On Wednesday, the ChattState community exceeded Give Day goal of $125,000, raising more than $132,000 for students and their futures. Because of a shared commitment to students, leaders launched brighter futures across Chattanooga State. This was a historic day, and it happened because of so many of you. And the countdown isn’t over. You can still …
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TDOT Suspending All Interstate Construction Work Easter Weekend Begining Thursday
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all interstate construction work on Easter weekend in anticipation of increased holiday travel. TDOT crews and contractors will stop all road construction work that requires lane closures beginning Thursday, April 2, at 6:00 p.m. through Monday, April 6, at 6:00 a.m. This will provide maximum roadway capacity to motorists …
Vegetation Removal Prompts Lane Closures on Interstate 24 in Marion County
Drivers traveling near I-24 East and West in Marion County are encouraged to be aware of maintenance activities that will have an impact on traffic. Currently the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews are closing the left lane on I-24 East and West from mile marker 140.6 to mile marker 166.4 for vegetation removal. Nightly closures will occur Sunday …
Gas Rises to over $4 per Gallon Nationwide, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia Stay Below
U.S. gas prices jumped past an average of $4 a gallon for the first time since 2022 on Tuesday, as the Iran war pushes fuel prices to soar worldwide. According to motor club AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is now $4.02 — over a dollar more expensive than before the war began. …
Tennessee American Water Asks Whitwell and Powells Crossroads Customers to Complete Water Service Line Survey
Tennessee American Water is asking customers who reside in Whitwell and Powells Crossroads to assist the water utility by self-identifying and reporting the material of the portion of pipe that connects the water meter to customer homes or businesses. This effort supports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, which requires all …
New Roller Coaster Coming to Lake Winnie
Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park is set to debut its new family-friendly roller coaster, “Lookout Safari,” in 2026. According to park officials, this fresh addition promises exciting speed and twists suitable for all ages. The ride will have a 656-foot track, offer two laps, and reach speeds of up to 21 mph. Guests will board a …
Erlanger to Upgrade Children’s Hospital
Erlanger Hospital is excited to announce major renovations to the Children’s emergency department, main lobby, and entryways to better serve the 80,000+ patients and families they see each year. Construction will begin this summer, though many projects are already underway, including: – a new Behavioral Health space within the ED – a Fast Track area …
Some Tennessee Leaders want to Pause State Gas Tax
As gas prices spike across Tennessee, some Democrats have called for a gas and diesel tax holiday to ease the pain at the pump but getting it passed will require cooperation from the Republican supermajority, which ultimately controls the budget. According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of gas in the Volunteer State has increased …
Drag Racing on I-24 Sends Two to Jail
Two individuals were taken into custody and formally charged with drag racing after allegedly passing a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper at speeds exceeding 100 mph, as stated in an arrest report. The affidavit indicates that the trooper was traveling at approximately 70 mph on Interstate 24 eastbound when a black Infiniti and a silver BMW …
Chattanooga State Kimball Open House is April 16
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 …



