USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service announced a cooperative agreement with Tennessee under the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, through this agreement, USDA and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture are offering over $5.5 million in competitive grant funding for projects aimed at building resilience across the food supply chain. TDA is accepting applications for this program…
CPD participated in the Red Sands event at the Aloft Hotel to raise awareness of human trafficking
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Chattanooga Police Department officers participated in the Red Sands event at the Aloft Hotel to raise awareness of human trafficking. The red sand poured at the event symbolized a commitment to ensuring that victims of human trafficking do…
CFD firefighters honored with life saving medals for rescuing burn victim in apartment fire
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, firefighter Bruseo and Firefighter Coffee, both from Station 1 Blue Shift, received Life Saving Medals for their heroic actions on July 12, 2024. The firefighters responded to an automatic alarm at 500 W Martin Luther Blvd (Jaycee Towers)…
CPD participated in an armed intruder exercise on the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus in coordination with the UTC Police Department
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, this drill brought together emergency responders and volunteers from various agencies, including the Chattanooga Police Department, Chattanooga Fire Department, Hamilton County EMS, Hamilton County 911, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, and other local emergency services. The focus…
Applications are now open for the 2024 Fall Community Police Academy, officials say
Chattanooga, TN – According to the CPD officials, the academy will commence on September 5th and run through October 31st, taking place every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Police Services Center on 3410 Amnicola Highway. This FREE academy offers residents a…
TDOT has awarded a construction contract to Dement Construction Company for nearly 2 miles of infrastructure improvements along Lamar Avenue
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the $149.8 million project stretches from south of Shelby Drive to the Raines/Perkins interchange. Starting Monday, August 5, work on Lamar Avenue will commence with nightly lane closures from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Lane closures will…
The Chattanooga Police Department had the honor of participating in a cherished tradition at Chattanooga Prep and Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, more than 300 enthusiastic community members gathered early to celebrate the start of the new school year. They lined the school greenspace, ready to cheer on the students as they walked from the gym to their classrooms…
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus hosted an interpreted response to an active shooter response drill attended by the Chattanooga Fire Department
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, the drill included participation from the Chattanooga Police Department, Hamilton County EMS, Hamilton County 911, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, UTC Police, and other nearby emergency agencies. This comprehensive exercise brought together emergency responders and volunteers to enhance…