Chattanooga’s Fall Family Fest Block Party set for October 28
The festival will include trunk-or-treating, food trucks, and face painting. The City of Chattanooga and sponsoring organizations are excited to announce that the Fall Family Fest Block Party is back for another year of family fun and excitement. This year’s event will happen on Saturday, October 28th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 5704 Marlin Road in […]
Hamilton Department to Participate in Statewide “Fight Flu TN” Initiative Wednesday, November 1st.
The Hamilton County Health Department will participate in the statewide “Fight Flu TN” initiative by offering free flu shots to anyone six months and older. This event will take place on Wednesday, November 1st, at multiple locations throughout Hamilton County. Details: Locations- Adults Only Locations- Adults and Children– All Health Department sites are open 8:00-4:00 *If a minor […]
Tennessee American Water Reminds Residents of Drug Take Back on Saturday, October 28
Several Regional Sites Make It Convenient to Drop Off Medications for Safe Disposal Tennessee American Water is encouraging residents to participate in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this coming Saturday, October 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern time zone. Customers are encouraged to drop off unwanted medications at approved […]
Chattanooga Community Centers Offer After School Education For Students
Almost three dozen educational and tutoring programs across 17 community centers are curated to stimulate students’ minds after school. The Department of Community Development is focusing on fall programming by offering after-school education for all students in Hamilton County. Chattanooga community centers welcome each age group of students where they’ll have a safe space to choose […]
Mayor Kelly selected for U.S. Department of State local leader assembly
Group of mayors, governors, and other municipal leaders will work together to strengthen local communities Mayor Tim Kelly will serve on the Department of State’s inaugural Assembly of Local Leaders, a group of mayors, governors, and other municipal leaders who will gather to discuss and inform federal officials on matters affecting local governments. Mayor Kelly […]
Parkridge Health System to host annual medication take back event at Camp Jordan ER
Parkridge Health System announced that it is hosting its annual medication take back event to raise awareness about the dangers of opioid misuse and proper disposal of medications. The event, “Crush the Crisis,” will take place at Parkridge Camp Jordan ER, 843 Camp Jordan Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN from 10am-2pm. “Crush the Crisis” aligns with the […]
City of Chattanooga’s Neighborhood Services Division opens applications for Neighborhood Action Grant 2023- 2024
The City of Chattanooga’s Department of Neighborhood Services and Development announced today that applications for the Neighborhood Action Grant 2023-2024 will open on Monday, October 16th. Neighborhood Associations, HOAs, and other registered neighborhood-based organizations within Chattanooga city limits can apply for grants of up to $2,500 to fund projects that strengthen community bonds. The grant application period […]
Dr. Walter C. Kerschl named CMO of Parkridge Medical Center
Walter C. Kerschl, MD, has been named the chief medical officer of Parkridge Medical Center. “We are honored to welcome Dr. Kerschl as our new chief medical officer at Parkridge Medical Center,” said Chris Cosby, president and chief executive officer of Parkridge Health System. “His leadership, experience and medical expertise will greatly benefit our hospital […]
Chattanooga awarded $12.5 million for ‘Freedom Homestead,’ a multi-behavioral community to address needs of veterans experiencing homelessness
Frontline Response, a faith-based non-profit headquartered in Atlanta, made the award for the national pilot project against other major cities. No local taxpayer dollars are involved in the project. Mayor Tim Kelly, on behalf of the City of Chattanooga, is thrilled to share a major investment that will contribute significantly to supporting a vulnerable population […]
Kelly Administration highlights key public safety initiatives ahead of National Night Out
Mayor Tim Kelly and the Chattanooga Police Department are highlighting a series of public safety initiatives ahead of National Night Out, a campaign that promotes police-community partnerships to enhance relationships between residents and law enforcement, and to make our neighborhoods safer places to live. As cities across the country grapple with the scourge of violent […]
