Read More...]
Jan. 30 Police Briefs
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 29, 2023 23-001182 – 4214 Ringgold Rd – Warrant Arrest – A subject was arrested on East Ridge warrants at … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests for Jan. 26-29
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 26-29. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
VIDEO: City Council Meeting of Jan. 26
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Municipal Court Docket for Jan. 31
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Shannon Baker - Public Intoxication/For Capias. Jared Broome - Possession Fentanyl/Resale, Possession Meth/Resale, Drug Paraphernalia, Possession Fentanyl/Alias Cap. Cassandra Brown - Evading, Revoked DL, Registration. Victor Castenada - Possession Meth, Criminal Impersonation, Drug Paraphernalia. Ronald Horner - Drug Paraphernalia. Amber Jenkins - … [Read More...]
Moore Road at Ringgold Road to Close Temporarily for Construction
Beginning on Monday, January 30, Talley Construction crews will close the intersection at the extension of S. Moore Road and Ringgold Road. Construction is planned to begin on Monday, January 30, and to be completed approximately within three days. During this phase of construction, the intersection will remain closed. Once completed, the intersection will be re-opened for public access. During this closure, all south bound traffic attempting to enter the extension of S. Moore Road will be … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Jan. 27
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 26, 2023 23-001050- 4800 BLK Madonna Ave- Suspicious Person- Police were dispatched to the area regarding a male wearing a blue jacket and gray sweatpants. On arrival police made contact with him. He advised he was attempting to find work so he could pay for his motel room. 23-001058-6500 BLK Ringgold Rd- Narcotics Violation- Two parties were taken into custody at this location after setting off the … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 interchange improvement at SR-2 (US-11, US-41, US-72, Broad Street) and SR-58 (Market Street): Williams Street is closed to all traffic at the I-24 underpass to support the installation of new storm drainage structures for the new frontage road. Traffic will still be able to access the ramps to I-24 and US-27, but no through traffic will be allowed on Williams Street between West 21st Street and West 25th Street. Traffic will detour around the closure via West 21st Street … [Read More...]
HCSO Negotiators Successfully De-Escalate Suicidal Call on Signal Mountain Bluff
On Thursday morning, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by a mother stating her son had threated to kill himself but did not know his location. Shortly thereafter, the suspect sent pictures to his family showing him at a steep cliff. HCSO deputies were able to locate the individual’s vehicle at the head of the Falling Water Trail on Signal Mountain. The subject then went on Facebook-Live and made comments that he was waiting on law enforcement to find him so he could “jump off … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Jan. 23-25
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 23-25. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Jan. 23, 2023 TOOLE, JEREMIAH CLAYTON104 NESTING WAY CHATTANOOGA, 37402Age at Arrest: 45 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeRESISTING ARREST OR OBSTRUCTION OF LEGAL PROCESSTHEFT OF PROPERTY (CONDUCT … [Read More...]
January 26 Police Briefs
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 25, 2023 23-000989- 60 BLK Frawley Road- Auto Theft- On scene police spoke with the victims. They advised a Hyundai had been stolen along with tools, a work laptop, scanner, car seat. She had last seen the vehicle in the driveway at approximately 0001 hours on 01/25/2023 and noticed it was no longer in the driveway at approximately 0530 hours the same morning. She advised the vehicle has a golden crown … [Read More...]
Mauldin Honored by Hamilton Place Rotary Club
HCSO Reserve Deputy Coordinator Receives 'Service Above Self in Law Enforcement Award' On Wednesday, the Chattanooga Hamilton Place Rotary Club presented Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Deputy Coordinator Jerry Mauldin their prestigious Service Above Self in Law Enforcement Award at their monthly luncheon held at the Metro Tab Church. Each year, the Chattanooga Hamilton Place Rotary Club takes the opportunity to recognize members of their local law enforcement community who have gone … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Jan. 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 24, 2023 23-000968 – 1000 Bass Pro Dr – Theft – Police responded to a theft in progress at Bass Pro. Loss prevention associates stated a female was exiting the store concealing a handgun and stolen merchandise. Officers encountered her as she exited the store. She did not have a handgun but had concealed 10 boxes of ammunition. She was also found to have active warrants through East Ridge, Hamilton … [Read More...]
Updated Hours for East Ridge Animal Services
Animal Services has New Contact Telephone Number UPDATE: On Thursday, January 26th, East Ridge Animal Services will begin accepting calls at 423-633-7774. East Ridge Animal Services, including East Ridge Animal Shelter, will be open Monday-Friday from 10am to 5pm and the first and third Saturday of every month from 10am to 2pm. ERAS will no longer be receiving calls or returning voicemails from 423-664-0271. In the event of an animal emergency, please contact 423-622-1725.For more … [Read More...]
Calls by Veterans Double after Expansion of VA Healthcare Benefits
This article is from Tennessee/Lookout More than 100,000 veterans in Tennessee may have been exposed to toxic substances during their military service and could be eligible for newly expanded healthcare benefits, according to the state’s department of veteran’s services. In August, President Joe Biden signed the PACT Act into law, expanding Veterans Administration benefits for men and women who were exposed to Agent Orange, burn pits, radiation or other toxic substances during the Vietnam, Gulf … [Read More...]
Man Wanted for Murder in East Ridge Taken into Custody by Mexican Authorities
A man wanted for the November 2022 killing of a woman on Spriggs Street has been taken into custody in Mexico. According to East Ridge police, on Monday, Jose Antonio Cruz Ramirez was taken into custody by Mexican Authorities. The East Ridge Police Department and the Hamilton County District Attorney's Office are coordinating with our federal partners to secure extradition on an outstanding 1st Degree Murder warrant. The international extradition process will take an unknown amount of time to … [Read More...]
January 24 Police Briefs
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 23, 2023 23-000928 – 1000 Bass Pro Drive – Theft/Evading - Officers responding to the Bass Pro on a theft call encountered a male party matching the description of the suspect near Champy’s on Ringgold Rd. The suspect fled north on Mark Smith Rd but his attempts to elude police were unsuccessful. He was taken into custody for theft and evading. 23-000916 – 4214 Ringgold Rd – Warrant Service – A man was … [Read More...]
Food Lion Feeds Donates $1 Million to Help Nourish Neighbors
Funding deepens partnerships with Feeding America® and No Kid Hungry to address increased demand for food assistance SALISBURY, NC – Food Lion Feeds continues to fulfill its commitment to fight hunger in the towns and cities Food Lion serves by donating $1 million to grow existing partnerships with Feeding America® and No Kid Hungry. The funding will support both organizations in meeting the increased demand for food assistance by building capacity so more meals can be delivered to families … [Read More...]
Tennessee American Water Announces Remote Job Opportunities for Chattanooga and Surrounding Areas
Tennessee American Water and its parent company, American Water (NYSE: AWK), the nation’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, announced today it will offer 25 full remote, customer service job opportunities for residents of Chattanooga and surrounding communities. “By bringing remote customer service job opportunities to the Chattanooga region, Tennessee American Water is continuing to invest in our communities while building on the quality service we are known for,” … [Read More...]