Betty Faye Williamson, 54, of Copperhill, died on May 16, 2013.  She was born in Salisbury, N..,C and raised in Chattanooga. She worked at Animal Clinic East for 12 years and was a big animal lover. She was loved by all who knew her.  Survivors include husband, Bill, and son, Kale. She was loved by brothers, sisters, and in-laws. Send condolences at www.CovenantFuneral.com ... (click for more)

Kimberly “Gussy” Dawson, 46 of Trion, GA, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Hutcheson Medical Center following a long illness.    She was born in LaFayette, GA on March 8, 1967.  Mrs. Dawson was a former paramedic with Chattooga County EMS.  She loved her job and won EMT of the year out of 16 counties.  She was a member of the Waterville Baptist ... (click for more)

Billy Harvey Burns, 76, of McDonald, Tennessee, died on Thursday, May 9, 2013 in a local hospital. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, former Golden Gloves boxer, former quarterback for Chattanooga’s first semi-pro football team, the Chattanooga Cherokees, former safety inspector for the Chattanooga TNT plant and a retired painting contractor. He was preceded in death by his ... (click for more)

Brenda Kaye Lynn, 62, of East Ridge, died on Thursday, May 16, 2013 in a local hospital.   She was employed with Cracker Barrel as a trainer and server for 23 years. Brenda loved to fish and loved children. She was a supporter of military veterans. She is survived by her husband, Steven Lynn. The family will receive friends from 2-6 p.m. on Sunday, May ... (click for more)

Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke said Friday he is keeping Bobby Dodd as police chief. “I have had numerous conversations with Chief Dodd over the last several weeks,” said Mayor Berke. “I appreciate his dedication and experience in law enforcement and have asked him to continue to serve as chief of police.” “I look forward to continuing to work with Mayor Berke and his administration, ... (click for more)

Riverbend Festival Executive Director Chip Baker told the Civitan Club on Friday that the city's decision to no longer provide city police officers inside the festival gates will cost pin prices to go up next year. Mr. Baker said, "I understand the actions that governments have to take, but we'll have to adjust our prices next year. How much, I don't know yet." City officials ... (click for more)