Bridge replacement on SR-1 over Obed River underway, detours in place
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, construction activities for the replacement of the bridge on SR-1 over the Obed River are currently ongoing, necessitating a complete closure of the road at the bridge site until project completion. Motorists are advised to plan alternate…
The Tennessee Board of Parole has scheduled an upcoming series of events open to the public at the James Robertson Parkway, Davy Crockett Tower in downtown Nashville
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, on June 25-27, the Board will host executive clemency hearings and an administrative board meeting. The meetings will take place in the Chairman Richard Montgomery Board Room on the fourth floor, with the following schedule: – **Tuesday,…
The Tennessee Department of Education has released the statewide average results for the 3rd and 4th grade ELA portion of the spring 2024 Tennessee Comprehensive Academic Program assessment
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, third-grade scores remained steady, while fourth-grade scores showed significant improvement. This progress is attributed to Tennessee’s comprehensive, nation-leading literacy strategy for public schools. Governor Lee made the following statement: “Tennessee’s strategic education investments have led to substantial…
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security is providing free 15-inch cable locks designed to secure most shotguns, rifles, pistols and revolvers
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security is providing free 15-inch cable locks designed to secure most shotguns, rifles, pistols, and revolvers. These locks work by threading through the barrel or action of the firearm, preventing it from being fired. The cable features a rubber…
The City of Chattanooga seeks contractor bids for Walnut Street Bridge renovation
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga has announced that they are seeking contractor bids for the upcoming Walnut Street Bridge renovation project. The extensive renovation work is scheduled to commence in March 2025. This project aims to restore and enhance one of Chattanooga’s most…
Women’s Therapeutic Residential Center celebrates graduates, officials say
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Women’s Therapeutic Residential Center held graduation ceremonies for 23 incarcerated women who completed post-secondary education programs. Eight women earned computer information technology certificates from the Tennessee College of Applied Technology. Five women were awarded associate degrees in…
The Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will be closing the I-55 Mississippi River Bridge for two weeks to continue construction activities on the I-55 and Crump interchange
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, during the two-week closure, crews will hydro-demolition the bridge deck and provide a new polymer concrete overlay. The polymer-modified concrete has strict temperature restrictions. All work is weather-dependent. The upcoming closure is the first of two allowed…
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee Army National Guard flight crews, stationed at Joint Base McGhee-Tyson, undertook two critical air evacuation missions to aid hikers facing medical emergencies
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the alert came in around 2 p.m. Friday afternoon, when both the Tennessee National Guard and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency were informed about a distressed hiker in urgent need of medical attention. The hiker was located in…
Drivers traveling on SR 153 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have an impact on traffic
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Tennessee Valley Authority contract crews are set to commence weekend closures of the SR 153 bridge over the Chickamauga Dam for resurfacing activities. Notably, only one direction of SR 153 will be closed at a time. This…
Volunteer Tennessee Commissioner Brown recently honored two individuals with Champions of Service Awards for Outstanding Service in Meigs County
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, these awards celebrate individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to community service and volunteerism through their extensive commitment to serving others or achieving remarkable outcomes in their community service endeavors. Heath and Janna Cable have dedicated countless hours to…