The Hamilton County Health Department regretfully reports three additional COVID-19 deaths on Friday, bringing the total number of Hamilton County resident deaths to 33. “Our thoughts and prayers go … [Read More...]
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July 1 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from "pass along reports" provided by the administration of the East Ridge Police Department. June 29 Day Shift 5301 Ringgold Road (suspicious persons): Police … [Read More...]
HCHD Announces Potential COVID-19 Exposures at Central and Hixson Graduations
The Hamilton County Health Department, in partnership with Hamilton County Schools, is notifying the community about potential COVID-19 exposures that occurred at the Central High School and Hixson … [Read More...]
Health Department Reports 30th Death of Hamilton County Resident, Asks for COVID-19 Prevention Protocols at July Fourth Events
The Health Department sadly reports the 30th COVID-19 death of a Hamilton County resident. The individual was a Black male in the 71-80 year age group and had underlying medical conditions. “The … [Read More...]
Police Asking for Help in Finding Suspect in Assault
East Ridge police are asking for help in finding a man who is a suspect in Monday aggravated assault. Here's the post from the police department's Facebook page: East Ridge Police are seeking … [Read More...]
Latest Information on COVID-19 Cases in Hamilton County
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was last updated on July 2. With 61 new cases reported on Thursday, Hamilton County now has 2,704 reported COVID-19 cases. According to the health department, as of Thursday, … [Read More...]
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Police Briefs for June 30
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports" provided by the administration. June 27 – Day Shift 1410 Mack Smith Road (Budgetel)- Disorder- The caller advised the female occupant of room 3316 was yelling and disturbing the other guests. Dispatch advised this was an ongoing issue from last night. Officers contacted the occupants of the room and advised them to be quiet. 1410 Mack Smith Road (Budgetel)- Disorder- The caller advised the female in room 3308 was damaging … [Read More...]
June 29 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from "pass along reports" provided by the administration of the East Ridge Police Department. June 25 – Night Shift 5407 Marion Ave (domestic assault): Terry Ellis was taken into custody at this location after getting into an altercation with his ex-wife. The ex-wife suffered a cut to her head and injuries to her back. She was transported to Parkridge East for further care. 183 I 24 East (DUI/MVC): William Smith was arrested for DUI 2nd after he crashed … [Read More...]
Gov. Lee Extends State of Emergency to Aug. 29, 2020
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee today signed Executive Order No. 50 to extend the State of Emergency related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to August 29, 2020. The order allows the continued suspension of various laws and regulations and other measures in these orders to facilitate the treatment and containment of COVID-19 through regulatory flexibility, promoting social distancing and avoidance of large gatherings, and protecting vulnerable populations. Gov. Lee also signed … [Read More...]
Discharging Fireworks within City Limits is Illegal
You can purchase fireworks in East Ridge legally. You just can't shoot them off within the city limits without potential consequences as that action is illegal. Of course, this ordinance is largely ignored as the discharging of fireworks in East Ridge is common practice; none more than on major holidays like July 4th, Memorial Day, New Year's Eve, Groundhog Day, Mother's Day, Veteran's Day, President's Day, et al. East Ridge Police Chief Stan Allen issued the following press release on Monday … [Read More...]
TDOT: Lane Closures Halted for Holiday Weekend Travel
NASHVILLE – Road construction won’t slow motorists across Tennessee over the July 4th holiday. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, July 3rd through 6:00 a.m. on Monday, July 6th to provide maximum roadway capacity for holiday travelers. “The coronavirus has impacted travel plans for Tennesseans this July 4th holiday,” TDOT Commissioner Clay Bright said. “Although fewer … [Read More...]
Health Department Produces Informational COVID-19 Videos that are Now Available
On Sunday, the Hamilton County Health Department announced that it had created a series of informational videos it wants to share with people who have tested positive for COVID-19, their family members, and close contacts. Topics include information on if and when one should go tot he hospital. New videos are added on a regular basis. These videos can be found on our Spanish YouTube channel and English YouTube channel. Health Department affiliated testing sites are updated regularly our online … [Read More...]
Health Department Reports on Recent COVID-19 Deaths
The Hamilton County Health Department regretfully reports four additional COVID-19 deaths since last Friday, bringing the total number of Hamilton County resident deaths to 28. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families,” said Health Department Administrator Becky Barnes, “We want to encourage our community to continue wearing masks when out in public and to practice social distancing as much as possible. The disease is still very active in our community and community spread is still … [Read More...]
Free COVID-19 Testing at OLPH
There will be free testing for COVID-19 at OLPH on Wednesday, July 1. The testing will be done from 4 to 7 p.m. at the church located at 501 South Moore Road. … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests June 22-28
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from June 22-28. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. HARRIS, CEDRIC TERRELL727 E 11TH ST CHATTANOOGA, 374033104Age at Arrest: 49 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeIMPLIED CONSENT LAW - DRIVERSPOSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIAPOSSESSION OF METH (SELL, DEL. OR … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for June 30
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 30. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Cedric Harris - DUI, Possession Meth, Drug Paraphernalia, Implied Consent. Michael Harrison - Possession Meth, Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Removal of Plate. Harrison Shropshire - Possession Schedule VI/Resale, Possession Schedule II/Resale, Drug Paraphernalia. Eustacio Ramirez Gill - DUI, Aggravated Child Endangerment, No Insurance, No DL, Fail to … [Read More...]
Beach Retires from ERFD
This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, who posted this information on the City of East Ridge Fire and Rescue Facebook page. Today we celebrate the last shift of a firefighter. Lt. Len Beach has been a good servant to our community for over 26 1/2 years. Len brought experience and wisdom to us all. He has been a good friend, teacher, mentor and an example of a true firefighter. Len will be missed by his brother firefighters. We wish him a long and happy retirement. Love your brother. … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 Replacement of Belvoir Ave. bridge over I-24 and I-24 bridges over Germantown Road near MM 183: Lane shifts are in place on I-24 EB and WB under the Belvoir Avenue Bridge, at North and South Terrace approaching the Belvoir Avenue Bridge, and on Germantown Road under the I-24 Bridge. Double interior lane closures will occur on I-24 EB between MM 182 and 184 to support demolition of the Belvoir Avenue Bridge on 06/25/20 and between 06/28/20 through 07/01/20 from 9 … [Read More...]
June 26 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports" provided by the administration. June 24 Day Shift 3612 Ida Bell Lane (suspicious person): Police responded to a report of a female walking in the middle of the road and yelling at cars. Upon arrival, police made contact with the woman who stated she would go home and not bother anyone else. 524 A S. Lovell Avenue (auto burglary): A white male wearing an orange hoodie and black pants entered an unlocked 2012 silver Toyota … [Read More...]
VIDEO: June 25 City Council Meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w40r5bXcW7k&feature=youtu.be … [Read More...]
TDOT Projects Move Forward During COVID-19
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Despite altered work procedures designed to increase safety, the Tennessee Department of Transportation is pushing ahead on construction projects across the state. Reduced traffic over the past several weeks has also allowed TDOT crews to perform additional maintenance to interstates and state highways and make solid progress on projects in general across the state. In Nashville, the I-440 Reconstruction Project is in its final phase of work, with paving anticipated to be … [Read More...]