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Hamilton County EMS recently donated one of its surplus ambulances to Fire Rehab Services in Marion County. This donation will help support their critical mission of providing on-scene rehab and support to first responders during emergencies. Fire Rehab Services extended its gratitude to Hamilton County EMS, the Hamilton County commissioners, and Hamilton County Mayor Weston …
According to newly released data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, all but one of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported a drop in their unemployment rates in April. Unemployment rates decreased from March to April in 94 counties, with only Unicoi County reporting an increase. Williamson County recorded the state’s lowest unemployment rate …
Beginning in October, American Airlines will offer nonstop service between Chattanooga Airport and Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Local travelers will now have even more options to connect with one of the nation’s most important hubs. The new flights to Chicago will be operated using the same type of aircraft as American’s existing nonstop routes from …
Blood Assurance has an emergency need for blood and platelet donors as the area enters one of the most dangerous times of year for trauma-related injuries, known as the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. This is when traumatic accidents, especially car crashes, spike, but donation rates drop. Right now, donations are falling as demand climbs. All locations will be …
The Chattanooga Lookouts and Erlanger have announced today that the new multi-use sports and entertainment venue in the South Broad District will be named Erlanger Park. This long-term naming rights partnership expands upon the long-standing relationship between the Lookouts and Erlanger. “Erlanger’s partnership with the Chattanooga Lookouts reflects our shared commitment to community, tradition, and …
Chattanooga State is one of 20 state schools that have received a grant to support the growth of Tennessee’s rural health care workforce by increasing access to education and careers in healthcare. The $2 million Rural Health Care Pathways Expansion Grant, provided by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, aims to develop or expand health care …
East Ridge Police confirm a 22-month-old boy who was involved in the crash on I-75 on Mother’s Day has passed away. Sawyer Gene Smith was the son of Lane and Baleigh Smith of Fayetteville, Tennessee. Lane died after the deadly crash on Mother’s Day on I-75 in East Ridge. Brynlee, the Smiths’ daughter, was airlifted to Vanderbilt …
Drivers traveling near the I-75 at I-24 interchange in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that temporarily impact traffic. As part of Phase 2 (the second of two projects) to widen and improve the I-75 at I-24 interchange, Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews must implement weekend lane closures on …
Chattanooga State Community College this week announced its Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. The Dean’s List comprises 911 students, including 45 from Marion County. Students can earn Dean’s List recognition by completing 12 or more academic hours in a semester and maintaining a grade point average of at least 3.5. The Dean’s List …
Drivers traveling on I-75 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will impact traffic. Wednesday evening, May 14, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM local time, Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will reduce I-75 to one lane in each direction from mile marker three to mile marker 6 …
