CFR hosts Incident Safety Officer Academy through the Fire Department Safety Officers Association
Clarksville, TN – According to the officials, the academy, designed to enhance safety protocols and professional qualifications, includes participants from Clarksville Fire Rescue, Montgomery County Fire Service, and Williamson County Fire Rescue. The program features 14 students who, upon completing the course, will test for…
Authorities investigate trailer theft from Bella’s Closet, seek public’s assistance
Clarksville, TN – Authorities are investigating the theft of a trailer belonging to Bella’s Closet, a non-profit organization supporting women in need in the Clarksville area. The trailer was last seen on Saturday, December 21, around 6:00 p.m., parked at 108 Kraft Street. When staff arrived…
Wolf River State Forest becomes Tennessee’s 16th state forest
Chattanooga, TN – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) has announced the establishment of Wolf River State Forest, spanning 5,477 acres in Fayette County. This property will officially become the state’s 16th state forest and is set to open to the public…
Tennessee announces maximum effective formula interest rate of 11.65 percent
Chattanooga, TN – Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced that the state’s maximum effective formula rate of interest is 11.65 percent per annum. This rate is calculated based on a ceiling of 4 percent above the weekly average prime loan rate of 7.65…
CPD urges residents to take extra precautions this holiday season to prevent theft
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is urging residents to take extra precautions during the holiday season to protect their valuables and prevent crimes of opportunity. With the increase in thefts this time of year, the department emphasizes the importance of following three simple…
Wilson County receives $20,000 grant through the Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grants program
Chattanooga, TN – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation awarded Wilson County a $20,000 grant through the Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grants (BRAG) program. The funds will be used in collaboration with the Greater Nashville Regional Council to identify priority sites for redevelopment. This grant, one…
CPD hosts training session on recognizing and responding to human trafficking
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recently partnered with the University of Tennessee’s Law Enforcement Innovation Center to host a specialized training session focused on human trafficking awareness and response. The training aimed to equip officers with skills to identify signs of human trafficking and…
Chattanooga Police Department Neighborhood Policing officers deliver 2,000 Christmas presents to East Lake Elementary students
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department Neighborhood Policing officers had the privilege of joining Calvary Chapel earlier this week to deliver over 2,000 Christmas presents to students at East Lake Elementary. It was a heartwarming event that allowed officers to share in the holiday excitement…
Chattanooga Fire Department said goodbye to a beloved leader, mentor, and friend during a funeral service at St. Jude’s Catholic Church
Chattanooga, TN – Firefighters from Chattanooga and many other agencies filled the church to honor Captain George Turley, who passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2024. “His infectious enthusiasm inspired us all, and I can’t think of anyone more dedicated than he was… His absence…
Chattanooga Police Department invites residents to join a ride-along with neighborhood policing officers
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is offering residents a chance to experience life on patrol by participating in a ride-along program with its Neighborhood Policing officers. This initiative provides an up-close view of law enforcement operations and the department’s efforts to ensure community safety….