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Health Department Announces Low-Cost Vaccination Clinics

April 18, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department encourages all pet owners to get their animals vaccinated against rabies.This year’s low-cost rabies clinics will be available at almost 60 locations around Hamilton County from April 20-28.  The price is $12 per pet.  Rabies vaccinations are required by law for all dogs and cats. “Vaccinating our pets is the most […]

Filed Under: Community, FEATURED POSTS, News

East Ridge Residents Left Out in the Cold – Literally

April 16, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 3 Comments

Looking for some midday entertainment and otherwise curiosity about the release of the secretly recorded tapes by East Ridge’s mayor, I took time out of my busy day to try to participate in the process by attending what was billed as a public press conference at the East Ridge “Community” center.  While news reporters from […]

Filed Under: Opinion

CFC Hosting Detroit City FC This Saturday

April 16, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

This preseason has been a busy one for CFC. After an historic match against MLS side FC Dallas and another vs the USL’s newest franchise Nashville SC, the boys in blue are proud to welcome NPSL powerhouse Detroit City FC to Finley Stadium this Saturday, April 21, at 7:30pm.   “Having a home and away series with Detroit […]

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Boyd: ‘How’s This for Bad Government?’

April 15, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

East Ridge Mayor Brent Lambert, who still has no campaign signs, says Republicans in District 8 should elect him because he has been such a fine mayor. Dick Cook runs East Ridge News Online, a place for news about East Ridge. Dick is a East Ridge lifer and was a journalist at the Times Free Press.  PLEASE […]

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James: New Leaders Needed

April 14, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 3 Comments

After reviewing this past week’s political circus in District 8, l am totally in shock and awe that a grown man, one who has been elected by the city he lives in, cannot see he is being used and played by people that he thought he could trust.  Whoever had the idea for him to […]

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Lambert ‘Applauds’ TBI for Thorough Investigation

April 11, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 1 Comment

  “My campaign to serve the great citizens of our community began because of my commitment to see East Ridge grow and prosper as a wonderful place to live and raise our families. My work as East Ridge Mayor has reflected that commitment with economic development and job growth.  My commitment has been strengthened that […]

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Elrod Supports Boyd

April 11, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

I believe that the indictment against Tim Boyd is a “hit job” by the establishment. I have often heard that the grand jury only hears one side of a argument to make a decision and they can indict a ham sandwich. I support Mr. Boyd and believe everyone can see what this really is. _ […]

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Strong Fundraising for Thongnopnua

April 9, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Joda Thongnopnua, the Democratic candidate for Tennessee’s 30th State House District, reported on Monday that he had raised more than $35,000 since announcing his candidacy for the open seat in late January. Thongnopnua, in his first bid for public office, is poised to present a formidable challenge to Republican contenders for a seat being vacated […]

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Supporting Crime Victims’ Rights

April 7, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Recent statistics show Americans are the victims of 20 million crimes each year, affecting both individuals and communities.   Since 1981, a week in April has been designated as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, to bring attention to the rights of victims, highlight the impact crime has on families, friends and the community, and promote […]

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Boyd Says District 8 Prospered in Last Eight Years

April 6, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

About two dozen interested people attended a Town Hall meeting held by Hamilton County Commissioner Tim Boyd, Thursday evening at the East Ridge Community Center. A number of voters in attendance discussed with Boyd their questions and concerns about issues in District 8. Boyd focused on development in the district since he was first elected […]

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Garden Expo at Camp Jordan Arena

April 5, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County, in association with the University of Tennessee Extension, present their 6th annual “Master Your Garden” Garden Expo on Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Camp Jordan Arena (323 CampJordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN). Admission is […]

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State Inmate Sentenced in IRS Fraud Case

April 2, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

KNOXVILLE – On April 2, 2018, Larry Steven Covington, Jr., 39, of Knoxville, Tennessee, was sentenced by the Honorable Thomas A. Varlan, Chief U.S. District Judge, to serve 46 months in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy to defraud the U.S. Government.  Covington pleaded guilty to a one-count information in May 2017.  According to […]

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Resurfacing of CJ Parkway May Cause Delays

March 29, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Construction crews will begin resurfacing the new entrance to Camp Jordan Parkway on Friday, March 30, weather permitting, officials said. The construction may cause traffic delays over the Easter weekend. The resurfacing will begin with the south lanes on the Bass Pro Shops side. The traffic will then be shifted over to the new travel lanes Monday, […]

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Steady Investments Sustain Safe and Reliable Water

March 29, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

 Making sure that water is reliable and safe is what water providers do each and every day.  Every three years, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) publishes a report card on the state of infrastructure.  Letter grades are assigned by category for the state of roads, bridges, dams, wastewater and drinking water systems and […]

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City Offices Closed for Good Friday

March 29, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

  On Friday, March 30, City Hall, Library, and City Services will be closed in observance of Good Friday.  For residents and businesses that have recycling pickup on that day, their recycling will be picked up on Thursday, March 29. For more information on recycling, call East Ridge Sanitation at 892-8666. All offices and services will […]

Filed Under: FEATURED POSTS, News

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