_ 5300 Block Ringgold Rd.: On Thursday morning, officers with the ERPD Crime Suppression Unit (CSU) saw a gold BMW in the this area who appeared to be distracted by something in the vehicle. According to an affidavit of complaint, the driver kept looking down and swerving into the adjacent lane several times. Officers initiated […]
Council Cans Buffer Zones on Beer Sales
On Thursday, the East Ridge City Council moved forward with obtaining property for an animal services center, potentially allowing beer to be sold in more places on its commercial corridor and finding a new city manager, during its final meeting of the month at City Hall. The council passed on first reading an ordinance that […]
Police Briefs Jan. 24
On Tuesday night, police were called to Wendy’s on Ringgold Road after staff said there was a woman in the restroom who was completely naked. Upon arrival, police made contact with the woman who was in the process of getting dressed. The woman told officers that she was attempting to change clothes and purchase a […]
New Food City Grand Opening on Wednesday
Food City officials announced Thursday morning that the much-anticipated Grand Opening of its store just across the Georgia state line will be on Wednesday, Jan. 30. According to a press release, On Tuesday, Jan. 29, there will be a “Business After Hours Reception” from 5 to 7 p.m. There will be a ribbon cutting and […]
Police Briefs Jan. 22
The following information is from East Ridge Police Department “pass along” reports from January 17-21. _ 6401 Ringgold Rd.: On Monday evening, police were flagged down by the manager of McDonald’s who advised there was a man and woman behind the establishment who were causing a disturbance. Contact was made with a man, and a […]
Housing Commission Actions from Jan. 14
The East Ridge Housing Commission met earlier this week and took the following actions. A building at 1524 Rebecca Drive, owned by Christian Church In Tennessee Disciples of Christ, came under scrutiny by the housing commission. According to official documents, Philip Osbourne, on behalf of the owner, appeared to represent the interests of the property. […]
City Offices Closed on Monday
East Ridge city offices and non-essential services will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. For those with Monday trash pickup, the following schedule will be implemented: North-side (from Ringgold Road to Chattanooga/Interstate 24)—Tuesday, January 22. South-side (From Ringgold Road to Stateline Road/Georgia)—Wednesday, […]
Police Briefs Jan. 17
_ 6642 Ringgold Rd.: On Wednesday night the East Ridge Fire Department responded to the Econo Lodge in reference to an automatic fire alarm. According to a police report, firefighters gained access to the room where the alarm was sounding and found what they believed to be narcotics inside. ERFD personnel immediately requested police respond […]
Health Department Urges Residents to Test for Radon in Their Homes
Did you know that long term exposure to radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers? In observance of National Radon Action Month, the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department would like area residents to know how they can get a free test kit for their home and what they can do to reduce […]
Red Wolves Announce Game Day Operations Director
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC announced Kevin Friedman as director of game day operations for its USL League One team. Friedman is responsible for general game day operations, stadium management, opponent liaison and ensuring all USL League One requirements are met for match events. According to Chattanooga Red Wolves SC President and General Manager Sean McDaniel, Friedman […]
National Medal of Honor Heritage Center Celebrates Groundbreaking Ceremony
The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center today announced it has begun construction on the 19,000 square-foot facility which will honor and preserve the stories of 20 Tennessee Medal of Honor recipients.Scheduled to open in February 2020, visitors will be able to explore their dramatic stories through a series of immersive and engaging exhibits. Each […]
Gardenhire Gets Key Committee Appointments, Including Senate Finance, Ways and Means
State Senator Todd Gardenhire (R-Chattanooga) has been appointed to several key committees in the Tennessee Senate, including reappointment to the powerful Finance, Ways and Means Committee which holds the purse strings for all state government. The announcement was made by Lt. Governor Randy McNally as the General Assembly prepares to close the 2019 organizational session […]
Police Briefs Jan. 16
The following information comes from daily East Ridge Police Department “pass along” sheets, which keeps department administrators apprised of activity from the two patrol shifts. It is anticipated that this information will be provided to the public and media on a daily basis going forward. The information from the “pass along” sheets is significantly more […]
Williams Reviews ‘Meet the Mayor’
The first Meet the Mayor event occurred this past Saturday and approximately 35 citizens attended throughout the meeting. Assistant City Manager Kenny Custer attended along beside me for the open discussion session with citizens. The goal of this meeting was to initiate an open dialog with East Ridge citizens and business owners that would be […]
ERFD Calls for Service in 2018
East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams announced via Facebook post, Tuesday, that the department will begin posting monthly reports on the fire department’s calls for service. “I see questions on Facebook at times, such as, ‘I wonder where that fire truck is responding to? The fire department appears to be busy,’” Chief Williams said in […]
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