From News Channel 9: A bill that is still making its way through the Tennessee House and Senate would allow private school students to participate in athletics at public schools they would be zoned for.However, that private school must have less than 200 students enrolled.The bill's language specifies this would only apply to students in grades 9 through 12.State Senator Adam Lowe is the sponsor o...  Read More

Yesterday was the deadline for candidates to file petitions to run for local office in the May 5th Primary.In Bradley County, 55 individuals qualified to run for local office. 53 will compete in the Republican Primary, while 2 Democrats will take part in the Democratic Primary; both Democrats who qualified will be unopposed on the May 5th ballot.  Positions that will appear on the May primary ball...  Read More

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) says it is cooperating with authorities following an incident at the Cumberland Fossil Plant on Thursday, February 19.In a statement, TVA emphasized that employee safety remains its top priority as the investigation into the situation continues.“The safety and security of our employees is our number one priority,” said Scott Fiedler with TVA Media Relations. “W...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A new bill would allow certain historical documents to be displayed in Tennessee schools.This would include the Ten Commandments, which is stirring up controversy among lawmakers. The House passed the bill 75 to 17 on its third consideration. Some lawmakers believe this bill infringes on the separation between the church and state, while others say it's a part of the 1st Amendme...  Read More

Today is the deadline for candidates to file petitions to run for local office in the May 5th Primary.In Bradley County, as of yesterday afternoon, 62 individuals have picked up petitions to run for office and 53 have had their petitions approved. To seek office, candidates must get signatures of 25 registered voters living in the district they wish to represent. The deadline to file those petitio...  Read More

From Local 3 News: There has been an increase in E. coli cases in Hamilton County this year associated with the consumption of raw milk. The Hamilton County Health Department says the increase in Shiga toxin-producing E. coli is unexpected. They state that "raw milk can carry harmful bacteria that may cause severe or life-threatening illness, particularly in young children, older adults, pregnant ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A state lawmaker from Smyrna is proposing new legislation aimed at lowering healthy grocery costs for Tennessee families. House Bill 2086, also known as the Fresh Food Affordability Act, would eliminate the state sales tax on fresh fruits and vegetables, a move supporters say could provide relief as many households continue to deal with rising food prices.Affordability remains a...  Read More

Cleveland City Schools is pleased to announce that Dr. Joel Barnes will return to the district office to serve as Supervisor of Special Populations.At the end of this school year, Dr. Barnes will transition from his role as Principal of Blythe-Bower Elementary School into the new district-level position.Dr. Barnes previously served as Supervisor of Federal Projects and Professional Development and...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met yesterday and approved several key resolutions, including grant applications and budget items.Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution supporting upgrades to Bradley County Parks and the county’s application for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant.The commission also unanimously approved the 2026 Bradley County road list and a rezoning request for pr...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: A follow-up inspection for Benton Elementary was completed on February 10. This comes after health inspectors found outstanding risk violations, giving the school as low score of 68. In the new report, it shows zero violations were found during the most recent visit. That is big improvement from the initial findings. Previously, the inspection report cited 16 violations,...  Read More

Bradley County Trustee Mike Smith has released the schedule for the satellite property tax collection locations for the remainder of February.Smith says the satellite locations have been very popular with taxpayers, allowing property owners to pay their taxes closer to home without coming to the main office.To pay at a satellite location, taxpayers must have their tax statement along with a check....  Read More

From News 12: The Meigs County Commission is still working to determine the future of the county jail after it was decertified by the state in December due to overcrowding and other issues.Meigs County Mayor Eddie Jewell recently presented two possible options to commissioners. One proposal would expand the current jail by adding an additional pod.Another option would involve acquiring property fr...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Cleveland State Community College has announced a new five-year strategic plan aimed at strengthening student success and community partnerships.The plan, titled “Defining Our Tomorrow,” will guide the college from 2025 through 2030.College leaders say the plan was developed with input from faculty, staff, students, trustees, alumni, and community partners.It focuses on thre...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) has a free mobile clinic that offers primary care and other services.MobileMoc, a Medical Outreach Clinic, serves the following local counties.BledsoeBradleyGrundyHamiltonPolkMarionMcMinnMeigsRhea Sequatchie UTC describes MobileMoc as "a healthcare initiative by the University of Tennessee Chattanooga designed to bring interprofes...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A new Tennessee state park is coming to McDonald Farm, according to the Hamilton County Mayor's Office.Governor Bill Lee's proposed state budget includes $45.3 million to help transform more than 1,300 acres of the historic property into the state’s next great state park, Mayor Weston Wamp stated in a release:“Hamilton County has a unique opportunity to both preserve the iconic ...  Read More

From News Channel 9: A man has been charged with attempted second-degree murder following a shooting at a home in Charleston last week.Charleston Police say officers responded to a residence on Water Street after reports of a shooting.The suspect, identified as Dakota Dewayne Prueitt, was arrested at the scene.He is being held on a one-million-dollar bond.Police say the investigation is ongoing, a...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: An attempted murder suspect is now in custody after a several-weeks-long manhunt in the Athens area.Officers arrested David Rodriguez Cruz on Friday, February 13, after a multi-agency operation within the City of Athens.Police Chief Fred Schultz says his arrest happened "without incident" after officers executed "established tactical and safety procedures." Nobody was in...  Read More

State Representative Dan Howell has announced new funding for Meigs County.Meigs County has been awarded $100,000 through the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s Site Development Grant program.The funding will support due diligence work at the Meigs County Industrial Park.Officials say the Site Development Grant program is part of the Rural Economic Opportunity Act, create...  Read More

Lee University has announced that Dr. Fijoy Johnson has taken on an expanded leadership role.Dr. Johnson is now serving as director of community and church relations.University officials say he has worked at Lee for 20 years in Campus Ministries and University Relations, and has already been actively involved in community engagement efforts.In his expanded role, Dr. Johnson will serve as a liaison...  Read More

From Local 3 News: New nonstop service from Chattanooga  to Fort Lauderdale is now underway.The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport says Allegiant Airlines has officially launched direct flights to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.Airport officials say the new route gives local travelers direct access to South Florida and improved connections to dozens of destinations worldwide....  Read More

The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about an increase in scam calls from people posing as sheriff’s office employees.Officials say the scammers claim victims have missed jury duty or owe fines and demand immediate payment over the phone.The sheriff’s office says the scammers are spoofing the department’s phone number, making it appear on caller ID that the call is coming direc...  Read More

Cleveland High School has received a $10,000 grant to enhance its Tango Flight Program.The funding comes from the Bradley Cleveland Public Education Foundation and will support students interested in aviation and aerospace careers.The Tango Flight Program offers hands-on experience in aviation systems, flight operations, and aerospace technology.School officials say the grant will help expand curr...  Read More

From Local 3 News: "Your civil liberties should not be impeded by other people," says Representative Greg Martin (R) of the 26th District of Tennessee.Federal and state laws against those who disrupt a religious facility already exist. However, Representative Martin says House Bill 2264 would reiterate that.He created this bill after hearing about a situation that happened in another state that he...  Read More

From Local 3 News: An investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a now-former Tellico Plains police officer.Back in April 2025, the 10th Judicial District Attorney General Stephen Hatchett requested TBI investigate allegations involving 24-year-old Tellico Plains Police Officer Clayton Foxx.During the investigation, agents learned that Foxx engaged in sexu...  Read More