East Ridge will be represented by two new faces in Hamilton County government for the next four years; Katie Perkins and Joshua Wichman, both Democrats. Wichman, a newcomer to East Ridge and to … [Read More...]
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Municipal Court Docket August 25
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, August 25. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Marcus Arnold - Child Abuse, … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 21
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 20: B Squad 26-007994- 2100 BLK McBrien Road- Traffic Stop - Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle … [Read More...]
Law and Order August 20
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 19: B Squad 26-007959- 3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Theft - The business reported a suspect stole merchandise on … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 19
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 18: A Squad 26-007916 – 6700 BLK Ringgold Road - SIA / Arrest - Police were flagged down by a concerned … [Read More...]
State Reports $1.2 Billion Surplus in Last Fiscal Year
Tennessee Lookout Tennessee’s next governor will enter office with a $1.2 billion surplus, after the state finalized the books on its most recent fiscal year. State Finance and Administration … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Edged on the Road
The Chattanooga Red Wolves suffered a road loss to Sarasota Paradise 3-2, in USL League One action on Wednesday. This Saturday, the Wolves will return home for a game against the New York Cosmos. This will be the first-ever interaction between the two sides. Inclement weather pushed the match back an hour. The Red Wolves soldiered through nonetheless, readying themselves for the awaiting game in Sarasota. Anderson Rosa got the scoring started for Florida in the 18th, with a surprising shot from … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 18
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 17: A Squad 26-007888 – 4200 BLK Ringgold Road - Traffic Violation / Narcotics Violation - Police initiated a traffic stop for a seatbelt violation. Officers observed the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted where an open container of alcohol and suspected marijuana were found. The driver was found to be in possession of LSD. The driver was cited, … [Read More...]
Food City Presents Check to ER Elementary under ‘School Bucks’ Program
ABINGDON, VA – Each year, the Food City School Bucks program awards $800,000 to more than 1,000 participating schools. Company officials are currently presenting checks from the 2025–2026 program. “Food City is committed to supporting the education of our youth,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer. “Our School Bucks Program provides much-needed support to schools across our market area. Since the program’s inception, we’ve awarded more than $24.5 million to … [Read More...]
Collegedale Commemorating 9-11 with Community Remembrance Program
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. _ Collegedale Parks & Recreation will host a special community remembrance program on Friday, September 11, 2026, commemorating the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. The program, titled “We Remember - 25 Years of Honor, Courage & Unity,” will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. inside Founders Hall at The Commons, located at 4750 Swinyar Drive in Collegedale. The community is invited to join together to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, … [Read More...]
City Council Meeting Aug. 13
Law and Order Aug. 17
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 16: B Squad 26-007860-1000 BLK Hibbler Circle-Suspicious Person/Arrest - Police were dispatched to the listed address for a male, wearing a white shirt and black pants climbing the fence and running through the yard. Patrol saturated the area and located the subject in a business parking lot. The subject then crossed the street in an attempt to elude law enforcement. The subject ignored a lawful order to … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Get Road Win
FORT WAYNE, Indiana – The Chattanooga Red Wolves downed Fort Wayne FC, 2-1, on the road Saturday in USL League One action. Joining the likes of Union Omaha to become just the second team to secure a victory at Fort Wayne's "fortress," they now head to Sarasota, Florida, where they will seek to conquer Sarasota Paradise a second time. Having dropped its home opener to Fort Wayne, the Red Wolves were ravenous right out of the gate. Pedro Hernandez nearly topped Taig Healy’s lucky break from then, … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 16
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 14: B Squad 26-007770-1300 BLK Boyd Street-Disorder/Arrest - A woman was taken into custody for vandalism after she broke the back window to her now ex boyfriend’s residence during a verbal altercation; she was transported to jail without issue. 26-007772- 5300 BLK Spriggs Street- Disorder with a Weapon - Police responded to a report of a male possibly armed with a firearm. The party was detained after a … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Aug. 9-14
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from August 9-14. 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. Sunday, Aug. 9 FRENCH, RICKY LEE170 MOUNTAIN WHITWELL, 37397Age at Arrest: 23 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE GRIFFITH, R T DYLANHOMELESS … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket August 18
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, August 18. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Marcus Arnold - Child Abuse, Possession Firearm/Felony/PTR, Unlawful Possession Firearm, Possession Marijuana/Resale, Drug Paraphernalia. David Fricks - Possession Meth. Dylan Griffith - Possession Meth, Drug Paraphernalia, Public Intoxication. Kelsey McDaniel - Criminal Impersonation, Possession Meth/Resale, Drug … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 14
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 13: A Squad 26-007746 – 4100 BLK Ringgold Road - Traffic Stop / Warrant Service - A vehicle was observed traveling with expired registration. A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver was found to have an active Sessions warrant for theft. He was taken into custody and was transported to Hamilton County Jail without incident. 26-007731- 1600 BLK Prigmore- Vehicle Burglary - The vehicle owner left her … [Read More...]
HCSO Arrests Woman After Vehicle Pursuit: Drugs Recovered
On August Thursday at around 2:15 A.M., Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a routine traffic stop on a vehicle near the 4800 block of Hixson Pike. During the traffic stop, it was confirmed that the driver had an active warrant out of Red Bank. The individual fled, nearly striking two deputies and initiating a vehicle pursuit. The suspect continued onto South Moore Road, where an HCSO deputy successfully conducted a PIT maneuver, ending the pursuit. A search of the suspect’s … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 13
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 12: A Squad 26-007701 – 800 BLK Belvoir Hills Drive - Wires Down - Police responded to Fountain and Belvoir Hills where a wire was observed crossing the roadway. EPB was notified, and ERFD coiled the loose wire near the utility pole before departing from the scene. 26-007702 – 700 BLK Germantown Circle - Deceptive Practice - A female stated an unknown person charged a DoorDash Pass to her account. … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 12
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 11: B Squad 26-007656-5302 Stone Street-Animal Call - East Ridge Animal Services requested police response to the animal shelter regarding a dog being abandoned at the dog park on 8-8-2026. Further investigation is needed before criminal charges can be pursued, report on file. 26-007662-6500 BLK Ringgold Road Mapco- Traffic/Arrest - Police were alerted to an LPR hit involving a stolen Tennessee … [Read More...]
Chattanooga Police Department Retires K9s Burt and Duke
After years of service protecting the Chattanooga community, the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is honoring the retirement of two members of its K9 Unit: K9 Burt, a decorated patrol and narcotics detection dog, and K9 Duke, who ultimately found his true calling outside of police work. K9 Burt, an 11-year-old Belgian Malinois, retired after 10 years of distinguished service with the CPD. Throughout his career, Burt assisted in the apprehension of hundreds of violent offenders, helped recover … [Read More...]