The Chattanooga Firefighters Association Local 820 announced its public endorsement of Esther Helton, Republican candidate running in the state primary for the open District 30 seat in the Tennessee House of Representatives. “Having a representative who will listen and respond to concerns is critical. Esther Helton has been a tremendous supporter of first responders, even […]
ERPD’s Carter Graduating from Law Enforcement Academy
NASHVILLE – Over 90 newly certified law enforcement officers, including one from the East Ridge Police Department, are scheduled to graduate from the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (TLETA) at 11 a.m. Friday, June 22, 2018 during a ceremony to be held at Al Menah Shrine Temple (1354 Brick Church Pike, Nashville, TN). “Choosing a […]
Tennessee DOE Blended Learning Pilot Yields Promising Results
The Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) has found that the first year of its two-year pilot introducing blended learning to Algebra I classes around the state was most successful when teachers received regular, personalized coaching from BetterLesson, a leader in professional development for educators. Teachers at East Ridge High School participated in the pilot. The […]
State Warns of Medicare Card Scammers
NASHVILLE – With new Medicare cards slated to arrive in Tennessee sometime after June, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is warning Medicare beneficiaries to be wary of scammers who might use the cards’ pending arrival as an opportunity to fleece unsuspecting consumers. Federal laws enacted last year required the removal of Social Security numbers […]
CFC Returns to ‘Fort’ Finley
Chattanooga FC is BACK! After a five match road trip, the boys in blue return to “FORT” Finley Stadium to take on long time rival Atlanta Silverbacks this Wednesday, June 20th at 7:30 p.m. CFC last played at home on May 26th, drawing New Orleans Jesters. Since then, the team went 3-1-1 and are coming home with sole possession […]
Thongnopnua Calling for Stronger State Policies to Address Violent Offenders
Joda Thongnopnua, the Democratic candidate for Tennessee’s 30th State House District, responded to Wednesday’s reports of another shooting in East Ridge, Tennessee and called for stronger state policies to support local police departments in their efforts to arrest and convict violent offenders. Thongnopnua noted that the shooting is another in a series of violent incidents in East […]
Patient Appreciation Day at Physicians Care
Physicians Care in East Ridge is hosting Patient Appreciation Day, Thursday, June 21 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Community members are invited to stop by and kick off the start of summer with grilled hot dogs, chips, and cold drinks served in the East Ridge center parking lot. “East Ridge is a close-knit community and we […]
TBI Report: Domestic Violence Cases Down
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released a new study today, detailing the volume and nature of crime identified as being domestic violence in nature. The annual report compiles crime data submitted to TBI by the state’s law enforcement agencies through the Tennessee Incident Based Reporting System (TIBRS). Among the findings of “Domestic Violence 2017”: A total […]
Mathis Will Ask for New CJ Economic Impact Study
I know that there will never be a good time to discuss the hiring of a Parks and Recreation Director after Director Stump Martin’s passing away. He was synonymous with Camp Jordan and Kids! The City of East Ridge has posted the Parks & Recreation position on the eastridgetn.gov website. I am glad to see the […]
Football Game Benefiting Martin Family
On Friday night Raymond James Stadium will play host to the Stump Martin Memorial Senior Gridiron Showcase. The football showcase will display the talents of recent graduates from Northwest Georgia and the greater Chattanooga area. Player introductions are scheduled for 7:15 p.m., with kickoff at 7:30. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for high […]
ERPD Public Service Announcements
The following are two public service announcements from the East Ridge Police Department. The East Ridge Police Department has taken numerous recent reports of residential auto burglaries. These occurred May 31-June 1, 2018 in the Camp Jordan area. The suspects targeted unlocked vehicles during night hours and have made off with personal property including firearms, […]
Man Accused of Killing Deputy Apprehended
NASHVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, working jointly with the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, and multiple other local, state and federal agencies, has resulted in the arrest of a man who was the subject of a two-day manhunt in Dickson County. At the request of […]
Thongnopnua Gets Endorsement from National Organization Backing Young Progressives
Joda Thongnopnua, the Democratic candidate for Tennessee’s 30th State House District, announced on Wednesday that he has secured an endorsement from Run for Something (RFS), a national organization dedicated to backing the next generation of young progressive leaders across the country. Thongnopnua, in his first bid for public office, was endorsed by RFS after an extensive internal review […]
Former Young Republican Leaders Endorse Mason
On Tuesday, former Young Republican Leaders endorsed Jonathan Mason in his bid for District 30 House of Representatives. A press release in the form of a letter follows. Jonathan Mason will play an essential role in the Hamilton County Delegation next session in Nashville. Having served as the chairman of the Young Republicans from 2013-2015, […]
City Gets Notice on Police Powers
A radio journalist Thursday put East Ridge government on notice about what he calls a “persistent threat to many poor people, immigrants, and members of minority communities” — namely police enforcement during traffic stops. “Since at least 1938 Tennesseans have been harassed by deputies and police officers who enforce commercial traffic laws against members […]
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