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Local Boys & Girls Clubs offering free meals to kids

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Ocoee Region are participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Meals will be provided at no cost to eligible … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/20/22

Send me

Hello, can you hear me? When you hear this question on your phone, we are warned not to answer “Yes.” The reply could lead to your being scammed. Good advice. But when God asks, “Can you … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 7/20/22

You’re getting warmer!

“Then said Jesus again unto them, I go my way, and ye shall seek me, and shall die in your sins: whither I go, ye cannot come. Then said the Jews, Will he kill himself? because he saith, Whither I … more

DENNIS CAGLE | 7/20/22

City schools looking for bus drivers and substitutes

A shortage of bus drivers has been an ongoing challenge for school systems across the state as they prepare for the upcoming school year, and Cleveland City Schools is no different ⏤ its … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/19/22

Cleveland couple charged in greenway assaults

A Cleveland man and woman are facing charges in connection to an alleged assault of a man, woman and two children that took place on the Cleveland/Bradley Greenway on Friday, July 15, the … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/18/22

Sarah Bruun, constituent of District 4, spoke to the Bradley County Commission on Monday about her concerns with the Election Commission's spending.

Landfill vote delayed but public's frustration with Election Commission continues

The Bradley County Commission’s voting session today, July 18, was brief, but concluded with more questions from the public about Election Commission oversight.During communication from … more

By GRANT BROMLEY | 7/18/22

GROUNDBREAKING WAS HELD last week for Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken. The restaurant will be located in the Ocoee Crossing Center, and construction on the project is planned to begin this week. At the groundbreaking were, from left, Bradley County Commissioner Milan Blake; Camryn Stallings, Champy’s downtown Chattanooga site manager; Champy’s COO Aaron Murray; Crissy and Seth Champion; Cleveland Mayor Kevin Brooks; Adam Lewis, assistant to Bradley County Mayor D. Gary Davis; and City Council members Marsha McKenzie and Ken Webb.

Diners can chomp on Champy's chicken soon

Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken officially broke ground at its Cleveland location last week, and construction on the new business should begin immediately.City and county officials joined … more

By ALLEN MINCEY | 7/18/22

STUDENTS from Cleveland State Community College were honored by members of the law enforcement community for their work in passing "Joker's Law." The reception for the students was held Wednesday, July 13.

K-9 officer Joker inspires Cleveland State students to get law passed

Criminal justice students from Cleveland State Community College were honored last week by local law enforcement for their role in passing a Tennessee law that makes it a automatic felony to kill or … more

By TIM SINIARD | 7/18/22

Educators mourn loss of Don Goff

Donald “Don” Goff, "a true Southern gentleman" who served as principal at George R. Stuart Elementary School for 18 years, passed away Thursday in Chattanooga. He was 76. Goff served was the … more

By ALLEN MINCEY | 7/18/22

KIWANIS CLUB of Cleveland members heard an update last week from the United Way of the Ocoee Region. From left are Jaynese Waddell, a Kiwanian and United Way’s director of community impact; Stephanie Linkous, United Way’s president and CEO; and Chuck Evans, Kiwanis Club president.

United Way girds for the future

Leaders of the United Way of the Ocoee Region last week shared future goals with the Kiwanis Club of Cleveland.United Way President and CEO Stephanie Linkous said the local organization was … more

By AUTUMN HUGHES | 7/18/22

JAIL DOCKETS

The following information was gathered solely from the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office. This list includes individuals who are, or have been, incarcerated in the Justice Center, and can include … more

7/18/22

'Honoring the Journey' set for Sept. 1

The Chattanooga-based Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer will host “Honoring the Journey,” a remembrance of life, from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, at the foundation’s Education … more

7/18/22

Commodities distribution is Thursday

The Bradley-Cleveland Community Service Agency will distribute USDA commodities Thursday, July 21.Eligible Bradley County residents may come in and pick up their commodity allocations under the … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/18/22

'20 Under 40' application deadline July 28

Do you know an individual who is an overachiever, inspires this community, a leader in the workforce, or strives to give back? Nominate them for the Cleveland Daily Banner's "20 Under 40" honors … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/18/22

A CROSS greets visitors at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church's recently completed McReynolds Courtyard, which is adjacent to a new playground where the old Bradley County Jail once stood. The former jail was used for church offices before its razing last year. During a recent Cleveland City Council meeting, Councilman Ken Webb, who snapped the photo, said, "I think it's a great addition to downtown Cleveland."

Courtyard bears its cross

7/18/22

Tennessee gas prices continue descent

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 17.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.09 on Monday, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/18/22

Southeastern Retina gets new physician

Dr. Asghar "Abbas" Haider has joined Southeastern Retina Associates in Cleveland and will begin seeing patients in mid-August at 2850 N. Ocoee St.Haider specializes in ocular oncology and is trained … more

7/18/22

Madisonville join state Main Street communities

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter announced this week that Madisonville has achieved Tennessee Main Street accreditation. Madisonville, … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/18/22

Landfill votes await Bradley County Commission

The Bradley County Commission will meet at noon Monday, July 18, to vote on two Bradley County Landfill items.On July 11, the commission heard from David Hollinshead, municipal sales manager of … more

By GRANT BROMLEY | 7/17/22

Cleveland to receive Tennessee Municipal League award

The Tennessee Municipal League will present the city of Cleveland with the Excellence in Downtown Revitalization and Historic Preservation Award in recognition of the city’s effort to “breathe … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/15/22