UPDATE: As of 6 p.m., westbound Ringgold Road is open eastbound lanes are still closed as officers are conducting their crash investigation. The large propane tank has been emptied by a contractor and … [Read More...]
Recent News Articles
Law and Order April 8
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 4 25-003526 – 6700 BLK Ringgold Road - Back up Fire/Trespass - Police were informed of a possible fire under … [Read More...]
Master Your Garden Expo at Camp Jordan
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County, in association with the University of Tennessee Extension, present their annual “Master Your Garden” Expo on Saturday, April 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Open Season at CHI Memorial Stadium this Saturday
The Chattanooga Red Wolves will kick off its eighth year in USL League One play with its home opener against South Georgia Tormenta FC this Saturday, April 5 at CHI Memorial Stadium. Game time is … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket April 1
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, April 1. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Walter Allison - Criminal … [Read More...]
James Peels, Local Business Man, Passes
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we share the passing of beloved husband, father, granddad and faithful servant of Jesus, James Floyd Peels, 68, of East Ridge, Tennessee. James went … [Read More...]
Most Recent Posts
Law and Order April 10
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 9 25-003730 – 4200 BLK Belvoir Drive – Domestic Assault - A man showed up to the police station with bruising on both of his eyes and requested an officer’s guidance, alleging his wife possibly elbowed him during an argument in which both parties were heavily intoxicated. He said the other black eye was from a fall. He advised he would return with his wife later in the day for a report, and the matter was … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests April 6-9
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 6-9 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. Sunday, April 6 ARMOUR, PERRY TRENELL5533 JEWEL ROAD CHATTANOOGA, 37404Age at Arrest: 46 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE BRYANT, CAMARIUS JAQUON1000 … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 9
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 8 25-003671- 6600 BLK Ringgold Rd– Wellness Check - Police were dispatched to this location to conduct a welfare check on a party at the request of a relative who expressed concern regarding her mental well-being. Upon contact, she engaged with officers and appeared visibly stressed, speaking in a disorganized manner. She declined medical evaluation, stated she was not experiencing suicidal thoughts, and … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Battle to a Draw in Its Home-Opener
The Red Wolves were looking to carry momentum from its big win over CFC earlier in the week to its home-opener against South Georgia Tormenta FC on Saturday. However, it didn't quite work out as anticipated. The Red Wolves battled back from behind and tied Tormenta, 2-2, at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL League One play. Mason Tumbridge and Omar Hernandez traded goals from the penalty spot before substitutes Sebastian Vivas and Matthew Bentley scored to see the match finish in a deadlock. … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 31-April 5
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 31-April 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. Monday, March 31 MCCULLOUGH, DEMAURIS PERRY6306 WALDAN AVE CHATTANOOGA, 37407Age at Arrest: 19 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: POSSESSING A FIREARM WITH INTENT TO GO … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket April 8
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, April 8. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Luke Ball - Criminal Impersonation. Brandon Blount - Child Neglect (5), Child Endangerment (5). Kayla Bynum - Possession Fentanyl, Drug Paraphernalia. Jeffery Callahan - Revoked DL/Capias, Insurance. Mandi Hutsell - Simple Possession Meth/Capias, Drug Paraphernalia/Capias. Timothy Jones - Revoked DL/Capias, Traffic Control, … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 4
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 3 25-003490 – 1300 BLK Boyd Street – Disorder - The caller reported she was at her residence when the landlord entered the property without providing the required 24-hour notice. The party removed a table he had previously given to the tenants after they declined to pay him $50 for it. The tenants were advised to contact the police if he attempted to enter the property again without proper notice. While on … [Read More...]
Catholic Continues Winning Ways in Middle School Baseball
Catholic Baseball scored 10 runs in the first inning and never looked back in a 17-0 win over Brown Middle School Thursday afternoon. Holder Donnelly went 3-for-4 in the win improving Catholic to eight wins versus six losses on the year. Catholic will attempt to extend its win streak on Saturday as they visit Whitwell. First pitch is slated for 11 a.m. In Catholic's 10-run first, Nathan Wesson had a two-RBI triple and a two-run double, Ethan Land knocked in two runners, and Myles Pruitt singled … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 3
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 2 25-003462 – 5800 BLK Ringgold Road- Traffic Crash with Injuries - The East Ridge Police and Fire Departments responded to a traffic crash with injury and entrapment at 5816 Ringgold Road at approximately 1320 HRS on April 2, 2025. Officers and firefighters immediately began working to treat the severe injuries sustained by a U-Haul employee, later identified as Jason Bishop, 42. The driver of the crashed … [Read More...]
Pruitt’s Bat Leads Catholic over Soddy-Daisy in Middle School Baseball
With the help of a grand slam, Myles Pruitt drove in six runs, as Catholic Baseball edged Soddy-Daisy, 8-7, Wednesday in middle school baseball. The slam to left field came in the second inning. The big knock didn't knock the air out of Soddy-Daisy, as the Twins roared back, tying the game in the bottom of the third inning. Soddy-Daisy took a 6-4 lead in the fifth helped by a Catholic error. Catholic jumped into the lead in the top of the sixth when Holder Donnelly drew a walk, scoring a run; an … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Prevail over Crosstown Club CFC
The Red Wolves edged Chattanooga Football Club, 5-4, Wednesday evening at Finley Stadium in the second round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Regulation ended in a 1-1 tie, which stood after a scoreless extra 30 minutes. Penalty kicks came next, with Owen Green making the winning PK on the final attempt. Finley was jammed with 12,131 fans, watching the first showdown between the two teams. Fans warmed up for the match by tailgating, some arriving six hours before the scheduled start time. The … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 2
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 1 25-003424 – 5500 BLK Ringgold Road – Theft - The manager of the business reported his company did business with two other companies and believed the companies scammed him of $9,200. Warrants for Theft by Fraud will be sought pending identification of the suspect(s) and proof of the crime. 25-003421 – 6000 BLK Ringgold Road - Warrant Service - An anonymous tip led police to the hotel, where a suspect with … [Read More...]
Catholic Edges Grace in Middle School Baseball
Sib Evans' RBI single in the sixth inning proved the difference, as Catholic Baseball edged Grace Academy, 3-2, in an Independent School Conference game on Tuesday. The win moved Catholic to 6-6 on the season and a perfect 5-0 in conference play. Catholic will travel to Soddy-Daisy today in a non-conference game. First pitch is scheduled for 6 p.m. Grace took a 1-0 lead in the top of the first with a Lucas Candelaria home run to right. However, Catholic replied with two runs in the bottom of the … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 1
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 28 25-003255- Ringgold Rd at Burns Ave – Indecent Exposure - Officers responded to reports of a partially clothed female yelling and located the woman on Ringgold Road. During the encounter, tinfoil containing 0.9 grams of suspected fentanyl was found on her. Due to signs of severe excited delirium, she was transported for evaluation and is being treated. Warrants were issued for possession of fentanyl and … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 27-30
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 27-30. 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. Thursday, March 27 BALL, LUKEHOMELESS FORSYTH, 31029Age at Arrest: 38 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: CRIMINAL IMPERSONATION SMITH, KAIDEN HAVIK104 S STOVALL ST FORT OGLETHORPE, … [Read More...]