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Increase reported in 2023 Chattanooga overdose deaths
CHATTTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Drug Recovery Court presented updated statistics on Wednesday showing the extent of the local drug crisis. During a presentation, the court said in 2023, there were 162 overdose deaths in Chattanooga. To put into perspective, if Chattanooga were a state, it would...
Jerry Summers: Roses And Onions
The national development company that purchased the Chattanooga Bank Building (CBB) at 736 Broad St., to build a boutique hotel on 11 floors is to be commended for its efforts in preserving a historic structure that was constructed in 1927 and now will be saved from demolition. This is unlike Cameron Hill in the 1950s, etc. and the continued deterioration of the once famous Patten Hotel. It should be a good addition to Downtown Choo Choo City.
Tennessee American Water asks for rate increase
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee American Water company is asking regulators for a rate increase. If approved, they say it should cost about $4 more per month on customers’ water bills. Their last rate increase was approved a dozen years ago. Part of this year’s rate filing includes...
Plans for Tennessee passenger train from Memphis to Nashville to Chattanooga steam ahead
A new passenger railway connecting Memphis to Atlanta is underway, taking the first significant step toward making it a reality. On April 28, a request-for-qualification (RFQ) was submitted with the City of Chattanooga on behalf of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Corridor Identification program for planning and scoping purposes. The...
Pet owner demands refund as puppy returns sick, pregnant from unlicensed kennel
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WTVC) - A dog owner is looking for answers after his 8-month-old puppy returned from training at a kennel pregnant and with a parasite. “Of course, she jumps off the couch to greet me like she always does every day, but I happen to look over there and I see the first puppy that’s been born laid on the couch,” Steven Schild remembered.
Greater Chattanooga FCA To Hold Annual Day Of Champions
The Greater Chattanooga Fellowship of Christian Athletes will hold its 61st Annual FCA Day of Champions on Sunday May 5th with a program at Ridgedale Baptist Church at 3 p.m. Among the many awards the FCA chapter will announce is the FCA Christian Athlete of the Year award whose recipient will receive the Gerald Sinkfield Memorial Scholarship. Schools within the 5 County Greater Chattanooga FCA region may nominate a senior athlete who most exemplifies FCA’s core values of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence. The 2024 nominees are:
Reserve At Creekside Apartment Complex Sells For $28.5 Million
Interwest Capital Group has closed escrow on the off-market purchase of Reserve at Creekside, a 192-unit garden-style multifamily property, for $28.5 million. Built in 2005, the building has floor plans with an average square footage of 1,102. The property amenities include a resort style pool, grilling area, fitness center, car wash and dog park.
Candidate on ballot for Georgia appeals court accused of living in Tennessee
An attorney vying for election as a Georgia Court of Appeals judge is fighting a challenge to his candidacy, accused of living with his wife at her Chattanooga home overlooking the Tennessee River. Jeff Davis appeared before a judge in Atlanta on Tuesday in an attempt to prove that he’s been a Peach State resident since 1988.
Chattanooga Live Music Upcoming Events
The upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events are scheduled through May 9. Send your event co-host invites to Chattanooga Live Music (Mark A Herndon) to amplify your events. Experience Chattanooga Live Music, our growth will fade without solid network support. 2-May Puckett's on Thursday w/ Andrew Witherspoon at 7 PM. 2-May...
K9 Discovers Multiple Drugs During Traffic Stop - And Other Collegedale Police Calls
Hamilton County Deputies requested a K9 for a traffic stop on the I-24. K9 Maxim was deployed and alerted officers to the presence of narcotics in the vehicle. A search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of 4 grams of Meth, 5 grams of Fentanyl powder, 23 Fentanyl pills, and drug paraphernalia.
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