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TDOE to allow schools to request virtual learning waivers

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) -With the surge in covid-19 cases showing no signs of slowing, schools are struggling to continue in-person learning. Tennessee Education Commissioner, Dr. Penny Schwinn, made the announcement that she will consider waivers that are…

Knoxville area soldier killed in Kabul attack

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - One of the 13 U.S. service members killed in the Kabul attack was from Knoxville. Ryan Knauss was 23. WVLT reports that he joined the Army straight out of Gibbs High School. “Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss…

Health Department reopened Covid-19 Testing Center

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Covid-19 Testing is back! The Hamilton County Health Department reopened their covid-19 testing center here at the Tennessee River Park, but they have also made some adjustments to streamline the process.  “This time…

Bradley County working to combat Covid-19

BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Averaging 77 new cases per day and with an active case count of over 1,000. Bradley County is feeling the impact of the ongoing pandemic, causing the community and school system to make…

Trump-backed Herschel Walker seeks Georgia Senate seat

By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Herschel Walker on Tuesday filed paperwork to enter the U.S. Senate race in Georgia after months of speculation, joining other Republicans seeking to unseat Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock in 2022. Walker, 59,…

The Caring Place in Desperate need of Volunteers

CLEVELAND, Tenn (WDEF) - The Caring Place in Cleveland, TN is in desperate need of volunteers.  The nonprofit serves about 2,000 residents per month and offers food, clothing, and spiritual services.  Typically the organization depends on 150 volunteers but because of…

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