NASHVILLE– The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is offering free radon test kits for Tennesseans to test their homes in January. Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has proclaimed the month as “Radon Action Month.” Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and it is the No. 1 cause of […]
TDOT Roadway Activity Report
In anticipation of increased holiday travel, the Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at noon on Friday, December 20, through 6:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 2. DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at I-24 Interchange Reconstruction: Phase 1 traffic shifts have been implemented. Traffic should expect […]
Red Wolves Announce Partnership with Sunny 92.3-WDEF Radio
The Chattanooga Red Wolves all-new East Ridge stadium’s Family Section will be sponsored by Sunny 92.3 – WDEF for the inaugural season of their new facility. The area will encompass a large seating section that will give families, school groups and clubs a festive game day experience. “The Red Wolves are excited to announce this […]
National Medal of Honor Heritage Center Launching ‘Bricks of Honor’ Campaign
With its official grand opening scheduled for Feb. 22, 2020, the Charles H. Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center (Heritage Center) announced today the official launch of its “Bricks of Honor” campaign. The Heritage Center created this special brick campaign to provide everyone – from big organizations to small businesses and individuals – with […]
Flu-Like Illness on Rise; Flu Vaccine Recommended
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department confirmsthat the number of local influenza-like illness cases is rising. With over 5 months remaining in the 2019-2020 flu season, getting the vaccine now can still provide protection. The Health Department recommends everyone over the age of 6 months get the flu vaccine if they have not already done so. […]
Needy Child Fund Calling for Gift Wrappers
Officials with the East Ridge Needy Child Fund are asking for help in wrapping Christmas presents. Gail Phillips, a principal with the NCF, said in an email that the organization is asking for volunteers to meet at the old McBrien School behind City Hall where the wrapping will take place. The gifts to be wrapped […]
Hamilton County Schools on Two-Hour Delay
Hamilton County Schools will delay the start of school two-hours on Wednesday morning due to the forecast of snow and sleet overnight. The delay will provide daylight to assess travel conditions and provide better travel conditions for young inexperienced drivers and for school buses. School aged child care will open on the normal schedule. […]
HCSO Celebrating 200 Years with Commemorative Badge
In October of this year, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office celebrated our 200th Anniversary of service to the citizens of Hamilton County. In honor of this historic milestone, you may notice some of our personnel wearing a special, commemorative badge highlighting this significant bicentennial anniversary. Each of these commemorative badges were authorized by the Sheriff’s […]
Christmas with the Metropolitan Bells
The Metropolitan Bells presents “Christmas with The Metropolitan Bells”on Tuesday, December 10 at Brainerd Baptist Church, 300 Brookfield Avenue. The concert is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. The Metropolitan Bells is an advanced community handbell ensemble consisting of 16 auditioned ringers from the greater Chattanooga area. They perform on seven octaves of Malmark bells and seven […]
HCSO Tips for Black Friday Shopping Safety
As we are all well aware, the Nation’s most anticipated shopping day of the year is very quickly approaching. In light of this event, the HCSO would like to offer the following tips to help make sure your “Black Friday” shopping experience is enjoyable and safe for you, your family, and your friends. Remember, during […]
December Council Meeting is Great Chance to Donate to Food Pantry
As is custom, the East Ridge City Council will hold only one meeting in December. It will also mark the close of the council’s “food pantry drive” that Mayor Brian Williams initiated in September. It was in September that Mayor Williams announced that he wanted to start a new initiative where the council would would […]
TDOT Halts Lane Closures over Thanksgiving Holiday
NASHVILLE – Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this busy travel holiday. TDOT will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. All construction related lane closures will be stopped beginning at noon on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 […]
Free Medical Clinic Treated Many Hundreds at Camp Jordan
UPDATE: Over the course of two days, officials with RAM said a total of 931 people sought medical, dental or vision treatment. By Sunday afternoon, almost $500,000 in free treatment and services had been provided. Planning is underway for next year’s clinic scheduled for Oct. 23-24. Remote Area Medical will hold a free medical clinic at […]
Hamilton County Hunters Can Feed Hungry This Holiday Season
NASHVILLE – With deer season in full swing and the holidays quickly approaching, Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry program is accepting donations in Hamilton County to help feed local families in need. Statewide, more than 75 processors are collecting donations to feed fellow Tennesseans. In Hamilton County, that includes Deermaster, Don’s Meat Shop, […]
Food City Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive
Food City is preparing to kick-off their second annual Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive. “Hunger is a serious problem throughout our region, especially during the holidays and colder winter months. Food City is proud to host a number of hunger relief programs throughout the year, including our Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive. […]
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