Patriotic parade held for Medal of Honor recipient on 9/11
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Monday, September 11 will be a patriotic day in the scenic city. Remembering the sacrifice of first responders, as well as service men and women, a patriotic…
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Amelia Greer is a recent graduate from Tennessee Technological University where she attained her Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies: Communication/Journalism. While at Tech, she worked in promotions for the university as a student writer and social media intern.
Dunlap, Tenn. is her hometown and she was raised in the Sequatchie Valley. She had the privilege of being involved in multiple local events in the Dunlap community such as volunteering for the Sequatchie Co. Cancer Support Network and performing in “Hee Haw.”
Greer plays music with her family and is an active member of First Baptist Church of Dunlap. She looks forward to serving her local community and sharing stories.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Monday, September 11 will be a patriotic day in the scenic city. Remembering the sacrifice of first responders, as well as service men and women, a patriotic…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An 18-year-old woman lost her life in a fatal car crash near the East Ridge Tunnel early Sunday morning. Chattanooga Police, Chattanooga Fire, and Hamilton County EMS responded to 2500 Westside Drive a little after 3:00…
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Dunlap’s second Saturday monthly concert turned into a celebration of life for Sandra Gray Roberts. Sandra was a well-known singer in the Sequatchie Valley. At just 45…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Camp Jordan Arena is hosting the Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinic from Saturday, Sept. 9 to Sunday, Sept. 10. “RAM’s mission is to prevent pain and alleviate suffering by providing…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities are investigating an overnight shooting on Glass Street. Chattanooga Police responded to a call in the 2400 block of Glass Street at 8:21 p.m. on Friday night. Shortly after the shots fired call, two individuals…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There are just a little over 3,500 Medal of Honor recipients in the history of the United States. Larry Taylor is the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) announced grant funding that will be provided to departments across the state. Each government agency received grants to improve…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As September marks National Recovery Month, local rehabilitation centers are offering their guidance on a developing issue: female binge drinking. According to the CDC,…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- A butterfly festival was held on Saturday in Ringgold to celebrate the life of Katie Beth Carter and to support local ministries. …
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A SWAT standoff took place on Saturday night at a residence in S. Kelley Street. Chattanooga police officers and teams were dispatched to the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police officers and members of the Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) team responded to a domestic disorder on Saturday night. The scene indicated domestic disorder with a weapon. Officers got the call to the 1900…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police are investigating a fight and shooting that happened early Sunday morning. The shooting took place in the parking lot of the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police are continuing their investigation into Friday afternoon’s shooting of a 15-year-old on Bradt Street. Officers responded to a person shot call in the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police (CPD) teams handled a standoff on Friday night without any injuries. Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team and Hostage Negotiation Team (HNT)…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A three-year issue has just received a settlement from Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti. Auburn Hills Mobile Home Park has faced claims since 2020 after…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) -- It has gone by several different names from Tri-County Hospital to CHI Memorial... But most people remember it as the Hutcheson Medical Center. This historical landmark has plans…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police are investigating an overnight shooting on Long Street. Officers responded to a robbery call in the 2700 block of Long Street at 12:17 this morning. They found a 30-year-old man inside a residence who…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- On Sunday, at 9:47 p.m., Cleveland Police located a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Westside Dr. and Norman Chapel Rd. Officers observed a motorcycle…
WHITESIDE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Haletown Volunteer Fire Department (HVFD) responded to a structure fire on Saturday night in Whiteside, Tenn. A little after 11:00 p.m. HVFD was dispatched…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Following the special session held in Nashville this week, some concerns were raised by Tennesseans. No-sign rules were imposed which were the subject of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Sunday, Aug. 27 is national cinema day, and Regal Cinemas at Hamilton Place Mall celebrated the occasion with discounted ticket and concession prices. The…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Market hosted a 'Meet the Mocs' Team Spirit Day that included various teams from UTC. Student athletes met at the market Sunday…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors along with Outdoor Chattanooga hosted a weekend full of family-friendly fun. The inaugural 'Chatt Town Cool Down' helped the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police responded to a fatal shooting on Water Street late Friday night. The call was dispatched to the 200 block of Water Street…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The annual 'MORE THAN PINK Walk' is coming up in just a few weeks. Susan G. Komen raises funds and awareness for breast…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Outdoor Chattanooga hosts 'Chatt Town Cool Down' for the first time this weekend. The event will act as an end of summer party. Bracing the heat, there will be water-related events for the public. “And…
SEQUATCHIE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A long weekend of hard enduro racing took over Sequatchie, Tennessee. Riders from the amateur level all the way to professional competed…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Local McDonald’s owner-operators are back with an impactful initiative-- “Fries for School Supplies.” The program will run from August 21 to August 25. McDonald’s…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The state of Tennessee Office of the District Attorney General updated the public on an officer involved shooting on August 11. Footage was released…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Local bar and lounge, 'The Blue Light' is rumored to have shut down for good. Located on 43 Station St. next to 'Songbirds'…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Rivals Brainerd and Howard were scheduled to play Saturday at 5 p.m. in the season opener for both teams. However, the game at Brainerd High was…
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) -- The LaFayette Police Department along with the FBI in Atlanta and Dalton announced earlier today that missing teen, Graycie Millard has been found in Arizona. After…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- 'Voices for a Safer Tennessee' is a nonpartisan group advocating for firearm safety and reform. A special session will begin on August 21…
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- EPB partnered with Hamilton County Schools to aid students with resources so they can be successful. Having internet and Wi-Fi can encourage students to…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- She is the first girl in Tennessee history to win the wrestling tournament and earn a spot in the World Championships. Her…
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Storms continued Sunday night with another report of lightning striking a home. The house fire took place on Signal Mountain. At 7:35…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police responded to a person shot call in the 4700 block of Pawnee Trail at 11:25 Saturday night. When police arrived, they found a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Police traffic unit responded to a deadly motorcycle crash at 9:26 p.m. Friday night at 304 North Cherokee Boulevard. Preliminary…
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Lightning struck a tree and traveled into a Soddy Daisy home while storms rolled through this afternoon. At 4:01 pm, Sequoyah Volunteer Fire…