The City of East Ridge and East Ridge Parks & Recreation Department invite the community to celebrate five years of fall fun as the East Ridge Fall Festival returns to Camp Jordan for its 5th … [Read More...]
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Law and Order Sept. 17
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 16: B Squad 26-008955- 4300 BLK Spriggs Street- Domestic Assault/ Arrest - Police responded to this … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Sept. 13-16
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Sept. 13-16. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
Law and Order Sept. 16
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 15: A Squad 26-008937 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Warrant Service - A wanted suspect was taken into custody on … [Read More...]
Two Independents Gain Traction in Governor’s Race
This article is from Tennessee Lookout In early September, a new website appeared attacking independent Tennessee governor candidate David Hatley for a 1998 felony conviction. Hatley, a Washington … [Read More...]
Law and Order Sept. 15
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 14: B Squad 26-008879 – 3200 BLK Gleason Drive - Animal Call - Police responded to the intersection of … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Back in Win Column; Shutout Forward Madison FC
The Chattanooga Red Wolves took down Forward Madison FC, 1-0, Wednesday in USL League One action at CHI Memorial Stadium. With these three points, the Red Wolves further cemented themselves above the playoff line, making the push to reach the top four needed to qualify. They remain home for a match on Saturday against the boys of Maine, Portland Hearts of Pine. It took six minutes for the Wolves' engine to burn red hot. In the first corner of the night, Omar played short to Lelin, who set him up … [Read More...]
Senator Lamar Alexander Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award for Environmental Stewardship
Nashville, Tenn. – Former Tennessee Sen. Lamar Alexander has been named the recipient of the 2026 Robert Sparks Walker Lifetime Achievement Award, the top honor in the Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Awards presented by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. For nearly half a century, Sen. Alexander has been central to Tennessee’s modern conservation movement. His influence can be seen throughout Tennessee and across the nation in protected forests, revitalized national … [Read More...]
Law and Order Sept. 14
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 13: B Squad 26-008864 – 1300 BLK Adonna Lane - Aggravated Domestic Assault - A concerned neighbor reported observing a male and female outside arguing and pushing each other and blood on their front door. A woman was arrested for aggravated domestic assault after brandishing a kitchen knife at her boyfriend during the argument. The boyfriend was taken into custody for possession of burnt meth after it … [Read More...]
East Ridge Mourns the Loss of City Councilman Jacky Cagle
It is with profound sadness that the City of East Ridge announces the death of City Councilman Jacky Cagle, who passed away Sunday. Cagle dedicated nearly half a century to serving the people of East Ridge. He began his career with the City in 1976 and served in various roles as an employee until his retirement in 2010. His public service continued with his election to the East Ridge City Council, where he represented East Ridge from 2014 through his passing yesterday. “We are overwhelmed by … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Battle to Draw on the Road
RICHMOND, V.A. – The Chattanooga Red Wolves battled the Richmond Kickers to a 1-1 draw, Saturday on the road in USL League One play. The Red Wolves will return home this Wednesday for a rematch against Forward Madison FC. The Wolves were chomping at the bit to get the match going. Weather had pushed kickoff back an hour, and once the whistle sounded, they raced forward like a nail into the heart of Richmond. In just the second minute, Bentley received a pass and drove it to right outside the … [Read More...]
Law and Order Sept. 13
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 11: B Squad 26-008779 – 200 BLK Eads Street - Disorder with a Weapon - Following an altercation with a tenant's sister at building #3, a female suspect was reported to have fired one round at two apartment employees and a tenant before leaving the area in a green 2008 Nissan Altima. Four warrants for Aggravated Assault have been sought for her arrest. 26-008776-Exit One I75 Northbound-Suspicious … [Read More...]
East Ridge Optimist Club Honors Local First Responders at Annual 9/11 Luncheon
The East Ridge Optimist Club hosted its annual 9/11 Luncheon of Honor at East Ridge Fire Rescue, bringing together community members, first responders, city employees, and elected officials to remember those lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders who serve East Ridge today. Sergeant Stephen Rhudy was honored as the Police Officer of the Year, and Lt. Joshua Williams was honored as Firefighter of the Year. Rhudy and Williams were recognized for their individual contributions … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Sept. 15
The following individuals are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Sept. 15. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Davorius Appleberry - Aggravated Animal Cruelty, Abandoned Animal. Marcus Arnold - Child Abuse, Possession Firearm/Felony/PTR, Unlawful Possession Firearm, Possession Marijuana/Resale, Drug Paraphernalia. Troy Bodenhamer - Theft of Property/PTR. Brian Jordan - Possession Fentanyl, Possession Meth, False Imprisonment, Drug … [Read More...]
Red Bank Edges East Ridge in Region Play
Red Bank edged East Ridge, 28-21, Friday night at Raymond James Stadium/Shanks Field in a Region 3-4A prep football game. The loss was the first of the year for the Pioneers who are now 3-1 overall and 0-1 in region play. East Ridge will travel to Central next Friday and try to get back on its winning ways. East Ridge's senior Jeri Young ran for 78 yards on 22 carries and two touchdowns. All told, The Pioneers racked up 159 yards on the ground. Quarterback Camrin Hollis was 12-for-15 through the … [Read More...]
HCSO, TBI, Homeland Security Investigations Joint Investigation Unveils Local Business Was a Cover for a Prostitution Operation
On the late morning of September 9, a joint undercover investigation involving the HCSO Criminal Investigations Unit, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), and Homeland Security Investigations uncovered a woman soliciting prostitution at S-Lucky Spa, address 7794 East Brainerd Road, Suite 110. The business was found on a website known for advertising prostitution, and an investigation into the business confirmed the spa was being used as a cover for prostitution. An undercover operation … [Read More...]
CPD Makes Arrest in Tunnel Blvd Shooting
The Chattanooga Police Department has arrested a suspect in the shooting on Tunnel Boulevard that occurred on September 7. Devonta Shepherd (DOB: 11/03/94) was taken into custody and transported to the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center. He is charged with Attempted 1st Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault, Unlawful Possession (Felon), and Employing a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony. The information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues. … [Read More...]
Law and Order Sept. 11
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift September 10: A Squad 26-008734- 3700 BLK Northview Avenue- Domestic Disorder - The caller stated this morning after she came home from work, she and a man were engaged in a verbal argument. She claimed the man shoulder-checked her at which time she grabbed his shirt to pull him back. She described the man grabbing a broom as a weapon, to which she responded by obtaining a knife which she swung at the man. The … [Read More...]
Search Warrant Yields Big Bust
The East Ridge Police Department’s SRO division scored a major victory today in our mission for safe, drug free schools. Three people were taken into custody on narcotics and firearm charges following a search warrant service at their residence. The seizure included THC vape cartridges, marijuana, resale amounts of cocaine, Percocet, MDMA, three firearms (one confirmed stolen), several thousand dollars in currency, and drug sales paraphernalia. Officers from the Patrol and Criminal … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Sept. 4-9
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Sept. 4-9. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Friday, Sept. 4 CONYERS, GERALD BERNARD4522 SHAWHAN ROAD CHATTANOOGA, 37411Age at Arrest: 55 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DAVIDSON, JESSE AUSTIN1884 NEW HOME … [Read More...]
Hamilton County 911 Telecommunicators Recognized for Saving Lives
This photograph represents 9-1-1 supervisors, veteran telecommunicators, and even telecommunicator trainees who were recognized at Thursday's 9-1-1 Board of Directors meeting for lifesaving interventions that were provided over the telephone. “Every day, our Telecommunicators with Hamilton County 9-1-1 guide callers through high-quality CPR and other critical, lifesaving measures,” said Operations Director Barbara Loveless. “In some cases, we can confirm that their actions and instructions … [Read More...]