The Hamilton County Democratic Party last week issued a news release in which they called Republican sheriff nominee Jim Hammond a “mugwump” — the derogatory term for Republicans who did not support the GOP presidential candidate in 1884.
May 11, 2008
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Democrats call Hammond a 'mugwump'
Thurman part of 'team' in unanimous school board budget vote
School board member Rhonda Thurman has complained publicly that she often finds herself on the wrong end of an 8-1 vote at board meetings.
May 4, 2008
No answers for wily coyotes
Evidently, coyotes continue to explore city neighborhoods.
April 27, 2008
Hammond wants sheriff’s department accredited
Hamilton County sheriff nominee Jim Hammond said he wants to get the sheriff’s department nationally accredited to help standardize personnel practices and obtain federal grants.
April 20, 2008
Sheriff candidate Winters sued East Ridge over job loss
Jim Winters, an independent candidate for Hamilton County sheriff in the Aug. 7 election, sued the city of East Ridge 31 years ago over what he claimed was a baseless firing.
April 13, 2008
Mackey seeking veterans’ hospital for this area
Hamilton County Commissioner Warren Mackey said at Wednesday’s commission meeting that the Chattanooga area is in dire need of a hospital for veterans.
April 6, 2008
Leno ribs Long for ill-fated jail tour
Jay Leno joked Monday night about a Chattanooga Times Free Press item that reported that former Sheriff Billy Long had promised to take students to the Hamilton County Jail.
March 30, 2008
Alexander: Presidential nominating system ‘embarrassing’
U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., said the United States “should be embarrassed” by its system of nominating presidential candidates.
March 23, 2008
County clerk seeks to reinstate blood tests for marriage licenses
In response to a recent study, County Clerk Bill Knowles issued a statement calling for blood tests to once again be made a requirement for obtaining a marriage license in Tennessee.
March 16, 2008
Library circulation up over 2007
Despite reduced hours at three branches, circulation at the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Bicentennial Library was up slightly in February 2008 compared with February 2007.
March 9, 2008
Library gets money for Teen Center
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Bicentennial Library received a $10,000 state grant that will be used for a “Teen Center” at the main branch downtown.
March 2, 2008
Shafer: Take Chattanooga water delivery “for what it is”
The Senate sponsor of a Georgia General Assembly resolution related to shifting the state line to tap into Tennessee water told reporters he didn’t feel insulted by two Chattanooga city representatives dropping off bottled water today.
February 27, 2008
Littlefield sees off Atlanta-bound delegation
Mayor Ron Littlefield and staffers saw off city representatives this morning as they headed off to Atlanta in a truck stocked with bottled water.
February 27, 2008First Person
Mother's Day in Africa a time for reflection for visitor to Ghana
2008-05-11
Each Mother’s Day, I have tried to come up with creative ways to show my mother just how much she means to me. From handmade cards, to craft projects, I’ve done it all.
2008-05-11
Each Mother’s Day, I have tried to come up with creative ways to show my mother just how much she means to me. From handmade cards, to craft projects, I’ve done it all.
Environmental thoughts: Take the quizzes
2008-05-07
2008-05-07
Metro Chatt
Democrats call Hammond a 'mugwump'
2008-05-11
The Hamilton County Democratic Party last week issued a news release in which they called Republican sheriff nominee Jim Hammond a “mugwump” — the derogatory term for Republicans who did not support the GOP presidential candidate in 1884.
2008-05-11
The Hamilton County Democratic Party last week issued a news release in which they called Republican sheriff nominee Jim Hammond a “mugwump” — the derogatory term for Republicans who did not support the GOP presidential candidate in 1884.
No answers for wily coyotes
2008-04-27
2008-04-27
CD Reviews
CD Reviews: Justin Townes Earle: “The Good Life.” Bloodshot Records.
2008-02-11
For those who loved country before Music Row smothered it in studio laquerwork or who are just fans of flavorful southern music with short attention spans, here’s the skinny on singer/songwriter Justin Townes Earle’s studio debut “The Good LIfe”: as soon as it hits shelves March 25, pick it up.
2008-02-11
For those who loved country before Music Row smothered it in studio laquerwork or who are just fans of flavorful southern music with short attention spans, here’s the skinny on singer/songwriter Justin Townes Earle’s studio debut “The Good LIfe”: as soon as it hits shelves March 25, pick it up.
CD Review: The Fervor’s studio debut has strong vocal presence, could use more instruments
2008-01-25
2008-01-25
Dick Clark's musical pot luck
2007-10-30
2007-10-30
A defiantly diverse farewell
2007-09-21
2007-09-21
Scenic City Sounds
Joe Buck stops by Studio '99
2008-05-09
If you were to describe Joe Buck in one word you might say “honest.”
2008-05-09
If you were to describe Joe Buck in one word you might say “honest.”
What we’re listening to: a discussion
2008-04-25
2008-04-25
The Melinda Kingsley Band in Studio ’99
2008-04-18
2008-04-18
Food
'Protein foods'
2008-05-07
I heard a woman talking about the rising price of rice on the news recently, and she said she’d just have to find other ways to get protein in her family’s diet.
2008-05-07
I heard a woman talking about the rising price of rice on the news recently, and she said she’d just have to find other ways to get protein in her family’s diet.
Small town perspective
2008-04-30
2008-04-30
Thoughts of a pimento cheese sandwich
2008-04-23
2008-04-23
Checking out the labels
2008-04-16
2008-04-16
Prep Sports
Prep baseball turns to postseason tournaments
2008-05-04
Grace Academy fell on hard times this weekend, losing to Silverdale Baptist 18-5 in the District 5-A tournament.
2008-05-04
Grace Academy fell on hard times this weekend, losing to Silverdale Baptist 18-5 in the District 5-A tournament.
It’s great to be outside, but ...
2008-04-18
2008-04-18
NASCAR
Old Darlington is doing just fine after all
2008-05-11
Whether it came by accident or was the end result of a great plan by NASCAR officials doesn’t matter. The bottom line is The Lady in Black is doing just fine these days.
2008-05-11
Whether it came by accident or was the end result of a great plan by NASCAR officials doesn’t matter. The bottom line is The Lady in Black is doing just fine these days.
Talladega: Busch’s new patience key to win
2008-04-29
2008-04-29
Patrick draws attention to IRL for a change
2008-04-25
2008-04-25
UT UGA UTC
Georgia tops early-May Sweet 16 poll
2008-05-10
The one bothersome element in the 2008 preseason college football polls you’ll see in various outlets is the inclusion of schedule strength. A team will move up (usually Ohio State) or down (typically Georgia) because of the schedule.
2008-05-10
The one bothersome element in the 2008 preseason college football polls you’ll see in various outlets is the inclusion of schedule strength. A team will move up (usually Ohio State) or down (typically Georgia) because of the schedule.
Davidson enjoying life in the Sweet 16
2008-03-27
2008-03-27
Shouldered load
2008-03-26
2008-03-26
Summitt wants it loud at Purdue
2008-03-25
2008-03-25
NCAA
Davidson enjoying life in the Sweet 16
2008-03-27 They lined up along Faculty Drive late Wednesday afternoon, four and five deep, quite possibly more folks than Davidson College’s 1,700 total students.
2008-03-27 They lined up along Faculty Drive late Wednesday afternoon, four and five deep, quite possibly more folks than Davidson College’s 1,700 total students.
Shouldered load
2008-03-26
2008-03-26
Summitt wants it loud at Purdue
2008-03-25
2008-03-25
