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This Tennessee City Has Traffic So Frustrating That Even Experienced Drivers Dread The Interstates

In 2024, commuters in one mountain city lost more than 14 million hours sitting in traffic. That’s a record for the place, and nobody is throwing a party about it. The average driver there spent 51 hours stuck behind brake lights that year. That’s more than two full days of staring at bumpers.

Chattanooga, TN · 12d
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DesJarlais upset, Blackburn elected governor

Republican candidates drew strong support in Grundy County in the Nov. 3 general election, while voters approved all three proposed constitutional amendments and decided several municipal races. However, the big surprise on a night that saw a dramatic shift to Democratic control of the U.S. House and Senate, was the...

Grundy County, TN · 3d
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Three East Tennessee counties to get mental health clinicians through grant

ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee government plans to hire mental health clinicians to serve several rural counties using a federal grant. Tennessee plans to use part of a $10 million grant to expand its Co-located Mental Health Services at County Health Departments program into Anderson, Cumberland, Hawkins, Bradley, Coffee, Montgomery, and Tipton Counties.

Anderson County, TN · 3d
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Neighborhood Spotlight Shines On Historic St. Elmo At The Foot Of Lookout Mountain

Earlier this year I did a story about the various eateries in St. Elmo, and discovered several quaint boutique stores and of course the infamous Incline Railway. I plan to enjoy that trip soon for the experience and to see the new pizza place and observatory at the top station and new ice cream place, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream, at the bottom station.

Chattanooga, TN · 1d
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Parkridge Medical Center opens new patient tower to expand care capacity

Parkridge Medical Center opened a new patient tower this morning, a $99 million expansion the hospital said will help it serve more patients as the greater Chattanooga area continues to grow. Attendees toured the new three-story facility and walked through an outdoor courtyard to the tune of a live violinist.

Chattanooga, TN · 1d

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TDOT warns of temporary US 27 traffic changes for 2026 Hamilton County Fair

SALE CREEK, Tenn. — Drivers traveling on U.S. 27 near the Rhea County line should expect temporary traffic changes this week as the Tennessee Department of Transportation works to manage crowds headed to the 2026 Hamilton County Fair. TDOT says a modified traffic pattern will be in place from...

Hamilton County, TN · 3d

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Cleveland's McGrady Drive Food City Reopens After $3.2M Expansion, 40 New Jobs

The Food City grocery store on McGrady Drive in Cleveland, Tennessee reopens Wednesday following a sweeping remodel and expansion that added a Starbucks café, a sushi bar and dozens of new jobs to the south Cleveland location. Store manager Cody Price thanked loyal customers for their patience during construction and said the finished product is worth the wait.

Cleveland, TN · 11h

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68 rescues during flooding in Polk County as Ocoee River reaches record overflow

COPPERHILL, Tenn. (WATE) — The City of Copperhill in Polk County is closed as the Ocoee River overflowed and flooded streets, officials said Thursday morning. Tennessee Swift Water Teams had conducted 68 rescues as of 1:45 p.m., the state said. Multiple first responder groups came to the area including the Sevierville and Chattanooga Fire Departments. […]

Polk County, TN · 2d

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TDOT to close East Brainerd Road at CSX bridge for weekend replacement project

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Drivers in East Brainerd should plan for a major weekend road closure as TDOT crews replace a bridge over the roadway. TDOT says East Brainerd Road at the CSX Bridge, located between Brainerd Road and Hickory Valley Road, will close to all traffic starting Saturday, Nov. 7 at 5 a.m.

Chattanooga, TN · 2d

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Chattanooga lowers speed limits on Lake Resort Drive, Bonny Oaks Drive under ordinances

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Drivers in Chattanooga will see lower speed limits on Bonny Oaks and Lake Resort Drive after the city council approved new ordinances changing the posted speeds. The speed limit on Lake Resort Drive between Highway 153 and North Park Road has been reduced to 40 mph,...

Chattanooga, TN · 2d

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Dade County Receives Federal Opportunity Zone Designation, Opening Door to New Investment and Economic Growth

TRENTON, GA — Dade County has been selected for a new Federal Opportunity Zone designation, marking an important milestone in the county’s ongoing efforts to attract private investment, create jobs, encourage business development and strengthen the local economy. The designation is part of the federal Opportunity Zones 2.0...

Dade County, GA · 1d

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Whitfield County Fire Chief fired by commissioners Thursday over 'personnel matter'

WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. — Whitfield County commissioners voted Thursday to terminate Fire Chief Paul Patterson, according to the county's communications director. The vote came during a 10 a.m. meeting called by the Board of Commissioners. The meeting was not livestreamed. The board did not make an official appointment to...

Whitfield County, GA · 2d

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Postell calls for recount of Dalton's District 4, but officials say margins don't qualify

WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. — Candidate Quentin Postell says he is seeking a recount in the Dalton-area race for District 4 in what he's calling a 'fraudulent' election. However, the Whitfield County Election Commission says the results do not meet Georgia’s legal threshold for a recount. In a Facebook...

Dalton, GA · 3d

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Dade County considers 90-day moratorium as data center proposal advances

DADE COUNTY, Ga. — Dade County commissioners are weighing whether to allow a data center at a county industrial park, but the project remains in the early stages and has not been approved. During their discussion, commissioners considered putting a temporary halt on data center proposals while the county...

Dade County, GA · 2d

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Cleveland selected for $240k grant to develop citywide roadway safety plan

The City of Cleveland has been selected to receive a $240,000 federal grant to develop a citywide roadway safety plan. The funding comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All program. The city will use crash data and community input to identify dangerous intersections,...

Cleveland, TN · 3d

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Letter to the Citizens of East Ridge

Tuesday, the voters of East Ridge made their decision. Although the outcome isn’t what I had hoped for, I respect the democratic process and congratulate the winner. I want to sincerely thank everyone who supported me, encouraged me, stood beside me, volunteered, shared a kind word, displayed a sign, or took the time to cast a vote in my name. Your support has meant more to me than I can put into words.

East Ridge, TN · 2d

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Remote Instruction Nov. 9-13 in Grundy County

Grundy County Schools announced Wednesday that it will transition to virtual learning next week due to an increase in illness among students and staff. Remote instruction will take place from Monday, Nov. 9, through Friday, Nov. 13. Families are asked to follow established virtual-learning procedures and maintain communication with their child’s teacher regarding assignments and expectations.

Grundy County, TN · 2d

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TVA warns dangerous river conditions could continue for days after North Georgia flooding

COPPERHILL, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority is warning residents along the Toccoa/ Ocoee River that dangerous conditions could persist for several days as floodwaters begin to recede following catastrophic flooding in North Georgia. TVA crews are managing water releases across the river system, with flows at Blue Ridge...

Copperhill, TN · 1d

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‘We are not done’: Hope persists at Green watch party despite loss

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Supporters gathered Tuesday night at the election watch party for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerri Green. Throughout the night, campaign staff, volunteers and attendees watched election returns on screens throughout the venue. The atmosphere remained vibrant and optimistic early in the night as attendees enjoyed refreshments and...

Tennessee · 3d

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North Georgia flooding triggers TRICARE pharmacy waivers

TRICARE authorized emergency prescription refills for military families in four North Georgia counties affected by severe flooding. Beneficiaries in Fannin, Gilmer, Murray and Union counties can get temporary refills through Nov. 15 at retail network pharmacies. Patients who need urgent medical treatment during the storm emergency do not need a...

Fannin County, GA · 1d