Black-Eyed Pea and Greens Soup

October 29, 2015 By Dick Cook and Melissa Davenport Leave a Comment

October 1st thru January 1st is my favorite time of year. It may be because I am an October baby, or it could be because we finally get a break from all that southern heat and humidity. Either way once we turn the October corner and the weather breaks there’s no denying it, the season […]

I-75/I-24 Project Among Those Not Funded by State

October 29, 2015 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Bill Moore, chairman of the Tennessee Infrastructure Alliance and former chief engineer for the Tennessee Department of Transportation, today highlighted several committed but unfunded road projects in the Chattanooga area, projects that cannot be carried out due to the state’s funding dilemma surrounding transportation infrastructure. Moore’s presentation was part of a hearing hosted by Senate […]

Police Briefs for Oct. 27

October 27, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

_ 6712 Ringgold Road: Police were dispatched to Public Storage on Oct. 25 on a reported burglary. According to a police report, officers spoke with the property manager who said that six units had been entered. The manager said she was in the process of contacting the victims who rented the units. The manager took […]

Police Briefs for Oct. 26

October 26, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

_ 3824 Ringgold Rd.: Police were dispatched to Kingwood Pharmacy Friday in reference to a person attempting to obtain prescription drugs. According to an affidavit of complaint, officers spoke with a pharmacy technician who said that the pharmacy had received a phone call earlier from a person claiming to be a Dr. Smith from Siskin […]

ERPD Arrests Oct. 19-25

October 25, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Oct. 19-25. 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. CAPUTO, MICHAEL CARL 7384 APPLEGATE […]

ER Downs Loudon; One Win Away from Perfect Season

October 24, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The East Ridge High School football team downed Loudon, 27-8, Friday night at Shanks Field/ Raymond James Stadium in a non-region contest. The win moves the Pioneers to 9-0 on the season, leaving only Chattanooga Christian in its way of an undefeated regular season in its quest to “Defend the Ridge.” Lorenzo Stewart scored on […]

ERHS Alumni Association Recruiting Members

October 23, 2015 By Dick Cook and Contributed Article Leave a Comment

ER Court Docket for Oct. 27

October 23, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Oct. 27. Jackie Collins _ Theft over $1,000. Tony Doss _ Criminal Simulation. Jonathan Grant _ Possession Drug Paraphernalia, Theft, Vandalism (2), Felony Vandalism, Aggravated Domestic Assault, Aggravated Assault, Reckless Endangerment. Zachary A. Kennedy _ FTA (2), Theft under $500. Zachary L. […]

Police Briefs Oct. 22

October 22, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

_ 639 Camp Jordan Parkway: Police were dispatched to America’s Best Value Inn Wednesday morning on a reported theft. According to a police report, the victim said he had left a briefcase and some luggage on steps close to the breakfast bar unattended for a short time. When he returned, his aluminum briefcase was gone […]

Buttery, Salty, Delicious Croutons

October 22, 2015 By Dick Cook and Melissa Davenport Leave a Comment

Did you try the bread recipe from last week? If you did, then you probably have a heel or two of bread kicking around the kitchen right about now. Are you looking for something to do with that bread? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Make croutons, buttery, salty, garlicky, delicious croutons. I might be […]

Missing Drone May Be in East Ridge

October 21, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

Be on the lookout for a white and blue “quadcopter” drone that was lost by its earthbound pilot on Saturday. The drone, flown by Chris Esch, who lives on Cloudland Trail on the Chattanooga side of Interstate 24 near Germantown Road and South Terrace, disappeared about 30 seconds into a flight at 1 p.m. on […]

ERPD Arrests Oct. 12-18

October 18, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Oct. 12-18. 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. LAVIGNETTE, LANCE A 32 HOLMES […]

Pioneers Roll Over Howard

October 17, 2015 By Dick Cook Leave a Comment

East Ridge got another stellar performance from running back Traneil Moore and whipped Howard, 42-12, Friday night on the Tigers’ home field in a Region 3-3A game. Moore rushed for just under 200 yards, scoring two touchdowns on runs of 31 and 56 yards. He left the game late in the first half after suffering […]

LED Billboard & Beer At Save-A-Lot Coming Soon

October 16, 2015 By Matthew DeGlopper Leave a Comment

The East Ridge City Council took up a wide range of issues at its Thursday October 15 meeting. An off premises billboard, beer permit variance, a million dollar over budget Camp Jordan Parkway, and a packed agenda featuring 15 other separate items the City Council worked to stay focused and on task to deal with each […]

Camp Jordan Parkway Approved

October 16, 2015 By Matthew DeGlopper Leave a Comment

During a council meeting that featured an agenda busting at the seams, the East Ridge City Council took up discussion regarding the bids for improvements to Camp Jordan Parkway. Exit One LLC successfully petitioned the council a few months ago with a request to upgrade the parkway by widening the road from two lanes to […]