A rockslide set off a chain of events thatĀ led to evacuations and to the tracks of Chattanooga’s Incline Railway suffering fire damageĀ on Saturday, according to the National Parks Service. NPS officials say a final investigation report will come out in about two weeks. It says the Mountain Beautiful Trail on Lookout Mountain will be closed …
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Wildfire Under Control in Marion County
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture confirms that crews have contained a 95-acre fire that started over the weekend along the Marion County side of Signal Mountain. TDOA says the Woodland Way Fire along Signal Mountain was 100% controlled Monday afternoon. Bulldozers and hand crews were used to stop the fire from spreading. They say rain …
Chattanooga Incline Closed after Fire
Officials announced on Sunday evening that the large brush fire on Lookout Mtn. was 100% contained. On Saturday afternoon, flames reached the Incline Railway. As a precaution, several businesses and 20 homes were evacuated near the lower incline. The Incline Railway is temporarily closed for repairs. Tickets are valid for one year from the date …
Get Your Free Flu Shot at the Health Department
The Tennessee Department of Health shared locations across all 95 counties where Tennesseans can receive a free flu vaccine to protect themselves against getting or spreading the virus. All county health departments in Tennessee provide free flu vaccines to the public, with hours and location information available atĀ health.tn.gov/local. All six months and older Tennesseans are …
One Local Player Named as Mr Football Finalist
The Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards will be presented to the top football players in nine Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association classifications on Wednesday, December 10, 2024, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The top kicker in the state will be recognized with a Mr. Football Award, regardless of classification. Five semifinalists in each classification were …
Tennessee American Water Shares Essential Tips to Help Prepare for Freezing Temperatures
Tennessee American WaterĀ urges customers and the general public to follow these essential tips to help ensure you and your loved ones remain safe and comfortable as we approach colder weather. Don’t let frozen pipes lead to costly repairs and unwanted stress. Take action now by preparing your plumbing: Know how to shut off your water: …
New Bridges Scheduled to Open Early Along Interstate 24 in Hamilton County
Beginning Monday, November 25, 2024, at 5:00 am CT, Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will officially open the new S Moore Rd and McBrien Rd bridges over I-24 in Hamilton County more than two months ahead of schedule, providing a major upgrade to the areaās transportation infrastructure. These bridges were reconstructed as part of …
Local High Schools Working with Komatsu
During November, the Tennessee Department of Education has been celebrating Career Development Month by highlighting the Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Innovative School Models (ISM) programs that provide every student withĀ the necessary skills to pursue postsecondary education and high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand careers. The participation rate of middle school students in CTE courses nearly …
Update on Last Week 12 Vehicle Crash on I-24
Last Thursday, chaos ensued on I-24 East as a series of accidents involving 12 vehicles unfolded, leaving drivers stranded in standstill traffic for a staggering 9 hours overnight. According to the crash report released by the Georgia State Patrol, the wreckage began when a vehicle towing a camper was involved in a minor collision. The …
Updated Information on Plane Crash in Chattanooga
Two people are fortunate to be alive following a single-engine plane crash on busy Shallowford Rd during Chattanoogaās Tuesday evening rush (5:51 PM ET). Reportedly, the engine went out, and the plane descended half a mile from the nearby airport runway. One person was out of the plane when Chattanooga firemen arrived, and another had …