Posts with the category “local-news”

From WBIR Knoxville: Meigs County Juvenile Court met Thursday morning to hear the results of a mental evaluation on a 15-year-old who killed her father in June. Attorneys for 15–year–old Evalett High told the court they just received her mental health evaluation results this week and need time to review them.High is accused of shooting and killing her father, 44–year–old Richard High, in June as h...  Read More

From Fox 17 (WZTV Nashville): Federal and state leaders announced indictments Thursday of 38 individuals in Middle Tennessee, including alleged members and associates of the violent MS-13 gang.Those arrested face federal charges involving trafficking of fentanyl, meth, cocaine, carjacking, assault on law enforcement, firearms offenses and immigration offenses.Acting U.S. Attorney Robert McGuire sa...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: President Donald Trump has pardoned former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada and one of his co-conspirators Cade Cothren, according to WSMV, the NBC affiliate in Nashville.Both Casada and Cothren, Casada’s former chief of staff, were convicted of federal corruption charges.Casada was sentenced to three years in prison and Cothren was sentenced to nearly three years.For...  Read More

Remote Area Medical will host a free two-day pop-up clinic this weekend, November 8th and 9th, at Cleveland State Community College.Services will include dental cleanings, fillings, and extractions; eye exams with free glasses; and general medical consultations. No insurance is required.Patient parking opens at midnight on Friday, November 7th. Services are first-come, first-served, and patients m...  Read More

Lee University’s Jazz Ensemble will present its fall concert on Tuesday, November 11th, at 7:30 p.m. in the Dixon Center.Directed by Associate Professor of Music Alan Wyatt, the group will perform a variety of jazz pieces, including works by Miles Davis, Benny Golson, and Chick Corea, along with an original piece by Wyatt.The concert is free and open to the public. It will also be livestreamed at ...  Read More

Bradley County is hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste Day this Saturday, November 8th, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Bradley County Justice Center on Blythe Avenue.Residents can bring home chemicals, lawn and garden products, automotive fluids, and electronics.Items not accepted include medical or infectious waste, lead acid batteries, styrofoam, construction debris, and other hazardous or non-h...  Read More

Dr. Andy White, President of Cleveland State Community College, has announced his retirement.Dr. White joined the college in April of 2024 and will officially retire on December 1. He previously served in the U.S. Air Force and worked at several Tennessee colleges and universities.Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor Flora Tydings thanked Dr. White for his leadership. Dr. Ray Brooks has been name...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Tennessee is providing $5 million in new state funding for food banks amid the ongoing government shutdown, Governor Bill Lee announced on Tuesday. The state will grant funding based on SNAP populations in each region, Gov. Lee explained. "I appreciate the Trump Administration’s efforts to deliver some relief for the most vulnerable Tennesseans — but the only true solution is fo...  Read More

From News Channel 9: A rockslide has shut down I-24 west in Marion County.The Tennessee Department of Transportation says the slide happened near mile marker 137 Tuesday afternoon.Maintenance crews and a loader were sent to clear the roadway, but drivers should expect significant delays until the area is cleared. ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The McMinn County Sheriff's Office says a helicopter caught fire after crashing at the local airport on Tuesday.Sheriff Joe Guy said the pilot was the only person on the small helicopter.The pilot is being treated for minor injuries by EMS at the scene.The pilot’s name and the cause of the crash have not been released.The sheriff’s office is asking the public to avoid the area w...  Read More

CHI Memorial announced that its hospitals and care sites throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia will begin using the CommonSpirit Health name in January 2026.The change will coincide with the opening of the new hospital in Catoosa County, Georgia. Hospital officials say the change will not affect patient care, physicians, or services.Local hospitals will adopt the CommonSpirit brand whil...  Read More

The Cleveland City Board of Education met last night.Director of Schools Dr. Jeff Elliott highlighted October achievements, including Cleveland High School Hall of Fame inductions, the Chamber of Commerce 100-year celebration, and Cleveland City Schools being named one of only eight “Change Maker” school systems statewide. Elliott also announced a Cleveland Community bus tour on November 17 to all...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met last night.Fourth District Commissioner Howard Thompson opened the meeting by addressing comments he made concerning the deadly shooting at Barku Plastics last week. Thompson said his remarks had been shared online “without full context,” but apologized to the community, the commission, and Barku Plastics for anything he said that was offensive. He also apologized...  Read More

Operation Compassion food drives are happening over the next few weeks here in our area.Here is a list of where you can drop off food items to help support the community:Church of God International OfficesNov 18-20 from 8:00am to 2:00pm2490 Keith Street Cleveland, TN 37312Bradley Square MallNov 3-8 from 10:00am to 2:00pm200 Paul Huff Parkway NW Cleveland, TN 37312Westmore ChurchNov 9 from 9:15am t...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A Chattanooga brewery is turning grief into action by hosting a giveback night in memory of the two men who were tragically shot and killed at Barku Plastics in Cleveland.As the community continues to process the tragedy, Oddstory Brewing Co. The Greenhouse will host a giveback night on Tuesday, November 4, in memory of Ivan Aldergot and Tobias Gleinig — both regulars at the bre...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has arrested one of their own for introducing contraband into their jail last year.Sheriff Tommy Jones says they issued a warrant for the arrest of 39-year-old Michael Phillip Zackey, a former corrections officer, this past Monday.A court document stated he committed the offense in June 2024. Zackey told authorities he had been meeting with som...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The food program known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits may be suspended starting Saturday, November 1, as the government shutdown continues."We are preparing for that possibility. We are just keeping our food pantry open so we can help anyone coming in that needs help,” said Kendall Hudson, Community Relations for Salvation Army.Hudson said the Sa...  Read More

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding the driver of a car that hit gas pumps in Ocoee and fled the scene.The crash happened in the middle of the night at a local gas station. The vehicle, believed to be a gray Hyundai Veloster, caused damage to the pumps before leaving. Anyone with information is asked to call the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 423-338-8215, ext. 3....  Read More

According to a release from the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office, a federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Tennessee Representative Justin Jones against House Speaker Cameron Sexton and other House leaders.The lawsuit alleged civil rights violations tied to internal House proceedings. U.S. District Judge Eli Richardson’s ruling upholds the legislative branch’s independence. Attorney Gen...  Read More

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is increasing patrols for Halloween weekend to keep roads safe.In 2024, 18 people were killed on Tennessee roads during the Halloween holiday period, including five pedestrian deaths. THP urges drivers to slow down, avoid distractions, and never drink and drive. Parents are reminded to take several precautions to keep their children safe while trick-or-treating.Adults ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Workers at Volkswagen’s Chattanooga plant have officially voted to authorize a strike if negotiations for a new labor contract fail, according to an update from the United Auto Workers (UAW).Under the UAW Constitution, a two-thirds majority is required to approve a strike. Union officials say employees at the Chattanooga facility “met that threshold — and then some.”The ...  Read More

The Jireh Food Initiative has launched to support local families affected by the federal freeze on SNAP benefits.The initiative serves Bradley, McMinn, Meigs, and Rhea counties. Local churches, charities, and civic groups are working together to gather food donations and financial support. You can find more information and ways to give or receive help at www.TNSnapHelp.com or contact State Senator...  Read More

According to Mainstreet Cleveland, the following streets will be closed at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 31, for the 38th annual Halloween Block Party.Ocoee Street, Broad Street, and Church Street will be closed from Inman to Central Avenue.And First Street and Second Street will be closed from Worth Street to Parker Street.The block party begins at 5 p.m. ...  Read More

Two Bradley County Commissioners addressed a tense exchange that took place during Monday night’s commission meeting, after comments made by Commissioner Howard Thompson sparked criticism from fellow Commissioner Cindy Slater.During a Wednesday morning interview on Mix 104.1, Commissioner Slater said Thompson made what she described as “inappropriate comments” about the recent tragedy at Baku Plas...  Read More

Lee University will welcome alumni back for Homecoming on November 7 and 8.Events include a golf tournament, campus tours, a Grand Reunion with food and live music, performances by student ensembles, and the play “Twelve Angry Jurors.”Saturday’s events will feature a Homecoming Parade, alumni breakfasts, basketball games, and a concert celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Ladies of Lee.Learn mo...  Read More

The Cleveland City Council met Monday night.The council proclaimed October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Cleveland. Mayor Kevin Brooks and members of the council wore pink during the meeting and presented signs and ribbons in support of breast cancer awareness. Representatives from Bradley Medical Center and the American Cancer Society were in attendance for the proclama...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Bradley County Commissioners discussed the shooting at a Cleveland plastics plant where two employees were killed and the suspect was found dead.Former commissioner Erica Davis posted on Facebook saying commissioner Howard Thompson joked about the tragedy, saying, "Maybe it was ICE that came to get the Germans."Davis stated: "What happened at the Bradley County Commission meetin...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinics are returning to Cleveland this fall and seeking more volunteers.Pop-up RAM clinics provide dental, vision, and medical care to those in need, free of cost. The organization needs professionals in each of those fields to volunteer for the upcoming November clinic.The clinic will be held at Cleveland State Community College from November 8 to 9.R...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met last night.Commissioner Alford announced that an Ad Hoc Athletic Field Improvement Committee meeting will be held on November 10th at 1:30 pm.Commissioner Tim MassMason reminded the public of Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, November 8th, from 8 am to noon at the Justice Center.Also during the meeting, Commissioner Tommy Ledford said the Insur...  Read More

A deadly shooting at the Barku Plastics plant in Cleveland on Monday morning has left two men dead.Officers from the Cleveland Police Department responded about 10:21 a.m. to reports of gunfire at the plant, located at 131 Corporate Drive SW. Upon arrival, they found two employees — identified as Tobias Gleinig and Ivan Aldergot — deceased inside the facility. Investigators are treating the incide...  Read More

From Local 3 News: U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn is joining a group of Republican lawmakers to ensure continued funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown, our NBC affiliate station WSMV reports.Blackburn signed onto the Keep SNAP Funded Act, which would appropriate funds to provide uninterrupted SNAP benefits, retroactive to the start o...  Read More

From News Channel 9: SNAP benefits in Tennessee and Georgia could be temporarily halted starting November 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.Governor Bill Lee says Tennessee cannot supplement the federally funded program, which helps over 690,000 Tennesseans.The state receives about $146 million monthly for SNAP, and the delay could impact both rural and urban communities.The Tenness...  Read More

From News 12: The Athens City Council has announced the resignation of Dr. Dick Pelley after 23 years of service.His resignation came at the end of a special-called session on October 23.Pelley served on numerous boards and committees and was active in civic initiatives across Athens.The council will appoint someone to serve out the rest of his term, which ends in November 2026.The city filed an o...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Copperhill residents who lost water on Sunday during a water leak on Belltown Road are being asked to boil all water for consumption "until further notice."The City of Copperhill stated early in the afternoon that their water and sewer department was working to repair the leak.Belltown Road was closed off to through traffic while crews worked. The city asked customers to conserv...  Read More

National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 25.Local partners including the Cleveland Police Department, Bradley County Sheriff’s Office, ATS The Bridge, and the Bradley Prevention Coalition will host a drop-off event at Leisure Time Bowling on Keith Street in Cleveland from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.You can safely dispose of unused or expired medications, vapes, and e-cigarettes. Sharps and needles w...  Read More

From Local 3 News: McMinn County Director of Schools Julie Goodin has died.Dr. Goodin was appointed to the post over the summer after the retirement of Dr. Lee Parkison.She was a product of McMinn County Schools, having graduated from McMinn Central, where she was a top student athlete.She went on to play basketball at Clemson University.Dr. Goodin worked her way up in the school system, from subs...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: The UAW says employees at Volkswagen in Chattanooga will hold a vote to authorize a strike next week.The vote will be held on Tuesday, October 28 and Wednesday, October 29.The union says the move comes after 13 months of unsuccessful negotiations.VW released the following statement regarding the UAW's announcement:"We are disappointed the UAW chose to call a strike autho...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan (Read the full story here): The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments will interview five applicants for a coming Tennessee Supreme Court vacancy created by Justice Holly Kirby’s retirement on June 30, 2026.Public interviews are set for Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 9 a.m. Central, in the Nashville Supreme Court Building at 401 7th Avenue North.The applicants are J. Ross Dyer, ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Some Volkswagen employees are speaking out on Wednesday, after a Hamilton County commissioner called on the UAW to vote on the automaker’s "final contract" offer.Commissioner Jeff Eversole held a press conference outside of the automaker's plant, where he asked the UAW to hold a vote on VW’s final contract offer that was made in September.Eversole says most of the plant’...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A Cleveland City Schools elementary teacher has been named the 2025–26 Tennessee Novice Teacher of the Year for the Southeast CORE Region.The honor was bestowed upon Blythe-Bower Elementary teacher Laura Stilltrotter. The award recognizes early-career teachers; those in their first three years, who demonstrate a passion for student learning, excellence in instruction, and a comm...  Read More