More To The Story: 6th Cavalry Museum goes digital
FORT OGLETHORPE, Georgia (WDEF) - The 6th Cavalry Museum in Fort Oglethrope came to being back in 1981. Until this week, there was no virtual experience TO the museum. But when…
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Flu Restrictions Lifted
WDEF - Tennessee's state veterinarian says restrictions have been lifted for avian influenza in a county bordering where Kentucky saw a recent outbreak at a commercial chicken facility. In a news release, state veterinarian Dr. Samantha Beaty says avian influenza…
Going Virtual In Fort Oglethorpe
It's quickly becoming a "virtual world" in which we live in! Whether you're playing a video game or checking out the facilities at an out-of-town hotel, everything is right before your eyes with the "click" of a mouse pad. One…
More To The Story with Staley: Lost Purple Heart
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It's a number of students gathering at Hickory Valley Christian School here in Chattanooga. Listening and learning. Hope Goodwin is doing the talking. She's 76 years old. Living…
More To The Story: Bagpipe Player
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - I hear music, and it's coming from the old cemetery, right across the street from UTC. Chris Johnson is playing his bagpipes. Under a tree. All alone. Johnson…
More To The Story: The Painter’s Tour
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It's a customized van. She named it "Millie." SHE......is Christiane Palpant. Who lives in Atlanta. Christiane is a banker by trade. Well, she used to be. Now,…
More To The Story: Cleveland Greenway Bridge
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Back in late January, we saw a ribbon cutting ceremony in Cleveland for a bridge. A completely renovated walking bridge that will be the centerpiece of a…
More To The Story: Chickamauga Robotics Class
CHICKAMAUGA, Georgia (WDEF) - It's after school hours in Chickamauga. But this classroom is buzzing with youngsters. You see, these fourth and fifth graders have work to do! ISAAC BLESCH, 10…
Avian Flu Detected
HICKMAN, Ky. (AP) - A flock of commercial broiler chickens in Kentucky near the Tennessee border has tested positive for avian influenza. According to a news release, the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian…
More To The Story: The Tree Team
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Rich Sulley knows trees better than most. Fact of the matter is, Rich is in Chattanooga for one reason: look at our trees. Rich is an…
More To The Story: Airport Art Display
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Local artist Carrie Pendergrass is at it again!!! Carrie's done all of the "heavy lifting" on this new exhibit in the main lobby of the Chattanooga Airport. It…
More To The Story: Learning about “The Nine”
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It's a new outreach program being rolled out by Minor League Baseball. It's called "The Nine." Honoring all of the great Black players that have made such an impact…
More To The Story with Staley: Read House Anniversary
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It is still the longest continuously operating hotel in the Southeast. It's recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. It's The Read House. A slice of "Americana" filled…
More To The Story: Meat Cutter competition
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Texas Roadhouse is a pretty popular steakhouse. Here in Chattanooga, when you walk inside, you'll see a lot of awards on the wall bestowed upon one Jason…
More To The Story: A Passion for Possums
For one man here in Chattanooga, possums are a passion. He's doing all he can to make their lives better. Dave Staley found out there's more to the story.
Lawmakers To Address Public Schools
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee lawmakers are planning to start their annual session in Nashville with a focus on addressing how the state funds public schools, redrawing legislative and congressional maps and finalizing a new spending plan for the upcoming…
More To The Story: Why are people moving to Chattanooga?
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - People move around the country for all kinds of reasons. Here in Chattanooga, people come to us for our beauty, for our recreation, our cost of…
Tennessee Appeal Process
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - (WDEF) - Tennessee officials are appealing a judge's order that blocked the state's new severe limits on when public schools can require masks during the COVID-19 pandemic and its ban against local officials making decisions about…
Mental Health In Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee officials have picked 10 youth mental health programs statewide to receive a combined $6.5 million to expand their offerings. The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services says the Middle Tennessee programs receiving…
Intentional Set Fires In Downtown Chattanooga
5:00 UPDATE: Chattanooga fire officials identify 23 year old Brandon England as the suspect in the dumpster fires from last night. He faces charges of aggravated arson. They credit local businesses with helping…
Man Shot On Boulevard
On December 18, 2021 at approximately 11:49 p.m, Chattanooga Police responded to the 2000 block of Hamilton Place Boulevard on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located shell casings in the parking lot and secured the scene.…
More To The Story: Shufords Reopening
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Jeff Davis knows barbeque. Better than most. As the owner of Shufords Smokehouse, since the mid-80's, Jeff's built his business into one of Chattanooga's more well known…
More To The Story: Net Resource Foundation is expanding feeding program
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Net Resource Foundation's feeding program was started back in 2015. Relying heavily on donations and volunteers. Now, the feeding program is expanding. Launching a campaign called…
Goals Surpassed for Trash Removal In Tennessee
NASHVILLE, TN - (AP) - A group of volunteers in Tennessee has more than doubled the goal of trash removal across the state. The state Department of Transportation says No Trash November was created to keep Tennessee roads safe in…
Shallowford Road Apartment Fire
Seventeen residents are displaced after a fire Tuesday night at an apartment complex on Shallowford Road.
Re-Entry Program To Be Held
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Correction’s Division Re-Entry Program will host a job fair Tuesday morning at the Silverdale Detention Center.
Airline Passenger Arrested
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Police say a passenger on a Spirit Airlines flight allegedly punched a flight attendant and pulled another attendant’s hair before being subdued. Spirit Airlines spokeswoman Nicole Aguiar says Nashville International Airport police removed the passenger for…
Time To Celebrate Christmas at Tennessee Capitol
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The annual Christmas celebration at the Tennessee Capitol will take place next Monday and tours of the governor’s mansion begin Dec. 10. An announcement from Gov. Bill Lee and first lady Maria Lee says the free…
Holiday Safety Should Be A Priority
With the holiday season now here, many of us will be in the kitchen, cooking up a "feast" for the family.
Talkin’ Turkey In Bradley County
It was "Turkey Day" in Bradley County! Specifically, at the Bradley County Sheriff's Office. Not for eating, but for giving.
More To The Story: High School Riflery Team
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - When you think of competitive sports, you probably don't think about rifle shooting. But it's an Olympic sport, and people of all ages have been doing it…
“Putt-Putt” Golf Encourages Student Engagement
ROCK SPRING, Georgia (WDEF) - All of us are trying our best to work through COVID-19. Navigating through something we've never experienced before. A global pandemic. Many people and organizations…
New Grant Program
ChildcareTennessee is introducing a $5 million grant program to establish new childcare services or expand existing ones.
Judge Uses Humor To Inform, State Says No
CHATTANOOGA, TN - (WDEF) - There is one Hamilton County General Sessions Court Judge who certainly has a "unique style." Trying to blend humor with serious subjects. Many thought it…
EPB Named “Smart Energy Provider”
EPB has been named a “Smart Energy Provider” by the American Public Power Association for demonstrating a commitment to energy efficiency and environmental initiatives that support the goal of providing safe, reliable, low-cost and sustainable electric service.
Free Breakfast For Vets
CHATTANOOGA, TN - (WDEF) - It's a day when we honor our veterans. Those who are still with us, and those who aren't. One restaurant chain in North Georgia is doing all it can…
Historic Register Adds Four Properties
A rural church, a theater, an urban house and a former school in Tennessee have been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Charges Filed in Construction Site Shooting
A construction worker has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of his supervisor at a Tennessee work site.
New Home, More Room
CHATTANOOGA - (WDEF) - An organization that helps a very specific group of people is now at a new location. It's bigger and better than the old facility. And that means more people in need can be helped. It's a…
State Reminds Horse Owners
Tennessee’s state veterinarian is reminding horse owners to protect their animals from West Nile Virus after a horse in Weakley County that contracted the disease had to be euthanized.