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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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 … [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 … [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, … [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 … [Read More...]
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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...]
TBI Investigating In-Custody Death at Jail
On the evening of August 10, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Corrections personnel were notified of an inmate experiencing a medical emergency. HCSO Corrections Deputies and contract medical personnel administered medical aid to the inmate identified as Colin Shannon, including administering Narcan and CPR while waiting on the arrival of EMS. Shannon was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County Emergency Medical Service (HCEMS), where he was sadly pronounced deceased. This is the … [Read More...]
Law and Order August 11
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 7: A Squad 26-007507- 3400 BLK Lisa Drive - Warrant Service - Police were notified that a fugitive was on scene at the apartments. The man had active warrants for Theft and Forgery. He was taken into custody and transported without incident. 26-006653- 6700 BLK Ringgold Rd- Traffic Stop / Warrant Service - Following a traffic stop at this location, a party was taken into custody on an outstanding East … [Read More...]
James L.C. Meyers Launches Campaign for East Ridge City Council
James L.C. Meyers officially announced his campaign for East Ridge City Council on Thursday, July 30, during an event at The Spot Event Center in East Ridge. The campaign kickoff brought together residents, community leaders, and supporters to hear Meyers share his vision for the future of East Ridge. The event marked the beginning of a campaign focused on responsive leadership, community involvement, and addressing the opportunities and challenges facing the city."My goal isn’t simply to hold … [Read More...]
Mayors Wamp, Kelly Appoint Joe Smith Chairman of Regional Planning Commission
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp and Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly today announced the joint appointment of current Hamilton County School Board Chairman Joe Smith as chairman of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission. Smith succeeds Ethan Collier, whose term as chairman expired May 31. “With growth and infrastructure related issues continuing to be the primary concern of our citizens, the Chairman of the Regional Planning Commission will have an opportunity to build … [Read More...]
Union Omaha Downs Red Wolves
Union Omaha downed the Red Wolves 3-1, Saturday in USL League One action at CHI Memorial Stadium. The Owls got the ball moving early with a goal in the 2nd from their Sergio Ors-Navarro. It was the first time Chattanooga had been scored on at home since May, and their response was feral. Determined to claw their way back, they fought their way to two corner kicks in the 7th and 8th, and another in the 18th. Each attempt came closer than the last, but each was denied by the Nebraska crew. Past … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests August 2-8
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from August 2-8. 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. 2 None Monday, Aug. 3 CLAYTON, TRAVIS GENE160 ALTON DR JASPER, 37373Age at Arrest: 22 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: AGGRAVATED DOMESTIC ASSAULTCHILD … [Read More...]