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Health Department Urges Residents to Test for Radon in Their Homes

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

Did you know that long term exposure to radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers? In observance of National Radon Action Month, the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department would like area residents to know how they can get a free test kit for their home and what they can do to reduce […]

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ERFD Calls for Service in 2018

January 15, 2019 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams announced via Facebook post, Tuesday, that the department will begin posting monthly reports on the fire department’s calls for service. “I see questions on Facebook at times, such as, ‘I wonder where that fire truck is responding to? The fire department appears to be busy,’” Chief Williams said in […]

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State Fire Marshal Urges Consumers to Ring in 2019 with Safety in Mind

December 29, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Fireworks can ensure your New Year rings in with a bang, but they can also pose safety concerns for consumers who choose to produce their own backyard show. To avoid injuries or starting a fire, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is advising residents to always leave fireworks to the experts for the New […]

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Custer Meets with Residents at Local Coffee

December 21, 2018 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

A cold, blustery rain and the busy holiday season may have contributed to only a handful of East Ridge residents attending the first “Coffee with Kenny” meeting, Friday morning at Local Coffee. Acting City Manager Kenny Custer announced earlier this week that he wanted to begin a series of informal, conversational meetings with East Ridge […]

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Right at Home of Chattanooga Announces Recognition as a Top-Rated In-Home Care Agency in America

December 21, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Right at Home of Chattanooga has been selected by Caring.com as one of America’s top-rated in-home care agencies with the website’s “Caring Star of 2019” recognition. Caring.com, a trusted resource for families to find in-home care for their senior loved ones, released its annual “Caring Stars of 2019” list, a reliable industry source of information […]

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Renovations Set to Begin at Camp Jordan

December 19, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Camp Jordan Park and Arena in East Ridge is scheduled for an updated and a new, more professional appearance. Built in 1993, the 275-plus acres is the preferred location for numerous shows, sporting and special events and boasts over 100,000 visitors annually.With such high demand for use of the facility and all it has to […]

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Custer Invites Citizens to Meet at Local Coffee on Friday Morning

December 18, 2018 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever wanted to sit down with the man in charge of the City of East Ridge and share your ideas about how the city is running, now is your chance. Assistant City Manager Kenny Custer, who is currently the acting city manager, is inviting residents of East Ridge to Local Coffee to sit […]

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Free Flu Vaccine at All Hamilton County Health Department Clinic Locations

December 17, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department announces that anyone who wants a flu shot can get it free while supplies last. Several hundred doses were ordered for their recent drive-through flu shot clinic held last week. Despite the success of that event, hundreds of doses still remain and will be offered free while the special supply […]

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Mission Oaks Candle Lighting Postponed until Tuesday

December 9, 2018 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

Residents of the Mission Oaks subdivision will continue a long tradition in East Ridge on December 10 with its holiday candle lighting. The event which was scheduled for Monday has been postponed until Tuesday, Dec. 11, due to inclement weather,  officials with the Mission Oaks Community Club said. Members of the East Ridge Needy Child […]

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TAWC Warns of Scam

December 8, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Tennessee American Water wants customers to know that when coming to a private resident or business to perform work, our employees will present a photo ID badge and drive work vehicles that prominently display the company’s name.  In recent days, some customers have reported that representatives of a different company have come to their home […]

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Food City Open House this Saturday

December 4, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Food City will be hosting their annual Holiday Open House in all of their area locations on Saturday, December 8th from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Open House events will consist of a variety of exciting activities, including live entertainment, crafts, door prizes, cake show, displays of holiday fruit baskets, floral centerpieces, wreaths, in-store made […]

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Health Department to Give Free Flu Shots on Wednesday

December 4, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Wednesday, December 5th, free flu shots will be given away across Tennessee. The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department will operate a drive-through clinic at the old Bi-Lo at 4825 Dayton Boulevard, Red Bank TN, 37415. Free clinics will also be held in each of the surrounding Southeast TN counties. To find the clinic nearest you, visit […]

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Schedule of Performances for Metropolitan Bells

November 29, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Metropolitan Bells presents “Need a Little Christmas” 2018 Thursday, Dec. 6; Fairview Baptist Church; 261 County Road 439; Athens, TN Tuesday, Dec. 11; Brainerd Baptist Church; 300 Brookfield Avenue; Chattanooga, TN Tuesday, Dec. 18; Christ United Methodist Church; 8645 East Brainerd Road; Chattanooga, TN   All Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Free To The […]

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Billy Dean Passes

November 28, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Rev. Billy Dean, 88, well -known Pastor for over 71 years, of East Ridge , passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at his residence. A lifelong resident of Hamilton Cty., Rev. Dean was called into the ministry at the age of 17 and actually began pastoring Shany Town Baptist, Sand Mountain at that time. Before […]

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Food City Begins Annual ‘Pet Hunger Drive’

November 26, 2018 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Food City Pet Club is gearing up for their annual Pet Hunger Drive.  This year’s drive will take place November 28th through January 1st throughout the entire supermarket chain.  During the drive, shoppers are invited to purchase pre-packaged pet food bags for only $10.  Once purchased, the bags can be deposited in the special […]

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