The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service has awarded a $1 million grant to TDA to improve reach and resiliency of The Emergency Food Assistance Program in the state
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, The Emergency Food Assistance Program is a federal program that supplements the diets of low-income Americans by providing them with emergency food at no cost. With the benefit of this grant, the Chattanooga Area Food Bank and…
Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a commercial fire at a local foundry that makes brake drums
Chattanooga, TN – According to the Chattanooga Fire Department, this unfortunate incident occurred right after 1 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. It happened at 2660 Sidney Street. Chattanooga Fire Department crews responded to a report of a commercial fire. The responding crews discovered that the bag house was on…
Unvaccinated father, who spent 47 days on ECMO and was given 6% chance of surviving after contracting COVID-19, says he is still sore as his muscles regenerate, and has nerve damage in his hands and feet
Before their illness, the 34-year-old man and his wife declined the COVID-19 vaccine. His wife reportedly said that she and her husband wanted more information before deciding to be vaccinated. The 34-year-old father reportedly spent 47 days on ECMO, under sedation, and was given 6% chance of…
2 arrested in connection with several vehicle burglaries, police say
Clarksville, TN – According to the Clarksville Police Department, both suspects were arrested and taken into custody on Thursday. Police officials said that both suspects, later identified as 22-year-old Kiyon Vaughn and 21-year-old Javon Richardson, are soldiers currently stationed at Ft. Campbell but are in the…
19-year-old suspect arrested, charged with burglary of a motor vehicle, evading arrest
Cleveland, TN – According to the Cleveland Police Department, the 19-year-old suspect was arrested and taken into custody on June 2. His name is Jaylen Tipton and he is now charged with Burglary of a Motor Vehicle, Fabricating/Tampering with Evidence, Evading Arrest and Simple Possession….
The Tennessee General Assembly has waived state registration fees for Class A and Class B motor vehicles, for renewals after July 1, 2022 and before June 30, 2023
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Class A includes motorcycles and autocycles and Class B includes passenger motor vehicles and motor homes. Officials said that the state portion of the fee that is waived under this law is $16.75 for Class A and $23.75…
Black family says their neighbor repeatedly used the N-word while kicking on their door and threatening to burn down their home ‘because he was upset over a photo posted on social media’
Black family says their neighbor repeatedly used the N-word while kicking on their door and threatening to burn down their home. The victim said his neighbor appeared at his front door while he slept and as his terrified children were inside, recording with a cell…
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission have set the state’s hunting and trapping seasons for 2022-23
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Commission established the regulations at its June 2-3 meeting held at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s Region II Ray Bell Building. Officials said that the complete hunting seasons dates and regulations will be available on their…
Fire crews responded to apartment fire Sunday morning on Campbell Street
Chattanooga, TN – According to the Chattanooga Fire Department, this unfortunate incident occurred around 11:37 a.m. Sunday morning. It happened in the 3400 block of Campbell Street. Chattanooga Fire Department crews responded to a report of an apartment fire. The responding crews discovered that there were…
Gov. Lee will sign an executive order directing accountability measures for school safety and an evaluation of training for Tennessee law enforcement
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, this order will establish additional resources to support parents, teachers and law enforcement in improving school security practices. State officials said that Governor Lee will sign Executive Order 97 to enhance school safety across Tennessee and promote engagement…