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Amelia Greer joined WDEF-TV after graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Journalism at Tennessee Technological University in 2023.
She joined the newsroom as a multimedia journalist/reporter before transitioning into her role as a news anchor. Greer spent a few months crafting content for the weekend shows and online platforms before joining the News 12 This Morning team in 2024. Now she joins Chip Chapman each morning to keep viewers informed and start the day off on the right foot.
Amelia is a hometown girl. She grew up in Dunlap about 45 minutes from Chattanooga. She went to school in Sequatchie County and found her love for storytelling at a young age. Greer competed in 4-H Speeches and took leadership roles throughout the years to strengthen her confidence. She grew up singing with her family at church and in local concerts. During college she interned at Tennessee Tech as a student writer. This generated her love for writing and crafting meaningful articles. She also learned how to create content for social media which led her to an on-air connection. Now, she balances sharing hard news stories and lifestyle content all in one shift!
You can find her Monday through Friday on News 12 starting at 5AM. Amelia solo anchors the two-hour morning shows then transitions into her co-host role at 10AM for Let’s Chatt. Greer also takes on a producer role by building a 30-minute newscast that airs live at 12PM. For more feature segments, you can find her monthly series ‘Behind the Curtain‘ on the third Thursday of the month! She created this segment with morning producer Khristine Arnold to go behind the scenes at area attractions– giving viewers an exclusive look at what it takes to make places work.
If you want to see what goes on during Amelia’s day, follow her online @ameliaontheair. She posts daily ‘fit checks’ to engage with viewers near and far — bringing more of her personality to the industry.
News 12 This Morning: Lily Freeman with The Playlist joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight a unique, new attraction in Chattanooga. Lily is a performing server and marketing director at The…
News 12 This Morning: Papae Litchfield with Chattanooga Tourism Co. joins News 12's Amelia Greer to discuss a new survey, hoping to gauge community opinions. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As Chattanooga…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) -- You can now get a Chattanooga Public Library card for free if you live in Red Bank. The Red Bank Board of Commissioners developed this new program after an overwhelming…
News 12 This Morning: Olympic Gold Medalist, Olivia Reeves joins News 12's Chip Chapman to discuss her successful career in heavy weightlifting and how life has changed for her after gaining national…
News 12 This Morning: Lindsay Bright, Kyla Green, and Tonya Walker join News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight the list of aesthetic services they offer at their medical spa in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA,…
News 12 This Morning: Jaclyn Lewis with Ruby Falls joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a limited spooky series headed to the iconic Chattanooga tourist attraction. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Spooky…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A drone helped track down a 72-year-old hiker near the Blue Hole Monday. Hamilton County dispatchers received an SOS signal about a mile from the entrance in a wooded area. An elderly man was hiking…
News 12 This Morning: Thom Benson joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a film roaring its way to the Tennessee Aquarium's IMAX Theater. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two iconic Chattanooga landmarks…
News 12 This Morning: Tabi Upton with Moody Radio 88.9 FM Chattanooga joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a special women's event in September. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Grab your besties…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The city of Chattanooga is honoring one of their own after her spectacular journey at the Paris Olympics. Olivia Reeves won gold for heavy weightlifting. She's the second woman to ever…
News 12 This Morning: Race director, Jesse Gaylor joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the 5th annual Paddle for PanCAN 5K coming up in September. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --…
News 12 This Morning: Award-winning local author, Deborah Levine joins News 12's Amelia Greer to discuss her latest publications. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An award-winning author is releasing a teaching guide and…
News 12 This Morning: Kevin Lusk and Bailey Fraebel join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview an upcoming event, teeing up for a good cause. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two influential…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Looks like gas prices are rising in the Scenic City once again... but could be dropping nationally. Average prices in Chattanooga have risen just 3.4c/gallon in the last week. This averages to $2.90. On the bright…
News 12 This Morning: Robert Davis with 'Shop the Market at' joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview two upcoming events at the end of August. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --…
News 12 This Morning: Jake Cash and Cole Abbott with the Chattanooga Zoo join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview their long-awaited African expansion. They brought along Tommy Prickles, one of…
News 12 This Morning: Ann Treadwell and Randi Weiss with the Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the inaugural event and some traditional Jewish dishes that will…
News 12 This Morning: Tiffany Miller with Charlotte Grace Events and Rob Hoffbauer with Gramma's Fresh Squeezed Citrus Drinks join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a festival that is…
News 12 This Morning: Local author Natalie Kimbell joins News 12's Amelia Greer (and former SCHS student) to talk about her latest work, 'On Phillips Creek.' DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A local…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- A woman in Dalton has been arrested for stabbing a man, leaving him with life-threatening injuries. Dalton Police responded to the Underwood Lodge at 1306 Underwood Street shortly after midnight Friday where reports claimed a man…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Aquarium has the perfect lineup for students and families this August-- but it's also offering a twist for adults. The aquarium will be opening their doors…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It looks like gas prices are back on the rise. According to GasBuddy, prices have risen o.11 cents per gallon in the last week. This averages to $3.01/g in Chattanooga today. However, prices are about $0.17…
News 12 This Morning: Library director, Will O'Hearn joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight an array of activities going on at the Chattanooga Public Library this August. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Get ready for a new traffic pattern in Northshore. The intersection of…
News 12 This Morning: Culinary Director of Little Coyote, Jonathan Ferguson joins News 12's Chip Chapman to highlight their extensive menu. The recently added restaurant offers a variety of flavors for BBQ…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's time to go ahead and clear your schedule this weekend... The reason? The Highway 127 Yard Sale. Even if you're not going, prepare for more traffic and pedestrians. Dubbed the 'World's Longest Yard Sale,' the…
News 12 This Morning: Head baker extraordinaire, Lauryn Rucker with 'Lolo's Sweet Treats' joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight some of her deliciously crafted desserts. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An…
News 12 This Morning: Kate Skonberg, Family & Community Engagement Director with Hamilton County Schools joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview on of the school's biggest events of…
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man and woman face charges for human trafficking of a minor out of Meigs County. The TBI has been investigating Tristin Epperson and Clarissa McKinney for six months leading up to their arrest on…
News 12 This Morning: Joseph Gonzalez and Sydney Tremblay with Broken Heart Cheesecakes join News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight their special deals for 'National Cheesecake Day.' They bring some of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An inmate was charged for smuggling fentanyl into the Hamilton County Jail. Three female inmates had overdosed within 36 hours. All three of the women were taken to the hospital, treated and released. Hamilton County Detectives…
News 12 This Morning: Shelby Lynn joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about what inspires her as an artist and previews her newest single, "Dear Texas." CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --…
News 12 This Morning: Robert Werk with Honey Seed joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight some of their popular bagels for National Bagelfest Day. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- July 26 is…
News 12 This Morning: Phillip Johnson along with his daughter Laura and her husband Allen Jones join News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the recent honor their family is celebrating…
News 12 This Morning: Mackenzie Steele with the Creative Discovery Museum joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about a fun, interactive event headed to the museum in time for the…
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two men face felony charges in connection to the blue alert many of us received last week. The driver of a white Kia Forte shot a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper on Friday. TBI special agents began…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two women were arrested for a hefty drug bust on Monday. Detectives with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Narcotics & Special Investigations Unit searched…
M Holloway booking photo (NOTE: This story has been changed to reflect the shooting happened near East Hamilton High on Ooltewah-Georgetown Road after the Sheriff's Office corrected the location.) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you're looking to fill up the tank, check for the cheapest option. Average gas prices have risen nearly three cents per gallon in the last week. This averages to just over $3.00 in Chattanooga. Prices…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An overturned truck has caused I-24 Westbound to shutdown during peak morning traffic. Drivers should expect delays near South Moore Road and McBrien Road. The crash is near the I-75/I-24 split. If you are traveling in…