Bradley Central High School and Charleston Elementary have been named Reward Schools by the Tennessee Department of Education.This is the state’s highest recognition for schools, honoring exceptional student growth.Bradley County Schools Superintendent Dr. Linda Cash credited the achievement to teachers, staff, students, and families.Principals from both schools praised their school communities fo...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Lee University’s School of Theology & Ministry and School of Music will present Lessons and Carols on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in The Lee University Chapel. This annual event is an interactive service that unites biblical lessons with Christmas music.  “Lessons and Carols is a tradition adapted from England that focuses attention on Scripture reading and carols associ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Authorities say all three people killed in Thursday’s wrong-way crash on I-75 in Whitfield County were inside the suspect’s vehicle, and investigators are still working to learn more about the driver.As of now, all lanes have reopened on I-75.According to the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened when the driver was seen weaving in and out of traffic a...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Bradley County Director of Schools, Linda Cash, Ph.D., says bedbugs were discovered in a classroom at Bradley Central High School this week.Administrators closed the classroom, as well as another one out of precaution, but school is still scheduled to operate as normal in other rooms.Although a professional exterminator found no signs of an infestation, parents of all studen...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Meigs County Jail was decertified Wednesday afternoon after state officials determined that recently approved repair plans would not bring the facility up to minimum Tennessee Corrections Institute (TCI) standards.The decertification came less than 24 hours after the Meigs County Commission voted to repair the current jail rather than pursue construction of a new facility. L...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A large natural gas main leak on Spring Place Road has impacted travel in the area, Bradley County Fire and Rescue says.Emergency crews, utility partners, and law enforcement are working between Durkee Road and Broomfield Road to secure the area while repair continues.Authorities say there is no immediate threat to surrounding homes, but people nearby may notice the smell of nat...  Read More

The Mainstreet Cleveland Annual Christmas Parade is coming up this Saturday, December 6, at 6 p.m. Starting at 5 p.m. on Saturday, several roads will be temporarily closed for the public through the end of the parade. This includes portions of Third Street, Ocoee Street, Broad Street, Inman Street, and Keith Street. See the Downtown Cleveland Christmas Parade Route below to plan accordingly.   ...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Cleveland State Community College invites the public to the Holiday concert, “Christmas Magic,” presented by Cleveland State’s choir, Vocal Rhapsody, and the school’s Choir Club on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. in the George R. Johnson Cultural Heritage Center auditorium on the Cleveland campus.  Both modern and traditional songs will be performed, including traditional carols...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Tennessee has secured a major federal investment to advance next-generation nuclear energy. Governor Bill Lee announced Tuesday that the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has been awarded a $400 million U.S. Department of Energy grant to support development of the nation’s first small modular reactor at the Clinch River Site.“Today’s announcement marks a significant milestone for...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Bonnaroo released its 2026 festival lineup on Tuesday, with some big names including Skrillex, The Neighbourhood, Noah Kahan and Kesha. Bonnaroo will take place June 11-14, 2026. The festival is held each summer on a 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee. Tickets will go on sale on Friday, December 5, 2025. Four-day general admission tickets start at $389, and one-day tickets s...  Read More

More than $14,000 was raised on Day 1 of Mix 104.1’s 55th Annual Empty Stocking Fund campaign!The campaign kicked off Monday morning with a live broadcast from the Church of God International Headquarters in Cleveland.Last year’s effort raised a record-breaking $232,886, and this year’s goal is to top that by one dollar.The Empty Stocking Fund helps provide Christmas presents for about 1,500 child...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met yesterday.In committee updates, Commissioner Tim Mason announced that the Road Committee meeting originally scheduled for this week has been postponed to January.Commissioner Denny Collins said the Legal and Legislative Committee will meet today, December 2nd at 11:30 a.m.Commissioner Milan Blake reported that the Finance Committee met earlier in the day and made ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Cleveland Police Department is mourning the loss of retired K9 Alana, a beloved member of the force who served the community for eight years.K9 Alana joined the department in 2016 and served through 2024, becoming a familiar face in the Community Relations Unit. Officers say she was known for her bright spirit, wagging tail, and dedication to keeping Cleveland’s residents an...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Several new laws take effect at the beginning of the year in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina.Here's a quick summary of what you can expect:TennesseeIn Tennessee, hemp businesses will likely be affected by new regulations governing hemp-derived products.Under a new agreement, though, companies that hold "legacy" licenses issued before December 31, will continue op...  Read More

Mix 104.1 and MixTV will kick off the Empty Stocking Fund today! You can listen live starting at 7 AM this morning or watch a replay of the kick-off event on MixTV.tv. The event will take place at the Church of God World Headquarters. The Empty Stocking Fund helps provide Christmas presents for about 1,500 children in our community each year. Donations can be dropped off during the live broadcast ...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Lee University will host the third annual Cleveland TUBACHRISTMAS in Pangle Hall on Lee’s campus on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 3 p.m. Members of the community, as well as middle schoolers, high schoolers and college students, are invited to participate.     “We will bring together tuba and euphonium players of all ages to spread the Christmas spirit,” said Dr. Jesse McConnell, dir...  Read More

The City of Charleston is preparing for its annual Christmas celebration!Christmas in the Park will be held this Saturday, November 29, at Hoyt Berry Municipal Park from 1 to 6 p.m.The free event includes a bounce house, games for kids, a hayride, cake walk, photos with Santa, and more than 30 vendors. The tree lighting will close out the event.Live performances will feature Tyson Leamon and Chatt...  Read More

A Meigs County man was indicted by a grand jury Monday in a deadly shooting that happened in July, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.The shooting took place July 6 on Peakland Road in Decatur. Investigators say Chad Mitchell Lankford was responsible for the death of Jason Paul Burnette.Lankford was indicted for first degree murder and arrested Tuesday. He is being held on a $1 mil...  Read More

The annual Thanksgiving Day 5K returns to Cleveland this Thursday.Terra Running Company will host the event at Greenway Park on Thanksgiving Day at 8:30 AM.Participants are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. Donations will benefit residents in Bradley County.Registration is open in-store at Terra Running Company until 6 p.m. today. Race day registrat...  Read More

Mainstreet Cleveland reminds you to shop local on Small Business Saturday this weekend in Downtown Cleveland.This Saturday, November 29, shoppers are encouraged to support local businesses during Small Business Saturday.Downtown Cleveland has more than 30 retailers and 17 restaurants participating. Organizers say shopping small keeps more than half of your spending in the local community....  Read More

Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads this holiday.TDOT is suspending all construction-related lane closures from noon on Wednesday, November 26th, through 6 a.m. on Monday, December 1st. Nearly 1.8 million Tennesseans are expected to travel by car.Commissioner Will Reid says the pause in road work will help ease congestion on the year’s busiest travel days....  Read More

Bradley County Deputies responded to a home in Northeast Bradley County on November 23rd after a report that a dog had been shot while secured on the property.Witnesses say Crystal Palmer grabbed a gun and fired several rounds at the confined dog. The animal ran into the home, where it was later found dead. Detectives recovered evidence, including blood in the kennel, a trail into the residence, a...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met yesterday.County Mayor Gary Davis announced three resolutions for the next voting session, including a three-year agreement allowing him to contract with Cintas for janitorial supplies for EMS. Two additional non-contiguous annexation agreements are in process and will move to the next work session, then on to a later vote.Commissioner Mike Hughes reported the Fir...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A pilot of an experimental aircraft walked away without injury after a hard landing at the Cleveland Regional Jetport, the Bradley County Mayor's Office says.The pilot was performing a "touch-and-go" maneuver.Bradley County EMS, Cleveland Police, and Cleveland Fire responded to the scene to secure the scene and ensure there were no "additional hazards."The National Transportatio...  Read More