CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission voted today on a $260 million dollar bond that would mostly go towards constructing or renovating several schools across the county. While the Commission did approve that resolution, some questions still remained. $250 million dollars of this bond approved Wednesday morning is planned to fund new projects at sites like DuPont Elementary, Brainerd…
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 sure to quench your thirst. COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Enjoy a family-friendly back to school event this weekend in Collegedale! The Sunshine & Lemonade Festival is heading to the Collegedale…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) What do you get when you cross the Chattanooga Lookouts and the Rocket City Trash Pandas? Apparently Rocky Top South. That’s what it felt like Tuesday at AT&T Field as a couple of popular Vols stars were in the house. Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello threw out the ceremonial first pitch. He of course led the Vols to the…
(press release) CHATTANOOGA- The CFC announced they have signed Markus Naglestad to a contract until the end of the 2024 season, with a club option for a year extension. The 33-year-old from Kristiansand, Norway returns to CFC after a decorated spell with the club from 2021-2023, scoring a club-record 58 career goals, recording 16 career assists in 87 total games,…
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) – The University of Tennessee has signed a corporate partnership for Neyland Stadium that will NOT change the name. They’re calling their deal with Pilot as the first of it’s kind. Instead, they call it a “preservation partnership.” The company is providing funding to make improvements to the iconic football stadium at UT. They’ll call it Neyland…
Today on Mom to Mom we have a fun outdoor activity for your kids! Today, we are making nature bracelets for our kids. It’s always a fun activity to get our kids outside, walking around, doing fun things and learning about the season. So regardless if it’s fall, spring, summer or winter, it’s really cool to make these nature bracelets….
Boo Carter may be a freshman defensive back at Tennessee, but you’d never know it hearing his position coach talk. Secondary coach Willie Martinez apparently can’t get enough of the former Bradley Central stand-out. Carter might even wind up as a starter. Reporter:”Why has Boo positioned himself to play as a true freshman. Not just play but start potentially as…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Chattanooga Preparatory School is an all-boys public charter school. It opened its doors in Highland Park six years ago. Many students in this year’s senior class were there, from the very beginning, as sixth graders. Their remarkable journey is an inspiring example of what’s right with our schools. Diamond Kelley is the principal at Chatt Prep….
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 author is hoping to inspire others through her chapbook of poems, ‘On Phillips Creek.’ Natalie Kimbell has been writing for most of her life and finds it as…
CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (WDEF)- As Tropical Storm Debby heads over coastal Georgia and into the Carolinas, the Red Cross responds to render aid. “The emergency management people we are talking to, they are concerned all the way up into Monday and Tuesday,” said John Mitchell, American Red Cross. “We have shelters from people that responded to last night, and we expect some…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- There could soon be a new road to help traffic congestion in Ooltewah. The Hamilton County Commission will consider approving a preliminary engineering report to study the feasibility of connecting Hilltop Drive to Volkswagen Drive. This would be a road that could potentially be routed alongside I-75 between exits 9 and 11. If built, it could provide…
GEORGETOWN, Tenn. (WDEF)- Providing energy to a seven state region is a large task. Especially with unpredictable weather and rapid population growth, the job of the T-V-A only grows more complicated. Georgetown has long been a quiet community at the Highway 58/60 interchange on the Hamilton/Meigs County line. However, it will soon be home to TVA’s brand new System Operations…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – Have you ever had that summer cookout where you walk across your deck, your feet are hot, your dog doesn’t want to join you? Those are both big negatives for me. Today we are featuring a new technology in composite decking that will keep your feet cooler and make your furry friends happy. Trex decking is certainly…
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- Just two seasons after Coahulla Creek’s best football season in school history the Colts are ready to get back to playoffs. The Colts come into the season with their third QB in as many season but are lead by second year head coach Drew Carter. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 30 in 30, Coahulla Creek…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two former Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputies learned today whether or not they would be liable for a controversial 2019 traffic stop. Former Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy Daniel Wilkey has been no stranger to controversy after several incidents that landed him both in criminal and federal court. However, after Thursday’s ruling, him along with another former deputy and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Sports Authority Board has approved a 80 million dollar bond issuance for the South Broad Stadium. This is effectively a loan, which will go towards the construction cost of the stadium, which is expected to be $112 million. This is planned to be repaid by tax revenue generated by the stadium, but the city and…
Unfortunately, violence against Jews continues to make headlines. Forty years ago, Chattanooga was the scene of a high profile hate crime trial. White Supremacist and serial killer Joseph Paul Franklin stood trial for blowing up a local synagogue. For our Thursday Throwback, we look back at the trial. Categories: From The Archives Tags: Thursday Throwback
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The First Day of School is finally here! New Salem Baptist Church lined the streets to welcome Allen Elementary Students back to school. ” We are right across the street from Allen Elementary School, we have a long relationship with them. A few years ago we figured out ways to bless them. We got to thinking…
As the new school year begins proud parents will flood social media with their first-day-of-school photos. What parents might not realize is these innocent posts can attract unwanted attention from online predators. “As a parent myself, I love putting that information for my kids online. Unfortunately in this day and age with predators and scammers people are out there looking…
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 after hours Friday, August 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. for a special ‘Nightlife’ event. Nightlife: Aquarium After-Hours has something for night owls, twilight turtles and later ’gators…
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF)- Cleveland football is entering its second season under head coach Chandler Tygard. Talent is no question for this year’s Blue Raiders squad. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 30 in 30, Cleveland, Football
A list of proposed school projects by funding under a $260 million bond. (Courtesy: Hamilton County Government) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wednesday is the first day of school for students in Hamilton County. However, county government and the school board are focusing on what lies beyond the new school year. Unveiled last year, and approved by the Hamilton County School Board in…
In tonights Driving Our Economy Forward, we head down to the Sequatchie Valley to visit Crazy Fries! “Welcome to Crazy fries voted best fries in the Sequatchie Valley and finest fries by the MARION Tribune. let’s get crazy!!!’” stated Brandi Young, co-owner of Crazy Fries. “Crazy Fries! M and my wife went out of town one weekend with…
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Gordon Lee got back in the playoffs last season after posting a 6-5 record. The Trojans are eyeing the post-season once again this fall only this time… in their old classification stomping grounds. Gordon Lee enjoys the 30-in-30 spotlight. Gordon Lee coach Josh Groce has simple advice for his team this fall. Said lineman Jonah Davenport:”Like coach always…
