The promise of “free” back, neck, or knee braces might sound enticing to those in need of such devices. Unfortunately, Tennessee consumers end up paying when they’re duped by Medicare swindlers who are after consumers’ money and personal information. The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs today urges consumers to […]
Wilson Believes in East Ridge
Editor’s Note: The following is a response to a Facebook post on social media where those posting were criticizing East Ridge. It has been posted here as an editorial with the permission of the author. East Ridge is beginning to show signs of revitalizing and l believe we are making progress. New businesses are opening […]
Williams Update from Feb. 16 ‘Meet the Mayor’
Update: Hire City Manager City Council members were asked to bring forward 5 applicants of the 8 that met qualifications to the next council meeting on January 24, 2019. I suggested that we engage MTAS (Municipal Technical Advisory Service) to conduct a review and score the applicants based on a scoring index/matrix. Council agreed with […]
Red Wolves SC Opens Home Preseason Play on Saturday
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC opens home preseason play Saturday, Feb. 23 against USL Championship side Atlanta United 2, operated by 2018 MLS Cup Champions Atlanta United. Kick off time for the match is set for 1 p.m. at Chattanooga Christian School’s David Stanton Field. According to Chattanooga Red Wolves SC Head Coach and Technical Director […]
TDCI: ‘Free Meal’ Seminars May Come with a Cost
NASHVILLE – While the offer of free meals, door prizes, or free advice may lead you to attend a seminar when you wouldn’t otherwise, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is reminding consumers that many insurance and financial firms contact middle-aged and older adults or host free meal seminars with the goal of selling […]
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC Partners with East Ridge Futbol Club
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC has announced a three-year partnership with East Ridge Futbol Club (ERFC). The USL League One club will aid in coaching education, player development, fundraising and more. ERFC, whose sole focus is providing a top-notch recreational program for young players, was founded in 2011 by the city of East Ridge. The 501c3 nonprofit evolved from […]
HCSO Mourns the Passing of K9 Deputy Zorro
Sheriff Jim Hammond and the HCSO are sad to announce retired K-9 Deputy Zorro passed away on Sunday, February 10. Zorro was born in 2007 and began his career in 2008 with the HCSO. He served with distinction until officially retiring in 2015. He was trained in criminal apprehension, handler protection, tracking, and narcotics detection. […]
ERFD Partners with State Fire Marshal’s Office to Promote ‘Close the Door’ Campaign
Saving a life in a house fire could only require something as simple as closing a door. Experts say that sleeping with a closed bedroom door could hold back flames and smoke long enough for occupants to wake up and attempt escape. To help raise awareness of this simple but effective life-saving message, the East […]
Custer Among First Graduating Class of Certified Public Manager Program
East Ridge City Manager Kenny Custer recently completed the Tennessee Certified Public Manager (CPM) program. The inaugural class of the CPM program, based in the UT Institute for Public Service’s Naifeh Center for Effective Leadership, graduated at the Old Supreme Court Chamber in the Capitol Building in Nashville. Fourteen participants from local, state and federal […]
Beware of Sweetheart Scams This Valentines Day
NASHVILLE – With Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14, 2019) quickly approaching, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs reminds Tennesseans to be wary of ‘sweetheart’ scammers who claim to love you but, in reality, are only after your money. “Valentine’s Day is a time to show your loved ones how much you […]
Garrett Takes Oath as HCSO Chief Deputy
Earlier Monday morning, Austin Garrett was officially sworn in as Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy by Judge Gary Starnes. Surrounded by his family, friends, members of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, and numerous law enforcement personnel and elected officials from the tri-state area, Austin Garrett took the oath of office at the Hamilton County […]
Street Resurfacing to Begin Early in City
As a result of an apparent early Spring, contractors will begin resurfacing streets in East Ridge ahead of schedule, officials said Friday. According to a press release, the following streets will be resurfaced: Camp Jordan Road, Beulah Drive, Edwina Court, Jordan Run Road, Eads Road, Fawn Drive, Martha Avenue, Barry Road, Maxwell Road (Extension/Dead-end), Le Clerq […]
Former Little League Football Treasurer Indicted on Theft Charge
An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Marion County woman, charged with stealing from a Little League football organization. At the request of 12th District Attorney General Michael Taylor, on October 5, 2017, TBI Agents began investigating an allegation of embezzlement from the Marion County […]
SFMO Reminds Tennesseans to ‘Candle with Care’ ahead of Valentine’s Day
NASHVILLE – Along with chocolates and flowers, decorative candles are often given by sweethearts at Valentine’s Day (Thursday, Feb. 14). While candles are fragrant home décor, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reminds consumers that candles must be used properly to avoid the potential loss of life, injury, and property damage from an accidental fire. […]
Overbey, U.S. Attorney, Backs the Blue
Although we are only a little more than a month into 2019, statistics from the Officer Down Memorial Page indicate that across the nation 15 police officers have already been killed in the line of duty. One officer death is too many. Fifteen is an outrage! These same statistics indicate that in 2018 a total of […]
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