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Esther Helton Announces Run for East Ridge City Council

June 30, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 3 Comments

Dear Friends and Neighbors of East Ridge, I would like to take this opportunity to announce that after much consideration and prayer, I have decided to run for a position on the East Ridge City Council. As a lifelong resident of East Ridge, I truly believe I have what it takes to represent the citizens […]

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ER Reminds You to Stay Safe on the Fourth

June 30, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The American traditions of parades, cookouts, and fireworks help us celebrate the summer season, especially our nation’s birthday on the Fourth of July. However, fireworks can turn a joyful holiday into a painful memory when children and adults are injured while using fireworks. It is estimated that 8,300 people are treated in hospital emergency rooms […]

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Walmart Foundation Donates $58K to Food Bank

June 17, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The Chattanooga Area Food Bank (Food Bank) was recently awarded $58,000 from the Walmart Foundation. Funding will support the procurement and delivery of fresh produce in urban and rural communities across 11 counties in Southeast Tennessee, providing over 565,500 pounds of produce—equivalent to 471,250 meals. Walmart representatives from the Kimball store location will lead a […]

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Jones to Speak at Optimist Meeting

June 13, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The East Ridge Optimist Club will be holding it’s regularly scheduled meeting this coming Tuesday night June 14th, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the East Ridge Community Center.   Our special guest this meeting is Illusionist / Comic, Robert Jones. Mr. Jones is listed in the Magic Hall of Fame, Awarded National Magician of the […]

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East Ridge Culinary Writer Fires up Great American Grilling!

June 10, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Fire up the Grills and Smokers! Kent “The Deck Chef” Whitaker has released his newest backyard cooking inspire book titled “Great American Grilling – The Ultimate Backyard Barbecue and Tailgating Cookbook” just in time for Father’s Day. Kent, former winner of the Emeril Live / Food Network Barbecue Contest, says that this book is the […]

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Minutes from June 6 ER Alumni & Supporters Association Meeting

June 9, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Bobby Hudgens called for a motion to start the Alumni meeting which was made and seconded. Treasurer’s Report was read and accepted with no objections (Robert Stahl really does a great job on the account with not much thanks). Coach Tim James provided an update regarding the athletic structures at East Ridge High School – […]

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Brian Williams Announces Candidacy

June 9, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

To the Citizens of East Ridge, My name is Brian Williams and I am seeking one of the two open seats on the East Ridge City Council. I feel I am well qualified to represent the community as a candidate for this office. I have been a resident of East Ridge for the last 18 […]

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Free Workshop for Those with Chronic Conditions

June 2, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

HAMILTON COUNTY, TN – The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department is offering a free workshop to teach people how to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or COPD.  The workshop is one day a week for 6 weeks, beginning Thursday, June 2nd through Thursday, July 7th, from 9-11am at the Eastgate Senior Center.  Anyone […]

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All Hamilton County Elementary School Playgrounds Open for Recreation Use

May 31, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

HAMILTON COUNTY, TN – In an effort to increase physical activity among residents, the Chattanooga Hamilton County Health Department’s Step ONE (Optimize with Nutrition and Exercise) program worked with the Hamilton County Department of Education to develop an “Open Use” policy.  This policy makes all public elementary school playgrounds available for recreation and fitness use […]

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ER Futbol Club U12 Girls Go Undefeated

May 24, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The East Ridge Futbol Club U12 (5th & 6th grade) girls soccer team recently finished the spring season with a perfect 10-0 record in its league. The team played against teams from East Ridge, Redoubt, North River, Ringgold, YMCA, MIddle Valley, Signal Mountain. The team allowed only five goals in 10 games of the spring […]

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Boyd’s Speedway Hosts Race in Spring Nationals Three-Race Championship Weekend

May 24, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

Chattanooga area race fans will be converging on Boyd’s Speedway as the track is gearing up for the upcoming Spring Nationals Three-Race Championship Weekend. The weekend long event includes the final three points races for the Old Man’s Garage Spring Nationals Series presented by Schaeffer’s Oil. Boyd’s will run their race on Friday May 27th. Then […]

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ER Elementary Celebrates Learning

May 11, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

East Ridge Elementary School recently had its Celebration of Learning Awards. The awards that are given out at our Celebration of Learning are:  Proud Pioneer- 1 boy and 1 girl who demonstrate the character traits of a proud pioneer. ( Kind, Respectful, Responsible, Fair, Leader etc.. )  Honor Roll- grade k-2= 4’s and 3’s Grades 3-5 […]

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Optimists to Hear Bass Pro Manager Ritchie

May 9, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The East Ridge Optimist Club will me holding its regularly scheduled business meeting tomorrow night Tuesday at 6:30 pm at the East Ridge Community Center. Our special guest speaker will be Mr. Jarron Ritchie, General Manager for the new East Ridge Bass Pro store. Please, join us in welcoming Mr. Ritchie to our community. This […]

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U.S. Marshals Searching for Child, Alleged Abductor

May 7, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

KNOXVILLE – The U.S. Marshals are offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the safe return of 9-year-old Carlie Trent, and the arrest of her alleged abductor, Gary Simpson. Simpson, 57, was last seen driving a white 2002 Dodge Conversion Van with Tennessee license plates 173GPS. The van has a dark stripe […]

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CFCA, City Ink Five-Year Contract

May 6, 2016 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

The City of East Ridge and the Chattanooga Futbol Club Academy (CFCA) recently agreed to a new five-year soccer field-use agreement for five fields at Camp Jordan Park. The agreement allows CFCA to practice at Camp Jordan Park and play games there on fields 1-5. The East Ridge Futbol Club (ERFC) plays recreation soccer on […]

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