One man was injured when fire damaged his home on Welworth Avenue early Wednesday morning. According to a press release from the East Ridge Fire Chief Mike Williams, firefighters responded to the house at 5901 Welworth at 12:08 a.m. Light smoke was coming from the house and the occupants were outside the structure. The fire, […]
Police Briefs for Jan. 9
1000 Bass Pro Dr.: Police were dispatched to the Bass Pro Shops on Thursday afternoon in regard to a burglary of an auto. According to a police report, an officer spoke with a man who said that his 2006 Ford F150 had been burglarized while he was parked in the west lot of the store. […]
Municipal Court Docket for Jan. 10
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Jan. 10. Court is held in City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 5 p.m. Horatio Coleman _ Criminal Simulation. Jerry Collins _ Domestic/Simple, Aggravated Burglary, False Imprisonment, Aggravated Domestic, Aggravated Assault, Kidnapping (2), Vandalism under $500, Theft over $500, […]
Soccer at Camp Jordan Postponed
All indoor soccer games scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 7, at Camp Jordan Arena have been postponed, officials said. “The possibility of slick roads and dangerous wind-chill temperatures cannot be ignored, said Stump Martin, Director of Parks and Recreation for the city. “For the safety of the families we feel this is the best decision. “Stay […]
Fire Damages House on Donaldson
No one was injured, Friday afternoon, when fire damaged a house on Donaldson Road. The call came at 1:11 p.m., said East Ridge Fire Department Commander Billy Quintrell. When firefighters arrived at 708 Donaldson flames were exiting from windows. Commander Quintrell said fire personnel were told initially that there could be people inside the burning […]
City Preparing for Winter Weather
City trucks are out brining roads in East Ridge in preparation for a winter weather event. Officials said Friday that the trucks are first doing hilly roads and will then proceed to flatter terrain. City Manager Scott Miller said that city trucks are waiting for “the first snowflake to fall” and then will begin spreading […]
TAWC Shares Tips on Preventing Water Pipes from Freezing and Breaking
As cold weather begins to settle in the Tennessee Valley, Tennessee American Water reminds its customers to take steps to prevent water damage from frozen and burst pipes as well as frozen meters. “Extreme weather events like sub-freezing temperatures for an extended period can cause pipes in vulnerable areas to freeze and burst and result […]
Spill Causes Traffic Troubles for Motorists
A ruptured line from an East Ridge garbage truck spewed hydraulic fluid on Ringgold Road late Wednesday morning, closing one lane of east bound traffic to motorists. Officials said the truck leaked the fluid on the main commercial artery of the city beginning at Tombras Avenue and ending at Belvoir Avenue. The incident was reported […]
Police Briefs for Jan. 3
Editor’s Note: Due to the New Year holiday there has been a time lag in availability of police reports. 406 Alice Dr.: Police were called to the address on Dec. 30 in reference to a domestic assault. According to a police report, an officer en route was advised by dispatch that the victim was texting […]
ERPD’s K9 Axel To Get Body Armor
East Ridge Police Department’s K9 Axel will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Axel’s vest is sponsored by Elks Lodge #91 of Chattanooga, TN and will be embroidered with the sentiment “This vest provided by Elks Lodge #91.” Delivery is […]
City Hires Litchford as Interim Attorney
In a special called meeting on Thursday, the East Ridge City Council hired Mark Litchford as Interim City Attorney. Litchford, a member of the Grant Konvalinka & Harrison law firm, will replace Hal North, who resigned as City Attorney effective Jan. 1. The transition from one city attorney to another was anything but smooth. Several […]
Woman Reports Being Beaten at Park
Police responded to Erlanger Hospital on Christmas Eve regarding a delayed assault. According to a police report, police spoke with a woman there who said that her ex-boyfriend had abducted her from her place of employment on Dec. 23, held her captive and beat her repeatedly for the better part of 24 hours. The woman […]
City Offices Closed on Monday
East Ridge city offices and services will be closed on Monday, January 2, 2017, in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. Trash service, however, will be picked up as regularly scheduled on Monday, Jan. 2.
Major New Anti-Crime Laws Set to Take Effect January 1
NASHVILLE – Major legislation, which addresses the most serious offenses driving Tennessee’s violent crime rate, is among 29 new Tennessee laws set to take effect on January 1. The Public Safety Act of 2016, sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Mark Norris (R-Collierville) and Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Brian Kelsey (R-Germantown), establishes mandatory minimum sentences for […]
Special Called Meeting Set for Thursday
The East Ridge City Council will have a special called meeting on Thursday, Dec. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. The following is on the agenda for the council to consider: Accept the resignation of City Attorney Hal North; Discuss/take action on appointing a new and/or interim city attorney; Discuss/take action on government affairs […]
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