Posts with the category “local-news”

From Local 3 News: The Yellow Dot Program is a free initiative that provides first responders with medical information in the event of an emergency.The program focuses on seniors in our community. However, it can be useful for anyone who has a pre-existing medical condition.Each participant will receive a yellow folder that includes a blank medical sheet. On the paper, each participant will add em...  Read More

The Tennessee Division of Forestry has announced that burn permits are no longer required in Tennessee through October 14th.The state requires free burn permits each year from October 15th through May 15th because of increased wildfire danger during the fall, winter and early spring months.Forestry officials say residents should still check local city and county burn regulations before burning out...  Read More

From News Channel 9 (Read the full story here): Athens Police say a man is facing attempted murder charges after a woman was shot Sunday on Fisher Street.Officers found a 36-year-old woman suffering from a gunshot wound to her upper body when they arrived at the home.She was taken to a regional trauma center for treatment.Police say 51-year-old Steven Wilkerson Junior was still inside the home and...  Read More

Cleveland firefighters responded to Amaero Advanced Materials and Manufacturing on Innovation Drive Saturday night around 8 p.m. Crews worked with Cleveland Police, Bradley County EMA and Bradley County EMS to put out a small fire that officials say was difficult to reach. No injuries were reported, and officials say there was no danger to the public.At this time, the incident does not appear to b...  Read More

The Bradley County School Board met last night.Board members recognized several outstanding educators and approved a one-year contract extension for Director of Schools Dr. Linda Cash.Dr. Cash’s annual evaluation was also approved. Board members rated her across multiple categories on a one-to-three scale, with three being the highest. Her overall score was 2.86 out of 3, which falls in the “excee...  Read More

From TN.gov: Tennessee’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.6 percent in March, remaining below the national rate of 4.3 percent. According to the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, the state added more than 12,000 non-farm jobs between February and March, led by gains in health care and social assistance, accommodation and food services, and administrative support services. ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Erlanger announced plans for a major expansion and renovation project at their East Hospital on Gunbarrel Road.Construction begins this summer and is expected to be completed by fall 2028.A press release from the health system says the centerpiece of the project is a new three-story, 52,000-square-foot medical building that will add 22 patient beds to the hospital.Erlanger East ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A Cleveland man is charged with assaulting a first responder and evading arrest after Hamilton County deputies say he attempted to ram a patrol vehicle during a chase.The chase began in the 8200 block of Hixson Pike on Tuesday, May 12.According to an affidavit obtained by Local 3 News, a deputy on patrol saw a vehicle “acting suspiciously” while near the intersection of Daisy Da...  Read More

Cleveland Utilities is notifying customers about changes involving cash payments because of the nationwide penny shortage.Officials say cash transactions will now be rounded to the nearest nickel.If a payment rounds up, customers can apply the extra amount as a credit toward the next bill.If a payment rounds down, balances under one dollar can be carried forward to the following month without pena...  Read More

Christopher Beckstrand and Rob Cuthbertson, co-owners of Avail Senior Living, have been named the recipients of the 2026 Mel Bedwell Small Business Person of the Year Award by the Cleveland-Bradley Chamber of Commerce.The pair will be recognized during the Chamber’s 33rd annual luncheon on May 21.Avail Senior Living officially opened in July 2021 and now employs 71 people in the Cleveland and Brad...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Two employees at the Amaero plant in Cleveland, Tennessee, were taken to the hospital on Wednesday following a lithium battery explosion.The Chattanooga Fire Department said one of those workers was taken to Erlanger Hospital by ambulance.Chattanooga Firefighters responded to the hospital for a hazmat response, with the initial belief that the patient came into contact w...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: A simple classroom project at a Cleveland middle school is growing into something much bigger, thanks to the help of a local engineer determined to bring students’ ideas to life.Just two months ago, seventh-grade STEM students in Derek Morris’ class designed door openers to help classmates who use wheelchairs navigate school doors more independently. The devices were bui...  Read More

From Local 3 News: An officer with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is being praised after rescuing a mother and two children from a house fire.According to CPD, Officer Rogers was the first to arrive at the scene of a recent house fire where flames were visible near the front door. Neighbors told the officer that people were still trapped inside the home.Police said Officer Rogers immediat...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Questions and tensions surrounding the recent removal and reinstatement of the Cohutta Police Department continued Tuesday night during a town hall meeting.Neither the mayor nor the vice mayor attended the meeting, and no official votes were taken.During the discussion, town officials said the town charter does not specify how many officers the town must employ. Official...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Several members of the Tennessee House Democratic Caucus have been removed from their standing committee and subcommittee assignments, according to a letter sent to Local 3 News.The letter, signed by Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton and addressed to Democratic Leader Karen Camper, states that Democratic lawmakers will receive individual letters removing them from all House...  Read More

From News Channel 9 (Read the full story here):  A driver was seriously injured in a fiery crash in Meigs County Tuesday morning. Meigs County Emergency Services says crews responded just before 11:00 a.m. to a crash with entrapment and a vehicle fire. Officials say the vehicle was fully engulfed in flames when a passing motorist pulled the driver from the wreck before emergency crews arrived. Fir...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission held a budget hearing for Bradley County Schools yesterday.The school system presented a balanced budget for Fund 141, which had already been approved by the Board of Education.The budget includes step raises and a 1.5% raise for salaried employees.Most employees are expected to see an average increase of about 2.5%.The budget also includes two new behavioral position...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A convenience store clerk was held at gunpoint during an armed robbery at ABC Market on South Lee Highway in Cleveland late Saturday night, according to a police affidavit.Officers responded to the business at 2425 South Lee Highway SW around 10:00pm on May 9 after a caller reported the robbery.When officers arrived, a clerk said a masked white male wearing a black and green hoo...  Read More

Craig Liner pleaded guilty Monday in the murder of his ex-wife, Karen Liner.Liner pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, felony murder, and aggravated burglary.He was sentenced to life in prison.Karen Liner was shot and killed in January of 2025 at her home on Arthur Lane in Cleveland.During an earlier hearing, investigators said surveillance video showed Craig Liner pulling into Karen’s driveway ...  Read More

From WATE- A new federal lawsuit has been filed challenging Tennessee’s newly redrawn congressional districts approved during the recent special legislative session.The lawsuit was filed by four registered voters and four Democratic candidates running in Tennessee congressional races.Among the plaintiffs are Congressman Steve Cohen, State Representative Justin Pearson, Chaz Molder and Chaney Mosle...  Read More

From WTVC– TVA is warning that ongoing drought conditions could impact boating and recreation across the Tennessee Valley this summer.TVA officials say the region has received only about 69 percent of normal rainfall and 45 percent of normal runoff so far this year.River forecasters say lake levels are lower than usual, creating the possibility of exposed hazards and shallow water in areas that ar...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofits that were affected by the recent drought.The loans are available to those who sustained economic losses caused by the drought that began on December 30, 2025.Local Tennessee, Georgia and North Carolina counties covered include:Bradley - TNHamilton - T...  Read More

U.S. News & World Report recently released its list of 2026 Best Assisted Living Communities, and Garden Plaza at Cleveland made the list.Garden Plaza at Cleveland was recognized as high-performing in care services, activities and enrichment, and overall atmosphere.The rankings are based on customer satisfaction surveys from senior living communities across the country.Executive Director Ken Bolin...  Read More

From News Channel 9: Blood Assurance is offering e-gift cards next week to encourage more blood donations as platelet supplies remain critically low in the Chattanooga area.From May 9th through May 15th, donors who give blood, platelets, or plasma will receive a 25-dollar e-gift card.Eligible double red cell donors will receive a 40-dollar e-gift card.Blood Assurance says donor turnout has remaine...  Read More

Graduation ceremonies are set to begin this week across Bradley County.Walker Valley High School will hold its graduation tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the football field.Cleveland High School’s ceremony is scheduled for Friday at 6 p.m., in Raider Arena, with a traditional cap toss planned afterward on the football field.Tennessee Christian Preparatory School will hold graduation on Saturday at 10 AM a...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Governor Bill Lee signed legislation expanding Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship Program, increasing the number of scholarships available to students across the state.Under the expansion, 35,000 scholarships will be available for the 2026-27 school year as Tennessee’s universal school choice program continues to grow in participation and demand.“Long before I became Gove...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has signed into law a new U.S. House map that carves up a majority-Black district in Memphis, following approval of a controversial redistricting plan by both the House and Senate Thursday.In response, the NAACP Tennessee State Conference filed a lawsuit on Thursday seeking to block the redistricting plan, arguing it unlawfully weakens Black p...  Read More

From News Channel 9 (Read the full story here): Protests broke out at the Tennessee Capitol in Nashville during a special session on a proposed congressional redistricting plan.Lawmakers are working to redraw district lines across the state, including moving Rhea and Meigs counties from District 4 to District 3.Demonstrators interrupted committee meetings, leading state troopers to clear a hearing...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: The City of Cleveland will host an open house for the newly completed Jim Sharp Park on Friday, May 15, from noon to 7 p.m.The park is located on Candies Lane Northwest and features walking paths, playground equipment, green space, and a stocked fishing pond.City officials say the park honors the legacy of Jim Sharp and his contributions to the community.The event will inclu...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Lee University has announced a new scholarship honoring longtime First Baptist Cleveland pastor Dr. Allan Lockerman.The Dr. Allan Lockerman/First Baptist Church Scholarship will support students preparing for ministry and church service.The scholarship was created in partnership with First Baptist Cleveland and recognizes Lockerman’s more than 20 years of leadership.It will ...  Read More

Cleveland City Schools is proud to announce that Taylor Bentley has been named the new Assistant Principal of Blythe-Bower Elementary School.Bentley has served as a physical education teacher since 2019 and has been involved in health initiatives, budgeting, and attendance coordination.He is a graduate of Lee University and was recently named Teacher of the Year for the 2024–2025 school year, alon...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The war in Iran has caused the average price per gallon of gasoline in Tennessee to reach $4 for the first time since 2022, according to AAA.As of Monday, May 4, Tennessee’s average gas price is $4.03 per gallon, which is 18 cents higher than it was a month ago. It’s also $1.31 more expensive than it was one year ago, AAA said.In the last week, Tennesseeans saw a $0.26 hike in g...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: The man who died in a shooting in southwest Bradley County is 62-year-old Michael Shannon Rymer, according to the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office.Shots were fired between neighbors on Monday, May 4. One other person sustained injuries during the shooting.It happened in the 3800 block of Lead Mine Valley Road SW.The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still under i...  Read More

You only have four days left to early vote in the County Primary Election.The final day to cast an early ballot is April 30th.As of Saturday, about 3,600 people have voted in Bradley County, which is roughly a 4.5 percent turnout.Voters can cast ballots at the OCI on Urbane Road, the Election Office on Broad Street, the Northeast Recreation Center on Berry Street, and the Fire-Rescue Training Cent...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met yesterday for a work session.County Mayor Gary Davis had no report for the evening.During commissioner reports, Commissioner Tim Mason shared photos of a recent property cleanup project funded by the commission, saying dozens of truckloads of debris were removed from the site.Commissioners also recognized upcoming graduations and community milestones, including th...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A student at Polk County High School was suspended on Monday, May 4, after an overheard comment indicated the student was planning to bring a weapon to school to harm another student, according to Director of Schools Dr. James R. Jones.Jones said law enforcement, along with the Department of Homeland Security, is involved in the investigation.Although officials said there was no...  Read More

McMinn County Schools has announced Jake Roberts as the new principal of McMinn County High School.Roberts has been with the district since 2017 and brings 15 years of experience in education.He has served as Athletic Director since 2022 and has also worked as an assistant football coach.Roberts lives in McMinn County with his family and is active in the local community....  Read More

Local residents are being targeted by a scam text message that appears to come from General Sessions Court.Officials say the message may claim you owe money for a traffic offense and may include a QR code for payment.Authorities stress this is a scam and that courts do not request payment through text messages.Residents are urged not to click links, scan codes, or send money.Anyone receiving the m...  Read More

Lee University has awarded nine incoming freshmen the 2026 Rymer Scholarship.Three students received Gold scholarships worth $20,000 each, including Olivia Chastain, John “Cason” Stewart, and Rylan Hysinger.Three Silver scholarships worth $10,000 went to Carson Cannon, Isaac Sausville, and Emmaleigh Shaw.Three Bronze scholarships worth $4,000 were awarded to Taylor Hoffman, Britain Sapp, and Jonat...  Read More

From News Channel 9: Governor Bill Lee announced plans to call a special legislative session to review Tennessee’s congressional districts.He says any changes must happen quickly to meet election qualifying deadlines.Lee says the goal is to ensure districts reflect the will of Tennessee voters.Tennessee currently has nine congressional districts, with Republicans holding eight seats.The announceme...  Read More