TDOE announced that more than $2.6 million in Perkins Reserve Grant funds have been awarded to 55 school districts for the 2024-25 school year
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, these grants are aimed at supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) initiatives across the state. The PRG grant awards are designed to facilitate the implementation of programs of study that align with emerging technologies in regionally identified…
TWRA highlights dangers of boating under the influence during Operation Dry Water
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, TWRA is actively participating in Operation Dry Water, a nationwide campaign focused on preventing boating under the influence. This initiative, which runs year-round, ramps up its enforcement and awareness efforts annually around the July 4th holiday. With…
CPD emphasizes the importance of documenting the serial numbers and capturing detailed photographs of high-value possessions, such as firearms and electronics
Chattanooga, TN – According to the Chattanooga Police Department it’s essential to always document the serial numbers and capture detailed photographs of your high-value possessions, such as firearms and electronics. This proactive measure is vital for facilitating the recovery process if these items are ever…
Two Chattanooga firefighters awarded medals for their heroic actions during a recent fire that resulted in two lives being saved
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, Senior Firefighter Mansfield and Firefighter McCullough from Quint 14 Blue Shift, along with Firefighter Ortiz from Engine 9 Blue Shift, have been honored with medals for their heroic actions during a recent fire that resulted in two lives…
Chattanooga Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit is requesting assistance with locating a missing person
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement the Department’s Missing Persons Unit is requesting assistance in locating 41-year-old Valerie, who was last seen on June 28, 2024. Smiley left her home in Chattanooga driving a red 2004 Ford Expedition with Tennessee license plate 079 BFQD….
Woman and her elderly mother were shot to death by her spouse just one week after she filed for divorce against the man
Phoenix, AZ – According to the police officials, the 60-year-old husband, later identified as Robbert, was taken into custody and later charged with premeditated first-degree murder, aggravated assault and other charges after he reportedly killed his 53-year-old wife, Marcla, and her mom, later identified as…
Woman invites man on a date only for her accomplice to sneak out of the trunk and start choking and stabbing him; sentenced
Huntsville, AL – According to the court documents, the 27-year-old woman, later identified as ShaiIyn, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after she pleaded guilty to attempted murder. Her accompIice, later identified as 21-year-old Robert, pleaded guilty to the same charge earlier this month…
The Tennessee DOHR has unveiled its new mission, vision, and values aimed at enhancing efforts to attract, grow, and retain top talent for the state government
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the following MissionVisionValue statements were crafted to direct the department’s efforts in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent for Tennessee State Government: Mission: Guiding “people solutions” to attract, grow, and keep top talent. Vision: For Tennessee State…
Donate Life Tennessee, Tennessee Donor Services, and Mid-South Transplant have launched the Honoring Local Heroes collaboration with the Tennessee DSHS
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this initiative began with the installation of plaques recognizing local organ and tissue donors and recipients at the Franklin Driver Services Center. Over the coming months, tribute plaques will be installed at Driver Services Centers across Tennessee….
CPD mourns alongside Winder family following passing of retired Lieutenant
Cleveland, TN – The Cleveland Police Department is in mourning alongside the Winder family following the passing of Retired CPD Lieutenant Tim Winder. Winder, who dedicated 36 years to the CPD before retiring in 2018, was a beloved member of the force and community. Arrangements…