Here is the weekly road construction report for District 29: BRADLEY COUNTY I-75 resurfacing from north of SR-60 (MM 25) to south of SR-308 (MM 31): During this reporting period, the contractor will have nightly lane closures beginning at 7 PM and ending at 6 AM to support resurfacing operations between Exits 25 and 33. The contractor will also have shoulder closures in place ... (click for more)

The intersection of Chestnut Street at 3rd Street will be closed beginning Monday at noon for a four-week duration. This closure is in preparation for the upcoming milling and paving of Chestnut Street, which requires the stabilization of the intersection prior to paving. The estimated time frame, weather permitting is as follows: Week 1: Demolition of all brick, crosswalks ... (click for more)

A 21-year-old man was shot and killed in East Chattanooga on Saturday morning. The victim was identified as Jailen Wofford. At approximately 10:27 a.m., Chattanooga Police responded to 3410 Campbell St. on a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, officers located a shooting victim and secured the area. Hamilton County EMS transported the victim to a hospital ... (click for more)

A jury of 12 found Janet Hinds guilty of vehicular homicide by intoxication after spending part of Thursday, all of Friday, and Saturday morning deliberating. She is facing eight to 12 years in prison, and will be sentenced on November 1. “It was a tragedy for both families.” Nicholas Galinger’s father Barry Galinger said. “A long time ago, people told me it would get easier ... (click for more)

First let me say I agree 100 percent with the verdict. But at the same time I cant help think about how one tragic mistake can destroy two lives forever. Officer Galinger was doing his job and gave his life for our city. I don't know Ms. Hinds and have no connection to anyone involved in the case, but she appears to be a law-abiding citizen for her entire life who has never been ... (click for more)

NOTE: Glitches happen in life and due to “operator error, The Saturday Funnies have become The Sunday Funnies this week. I hope you will enjoy these … * * * ILLEGAL COCKFIGHTS IN LOUISIANA The Louisiana State Police had received numerous reports of illegal cockfights being held in the area around Abbeville and had sent their famous Detective Boudreaux from Thibodeaux to ... (click for more)