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Fallen Tree Knocks Out Power to Shopping Complex

May 5, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

A tree fell on power lines behind The Village at East Ridge, a shopping complex in the 3900 block of Ringgold Road, knocking out power to several businesses there, Friday morning. East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams said the tree situated on a hillside behind the complex fell onto lines at about 8:30 a.m.. The […]

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Pioneers Advance in District Soccer Tourney

May 4, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

East Ridge’s Coy Vandergriff and Adam Adem scored two goals each as the Pioneers sent Tyner packing, 4-1, in a District 6A/AA quarterfinal match, Wednesday at Camp Jordan. East Ridge (12-4) led 3-1 at the half.  Erik Lopez had two assists, while Jaime Aguilar and Alex Vicente were credited with one each. Tyner’s Enrique Simental […]

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Police Investigating Armed Robbery

May 3, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

The East Ridge Police Department is investigating an armed robbery of title loan store that happened mid-morning on Tuesday. According to a police report, officers were called to the Title Max at 4317  Ringgold Road at 10:18 a.m. When a responding officer arrived, other law enforcement personnel were already looking for the suspect’s vehicle, a […]

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Pioneers Down Sweetwater in Boys Soccer

May 3, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

On Tuesday, East Ridge capped its regular-season play with a 4-1 win over Sweetwater in boys high school soccer action. Adam Adem led the way for the Pioneers with three goals. Rivaldo Yoc Bamaca accounted for the final score for East Ridge, which finished with a 10-4 season record. Luis Padilla, Joel Matias and Luis […]

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Drug Bust Nets Cache of Methamphetamine

May 2, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

On Monday, East Ridge police arrested two people in connection with a drug bust on Burr Street. According to a press release, department officials received information on possible narcotics activity at 6511 Burr Street. Police went to the apartment and knocked on the door.  Christopher Wilson, 46, answered the door after a few minutes. Wilson […]

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Police Briefs May 1

May 1, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

_ 3725 Fountain Ave.: Officers were called to the address late Sunday night in regard to a domestic assault. According to a police report, when officers arrived they spoke with a woman who said that she and her baby’s father, Anthony Smith Jr., had been arguing all evening long. The victim told police that Smith […]

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Optimist Club BBQ This Saturday

May 1, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

The annual East Ridge Optimist Club barbecue is coming up this Saturday, May 6 at Camp Jordan. The barbecue, one of the club’s biggest fundraising events of the year, will be held in the park’s new pavilion across from the arena, organizers said.  All proceeds go toward the club’s youth programs and community projects. Pork […]

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Crestwood Garden Club Spruces Up City Planters

May 1, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

  Last week, several members of the Crestwood Garden Club helped spruce up planters in front of the East Ridge Fire and Police Services Center. Maggi Burns, President of the Crestwood Garden Club, said that last year’s drought claimed holly bushes that had been installed by the club in the spring of 2016. The effort […]

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ERPD Arrests April 24-30

April 30, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 24-30. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. GREEN, KIARA L 6911 MARTHA […]

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Municipal Court Docket for May 2

April 29, 2017 By Dick Cook 4 Comments

The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, May 2. Municipal court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 5 p.m. Willie Dates – FTA (2), Fail to Yield. Gerzon Gutierrez-Garcia – DUI, Public Indecency, No DL, No Insurance, Due Care. Samuel McCormick – Domestic […]

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City Establishes Housing Authority

April 28, 2017 By Dick Cook 3 Comments

On Thursday, the East Ridge City Council adopted a resolution to form a Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Officials said the five-person panel appointed by the mayor will be set up in accordance with state law. The aim of the new housing authority is to address dilapidated structures – both commercial and residential. Chief Building Official […]

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Pioneers Win in Boys Soccer

April 27, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

East Ridge got three goals each from Coy Vandergriff and Adam Adem to defeat Tyner, 9-1, in District 6 A/AA boys soccer, Tuesday. Eric Reynoso scored two goals of his own, while Bryan Alonzo also got in on the scoring. In addition, Vandergriff was credited with two assists. Mohammed Hasan, Joel Matias, Erik Lopez, Rivaldo […]

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Cruise-In Slated for May 6 at Corner Cafe

April 27, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

  Get your hot rods out and start putting that extra coat of wax on it because the Corner Cafe spring “cruise in” is just around the corner, no pun intended. Melissa Davenport, the proprietor of the popular East Ridge eatery, said for everyone to mark their calendars for Saturday, May 6. Yes, it’s Derby […]

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Spring Creek Holding Annual Carnival

April 27, 2017 By Dick Cook 0 Comments

Spring Creek Elementary is holding its 8th Annual Spring Carnival on May 5. School officials said the carnival is a celebration after TCAP testing.  Students earn carnival tickets for doing a good job and working hard on their tests. The carnival, which is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m., is a time for families and the community […]

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Ham Products Recalled Due to Possible Contamination

April 25, 2017 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article 0 Comments

  WASHINGTON, D.C. _  Fineberg Packing Co., Inc., a Memphis, Tenn. establishment, is recalling approximately 8,822 pounds of ready-to-eat ham products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The ready-to-eat hickory smoked and BBQ ham items were packaged on January 16, 2017. […]

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