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Grundy County Sheriff appoints new Chief Deputy

ALTAMONT, Tennessee (WDEF) - Grundy County Sheriff Clint Shrum has named a new Chief Deputy. Larry Sims worked as a Coffee County corrections officer and a Monteagle Police officer before joining Grundy County in 2016. The Sheriff says “I am…

Tennessee governor delivers 4th State of the State speech

By JONATHAN MATTISE and KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has promised to boost education funding, invest in infrastructure projects and funnel more money to the state’s law enforcement agencies. The Republican announced his…

Smoke but no fire at the Read House

UPDATE: Fire officials now say it was a malfunctioning boiler in the basement. The boiler was shut down until it can be repaired. _________ CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Can we chalk another one up…

TECH BYTE: What is Wordle?

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new game is taking the Internet by storm. If you haven't heard of Wordle, you've at least seen other people playing it while scrolling through…

Tax law changes and tips

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Tax season is here and there are some important changes to be mindful of. "Tax planning and tax strategy is not something fun to talk about. It’s…

CFD Responds to Space Heater Fire Saturday

Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Chattanooga Fire department responded to a fire started by a space heater Saturday afternoon. A House fire in 2700 block of Curtis Street with one occupant escaped with no injuries. Although no one was injured, this is…

Experts warn Chattanooga residents about heater safety

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- The cold weather is making its presence felt throughout Chattanooga. Before anyone runs to the heater for relief, the Chattanooga Fire Department has some pointers to keep everyone safe this winter. CFD Fire Chief Phil Hyman says…

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