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HCSO Celebrating 200 Years with Commemorative Badge

December 3, 2019 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Christmas with the Metropolitan Bells

December 3, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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 […]

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HCSO Tips for Black Friday Shopping Safety

November 26, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

 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 […]

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December Council Meeting is Great Chance to Donate to Food Pantry

November 26, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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 […]

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TDOT Halts Lane Closures over Thanksgiving Holiday

November 25, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Free Medical Clinic Treated Many Hundreds at Camp Jordan

November 17, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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 […]

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Hamilton County Hunters Can Feed Hungry This Holiday Season

November 16, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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, […]

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Food City Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive

November 14, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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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Red Wolves Soccer Club Expands Stadium Services and Amenities

November 7, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Chattanooga Red Wolves Soccer Club is expanding the lineup of services and amenities that will be part of the professional team’s future stadium and surrounding mixed-use development. A VIP experience, beer garden, large youth area and space for events before and after the games are included in the designs for the $150 million development. […]

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Notes from October ‘Meet the Mayor’ Event

November 6, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Meet the Mayor meetings have been very informative with guest speakers providing a deeper insight into their areas as they pertain to our city.  We began with our Assistant City Manager then our newly hired City Manager, our Hamilton County School Board District 8 Board Member, plus various City Directors.  Check the website www.eastridgetn.gov for future […]

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National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week October 20-26

October 21, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department is holding a public ribbon cutting ceremony to open the new Lead Education Station. Housed in the Southside Branch of the Chattanooga Public Library,the Lead Education Station will provide residents with a dedicated location to access resources about lead poisoning and prevention. Marking National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, the event […]

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October’s ‘Meet the Mayor’ at City Library

October 16, 2019 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

East Ridge Mayor Brian Williams will hold another in a series of his “Meet the Mayor” events on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the City Library. The event is scheduled from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the library inside City Hall on Tombras Avenue. This month’s special guest will be the library’s Director, Patty Weaver.

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TAWC Conducting Annual Flushing Program

October 11, 2019 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

Tennessee American Water has begun its annual flushing of water mains and hydrants throughout its water system serving Chattanooga, East Ridge, Red Bank, Lookout Mountain, GA and TN, and Rossville, GA. Tennessee American Water conducts an annual flushing program of its water distribution system to help ensure continued high-quality water service. Flushing the water system […]

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HCHD Urges Residents to Get Annual Flu Shot

October 4, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department is now offering flu shots at all their locations. Anyone 6 months or older is encouraged to get the vaccine. Medicare, TennCare, and select other insurance providers can be billed. For those who want to pay out-of-pocket for a flu vaccination, the cost is $35, or $55 for the ages […]

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Burn Ban in Effect

September 30, 2019 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams: CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – September 30, 2019 – The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Air Pollution Control Bureau (Bureau) is extending the burning ban in Hamilton County until further notice due to severe drought conditions. “We appreciate citizens understanding the need to exercise caution in light of these potentially hazardous conditions,” […]

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