A tree fell on power lines behind The Village at East Ridge, a shopping complex in the 3900 block of Ringgold Road, knocking out power to several businesses there, Friday morning. East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams said the tree situated on a hillside behind the complex fell onto lines at about 8:30 a.m.. The […]
Police Investigating Armed Robbery
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
More Pro Fishing as the FLW Hit the Water Next Weekend at the Bass Capital of the World
Don’t Blink Professional Bass Fishing Fans! The season is not over because as many as 450 FLW pros and co-anglers are set to compete May 4-6 in the Costa FLW Series Southeastern Division finale on Lake Chickamauga. The tournament, presented by Lowrance, is the final regular-season event of 2017 scheduled in the Southeastern Division. The event falls […]
Ham Products Recalled Due to Possible Contamination
WASHINGTON, D.C. _ Fineberg Packing Co., Inc., a Memphis, Tenn. establishment, is recalling approximately 8,822 pounds of ready-to-eat ham products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The ready-to-eat hickory smoked and BBQ ham items were packaged on January 16, 2017. […]
Drug Take Back This Saturday
Drug Take Back at 14 Local Sites Makes It Convenient to Drop Off Medications; Document Shredders Available at Four Sites The 9th Annual National Drug Take Back will be held on Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The purpose of this event is to keep drugs out of the environment and off […]
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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