Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The training camp portion of fall workouts is over for the Chattanooga Mocs. That means the players won’t have to sweat and strain through a brutal, post practice, weight-training drill. After a two hour practice in the sun for the Mocs…time for another grueling grind. Said head coach Rusty Wright:”Back in the day in the NFL. Way back they…
Today on Mom to Mom, we’ve got a cute DIY teacher appreciation gift! We love our teachers! Whether you just started back in school, or you’ve been in for quite some time, we like to give our teachers appreciation gifts throughout the year. We’re gonna make these cute little apple jars that the teachers can sit on their desk. All…
A group of AT&T workers on strike over negotiations. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group of AT&T workers are currently on strike in Chattanooga. The Communications Workers of America say they are currently in difficult negotiations for a new collective bargaining deal since the beginning of June. They say in order to put pressure on the company over issues such as…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Members of the media received a glimpse of the upcoming replacement for the Chickamauga Lock on Monday. “By bringing folks out here today, we are raising greater awareness, showing the folks the incredible work that is being done by both the Corps of Engineers, the Tennessee Valley Authority and then our contractors, who are actually getting out…
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 health care organizations are partnering together to tee up for a good cause. Southeast Tennessee Project Access (PA) and Volunteers in Medicine of Chattanooga (VIM) will host a special…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Charter Schools of Excellence recently held their Learning Launch and Back 2 School Bash. The K-11 program hosted families of all grades with activities, educational opportunities and free back to school items. That’s a helpful example of what’s right with our schools. Dr. Alex Boochie is the principal at Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence….
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A former Hamilton County E-M-T who has recently had his conviction overturned in a deadly 20-18 crash was back in court this morning. Justin Whaley had been convicted of vehicular homicide by intoxication in the death of James Brumlow in a wrong-way crash in Soddy-Daisy last October. However, Hamilton County Judge Boyd Patterson recently ruled due to the…
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) — Get ready for a list of festivals headed to the greater Chattanooga area! Shop the Market at is hosting two events in the next week, starting with the Watermelon Festival…
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- Coahulla Creek vs. Northwest Whitfield was rained out and forced to be postponed on Friday due to Lighting. So, both teams came out Saturday morning at 11 am but it was the Bruins who shined over the colts. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Coahulla Creek, Football, Northwest Whitfield
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Despite weather delays throughout the area the Jamboree wrapped up its schedule nicely including seeing Chattanooga Prep and Whitwell shine in different games throughout the day. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Finley Stadium, Football, Jamboree, sports news
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The rain held off for the Wine Over Water event on the Walnut Street Bridge Sunday evening. Folks of all ages enjoyed an evening of wine tasting with the scenic views of Chattanooga. This event was held before construction on the bridge begins. Wine Over Water featured two hundred kinds of wines to experience. Guests also…
A young boy’s dream is finally coming true thanks to Make a wish east Tennessee Christian Ingram, a brave and resilient Tumor survivor, was celebrated by his classmates and teachers at Mayfield Elementary. In a heartwarming gesture, Christian and his family are headed to Walt Disney World for a magical getaway, a fitting reward for his incredible journey. Christian’s mother…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) McCallie beat Central 14-0 in the Prelude to a Championship Jamboree at Finley Stadium on Friday night. New Blue Tornado quarterback Elliott Drapeau had two touchdown passes. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Central, Football, McCallie School
CHATTANOOGA, TN – As a member of Generation X, we’ve seen the world change in plenty of ways. When we were kids, security systems were dead bolts and motion detecting flood lights over the garage to deter intruders. Home security systems have taken a few more steps forward since then, and while every tech show has covered some of the…
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 the iconic cape porcupines who will be featured in the new exhibit. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The sounds of Africa are just a couple weeks away from gracing Holtzclaw…
A list of proposed school projects by funding under a $260 million bond. (Courtesy: Hamilton County Government) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission approved a $260 million bond on Wednesday, with most of it designed to go to future school projects. The list of school projects listed in the $260 million dollar bond approved by the commission looks slightly…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Lookouts knocked off Rocket City 5-3 on Thursday night at AT&T Field. Jose Torres cracked a solo homer in the second to make it 2-0 Chattanooga. With the score 3-2 Lookouts in the sixth, Austin Callahan hit an RBI double off the wall in right to make it 4-2. Chattanooga added their final run on a wild…
The Vols football team held their second pre-season scrimmage Thursday morning. Tennessee is trying to build up their offensive line, but it’s gotta be tough since the Vols defensive front is so talented, led by pre-season All-American James Pearce. Head coach Josh Heupel was asked if maybe, he has to grade his O-line on a curve, since the D-Line is…
Trenton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ringgold and Dade Co kicked off the high school football season on Thursday night. The Tigers raced out to a 13-0 lead and went on to beat the Wolverines 23-13 at Magic Morgan Stadium. Turnovers plagued Dade Co on the night. Cole Runion had two first half interceptions for the Tigers. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags:…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Football Club Foundation is finally breaking ground to transform Montague Park. “This starts a really big process of reimagining this whole space. We hope that Montague park will end up being a signature park for Chattanooga, and really create a interesting dynamic on this side of the city that brings in all kinds of green…
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF)- Downtown Chattanooga may have been a little busier on Thursday, but there is a reason for it. UTC is gearing up for Back to School with Operation Move in. “It been in existence for quite a while.It is almost like a celebration of people coming back to school,” said Valerie Rutledge, Dean for College of Health, Education &…
We just saw how they turned Break Dancing into an Olympic competition. So for our Thursday Throwback, we’ll take you back to when the moves were new in our area. Here are local kids “Breakin” in the summer of 1984. Categories: Featured, From The Archives Tags: From The Archives
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) –Suck Creek Cycle has been serving Chattanooga for nearly 30 years. From repairs to gear and everything in between the company makes sure each customer can find the bike that’s right for them. Through Suck Creek Cycle’s dedication and knowledge, they continue to drive our economy forward. Owner Michael Skyles says. “It’s a bicycle shop predominantly…
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 be featured at Nosh-a-Nooga this weekend. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Get ready to nosh on some great Jewish cuisine this weekend! The first-ever Jewish Food Festival is…
