Three people were injured in a head-on car crash, Friday night on McBrien Road. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, the incident happened in the 1300 block of McBrien Road just before 10:30 p.m. When fire units arrived to the two-car crash, one person was trapped in one of the vehicles. Crews used […]
Planning Commission Approves Rezoning for Development on Blackhawk Trail
The East Ridge Planning Commission approved the rezoning of about 2.5 acres of property on Blackhawk Trail to make way for a proposed development of single family homes, townhouses and a small commercial business, Monday, during its regular meeting. James Hathcock told the board that he wants to build 12, two-story homes on the sloped, […]
UPDATED: Building Permit Issued for $4.86 million Topgolf Project at Jordan Crossing
UPDATE: On Tuesday, our friends at NewsChannel9 reported receiving this e-mail from Topgolf: “We are excited to share that Topgolf will soon be breaking ground in Chattanooga. This location is very important to us and we are excited to “tee off” our latest and greatest plans in this community. We are not ready to spill […]
Burn Ban in Effect
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,” […]
TDOT Pubic Info Meeting Draws Interest of Residents
Scores of East Ridge area residents turned out at the Community Center, Tuesday evening, to get more information about the construction project at the Interstate-75/24 interchange. The Tennessee Department of Transportation hosted a public information meeting to give specific details about the $132 million project that will affect virtually every motorist in East Ridge. During […]
Red Wolves Defeat Orlando in Crucial Home Match
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (9-8-9) defeated Orlando City B (3-19-4) 2-1 at David Stanton Field on Saturday. The Red Wolves came out firing to start the match as they looked to jump on Orlando early. In the first minute, Jonathan Caparelli fired a shot that was saved by the finger tips of Orlando goalie Christian […]
Photos from Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Personnel from the East Ridge Fire Department and East Ridge Police Department participated in the Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, Sunday at Finley Stadium. Director Britt Bradshaw, a Chattanooga Firefighter, said this is the first year the event has been held at Finley Stadium. In previous years the stair climb – done to memorialize the […]
Corner Cafe ‘Cruise-In’ Benefits Food Pantry
On Saturday night one of the city’s most popular restaurants, The Corner Cafe, hosted dozens of classic cars in a “Cruise-In” to benefit the East Ridge Community Food Pantry. Scores of people showed up for the free burgers and dogs to gawk at everything from a ’32 Ford three-window high boy to classic ’67 Camaros, […]
Duncan, Clark Honored at Optimist Club’s 9-11 Lunch
The East Ridge Optimist Club held its Annual 9-11 Luncheon for city employees, Wednesday at the Community Center. Carolyn Tucker, the Lt. Governor of the Gateway District, which includes Tennessee and Georgia, said the luncheon is a way for the organization to show appreciation for all the folks who serve the community of East Ridge. […]
Fun in the Sun at ‘PioneerFest’
Hundreds of people flocked to the second annual PioneerFest, Saturday at Camp Jordan Park, bringing residents, civic groups, schools, religious congregations and businesses together for entertainment, activities, food and fun. The event is a fundraiser for the East Ridge Needy Child Fund. A new addition this year was “East Ridge Has Talent.” Buddy Griffith, the […]
Feeding the Hungry in East Ridge
The East Ridge Community Food Pantry is desperately in need of volunteers to help feed hungry families in our area. On Wednesday, this reporter went to East Ridge Methodist Church on Prater Road where the food pantry operates to get a first-hand look at the work being done. Danny McDowell, a 70-year-old retired plumber with […]
How to Become a Volunteer Firefighter with ERFD
Buddy’s bar-b-q Opens for Business
Buddy’s bar-b-q is now open at 619 Camp Jordan Parkway in East Ridge. The popular barbeque restaurant’s new location is just behind Bass Pro Shops. “The city welcomes Buddy’s bar-b-q to East Ridge and appreciates their investment in our community,” said East Ridge Mayor Brian Williams. “We wish Buddy’s much success and will be enjoying […]
Stadium Developers Get Permit to Resume Work
UPDATE: On August 27, the developers of the Red Wolves stadium off Spring Creek Road received a permit to resume construction. Star Construction Builders had received a notice of violation from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC). ASA Engineering, a company working on the project, challenged the ruling that alleged construction had disturbed […]
Trailer from Over-Size Load Truck Clips Power Pole Creating Traffic Snarl
An accident involving an over-sized load truck snarled traffic on Ringgold Road, Tuesday afternoon. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, the call was dispatched at 11:12 a.m. to 4131 Ringgold Road, right in front of the Walmart Neighborhood Market. Chief Williams said the truck carrying a generator house had a mechanical issue with […]
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