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