Daily editionTuesday, September 29th, 2026
Good morning, East Ridge.
The 5AM East Ridge Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of September.
Community
On Sept. 28, the Barry Stamey Prentice Cooper Youth Hunt brought children ages 6 to 16 and families together at Prentice Cooper State Forest to learn hunting skills.
Organizer Vince Sweeton, sustaining the event in honor of Barry Stamey, received a $500 Pay It Forward award to support his work.
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Health
Hamilton County EMS is offering free lifesaving training for residents ages 13 and older, with hands-on lessons in CPR, AED use, and emergency response.
The course runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 10 and Oct. 24 at 3916 Volunteer Drive in Chattanooga.
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Dr. Chris LeSar from the Vascular Institute of Chattanooga explains that fibroids can cause heavy periods, pelvic pain, and other symptoms, and he advises patients to get an ultrasound and discuss treatments (like uterine fibroid embolization) if their symptoms disrupt daily life.
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