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DAVID CARROLL holds up his latest book, "Hello Chattanooga," that he spoke about to members of the Kiwanis Club of Cleveland at the club’s recent meeting.

Longtime TV news anchor David Carroll discusses origin of 'Hello Chattanooga' lesson in history

While he also could be considered a famous person in the local area, longtime TV news anchor and education advocate David Carroll noted the Chattanooga and Cleveland region has hosted its share of … more

By ALLEN MINCEY | 12/6/21

THE SOUTH CLEVELAND Church of God RoyalRangers "Toy Land" float cruises down Keith Street during the Downtown Cleveland Christmas Parade on Saturday.

Christmas Parade cruise through downtown Cleveland

The MainStreet Christmas Parade was a beautiful success Saturday evening.The winners in the float divisions were announced by Sharon Marr, executive director of MainStreet Cleveland.They are as … more

12/5/21

THE CLEVELAND AND BRADLEY COUNTY Community Christmas Tree is finally lit for the holiday season.

Christmas on the Square

12/4/21

LIKE ITS 2020 PREDECESSOR, the COVID-19 pandemic dominated the news headlines in Cleveland and Bradley County in 2021. Yet, the twist this year was more about the vaccine than the virus itself. Was it among the Top 10 Newsmakers of 2021 in this community? Readers will find out over the course of the next month.

Top 10 Newsmakers of 2021 series to launch Wednesday

Calendar Year 2020’s greatest gift to Cleveland and Bradley County residents — and arguably the entire state and nation — came with its Dec. 31 close; in a word, it ended.Mercifully so, most … more

By RICK NORTON | 12/4/21

VOLUNTEER ISAIAH GREENE prepares to serve deserts to guests following their feast.

Three Kings Feast held at St. Therese

12/4/21

HAYES MARTIN, a U.S. Navy plebe now enrolled at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., recently visited the local area talking to young people about the benefits of joining the service. Martin is a native of Cleveland and Cleveland High School graduate.

Hayes Martin talks about Navy experience with local youth

The attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, led many young Americans to enlist in the Armed Forces. While joining the Army, Navy, Marines or Air Force may have lessened since then, except in times of … more

By ALLEN MINCEY | 12/4/21

FLAGS for the state of Tennessee, the United States of America and Canada flutter above the entrance to Cannon Automotive Solutions, located in Spring Branch Industrial Park. The auto parts plant is expected to begin full production early next year, according to Doug Berry, vice president of economic development for the Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce. Currently, the plant is in start-up mode, with employees assembling prototype parts to ensure they meet specifications for auto manufacturing companies in which Cannon does business.

Cannon Automotive in start-up mode; full production expected in early 2022

Spring Branch Industrial Park’s Cannon Automotive Solutions expects to reach full production by early next year, according to Doug Berry, vice president for economic development at the … more

By TIM SINIARD | 12/4/21

ALAN AND CYNDI SUMMERS receive a proclamation honoring the late Ralph Summers from Bradley County Mayor D. Gary Davis, right.

Life Bridges campus dedicated to late Ralph D. Summers

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By AUTUMN HUGHES | 12/4/21

KAB recruiting board, active members

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By AUTUMN HUGHES | 12/4/21

THE 2022 CHEROKEE District Ruritan cabinet members were installed during the recent awards program. From left are Ryan Ogle, chaplain; Christina Ross, foundation chairman; Marilyn Williford, youth coordinator; James Dobbs, 2022 District governor; Joyce Johnson, Zone 5 governor; Connie Dobbs, Zone 4 lieutenant governor; Melody Parris, Zone 3 lieutenant governor; Douglas Parris, Zone 3 governor; David Cox, zone 2 lieutenant governor; Bryan Frye, Zone 3 governor; John Patterson, Zone 1 governor; and Marie Mosely, secretary.

Cherokee District Ruritan honors chapters

CHEROKEE DISTRICT of Ruritan National recently held its awards program. Zone 1 Gov. Bryan Frye, left, accepts the McDonald/Black Fox Community Service Award from Linda Melton, District governor, and John Patterson, awards chairman. The club won gold honors in Business and Professions, Environment, Public Service, and Citizenship and Patriotism, and silver for Social Development. more

12/4/21

12-5 I see by the Banner

The Cleveland City Schools Board of Education will meet on Monday, Dec. 6, at 5:30 at the Administrative Office Building, 4300 Mouse Creek Road N.W.———The Bradley County Democrats will be … more

12/4/21

WCLE's Steve Hartline, center, and fellow Empty Stocking Fund “10 Days of Giving” co-hosts Brenda Lawson and Brad Moffett during a remote broadcast for the fundraising campaign held Friday at Garden Plaza of Cleveland.

Empty Stocking Fund closes in on halfway point on Day 5 of "10 Days of Giving": $74,103

Day 5 of the Empty Stocking Fund’s “10 Days of Giving” campaign pushed this year’s $150,000 fundraising goal to the halfway mark, with more than $7,000 donated from generous local residents … more

By TIM SINIARD | 12/3/21

12-3 It's a special day for

Belinda Conner, who is celebrating a birthday today ... Brittany and Kevin Cannon, who are celebrating their first anniversary today. more

12/3/21

IN WHAT ORGANIZERS consider a "WOW" moment, the Empty Stocking Fund on Day 4 — including pledges made during the morning WCLE broadcast — raised a whopping $30,321.41, bringing the Christmas drive's four-day total to $65,876.41. The annual campaign continues with Day 5 on Friday morning, and will originate from Garden Plaza on Keith Street.

EMPTY STOCKING FUND WELCOMES A 'WOW' MORNING

In the world of Christmastime giving, Thursday morning's overwhelming community response to the Empty Stocking Fund's fourth day of its "10 Days of Giving" campaign might best be described as a … more

By RICK NORTON | 12/2/21

Blood Assurance reports less than one-day supply of O-negative and O-positive blood types; pleading for donors

As the Southeast region focuses much of its attention on the holiday season, the area’s blood supply is anything but merry. Blood Assurance currently has less than a one-day supply of … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 12/2/21

Bradley County active cases of COVID-19 still rising; omicron variant confirmed in U.S.

Active cases of COVID-19 have slightly increased in Bradley County following the Thanksgiving holiday and amid concerns about the new omicron variant of the virus. Bradley County’s active … more

By KAITLIN GEBBY | 12/2/21

CAMERON FISHER, left, longtime chairman of the Cleveland/Bradley County Greenway, accepts a check from Brittany Katz, owner of Terra Running Company. The amount includes a symbolic $2,001 donation in honor of the y ear the greenway was founded.

Thanksgiving Day run caps off year of celebration for 20-year-old Cleveland/Bradley County Greenway

A Thanksgiving Day running event capped a year-long celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Cleveland/Bradley County Greenway. More than 400 runners and walkers took part in one of three race … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 12/2/21

Bradley County Schools increases graduation rates for eighth consecutive year

The Tennessee Department of Education announced 2021 graduation rates recently, showing Bradley County Schools is one of 37 school districts that improved this year. Bradley County Schools … more

By KAITLIN GEBBY | 12/2/21

Better Business Bureau warns of impact of supply-chain, microchip shortages

In an era when electronics always dominate the Christmastime rage, it’s also a year when hiccups in the supply chain and microchip shortages — blamed on COVID-19 — are making it harder to find … more

By RICK NORTON | 12/2/21

FREE2FLY'S HAILEY JOHNSTON GETS MAINSTREET AWARD

Hailey Johnston, founder and president of Free2Fly, the nonprofit organization that has strengthened downtown Cleveland’s retail sector — while also empowering women who have endured homelessness … more

By TIM SINIARD | 12/2/21