Posts with the category “local-news”

From Local 3 News: A home in Harrison was destroyed by a house fire Thursday night, the Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management reports.When crews arrived around 6:51pm, they found a home in the 9100 block of Yvonne Lane fully engulfed and collapsing, with flames spreading into nearby woods. The property owner confirmed the house was vacant.Firefighters contained the blaze despite difficult...  Read More

From News Channel 9: Bradley County is receiving over $43,000 in state funding to support educational and outreach efforts.State Rep. Kevin Raper, R-Cleveland, made the announcement Thursday.The Museum and Cultural Center at 5ive Points will receive three grants totaling $34,820 and Lee University will receive two grants totaling $9,010.“These grants are an investment in the people and culture of ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: An employee at Murfreesboro's Middle Tennessee State University has been fired for comments made after the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.Kirk was killed Wednesday by an unidentified gunman, who shot Kirk during an event on the Utah Valley University campus in Orem, UT.NBC Nashville affiliate WSMV identified the fired employee as Laura Sosh-Lightsy, the now-former A...  Read More

From Local 3 News: JROTC cadets at Cleveland High School honored the brave 9/11 first responders Thursday, step by step. They walked 2,200 steps; the same number it would've taken to reach the top of the 110-story World Trade Center.As the cadets completed 11 laps up and down the stadium bleachers, they reflected on a dark day in the nation's history 24 years ago, before they were even born.“None ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A man was sentenced Wednesday to two years in federal prison for repeatedly leaving death threats on U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's official voicemail.Garry Lebron Hayes, 45, pleaded guilty to transmitting in interstate commerce a communication containing a threat to injure Greene, R-Rome, Ga.Hayes also left a death threat on South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott's official voicemai...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Americans are marking 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with solemn ceremonies, volunteer work and other tributes honoring the victims.Many loved ones of the nearly 3,000 people killed will join dignitaries and politicians at commemorations Thursday in New York, at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.Others choose to mark the day at more intimate gatherings.Ja...  Read More

From WATE: Tennessee Governor Bill Lee says he is in constant communication with the Trump administration to develop a strategy to combat crime in Memphis.Lee announced Wednesday he is sending 50 more Highway Patrol troopers to support Memphis police. He also said a joint task force, including the FBI, is targeting the city’s most violent offenders.The governor did not confirm whether the National...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Reaction across the United States continues to pour out following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday, including the Volunteer State. Govenor Bill Lee urged everyone to pray for Kirk's family following the shooting, he took to X saying in part: "@MariaLeeTN & I ask Tennesseans to join us in lifting up Charlie’s wife Erika, two children & entire f...  Read More

From News Channel 9: A 26-year-old Florida man with ties to China faces charges of running a scam in McMinn County, according to the sheriff.Deputies arrested Ziyi Lu of Coral Springs on Tuesday after an Englewood resident reported that his wife was being pressured by a caller posing as a federal agent. The scammer demanded $12,000 to resolve a supposed investigation.Sheriff Joe Guy said officers ...  Read More

Responding to reports of ongoing animal abuse, Athens police seized several dogs and charged a man with animal cruelty at a West Bank Street property on September 9.Officers arrived to find numerous aggressive dogs running loose. The owner was unable to control them, prompting assistance from the Athens Animal Shelter, McMinn County Humane Society, and local fire crews. Three dogs were captured ou...  Read More

From the Chattanooga Times Free Press: Allegiant Airlines is adding new nonstop service between Chattanooga and Fort Lauderdale beginning February 12.The flights will operate out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, with one-way fares starting at $49. Tickets are now available on Allegiant’s website....  Read More

The Cleveland City Council recently dedicated the new futsal field at Blythe-Oldfield Park. The project was funded in part by an $80,000 Healthy Built Environment Grant from the Tennessee Department of Health. The field is 125 feet by 65 feet with artificial turf and fencing to provide a safe space for play. Mayor Kevin Brooks said the new facility reflects the city’s commitment to expanding recre...  Read More

 The Bradley County Board of Education met last night. The Board moved through a full agenda at its meeting, approving extended teacher contracts, green-lighting campus and facilities projects, aligning multiple policies with new state laws, and electing board officers for the 2025–26 year.2nd District Board member Vicki Beaty was unanimously reelected chairman. 3rd District Board member, Ted Brys...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A school bus crashed in Walker County Tuesday morning, according to Sheriff Steve Wilson. Five students have been taken to area hospitals. Their conditions are unclear at this time. Walker County Superintendent Damon Raines says the bus transported students from three schools: Naomi Elementary SchoolLafayette Middle SchoolLafayette High SchoolIt happened around 7:15am on Septemb...  Read More

From Fox 17 (WZTV Nashville): Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton greeted Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Wednesday, Sept. 3, and presented the pontiff with a personalized Tennessee Volunteers football jersey.Sexton shared the moment on X, writing it was “an honor to meet and speak with Pope Leo XIV."The Vols are set for a big rival match this Saturday against Georgia....  Read More

The Cleveland City Council met yesterday.The meeting began with a proclamation recognizing September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Vice Mayor Ken Webb and Bradley County Mayor Gary Davis presented the proclamation alongside local advocate Aaron Weatherford, who lost his own daughter, Olivia, to cancer. The Council then heard results from a citywide compensation and classification study cond...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met yesterday for a work session.Mayor Gary Davis presented several resolutions that will be placed on the commission’s next voting agenda. These include a contract with a second company to provide mental health services for first responders, a three-year phone service contract for the courthouse and juvenile center, and a three-year contract for cardiac monitors for ...  Read More

Monroe County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to an alleged dog attack on Saturday in the 2500 block of Fairview Road, in Madisonville, Tennessee.A 71-year-old woman was found lying on the front porch with "severe lacerations to her body."Witnesses stated "10-15 pit bull mix dogs" attacked her.Bystanders and the witnesses corralled the dogs away from the victim until Monroe County Animal Contr...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: A man being pursued by Hamilton County Sheriff’s deputies early Saturday morning rammed two patrol cars and later drove the wrong way on I-75.Deputies say the chase began around 1:45 a.m. when they tried to stop a white Chevy Impala on Highway 58. The driver, 31-year-old Dekendrick Trammell, took off, leading deputies on two separate pursuits. He hit two patrol cars, then we...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A $1.68 billion project in Oak Ridge, Tennessee will create more than 800 jobs in the nuclear energy sector.Oklo, an advanced nuclear technology company, announced with Governor Bill Lee this week their plans to design, build, and operate the "first privately funded fuel recycling facility" in the state:"Once complete, Oklo’s new facility will recycle used nuclear fuel, clearing...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Town of Pikeville's sewage treatment plant has received another violation notice from the TN Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC).This time, town officials are being required to post signage saying the public may encounter sanitary sewage in the Sequatchie River near Pikeville.The signs must be posted "at all reasonable approaches and access points" no later tha...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Lee University has once again been the beneficiary of a $1.3 million grant renewal from the U.S. Department of Education. The award is part of a federal initiative called Student Support Services which is part of the TRIO Programs. “Receiving this grant is transformative for our campus,” said Dr. Lorinda Roberts, vice president for student success. “It means 140 students can...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Low-cost air carrier Spirit Airlines plans to discontinue service to 11 mid-sized cities in the U.S.The news comes as Spirit re-filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy August 29.Service to Chattanooga and 10 other cities will be discontinued as of October 4.April Cameron, President and CEO at the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport Authority said in a email statement "While we are all disa...  Read More

The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Blood Drive with Blood Assurance on Wednesday, September 11th from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM.Donating blood saves lives every single day, and YOU can be the reason someone gets a second chance.Schedule your appointment: www.bloodassurance.org/bradleycosher...  Read More

Stuart Elementary School has been awarded a Level 5 TVAAS score, the highest ranking for academic growth given by the Tennessee Department of Education.The honor recognizes students for exceeding growth expectations and credits teachers, students, and the school community for their efforts.Students and staff marked the achievement with biscuits, balloons, confetti, and music.Administrators say the...  Read More

Bradley Central High School has been awarded a Level 5 TVAAS score, the highest ranking for academic growth given by the Tennessee Department of Education.The honor recognizes students for exceeding growth expectations and credits teachers, students, and the school community for their efforts.The school celebrated with decorations, treats, contests, and a catered lunch for staff....  Read More

The Cleveland Police Department has announced the promotion of Detective Bobby Ruth to the rank of Lieutenant.Lieutenant Ruth was raised in the city of Cleveland and has served the Cleveland community as a police officer since joining the department in 2008. His career has included additional assignments as a Community Officer, School Resource Officer, Sergeant over the School Resource Officers, a...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Cleveland State Community College is working to resolve a mistake that led to more than 300 students being contacted by a debt collection agency in error.College officials say the students’ names and contact information were mistakenly included on a list of individuals with outstanding balances. The error affected students who participated in the school’s dual enrollment program...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Cleveland Utilities Fiber Internet is now accessible in more Cleveland area neighborhoods.Fiber internet allows residents to access faster upload and download speeds compared to wireless internet.The neighborhoods include:- Benwood Subdivision- Sunrise Crossing Subdivision- Parts of Arbor Hills Drive SE, Cypress Lane, Young Road, Inman Street, Bates Pike, Johnson Boulevard, Lang...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A student at South Polk Elementary School is being disciplined by the school after making comments about bringing a gun to school and later being found with an empty shell casing.When administration became aware of the matter, they isolated and questioned the student, according to the Polk County Director of Schools Dr. James Jones."At no point was a gun or live ammunition prese...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Wayon Hines, Collegedale city manager since 2021, surprised members of the commission on Tuesday night when he resigned, saying he had "lost faith and trust" in some commissioners.He said he was stepping down immediately so that steps could be taken now toward new leadership.Vice Mayor Tonya Sadler moved to accept the resignation as Mr. Hines was passing out his statement.Co...  Read More

The Cleveland City School Board met yesterday.Director of Schools Dr. Jeff Elliott reported that the new student cell phone policy is, in his opinion, improving school climate and classroom engagement. He praised staff for consistent enforcement across all schools. He reported that about 4% of high-school students had phones confiscated in the first four weeks of school. Elliot also highlighted st...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met last night.Commissioners re-elected 2nd District Commissioner, Tom Crye, as Chairman and elected 6th District Commissioner Tim Mason as Vice Chairman. During the meeting, several Commissioners praised Commissioner Bill Winters for serving as Vice Chairman. Winter, who did not seek reelection for the post, simply said it was time for him to move on. Winters praised...  Read More

From Local 3 News: U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) backs sending the National Guard to Memphis amid President Trump's efforts to "restore law and order" to cities with high crime rates.“Blue cities like Memphis need all the help they can get to combat violent crime, and I’m grateful for President Trump’s tremendous work to hold leftist officials accountable for putting their own citizens at r...  Read More

From WBBJ: A new study ranks Tennessee among the worst states for fatal hit-and-run crashes.According to 2023 crash data, Tennessee recorded 102 deadly hit-and-run incidents, with 1.4 deaths per 100,000 residents. That means more than 8% of all fatal crashes in the state involved a hit-and-run.The report, from Montana Capital Car Title Loans, ties Tennessee with Arizona for overall risk. Researche...  Read More

From WBIR: As they ponder whether to seek her transfer to adult court, Meigs County prosecutors are asking a judge for more time to finalize health evaluations for a 15-year-old girl accused of killing her father.Ninth Judicial District Attorney General Russell Johnson filed a motion to extend the time in Evalett High's case in Meigs County Juvenile Court. Authorities allege Evalett shot and kille...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Lee University Theatre has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring four productions, including one student-directed show. The lineup showcases a range of plays that highlight themes of change and personal growth, offering audiences a season filled with storytelling and diverse theatrical experiences. “This we are featuring plays that center on seasons of change,” said Dr. Ch...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Labor Day Weekend is upon us, and the Transportation Security Administration expects more than 17 million people to travel starting Thursday.Spokesperson for AAA (The American Automobile Association) with ACG (The Auto Club Group) Stephanie Milani says there are three major causes of accidents on the roads - driving too fast, distracted driving, and impaired driving.However, the...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Lee University’s Department of Language and Literature will offer English as a Second Language classes to the community through its Center for English Language and Literacy. Literacy classes will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 9, and conversation classes will begin on Thursday, Sept. 11.   CELL will offer five levels of conversation classes for all levels of learners, ranging from ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Penelope R. Convertino, 22, of Murfreesboro, has been charged with threatening to murder U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office Middle District of Tennessee.The report says Convertino left a violent voicemail at Blackburn’s Nashville office on May 30, intending to intimidate and interfere with the senator’s official duties. She was arrested on Thu...  Read More