James W. “Bill” McConkey, 80, passed away at his home in Hixson, Tennessee, on January 15, 2022. Bill was born in Athens, Tn. He attended McMinn County High School and the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. He worked in building construction and property management and was in the Army National Guard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ollie and Bernice McConkey. ... (click for more)

Robert Dean “Polar Bear” Keith, 67, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away Monday afternoon, January 17, 2022, at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga. He was born on Dec. 9, 1954, in Rhea County, the son of the late Hubert and Irene (Wykoff) Keith. Polar Bear was also preceded in death by his brothers, Bill Keith and Donald “Duck” Keith. Polar Bear lived in Chattanooga ... (click for more)

William F. Meeks, 46, of Whitwell, Tennessee, passed away on January 17, 2022. William was born on May 6,1975, to Jesse Franklin Meeks and Mary Ellen Bigelow Meeks. William enjoyed the outdoors and fishing. He had a love for woodworking and being a handyman. William was a loving husband and hard working man. He was a man of God and preached in many different churches. William ... (click for more)

Jennifer Lynn Coulter, 66, of Dayton Mountain, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 19, 2022 at Erlanger Medical Center. She was born on Nov. 23, 1955, in Mount Airy, Md., the daughter of the late Elmer and Wilma (Longmire) Longmire. Jennifer was also preceded in death by her son, Brian Lee Coulter. Jennifer lived in Dayton Mountain most of her life. She was a Rhea ... (click for more)

Riverbend Festival, Chattanooga’s original music festival, announced their entire lineup for this year’s festival. With performances scheduled for the Coca-Cola, Bud Light and Chevrolet stages, this year’s lineup features over 20 acts from local fan favorites to legendary performers. Country duo Brothers Osborne will kick off the festival on June 3. The duo recently won ‘Best ... (click for more)

The county schools is improving pay for staff members who put in extra time helping students while there is a dire shortage of substitute teachers. The school system is also improving pay for child care workers and will begin charging more for child care service. Officials said, "Hamilton County Schools recognizes the sacrifices our employees make when teaching vacancies remain ... (click for more)