Ringgold Georgia hosts gospel and bluegrass performers at the historic Ringgold Depot the second weekend of every month. This weekend’s entertainment includes Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame member Archie Watkins, performing for the Sacred Sounds Friday night program, and local country music group the Robby Hopkins Band, Saturday night at the Ringgold Opry.  Sacred ... (click for more)

Chattanooga's 38th Annual Houston Museum Antiques Show and Sale will be held Feb. 24-26, at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Centennial Hall. There is a special preview brunch with early buying privileges Friday, Feb. 24 from 8:30-10 a.m. Organizers said, "Come experience one of the Southeast's most prestigious antiques events, with more than 25 well-known antiques dealers who display ... (click for more)

The Election Commission voted Wednesday to send the city of Chattanooga a bill for its expenses in the Mayor Ron Littlefield recall case. Chairman Mike Walden said, "They've known about the problem (with the city charter's recall provision) for six years and they've done nothing about it. They've known all about this lawsuit and they've done nothing about it." He added, "I ... (click for more)

A Comcast employee, Adrian Lewisson, 47, was directing traffic on Tuesday, when he was struck by a car driven by Justina Mays, 47. Chattanooga Police Officers responded to the scene at 500 Browns Ferry Road, at 1:50 p.m. Mr. Lewisson sustained serious injuries and was taken to Erlanger Hospital for treatment, where he is listed in critical condition. Charges may be filed ... (click for more)

Dear Roy,   I am flattered that you and I think a lot alike and that we both use the same 'Rule Book.'  I also agree with you that it is healthy to offer differing opinions.  However, I disagree with you on the issue of discretionary spending.   I did not see you at the Hamilton County Pachyderm Club meeting on Monday.  Sorry that I did not see you ... (click for more)

Back when I was in my late 20s, still really dumb but all eager to make a difference in the world, I got tangled up in a life-changing caper late one night. A close friend called and frantically asked if I knew anybody who had a private plane. She said a real sick child needed to get to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis  – it was desperate -- and the life-or-death ... (click for more)