The East Ridge Housing Commission met pursuant to notice on August 9, 2019, 5:30 pm at East Ridge City Hall. Chairperson Winters called the meeting to order. Present were: Chairperson Winters, Boardmember Broome, Boardmember Rogers, Boardmember Stephens, Boardmember Wilson and City Attorney Mark Litchford. Chairperson Winters led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the […]
Tennis PlayDay at Champions Club
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. […]
Authorities Declare Heat Advisory
This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams: The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Hamilton and our surrounding counties until Tuesday, August 13th at 7:00 pm. During this time, the Heat Index could reach up to 107 degrees due to temperatures in the mid 90’s. Heat and humidity could cause heat […]
ERPD Taking Applications for Citizen’s Police Academy
The East Ridge Police Department is seeking participants for its inaugural Citizen’s Police Academy. Class #19-01 will begin on September 16, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and take place for 10 weeks. The citizen’s academy is aimed at familiarizing our citizens with the various aspects of the law enforcement profession. During these training […]
Health Department’s Step ONE Teaching Garden Grants Now Available
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department’s Step ONEprogramhas opened its community teaching garden grant application period through the end of August. Those interested are encouraged to apply for grants up to $1,000. The purpose of the teaching garden initiative is to: Demonstrate to children and families theimportance of food choices for overall health; Provide opportunities for […]
Health Department Traps West Nile Virus Positive Mosquitoes
The Chattanooga-Hamilton Hamilton County Health Department says that mosquitoes recently trapped in Hamilton County were positive for West Nile Virus. “While West Nile Virus isn’t new to our area,” says Director of Environmental Health Services Bonnie Deakins, “this is a reminder that mosquito bites are not just a harmless, itchy thing that goes away. About […]
Give Emergency Vehicles the Right-of-Way
Each day, firefighters, police officers, paramedics and other emergency personnel respond to calls for help. Emergency personnel are required by state law to complete annual training on the proper way to respond to calls using lights and sirens and, you, as a citizen, can help make the emergency response of fire apparatus, ambulances and police […]
HCHD, Partners Highlight Human Trafficking with Red Sand Art Project
HAMILTON COUNTY _ Human trafficking is the exploitation of people for the purpose of sexual services, forced labor or other commercial services, and even organ removal. This modern day slavery is not something happening only in big cities or foreign countries, it also happens in Tennessee and Hamilton County. According to the Tennessee Department of […]
TWF Taking Submissions for Photo Contest
NASHVILLE _ Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest nonprofits dedicated to conserving the state’s wildlife and natural resources, is now accepting photo submissions for its 5th annual Tennessee wildlife and landscape photo contest. Photographers—from amateurs to professionals—are encouraged to submit up to 20 of their best images of Tennessee’s wildlife and, for […]
City Sets Aug. 10 for ‘Grand Re-Opening’ of Tennis/Pickleball Courts
After weeks of clearing and resurfacing the former East Ridge High School tennis courts, the City is officially opening the newly resurfaced courts with the addition of lines for pickleball play. According to a press release, on Saturday, August 10 from 9 am until 1 pm, participants can play both tennis and pickleball with equipment […]
Red Wolves Offering 10 Buck Tickets to ER Residents for Tucson Match
Each and every resident of East Ridge is being invited to the Chattanooga Red Wolves SC game on Saturday evening, July 27, as the club hosts the football club of Tucson at David Stanton Field on the campus of Chattanooga Christian School. Here’s where it gets good. The cost of admission is being discounted to […]
Tennis, Anyone?
Tennis enthusiasts in East Ridge will have refurbished courts to play on, coinciding with the second week of Wimbledon, the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. The four long-neglected tennis courts at East Ridge High School had new life breathed into them thanks to a $25,000 earmark from the City Council. The […]
TAWC Awards Grant to City
Supporting local organizations who address a watershed or source water protection need, Tennessee American Water has awarded the City of East Ridge an environmental grant. The project consists of removal of debris from the Spring and South Chickamauga Creeks and bank stabilization to prevent erosion. “We are pleased to support the City of East Ridge […]
Former Hamilton County Commissioner Curtis Adams Passes
Former Hamilton County Commissioner Curtis Adams passed away on Tuesday, July 2 at the age of 86. Adams, served on the Hamilton County Commission representing District 8 from 1988 to 2010. He was the longest serving commissioner in its history. After leaving the commission, Adams briefly served the citizens of East Ridge as the City […]
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