The East Ridge Personnel Review Board has recommended reinstating former Police Chief J.R. Reed to the department as a supervising sergeant over the Traffic Division. The board’s non-binding recommendation was released on Wednesday. The board heard Reed’s appeal over three meetings in July and August regarding the city’s allegations that he: failed to comply with […]
‘Stars of Magic’ Set for Aug. 24
Lightning Strike May Have Sparked Fire at Condos
East Ridge firefighters along with a full complement of mutual aid departments responded to a fire that may have been caused by a lightning strike at the Belvoir Hills Estates condominiums at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday evening. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, a resident of the unit was transported to Erlanger Hospital. […]
TDEC Cites Construction of Red Wolves Stadium
Our friends at NewsChannel9 are reporting that the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) issued a notice of violation on Monday to the owners of the Chattanooga Red Wolves, saying construction work has already begun without getting a permit from the state agency. TDEC inspectors provided photos in its notice of violation showing that […]
Talent Show Set for Sept. 7
Tennis is Back!
Dozens of people bearing tennis and pickleball rackets descended on the newly refurbished tennis/pickleball courts at East Ridge High School during the “Grand Re-Opening” of the facility, Saturday morning. It appears that the re-introduction of tennis in the city is an “ace,” as East Ridge City Councilman Mike Chauncey said he arrived a little after […]
Jette New Principal at OLPH
When the students at Our Lady of Perpetual Help attend the first day of classes on Tuesday they will find themselves under the guidance of new Principal Paul Jette. Jette, who is originally from New Bedford, Mass., comes to the school with decades of experience as an administrator in private schools, mostly in New England. […]
Architectural Plans for TopGolf filed with City
The idea of a TopGolf coming to East Ridge is more than just a rumor, as architectural plans for the wildly popular global sports/entertainment concern have been filed with East Ridge city officials. Three pages of plans listing the architect, general contractor, engineer, civil engineer, landscape architect, structural engineer, and lighting consultant were filed on […]
Governor Lee Helps Red Wolves Break Ground on Stadium
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, along with local and state dignitaries, joined Bob Martino, the owner of the Red Wolves, in a ceremonial groundbreaking for the pro soccer team’s stadium, Tuesday morning just off Spring Creek Road. Martino said he had two passions in life … soccer and real estate. “The stadium will connect people through […]
Red Wolves, Ignite Battle to Draw
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (6-4-4) and Lansing Ignite FC (5-5-6) drew 1-1 at David Stanton Field Saturday night. The draw improves the Red Wolves by one point and preserves the team’s unbeaten record at home. Lansing’s Elma Nfor opened up scoring in the 25th minute, getting on the end of a ball in from Xavier […]
Fire Damages House on Close Road
This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams: On Friday morning, July 5, at approximately 0039 a.m., East Ridge Fire, Police and Memorial EMS were dispatched to a reported residential fire with one occupant still inside at 1925 Close Rd. First arriving fire units reported that all occupants were out and heavy smoke and fire […]
Welcome Center Hiring
Officials with the Tennessee Welcome Center on Interstate 75 are looking for folks to fill positions at the center. Tennessee Welcome Centers achieve a positive impression of the State of Tennessee by assisting the traveling public in a knowledgeable and courteous manner in order to enhance and extend their visit and increase the economic benefit […]
City Offices Closed in Observance of Independence Day
On Thursday, July 4, East Ridge offices and library will be closed in observance of Independence Day. For those with trash service on Thursday, your trash will be picked up on Friday, July 5. Please be sure to place your trash carts to the curb the night before to ensure pickup on Friday. Recycling will […]
‘Star’ is ERAS ‘Pet of the Week’
Meet Star! She’s a four-year-old spayed pit bull that loves to run and be free. Of course, Star is up-to-date on all vaccinations. However, she is currently being treated for heartworms. Star is 51 pounds of pure muscle, but she’s a lady and is gentle with strength. Stop by East Ridge Animal Services on Yale […]
HCSO Safety Reminders for Independence Day Holiday
In anticipation of this week’s July 4th festivities, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office would like to offer the following safety reminders to ensure the citizens of Hamilton County enjoy a safe and meaningful holiday. The safe discharge of fireworks is allowed for residents who live within the unincorporated areas of Hamilton County. However, if you […]
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