Following a nationwide recruitment process, the City of East Ridge has selected Brian Koral as its next City Manager. The East Ridge City Council unanimously approved his appointment at the regularly … [Read More...]
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Law and Order April 15
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 14: A Squad 26-003363 – 3700 BLK Fountain Avenue - Theft from Vehicle - A tenant reported that an unknown … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 14
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 13: A Squad 26-003326 – 700 BLK Germantown Circle Apartment- Property - A man reported his firearm missing … [Read More...]
Officer Injured in Tuesday Morning Crash
An East Ridge Police officer was involved in a serious crash early Tuesday morning on Ringgold Road. According to police, an erratic driver in a Ford Explorer was spotted driving south on McBrien Road … [Read More...]
Dean Continues to Innovate at Criminal Court Clerk’s Office
Criminal Court Clerk, Vince Dean, is excited to announce two more innovative ways that technology is being used in the Criminal Court Clerk’s Office. Technology is now being used for those who have … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 13
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 8: C Squad 26-003183 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Warrant Service - A man was served warrants while in custody at … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Drop Home Opener
The Chattanooga Red Wolves lost their home opener to Fort Wayne FC 1-0, Saturday night at CHI Memorial Stadium. The Red Wolves’ next home match is April 25 against Corpus Christi FC. This will be the first round in the Prinx Tires USL Cup. It was 45 seconds in when the first blow was struck: a well-aimed roll that snuck past a diving Jason Smith. That lead remained in place for more than 25 minutes afterward, and then Coach Mackenzie called for a huddle. Aggression had to be kicked up. Shots … [Read More...]
HCSO Announces the Death of Deputy Landon Faulkner
Sheriff Austin Garrett, Chief Deputy Spencer Daniels, and the men and women of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office are greatly saddened to announce the death of Deputy Landon Faulkner. Deputy Faulkner was involved in a serious collision on Highway 111, where he collided with a disabled vehicle in a travel lane on Wednesday evening, and later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. Faulkner began working for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office in 2022, after serving as both a deputy and … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests April 6-11
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 6-11. 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. Monday, April 6 LOPEZ BELTRAN, ABISAI ABDIEL60 N CENTER STREET ROSSVILLE, 30741Age at Arrest: 21 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: RECKLESS ENDANGERMENTRECKLESS … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket April 14
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, April 14. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Amy Barbee - Assault (4), Disorderly, Assault on Police. Lonnie Boyd - Possession Fentanyl with Intent, Possession Marijuana with Intent. Terry Fleming - Unlawful Possession Firearm. Justin Lane - Aggravated Assault/Domestic/Capias. Brandon Quarles - Possession Meth/Resale, Drug Paraphernalia. Tyler Todd aka/James - Theft over … [Read More...]
Note from the Editor
Tucker McClendon wrote an opinion piece yesterday for East Ridge News Online regarding the rezoning of residential property to commercial. He is concerned that city officials are not as concerned about the 21,000 residents in East Ridge as about commercial interest. I want to remind every readers of ERNO and every resident in East Ridge that when I first began publishing East Ridge News Online in 2012 that the "Opinion" section was devised to allow readers and residents to express their own … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 8
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 7: B Squad 26-003146-300 BLK Dunlap Avenue-Harassment - The caller reported to police that her former friend had posted photos of her without her consent to an illicit website; charges will be sought for unlawful photography. 26-003150 – 700 BLK Pyron Lanen- Watch List - A resident requested extra patrol in the area of his residence due to suspicious activity observed on his security camera. The footage … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 7
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 2: B Squad 26-002954-600 BLK Camp Jordan Parkway- Arrest - ERPD assisted THP on a traffic stop and took a woman into custody on an outstanding East Ridge Capias. 26-002955- 1500 BLK John Ross Road- Theft - Parties requested a police report for fishing gear that was stolen from their carport. Police provided the parties with the case number for their records to present to their insurance company. No suspect … [Read More...]
‘Master Your Garden” Expo Set for Camp Jordan Park
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County, in association with the University of Tennessee Extension, present their annual “Master Your Garden” Expo on Saturday, April 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday, April 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Camp Jordan Arena. Admission is $10 and is good for both days. Children 12 and under are free. Free parking is available. Proceeds from the Expo benefit MGHC’s scholarships and community garden programs. For more information, go to: … [Read More...]
HCSO Arrests Man for Exchanging Vapes for Child Sexual Abuse Material
On April 2, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office detectives executed a search warrant at a Tyner area residence for a man suspected of providing a juvenile with vape devices in exchange for child sexual abuse material. Detectives seized images, and the suspect, George Graves, was arrested and charged with nine counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. This information is preliminary and subject to change. … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests April 1-5
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 1-5. 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. Wednesday, April 1 PUTMAN, DARRYL LAMONT751 RUNYAN DRIVE CHATTANOOGA, 37405Age at Arrest: 28 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: VIOLATION OF COURT ORDER (TPO) Thursday, April … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket April 7
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, April 7. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Haley Cleek - Possession Fentanyl, Drug Paraphernalia. Dominique Dave - Criminal Conspiracy, Aggravated Child Endangerment (4), Possession Mushrooms, Possession Marijuana. Jaylin Dave - Possession Firearm during Felony, Criminal Conspiracy, Aggravated Child Endangerment (4), Possession Mushrooms, Possession Marijuana. Albert Gilbert - … [Read More...]
East Ridge Offices Closed in Observance of Good Friday
The City of East Ridge offices and Library will be closed Friday, April 3, in observance of Good Friday. All properties scheduled for Friday garbage pick-up or recycle service will be collected on Monday, April 6th. To ensure prompt service, please make sure to place your trash carts at the curb the night before your scheduled pickup date. For more information about the City of East Ridge, upcoming closures, or schedule adjustments please visit our website at www.eastridgetn.gov . … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 2
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 1: B Squad 26-002920- 3200 BLK Castle Avenue- Shots Fired - Police responded to this area and spoke with multiple residents regarding a shot fired complaint. All parties spoken with stated they either did not hear anything or what they heard sounded like the backfiring of a vehicle possibly from the interstate. 26-002926- 3200 BLK Old Ringgold Road- Property - Police responded to the dealership after staff … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 27-31
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 27-31. 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, March 27 One arrests; no charges given Saturday, March 28 GILBERT, ALBERT1803 NORTH CONCORD CHATTANOOGA, 37421Age at Arrest: 37 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 1
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 31: A Squad 26-0029890 – 3500 BLK Ringgold Road - Disorder - Police responded after a disagreement over services between a customer and an employee. Police were able to de-escalate the situation, and all parties parted ways without further incident. The customer planned to return to the store the following business to have services completed. 26-002880 – 6000 BLK Welworth Avenue - Follow Up/Arrest - … [Read More...]