NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released its 2017 ‘Crime in Tennessee’ report, revealing a slight overall increase in reported instances of crime in the most recent reporting year. The annual study compiles data reported from each law enforcement agency in the state through the Tennessee Incident Based Reporting System (TIBRS). The TBI’s sophisticated crime […]
Airbnb Ordinance Open to Legal Challenge, Violates Constitution on 3 Counts
Another Southeast Tennessee municipality is making war on the Internet, trying to raise a Beijing wall to keep out wealth that flows into town via short-term vacation rentals. Not that East Ridge turns its back on in-rushing dollars. Its Exit 1 development promises riches to area developers and local people who work for these national […]
Reward Offered in ‘Cold Case’
An anonymous donor is contributing $10,000 to the reward fund in the unsolved case of Janet Newman, officials at the Hamilton County District Attorney’s office said Thursday. Someone killed Newman eleven days before Christmas in 1984 as she worked alone inside Cannon Towel and Linen on Brainerd Road. When Newman’s boss returned from running errands […]
Construction on Mission Ridge Food City Well Underway
On Wednesday, company officials announced that construction is well underway on the new Mission Ridge Food City. The 38,100+ square foot supermarket is being constructed on the site of the former location. The project is expected to be completed by early Summer. “The Mission Ridge area residents have certainly been supportive of our company […]
Health Department Announces Low-Cost Vaccination Clinics
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department encourages all pet owners to get their animals vaccinated against rabies.This year’s low-cost rabies clinics will be available at almost 60 locations around Hamilton County from April 20-28. The price is $12 per pet. Rabies vaccinations are required by law for all dogs and cats. “Vaccinating our pets is the most […]
East Ridge Residents Left Out in the Cold – Literally
Looking for some midday entertainment and otherwise curiosity about the release of the secretly recorded tapes by East Ridge’s mayor, I took time out of my busy day to try to participate in the process by attending what was billed as a public press conference at the East Ridge “Community” center. While news reporters from […]
CFC Hosting Detroit City FC This Saturday
This preseason has been a busy one for CFC. After an historic match against MLS side FC Dallas and another vs the USL’s newest franchise Nashville SC, the boys in blue are proud to welcome NPSL powerhouse Detroit City FC to Finley Stadium this Saturday, April 21, at 7:30pm. “Having a home and away series with Detroit […]
Boyd: ‘How’s This for Bad Government?’
East Ridge Mayor Brent Lambert, who still has no campaign signs, says Republicans in District 8 should elect him because he has been such a fine mayor. Dick Cook runs East Ridge News Online, a place for news about East Ridge. Dick is a East Ridge lifer and was a journalist at the Times Free Press. PLEASE […]
James: New Leaders Needed
After reviewing this past week’s political circus in District 8, l am totally in shock and awe that a grown man, one who has been elected by the city he lives in, cannot see he is being used and played by people that he thought he could trust. Whoever had the idea for him to […]
Lambert ‘Applauds’ TBI for Thorough Investigation
“My campaign to serve the great citizens of our community began because of my commitment to see East Ridge grow and prosper as a wonderful place to live and raise our families. My work as East Ridge Mayor has reflected that commitment with economic development and job growth. My commitment has been strengthened that […]
Elrod Supports Boyd
I believe that the indictment against Tim Boyd is a “hit job” by the establishment. I have often heard that the grand jury only hears one side of a argument to make a decision and they can indict a ham sandwich. I support Mr. Boyd and believe everyone can see what this really is. _ […]
Strong Fundraising for Thongnopnua
Joda Thongnopnua, the Democratic candidate for Tennessee’s 30th State House District, reported on Monday that he had raised more than $35,000 since announcing his candidacy for the open seat in late January. Thongnopnua, in his first bid for public office, is poised to present a formidable challenge to Republican contenders for a seat being vacated […]
Supporting Crime Victims’ Rights
Recent statistics show Americans are the victims of 20 million crimes each year, affecting both individuals and communities. Since 1981, a week in April has been designated as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, to bring attention to the rights of victims, highlight the impact crime has on families, friends and the community, and promote […]
Boyd Says District 8 Prospered in Last Eight Years
About two dozen interested people attended a Town Hall meeting held by Hamilton County Commissioner Tim Boyd, Thursday evening at the East Ridge Community Center. A number of voters in attendance discussed with Boyd their questions and concerns about issues in District 8. Boyd focused on development in the district since he was first elected […]
Garden Expo at Camp Jordan Arena
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County, in association with the University of Tennessee Extension, present their 6th annual “Master Your Garden” Garden Expo on Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Camp Jordan Arena (323 CampJordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN). Admission is […]
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