The East Ridge Personnel Review Board has recommended reinstating former Police Chief J.R. Reed to the department as a supervising sergeant over the Traffic Division. The board’s non-binding recommendation was released on Wednesday. The board heard Reed’s appeal over three meetings in July and August regarding the city’s allegations that he: failed to comply with […]
Lightning Strike May Have Sparked Fire at Condos
East Ridge firefighters along with a full complement of mutual aid departments responded to a fire that may have been caused by a lightning strike at the Belvoir Hills Estates condominiums at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday evening. According to East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, a resident of the unit was transported to Erlanger Hospital. […]
Tennis is Back!
Dozens of people bearing tennis and pickleball rackets descended on the newly refurbished tennis/pickleball courts at East Ridge High School during the “Grand Re-Opening” of the facility, Saturday morning. It appears that the re-introduction of tennis in the city is an “ace,” as East Ridge City Councilman Mike Chauncey said he arrived a little after […]
Jette New Principal at OLPH
When the students at Our Lady of Perpetual Help attend the first day of classes on Tuesday they will find themselves under the guidance of new Principal Paul Jette. Jette, who is originally from New Bedford, Mass., comes to the school with decades of experience as an administrator in private schools, mostly in New England. […]
Governor Lee Helps Red Wolves Break Ground on Stadium
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, along with local and state dignitaries, joined Bob Martino, the owner of the Red Wolves, in a ceremonial groundbreaking for the pro soccer team’s stadium, Tuesday morning just off Spring Creek Road. Martino said he had two passions in life … soccer and real estate. “The stadium will connect people through […]
Red Wolves, Ignite Battle to Draw
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (6-4-4) and Lansing Ignite FC (5-5-6) drew 1-1 at David Stanton Field Saturday night. The draw improves the Red Wolves by one point and preserves the team’s unbeaten record at home. Lansing’s Elma Nfor opened up scoring in the 25th minute, getting on the end of a ball in from Xavier […]
Fire Damages House on Close Road
This from East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams: On Friday morning, July 5, at approximately 0039 a.m., East Ridge Fire, Police and Memorial EMS were dispatched to a reported residential fire with one occupant still inside at 1925 Close Rd. First arriving fire units reported that all occupants were out and heavy smoke and fire […]
Welcome Center Hiring
Officials with the Tennessee Welcome Center on Interstate 75 are looking for folks to fill positions at the center. Tennessee Welcome Centers achieve a positive impression of the State of Tennessee by assisting the traveling public in a knowledgeable and courteous manner in order to enhance and extend their visit and increase the economic benefit […]
City Offices Closed in Observance of Independence Day
On Thursday, July 4, East Ridge offices and library will be closed in observance of Independence Day. For those with trash service on Thursday, your trash will be picked up on Friday, July 5. Please be sure to place your trash carts to the curb the night before to ensure pickup on Friday. Recycling will […]
‘Star’ is ERAS ‘Pet of the Week’
Meet Star! She’s a four-year-old spayed pit bull that loves to run and be free. Of course, Star is up-to-date on all vaccinations. However, she is currently being treated for heartworms. Star is 51 pounds of pure muscle, but she’s a lady and is gentle with strength. Stop by East Ridge Animal Services on Yale […]
HCSO Safety Reminders for Independence Day Holiday
In anticipation of this week’s July 4th festivities, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office would like to offer the following safety reminders to ensure the citizens of Hamilton County enjoy a safe and meaningful holiday. The safe discharge of fireworks is allowed for residents who live within the unincorporated areas of Hamilton County. However, if you […]
Champy’s Coming to East Ridge
Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken is coming to East Ridge. City officials and Champy’s owners, Seth and Crissy Champion, announced on Friday that the new store, the third in the greater Chattanooga area, will be built at 6515 Ringgold Road; the former location of a Shoney’s and most recently a fireworks business. “We’re really excited […]
ERPD Officer Receives Award
Officer Stacy Lively of the East Ridge Police Department received the Dr. Wade B. McCamey Leadership award during graduation ceremonies for Class 112 of the Walters State Regional Basic Law Enforcement Academy. From left are Nathan Antrican, assistant professor of criminal justice, Lively, Lieutenant Josh Creel of the East Ridge Police Department, and Jacob Vaught, […]
Red Wolves Rezoning Passes on First Reading
On Thursday, the East Ridge City Council passed on first reading an ordinance that would rezone a large tract of property east of Spring Creek Road, paving the way for construction of a soccer stadium and commercial district. There was little discussion on the issue that last week cleared the hurdle of the city’s planning […]
TBI Releases ‘Tennessee Hate Crime 2018’
NASHVILLE – On Monday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released two publications, detailing the volume and nature of hate crime in Tennessee and violence directed toward the state’s law enforcement officers. Among the findings of ‘Tennessee Hate Crime 2018’: · Overall, the number of incidents indicated as bias-motivated increased by 1.0%. · Property-crime related offenses accounted for 24.9%, […]
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