The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development is extending a warm invitation to cyclists to explore the beauty of Tennessee through 52 newly crafted road cycling routes that meander through the state’s breathtaking landscapes
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this fresh initiative, named Bike Tennessee, has been officially launched today at BikeTN.com, offering cyclists the opportunity to discover these routes via the Ride with GPS app. Tennessee has proudly earned the title of Ambassador for the…
SUV crashes into Cleveland home, prompting rapid response from the fire department
Cleveland, TN – A normal day turned into a heart-pounding ordeal for one family in Cleveland when an SUV veered off the roadway, careened through their yard, and lodged itself into the back of their home. Amidst the chaos, the Cleveland Fire Department sprang into action,…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has reported one boating-related fatality over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday weekend
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the fatality took place on Watts Barr Reservoir, where a 19-year-old male jumped from a boat and failed to resurface. Authorities were alerted shortly after 9 p.m., and his body was recovered from 24 feet of water just…
Major Montgomery of Chattanooga Police Department completes Police Leadership Academy, police officials say
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is proud to announce the remarkable achievement of Major Montgomery, who recently graduated from the prestigious Police Leadership Academy. Major Montgomery dedicated five months to rigorous training, honing essential skills in decision-making, conflict resolution, and community engagement. The Police…
Recent approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services marks a significant milestone for Tennessee’s Medicaid program, TennCare III, signaling a commitment to bolstering healthcare access and support for its members
Chattanooga, TN – This amendment, a pivotal component of Governor Lee’s Strong Families Initiative, originally endorsed by the General Assembly in 2023, underscores Tennessee’s dedication to strengthening familial support systems across the state. Commencing on June 1, 2024, the approved amendment extends eligibility criteria, allowing…
Crews responded to structure fire at Building 6 of the Elements of Chattanooga apartments on Standifer Gap Rd
Chattanooga, TN – Friday afternoon, an apartment fire at Building 6 of the Elements of Chattanooga apartments on Standifer Gap Rd is suspected to have been triggered by lightning. Swift response teams swiftly tackled a small fire within the walls, diligently checking for any potential…
4 inmates participating in Lipscomb University’s Lipscomb Initiative for Education program at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution were conferred Associate of Arts degrees during a poignant graduation ceremony
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, this milestone reportedly marks the inaugural occasion where college degrees have been bestowed upon students within Riverbend through Lipscomb’s LIFE program. The ceremony embodied the essence of a traditional commencement, with faculty and students adorned in regalia, processing…
The Police Academy Class of 2024-1 recently had the opportunity to visit CPD’s Bomb Squad, where they received firsthand education on explosives safety and gained insight into the responsibilities of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the Police Academy Class of 2024-1 recently had the opportunity to visit CPD’s Bomb Squad, where they received firsthand education on explosives safety and gained insight into the responsibilities of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist. It was an…
Chattanooga Fire Department, alongside other emergency agencies, responded to a tragic incident on the Tennessee River Saturday night
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department officials released a statement saying that at 7:42 PM on May 18, 2024, crews received a distress call to 4063 Amnicola Highway regarding an emergency on the water. Reports indicated that two adult males had fallen into the river…
The Tennessee Military Department, in collaboration with various state and local agencies, is conducting an emergency response exercise titled “Tennessee Maneuvers 2024” across several counties in Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the exercise will be carried out in Bradley, Coffee, Davidson, Gibson, Hamilton, Hawkins, Knox, Loudon, Madison, Maury, McMinn, Rhea, Rutherford, Sullivan, and Wilson counties. Multiple police and fire departments, including those of Chattanooga, Knox County, and the…