In 2021, the Soddy Bank building celebrates 100 years of being part of the local community. It does not happen often - a Historical Association gets to celebrate a 100-year milestone in a building that their own museum is located. But, the Soddy, Daisy & Montlake Historical Association (SDMHA) gets to do just that on May 15. In 1911 the Soddy Banking Company was ... (click for more)

A friend of mine just dropped off a Tennessee Red Cedar manufacturing company piece. It is a miniature roll top desk. A small child could sit at it and it appears authentic. Does anyone know anything about their manufacturing or have any indication of its value? I had never heard of this company until I saw the sticker in the drawer. Any information anyone ... (click for more)

Hamilton County had 45 new coronavirus cases on Monday, bringing the total to 44,583. There has been one more death from the virus, and the total is 495 in the county. It is reported to be a white man, aged 51-60. The number of those who have recovered from coronavirus in Hamilton County is 43,528, which is 98 percent, and there are 560 active cases. There are 35 patients ... (click for more)

Under TDEC’s and S&ME’s guidance, Conversant Group with Marion Environmental and BKS Construction are removing a legacy of Chattanooga’s polluted past from the ground on the Southside. Ground penetrating radar and prior records had recorded only one 2,000 gallon tank. John Anthony Smith, president of the Conversant Group, said, "Unfortunately, the supposed 2,000-gallon ... (click for more)

It has been a pleasure working with Ron Swafford in City Court. Ron has done a great job and has had an outstanding career. During the pandemic Ron and his staff worked tirelessly and courageously to keep the wheels on, even while in court proceedings were cancelled. During our working relations, Ron and I have become good friends. He is a good man with a fine family. I ... (click for more)

I am in the middle of reading Admiral William McRaven’s new book “The Hero Code” and strongly suspect that in the years to follow, there will be over a million moms who will make sure their children read it. In it are the lessons our mothers taught us – or certainly tried – as they equipped us for life as best they possibly could. “The Hero Code” is about such things as courage, ... (click for more)