In a recent poll on East Ridge News Online, readers were asked if they preferred spending taxpayer money on a ladder truck for the fire department or improvements to Camp Jordan Park. When the poll … [Read More...]
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Health Department Clarifies Active Case and Data Clean-Up Definition
The number of active COVID-19 cases in Hamilton County dropped significantly on Thursday, September 24, 2020. The decline was due to three factors: The Health Department is seeing a downward trend in … [Read More...]
National Public Lands Day (NPLD) Signature Event Takes Viewers on a Virtual, Musical Tour of Select US National Public Lands
WASHINGTON, DC — The National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), Toyota, and Corazón Latino invite the public to join them at the NPLD Virtual Signature Event on Saturday, September 26 at 10 … [Read More...]
‘Conversion’ Efforts for Red Wolves Practice Facility in Park Moving Forward
The City of East Ridge held a public meeting on Thursday evening at the Community Center relating to the "conversion" efforts in Camp Jordan Park. Officials said less than 20 residents showed up to … [Read More...]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 Resurfacing from north of SR-58 (LM 4.8) to the Tennessee River Bridge (LM 6.5): Beginning 09/27/20 (7 PM – 6 AM) there will be lane closures to support milling … [Read More...]
VIDEO: Sept. 24 City Council Meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyL-1Srmfv8&feature=youtu.be … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves’ Skid Now at Two
Forward Madison FC downed the Chattanooga Red Wolves, 1-0, Saturday at Hart Park in Madison, Wisconsin. After an undefeated streak of five, the Red Wolves fell to 5-4-3 in USL League One play. The Wolves will have an opportunity to turn it around as they host North Texas at CHI Memorial Stadium on Oct. 7. Kickoff is set for noon. Forward Madison outshot the Red Wolves 15-5. Michael Vang scored the match's only goal in the 50th minute. Vang followed a shot by Wojceich Wojcik that was saved by … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Sept. 21-27
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Sept. 21-27. 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. HIGGINS, KEDARRIAN MARSHELE3211 BLACKHAWK TRL EAST RIDGE, 374121215Age at Arrest: 25 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeDISORDERLY CONDUCTDISORDERLY CONDUCTASSAULT JOHNSON, JAMES EDWARD330 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for Sept. 29
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Sept. 29. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Justin Barlow - Felon in Possession Firearm. Michael Brinkley - Possession Meth/PTR, Drug Paraphernalia, No Insurance, Registration Violation. Mel Bryant - Violation Conditions of Release (2), Simple Assault (Domestic), Suspended DL. Jason Cothran - Possession Burglary Tools/For Capias, Assault/For Capias, Public Intoxication/For Capias, Theft under … [Read More...]
Health Department Offers COVID Safety Guidance for Halloween
The Hamilton County Health Department wants residents to know what their risks are and how they can protect themselves and others this Halloween holiday. The customary practices of Halloween, such as trick-or-treating or costume parties, could cause people to come into contact with the COVID-19 virus. “We know the approaching holiday season brings expectations of seasonal gatherings and festivals,” said Health Department Administrator Becky Barnes, “The most important way you can protect others … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Sept. 24
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Sept. 23 Day Shift 3240 Gleason Dr- Caller advised his vehicle was entered sometime overnight and 2 guns were taken. 6200 Ringgold Rd- Donovan Blake Mosteller was arrested for Driving on Revoked, Poss of Schedule I, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia following a traffic crash at this location. 601 Walnut St- Isaiah Pittman was served with ER warrants. 2101 McBrien Rd- Caller advised that someone stole her tag at this … [Read More...]
East Ridge Upsets Hixson in Girls’ High School Soccer
East Ridge upset Hixson on its home pitch, 1-0, Tuesday in girls' high school soccer action. The only goal of the match was in the second half as Allie Argueta put in a free kick from 20 yards out into the upper left corner of the goal. The win lifts the Lady Pioneers to 5-2-1 overall and 2-0-1 in District 8/AA. Coach Jeremy McIntyre said Lucy Lopez very well could have had three goals but "Hixson's keeper had to make some big saves." McIntyre praised the great defensive effort by Macy Payne, … [Read More...]
Hamilton County Surpasses Its 2010 Census Self-Response Rate
The latest 2020 Census response rates released show that Hamilton County surpassed their 2010 Census self-response rate. As of this week, 67.4 percent of Hamilton County residents have now self-responded to the 2020 Census, making it one of just five counties in Tennessee that have surpassed their rate from the 2010 Census thus far. “The Census Bureau would like to extend our congratulations to the people of Hamilton County for their high response rate,” said Fernando Armstrong, regional … [Read More...]
Sept. 23 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." Sept. 22 Day Shift 4000 block Greenslake Road (suspicious person): A caller reported seeing a white male in colorful clothing and wearing a pink tutu sitting behind the store. A witness stated the man left in a van just prior to police arrival. 6401 Ringgold Road (theft): Amanda Bruce, the manager at McDonald’s, filed a report about a restaurant employee stealing $260 cash from the store’s register. 6725 Ringgold Road … [Read More...]
A Brief History of Health Department COVID-19 Testing
The Hamilton County Health Department has offered free COVID-19 testing since April 3, 2020. Since that date, approximately 80,000 people have been tested at Health Department testing sites. The Health Department has utilized several locations around the area as testing sites. Below is a list of sites and the dates of their operations: Location Dates of Operations Emissions Testing Centers (2 sites) April 3 – May 22 Hamilton County Schools … [Read More...]
‘National Night Out’ Set for Oct. 6
On Tuesday, October 6, starting at 5:30 pm, the City of East Ridge and the East Ridge Police Department will be hosting a National Night Out event at East Ridge City Hall. Booths will be set up along the back lawn of City Hall with safety information, Neighborhood Watch info, fingerprint kits for children, activities and food. Also present will be the East Ridge Animal Shelter, the East Ridge Fire Department and other City volunteers. The City will also hand out free face masks and have hand … [Read More...]
Police Briefs for Sept. 22
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." September 19 – Day Shift Ringgold Rd/Wynwood Rd: Large water main break in this area. TAWC responded handled the issue. 1665 Waterhouse St (Suspicious Activity): Police located Dylan Keeble wrapped up in a green blanket, sleeping under a large oak tree. Police woke up Keeble and found him to be alive and well. Keeble stated that he had been homeless for several weeks and had been sleeping at different locations in the … [Read More...]
Sept. 21 Police Briefs
The following information was compiled from ERPD "pass along reports." September 17 – Day Shift 3322 Ringgold Road (burglary): Adam Wilcox was found trying to break into the coin boxes belonging to the car wash at this location. Owners of the property observed him via security cameras installed in the bays. Wilcox was also found to be in possession of meth and drug paraphernalia. He was transported to 601 Walnut Street. 1417 St. Thomas Street Room 122 (assist CPS): CPS requested police standby … [Read More...]
Hunters Asked to Donate Their Deer to Feed Tennesseans in Need During COVID-19
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry program is now accepting deer donations for the 2020 deer season. More than 60 deer processors across the state are accepting donations of deer to feed Tennessee families in need. To see processors currently participating, visit tnwf.org/processors. “Because of COVID-19, more Tennesseans than ever are having to rely on hunger relief organizations to help feed their families,” said Matt Simcox, Hunters for the Hungry manager. … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Fall to Triumph
Greenville Triumph downed the Red Wolves, 1-0, Saturday at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL League One action. The Triumph (8-2-1) scored the match's only goal in the 84th minute. The loss was a bitter one, as the Red Wolves (5-3-3) controlled possession for much of the match against the league's top-ranked team and outshot its opponents, 10-6. The Red Wolves will travel to Wisconsin and take on Forward Madison FC next Saturday, before returning home on Oct. 7 to take on North Texas SC. … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Sept. 14-20
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Sept. 14-20. 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. HELTON, SAMUEL1302 SPRING CREEK RD EAST RIDGE, 37412Age at Arrest: 40 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgePUBLIC INTOXICATION PINEDA, SELENA ANN3440 CRABTREE EAST RIDGE, 30741Age at Arrest: 43 years … [Read More...]