Gallery: See one? Squash it. Invasive spotted lanternfly has reached Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — If you spot one of these bugs this summer, the state of Tennessee a simple message:. The spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that can damage trees, grapevines and other plants, has already been found in Hamilton County. Hamilton County recorded a confirmed spotted lanternfly detection...
Weather Alert for the weekend due to potential of more scattered storms and flooding
Weather Alert Update for the Weekend (7/10) A Flood Watch remains in effect through Sunday Evening. With the ground now more saturated from Friday's rainfall, repeated rounds of showers and storms could result in some localized flooding through the weekend. An additional 1"-2" of rain is possible but with locally highe
Meet 26 new firefighters who just dedicated their lives to keeping Chattanooga safe
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Twenty-six new firefighters are officially on the job and ready to answer Chattanooga's next emergency call. The Chattanooga Fire Department celebrated the graduation of its newest recruit class Thursday night after the cadets completed a demanding six-month fire academy. The graduates will now beg
McLemore Resort Faces State Penalty, Construction Freeze Following Wastewater Violations
The McLemore Resort in Rising Fawn is facing a proposed state penalty and a halt on new construction after two raw sewage spills and more than 100 wastewater permit violations, according to a report by WRCB News Channel 3 Chattanooga. Records obtained by WRCB from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division...
Tennessee orthopedic practice relocating surgeries to Parkridge Health System
The Chattanooga, Tenn.-based Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is transitioning some of its procedures to a new health system, according to a July 9 report from ABC affiliate News Channel 9. Currently, the practice completes the majority of its surgeries at CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital, but the hospital is d
Second arrest made in Chattanooga apartment shooting that injured bystander
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A second man has been arrested and charged in connection to a drive-by shooting at an apartment complex in Chattanooga that injured a bystander. An affidavit says Solomon Crutcher and Ka'yun Green fired at each other outside an apartment complex back in April, and one of the rounds struck a bystand
Ribbon cutting opens new paved path at Stringer’s Ridge Park in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A newly paved quarter-mile stretch at Stringer’s Ridge Preserve is now open, marking the first phase of a multi-year effort to improve safety and access at one of Chattanooga’s most popular outdoor destinations. The City of Chattanooga Department of Parks and Outdoors held a...
Center for Sports Medicine enters transition, shifting surgeries away from CommonSpirit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Patients who receive care through the Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopedics are being told changes are coming to where some surgeries will be performed, as CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital continues working through a separate issue affecting its outpatient imaging services. Patients received a n
Walker County Commissioners to Consider Temporary Data Center Moratorium at Tonight’s Meeting
Walker County commissioners are expected to take up one of the county’s most closely watched issues during tonight’s Board of Commissioners meeting as they consider a temporary moratorium on data centers. According to the meeting agenda, commissioners will discuss Resolution R-053-26, which would establish a temporary
These 10 Massive Tennessee Secondhand Shops Are Every Bargain Hunter’s Dream
Tennessee thrift stores offer more than just great deals—they’re treasure hunts waiting to happen. Whether you’re hunting for vintage fashion, furniture to flip, or everyday essentials at rock-bottom prices, the Volunteer State has some seriously impressive secondhand shops. From Chattanooga to Nashville and everywhere
