Grundy County Investigators and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation are still investigating the Palmer School fire that occurred on Sunday afternoon, October 27. Any tips that lead to the arrest of a suspect can earn a $5,000 cash reward. Call 1-800-762-3017 with this information. Previous Report: On Sunday afternoon, October 27, at approximately 3:43, the Palmer …
The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) has announced its annual roadside observational survey results to determine the state’s average seat belt usage rate. This survey returned a statewide usage rate of 92.2 percent. The 2024 usage rate represents an increase of approximately 0.2 percent compared to Tennessee’s 2023 survey result of 92.0 percent. The survey …
With winter weather forecasted in the coming days, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will put brine on the roads and prepare to utilize its Highway Incident Response Unit, which provides emergency assistance to motorists. In anticipation of icy roads and freezing temperatures, TDOT has drivers prepared to work overtime. TDOT’s Transportation Management Center directs …
In January, low-wage workers in Tennessee will be missing out on pay hikes seen in 23 other states. In the new year, the minimum wage will reach or exceed $15 an hour for some or all employees in eight states and 47 cities and counties. Jeff Strand, director of public policy for the Tennessee Disability Coalition, said …
A Tennessee judge has blocked a new law that would have imposed age verification for websites with adult content, citing First Amendment concerns. The law, set to take effect on Wednesday was aimed to impose age restrictions on social media platforms like TikTok. In the ruling, the judge said, “In its attempt to protect children, the State …
Ruby Falls, one of the most iconic attractions in Chattanooga, marked its 96th anniversary of discovery this past Monday. Located deep within Lookout Mountain, this breathtaking 145-foot underground waterfall was uncovered in 1928 by explorer Leo Lambert. Since opening to the public in 1929, just a year after its discovery, Ruby Falls has transformed from …
On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at approximately 10:18 AM, police were dispatched to the 200 block of S. Oak Street regarding a Domestic Assault in Progress. Police were advised that there was a female and a male fighting, that a shovel was thrown towards a blue car, and that the blue car left the scene. …
At midnight, as the New Year rang in, the JHFD and JFD responded to a fire that originated from a fireplace at a home on River Bluffs Drive. Upon arrival, they observed smoke coming from the eaves. They confirmed that everyone was safely out of the home and began extinguishing the fire. The heat from …
The Kimball Campus of Chattanooga State is expanding its Nursing program with increased seat availability starting Fall 2025. Chattanooga State’s Nursing Program prepares compassionate and skilled nurses to meet the growing healthcare needs of our community. The program offers a supportive learning environment with experienced faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. The deadline to apply is March …
Temperatures are predicted to drop over the next couple of weeks. Cold weather brings greater risks to homeowners and their families as more people stay indoors to keep warm. This winter, stay warm and safe with some easy-to-remember fire safety tips. -Keep flammable items like blankets, rugs, or furniture at least three feet away from …
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