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 […]
IDB Finalizes Development Agreement
East Ridge’s Industrial Development Board met Tuesday afternoon and finalized a development agreement for the development of a retail complex on Mack Smith Road. The IDB will provide $30,000 a year for the next 20 years to Mack Smith Commons LLC, the legal entity building a 5,500 square-foot building on the corner of Mack Smith […]
Pioneers Down Sweetwater in Boys Soccer
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 […]
Drug Bust Nets Cache of Methamphetamine
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 […]
Police Briefs May 1
_ 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 […]
Optimist Club BBQ This Saturday
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 […]
Crestwood Garden Club Spruces Up City Planters
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 […]
ERPD Arrests April 24-30
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 […]
Municipal Court Docket for May 2
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 […]
City Establishes Housing Authority
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 […]
Pioneers Win in Boys Soccer
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 […]
Cruise-In Slated for May 6 at Corner Cafe
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 […]
Spring Creek Holding Annual Carnival
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 […]
Routine Patrol of Motel Leads to Drug, Theft Charges
An officer routinely patrolling a motel parking lot has led to the arrest of a man on auto theft and drug charges. According to a police report, the officer was patrolling the 4As Inn on Ringgold Road, Saturday, when he saw a black Toyota parked on the east side of the lot. The officer ran […]
Parks & Recreation Input Meeting Scheduled for April 24
If you have ideas or suggestions about recreation in East Ridge you will have an opportunity to voice them next Monday. According to a press release, the City of East Ridge is updating its Parks & Recreation Plan and wants your input! Please join us for a community input meeting between 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. […]
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