As temperatures are forecasted to plummet today in the Tennessee Valley, Tennessee American Water reminds its customers to take steps to prevent water damage from frozen and burst pipes as well as frozen meters. “Extreme weather events like sub-freezing temperatures can cause pipes in vulnerable areas to freeze and burst and result in costly damage,” […]
Dean Appointed to Board of County Officials Association
Hamilton County Criminal Court Clerk Vince Dean has been appointed to the County Officials Association of Tennessee (COAT) Board of Directors. At the 51st Annual COAT Convention held in Gatlinburg in late November, Mr. Dean was named to serve a two year term on the Board. Mr. Dean currently serves as the co-chairman for the […]
Former Rhea County Deputy Indicted in Rape of Teen
DAYTON – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained indictments for a former deputy of the Rhea County Sheriff’s Department who stands accused of having an inappropriate sexual relationship with a teenager. On May 1st, at the request of 12th District Attorney General J. Michael Taylor, TBI Agents began investigating an alleged rape of […]
City to Consider Returning Property to County Allowing Construction of Field House
Next week the East Ridge City Council will consider transferring property that it acquired from Hamilton County Schools back to the county in order to pave the way for construction of a field house for Raymond James Stadium. According to a press release from the City, city officials, football coach Tim James, and District 8 […]
Christmas with the Metropolitan Bells
The Metropolitan Bells presents “Christmas with The Metropolitan Bells”on Tuesday, December 10 at Brainerd Baptist Church, 300 Brookfield Avenue. The concert is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. The Metropolitan Bells is an advanced community handbell ensemble consisting of 16 auditioned ringers from the greater Chattanooga area. They perform on seven octaves of Malmark bells and seven […]
Irby of Animal Wellness Action Issues a Call to Action for Legislation to End Practice of ‘Soring’
Six years ago this month, I traveled to Washington, D.C. to testify before Congress about the painful practice of soring at the request of U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Ed Whitfield (R-KY) – two of the original leaders of the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act, H.R. 693/S. 1007. Soring is the intentional infliction of pain […]
HCSO Tips for Black Friday Shopping Safety
As we are all well aware, the Nation’s most anticipated shopping day of the year is very quickly approaching. In light of this event, the HCSO would like to offer the following tips to help make sure your “Black Friday” shopping experience is enjoyable and safe for you, your family, and your friends. Remember, during […]
December Council Meeting is Great Chance to Donate to Food Pantry
As is custom, the East Ridge City Council will hold only one meeting in December. It will also mark the close of the council’s “food pantry drive” that Mayor Brian Williams initiated in September. It was in September that Mayor Williams announced that he wanted to start a new initiative where the council would would […]
TDOT Halts Lane Closures over Thanksgiving Holiday
NASHVILLE – Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this busy travel holiday. TDOT will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. All construction related lane closures will be stopped beginning at noon on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 […]
Video: City Council Meeting of November 14
Click on the link below for the meeting’s agenda packet: http://eastridgetn.gov/getattachment/Government/Meetings-Notices/2019-1114-Agenda-packet.pdf.aspx
Obleda Named New Red Wolves Head Coach
The Chattanooga Red Wolves Soccer Club announced today it has hired a new Head Coach and Technical Director. Jimmy Obleda will lead the team in its second season of play in the United Soccer League’s League One. “The transition from an inaugural team to a championship team will be accelerated under Coach Obleda’s direction,” said […]
Free Medical Clinic Treated Many Hundreds at Camp Jordan
UPDATE: Over the course of two days, officials with RAM said a total of 931 people sought medical, dental or vision treatment. By Sunday afternoon, almost $500,000 in free treatment and services had been provided. Planning is underway for next year’s clinic scheduled for Oct. 23-24. Remote Area Medical will hold a free medical clinic at […]
Hamilton County Hunters Can Feed Hungry This Holiday Season
NASHVILLE – With deer season in full swing and the holidays quickly approaching, Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry program is accepting donations in Hamilton County to help feed local families in need. Statewide, more than 75 processors are collecting donations to feed fellow Tennesseans. In Hamilton County, that includes Deermaster, Don’s Meat Shop, […]
Attorney General Announces Launch of ‘Project Guardian’
Knoxville, Tenn. – Today, Attorney General William P. Barr announced the launch of Project Guardian, a new initiative designed to reduce gun violence and enforce federal firearms laws across the country. Specifically, Project Guardian focuses on investigating, prosecuting, and preventing gun crimes. Reducing gun violence and enforcing federal firearms laws have always been among the […]
Food City Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive
Food City is preparing to kick-off their second annual Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive. “Hunger is a serious problem throughout our region, especially during the holidays and colder winter months. Food City is proud to host a number of hunger relief programs throughout the year, including our Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive. […]
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