Dade County Storm Shelters Open Tonight
Dade County EMA Opens Community Storm Shelter Ahead of Severe Weather. The Dade County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has opened the community storm shelter this afternoon as severe weather is expected to move through the area later tonight. EMA officials say the shelter are open and will remain available to...
Residents press Hamilton County leaders on downtown AI data center, Jailhouse Studios plan
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Residents shared concerns with Hamilton County commissioners Wednesday about plans for a music production space and AI data center downtown. Some say they are wary of the impacts that a data center could have on the community. Commissioners are considering a resolution that would authorize...
Feeling Hungry In Historic St. Elmo? There Are Still Plenty Of Food Options
I was sad to hear about the immediate closing of the 1885 Grill in St. Elmo. It was on my list of places to dine, and I just never made it there. Fortunately, the folks at 1885 Grill announced they purchased a building in nearby Chickamauga and will open an 1885 Grill there this spring.
Jasper has New Police Chief, Lieutenant and Six Officers
The Town of Jasper swore in new police officers this week and two officers now have new positions within the department. Pictures provided can be seen below:. Chief of Police, Tyrone Green (New Position) Lieutenant, Brian Davis (New Position) Patrolman, Frank Morris. Patrolman, Nathan Smith. Patrolman, Donovan...
Lace Up And Head Outdoors: Tennessee State Parks Ready For Spring Hikes
Tennessee State Parks will host Spring Hikes on Saturday, March 21, the second of the parks’ series of Signature Hikes throughout the year. The Spring Hikes are guided by park staff who can point to natural, cultural, and historical features of the parks. Harrison Bay State Park. This annual...
Cleveland residents report suspected illegal burning: TDEC says it can’t access site
CLEVELAND, Tenn. — There are new safety concerns from some Cleveland residents centering around a property with a history of complaints and 911 calls regarding possible illegal burning. Documents we obtained from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) show several attempts to contact the...
ORNL working with utility on microgrid to offset outage risks
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is working with an East Tennessee utility to keep the lights on as data centers and new residents increase the demand for power throughout the United States. The need for more power led the lab and the Electric Power Board in Chattanooga to a newer solution: smaller electrical grids....
NOVONIX weighs dropping Enterprise South plan for expansion at ‘The Bend’
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — NOVONIX is considering expanding next to its riverfront plant rather than building at Enterprise South. Last year, Chattanooga City Council approved a PILOT program that would allow NOVONIX to expand on more than 180 acres in the Enterprise South Industrial Park. Now, the company has secured...
City of Collegedale appoints Curtis L. Bowe, III as City Judge
COLLEGEDALE — Judge Curtis L. Bowe, III has been appointed to serve as the City of Collegedale’s judge. Bowe has more than 30 years of legal and judicial experience to the position. He fills the seat vacated after the passing of Judge Kevin Wilson in January 2026. “Together,...
Erlanger Park nears completion as opening day approaches, surrounding development lags
From Local 3 News: Opening day at Erlanger Park is just weeks away, and while the stadium itself is nearing completion, development around the new ballpark is still in its early stages. Hamilton County commissioners toured the stadium Tuesday to see the progress ahead of the Chattanooga Lookouts’ scheduled opening...
