Chattanooga firefighters practice drafting operations at local river
Chattanooga, TN – Engine 16 from the Chattanooga Fire Department conducted drafting operations Friday afternoon at a river, preparing for situations where fire hydrants are unavailable. Drafting allows firefighters to use static water sources, such as lakes or ponds, to supply units with water during…
Chattanooga and Cleveland firefighters complete intensive 80-hour Hazmat Technician training
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department thanked instructors and participants for their efforts in completing an 80-hour Hazmat Technician course. Firefighters from Chattanooga and Cleveland took part in the two-week training, learning about the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials and how to…
Chattanooga Public Works implements area-based brush and bulk trash collection to address delays
Chattanooga, TN – Starting Monday, November 3, 2025, the City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works will begin an area-based recovery plan to address delays in brush collection caused by peak seasonal demand, recent software transitions, and staffing shortages. Since January, crews have collected over…
Chattanooga officers help team Blue win Guns and Hoses while supporting local children
Chattanooga, TN – Four officers from the Chattanooga Police Department participated in the 16th annual Guns and Hoses event, benefiting the Forgotten Child Fund and YMCA YCAP Chattanooga. While all four officers won their bouts and helped team Blue secure the trophy once again, the…
Chattanooga police participate in Avondale Community Center trunk-or-treat
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department joined the Avondale Community Center’s trunk-or-treat event, spending time with children dressed as Spiderman, dinosaurs, princesses, and more. Officers engaged with families and community members while participating in the Halloween festivities, which included candy and other activities for…
Chattanooga launches pilot programs for curbside composting and glass recycling
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga will introduce two new pilot programs aimed at reducing landfill waste and promoting responsible recycling, running now through June 30, 2026. In partnership with NewTerra Composting and Overlooked Materials, select residents will have access to curbside food waste…
Chattanooga firefighter honored with Semper Paratus Award
Chattanooga, TN – Firefighter Thomas Clark of Ladder 5 Blue Shift was recognized for his exemplary service by the Rotary Club of Chattanooga Hamilton Place during a ceremony honoring area first responders. Fire Chief Terry Knowles nominated and introduced Clark, who received the “Semper Paratus”…
Chattanooga to hold retirement ceremony for longtime community center manager
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga Department of Community Development invited the public and Lookout Valley community to celebrate the career of Jimmy C. Long, longtime Manager of the John A. Patten Community Center, at his Retirement Ceremony and Open Hours Reception on Thursday,…
Chattanooga Police introduce BARK9 as part of community outreach
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department introduced BARK9, a friendly bulldog serving with the Police Activities League. The name BARK9 stands for Brave, Active, Reliable, and Knowledgeable, reflecting the qualities the department values. BARK9’s mission is to create memorable interactions, build trust, entertain, and…
Chattanooga prepares for 16th annual Guns & Hoses charity event
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department announced that the 16th annual Guns & Hoses event is scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2025. The event features a friendly boxing match between local police and fire chiefs, with Chief Chambers and Chief Knowles recently holding a…