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Motorists traveling on rural Tennessee interstates will soon benefit from enhanced roadside assistance. The Tennessee Department of Transportation has announced the expansion of its Highway Emergency Local Patrol (HELP) program into rural regions across the state. The new Rural Service Patrol initiative is scheduled to commence this spring, starting in Region 2, which encompasses Chattanooga. …
Chattanooga State’s Kimball campus will be hosting an Open House on April 16 from 3:30-6:00 PM CST. This event is designed to connect prospective students, families, and community members with Chattanooga State Kimball programs, faculty, and student resources. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the campus, learn about academic and workforce programs, and explore …
Three individuals are facing charges after two major drug busts took place overnight in Chattanooga. According to a social media post by the Chattanooga Police Department, narcotics investigators seized large quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, pills, and approximately $100,000 in cash. The first operation involved executing a search warrant at a storage unit on …
Boyd-Buchanan School announced on Wednesday that head football coach Gary Rankin has resigned, concluding a four-season tenure that featured significant postseason success and an appearance in the state finals. Rankin, who is a member of the National High School Hall of Fame, departs with 510 career victories. During his time at Boyd-Buchanan, he achieved an …
Chattanooga Lookouts tickets for opening week will be available soon. Fans can purchase tickets for the inaugural games at the new Erlanger Park starting Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 10:00am. The first home games are scheduled from April 14 to April 19, when the Lookouts face off against the Montgomery Biscuits. Buy tickets online here. …
On February 9, 2026, at around 10 a.m., a large fight broke out at Brainerd High School. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department School Resource Deputy, school staff, and other law enforcement agencies responded immediately, eventually bringing the situation back under control. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Chattanooga …
As overall inflation cools, rent continues to be the biggest factor keeping household costs elevated nationwide. A new analysis from Construction Coverage breaks down which U.S. cities and states now have the highest median rents, using the latest HUD and Census data across more than 380 metros and all 50 states. Key Takeaways, With Data for Chattanooga, …
TDOT contract crews will temporarily close lanes on I-75 near mile marker 3 for paving work, part of Phase 2 to improve the I-75/I-24 interchange. Lane closure schedule: Friday, Feb. 6, 9:00 p.m.: One lane closed each direction. Saturday, Feb. 7, 6:00 a.m.: I-75 North reopens; one lane remains closed southbound. Saturday, Feb. 7, 9:00 …
Erlanger Park, the forthcoming venue for the Chattanooga Lookouts, is on track to open this April as construction progresses in the South Broad district. Supported by Erlanger Hospital and five founding partners, the stadium represents a significant initiative within the broader revitalization of the South Broad area. Developers have indicated that Erlanger Park will serve …
All but four Tennessee counties recorded unemployment rates below 5% in December, according to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Ninety-one counties reported unemployment rates below 5%, while the other four counties had rates of 5% or greater, with the highest rate at 5.7%. Unemployment rates decreased from November to …
