CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee is gearing up for this weekend’s sales tax holiday and back to school.. “All supplies will be tax free that weekend as well as apparel as well as any electronics like computers laptops up to $1,500,” said Micheal White, Asset Protection Coach for Walmart. Tennessee’s sales tax holiday begins after midnight on Friday morning July 26th. …
Groundbreaking for the Lift Youth Center in Fort Oglethorpe. FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF)- A new youth center will soon be coming to Fort Oglethorpe. Lift Youth Center held their groundbreaking this morning on Battlefield Parkway for the R. Randall Rollins Youth Center. They will be repurposing a former church into this center which will provide various after-school activities for students….
RYE, N.H. — An incredible video captured the moment a whale capsized a boat off the coast of New Hampshire Tuesday, sending two men flying into the ocean. Two teenagers nearby, one who recorded the video, came to their immediate rescue. “You know the risk when you come out here, it’s really unusual what happened to us this morning,” Greg Paquette, who…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) – Chattanooga’s Mayor says an overhaul of zoning codes for the city was three years in the making. Mayor Tim Kelly says the changes should boost his push for more affordable housing in Chattanooga. The new zoning codes give builders more options on what they can develop on their property. The Mayor hopes the changes will encourage…
Sale Creek, TN-(WDEF-TV) Sale Creek high school took up football some ten years ago, and it’s been a struggle for the small one-A school. Until last season. The Panthers enjoy the 30-in-30 spotlight. Jason Fitzgerald certainly made an impact in his first year at Sale Creek. When the sun set on the Panthers season, they had won seven games, which…
DECATUR, Ga. (WDEF)- In 2019, Georgia passed House Bill 481, otherwise known as the “Heartbeat Law”. It increased the restrictions on abortions in Georgia, and was allowed to go into effect after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 20-22. Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff held a hearing on Tuesday concerning Georgia’s abortion law. Three OBGYN doctors testified to the…
Today on Mom to Mom, we are making paw print wall art. We love our fur babies. And if you have an especially older dog, much like myself, you want to have something to remember them by when the time comes for them to pass on. I came across this idea and absolutely loved it. It’s called paw print wall…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ringgold posted a 6-5 record last year in Austin Crisp’s first season as head coach. Now the Tigers are looking to take it to another level this fall. Ringgold enjoys the 30-in-30 spotlight. Hey Haddon Fries. What y’all got on offense this year? Said Fries:”We’ve just got play-makers all over the field.” Head coach loves hearing that. But…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Summer Camps can be fun, but they are also good places to learn. Team Mentoring Incorporated aims teach kids the skills they need to express themselves and resolve conflicts. They can take those skills with them when they head back to class. That’s a timely example of what’s right with our schools. Founder Freddie Brooks explains,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Americans are wondering what is next after President Joe Biden announced Sunday he is dropping out of the 2024 election. We are also hearing from some local citizens who are reacting to President Biden dropping out of this race. Everyone we spoke with agreed that President Biden should step down from this race, with some saying that…
News 12 This Morning: Chair of the Hamilton County Democratic Party, Rachel Campbell joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to discuss the state of the election the day after President Biden announced he will not be running for re-election. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — President Biden announced his decision to withdraw his name from the ballot for the 2024 Presidential Election. Now…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Here’s a look at Tyner football in the edition of 30 in 30. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 30 in 30, Football, Tyner Academy
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- In this 30 in 30 we take a look at Howard football and what is different about this team. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 30 in 30, Football, Howard School
Red Bank, TN-(WDEF-TV) You know it’s a challenging year in football, when you *almost* play as many quarterbacks, as you do offensive linemen. Red Bank hopped on the Q-B carousel last year due to injuries. The Lions hoping to avoid that joy-ride this season. Brian Armstrong has Red Bank in the 30-in-30 spotlight. Red Bank football comes into the season…
One of the conceptual drawings of Hawk Hill being developed as a mixed-use neighborhood. (Courtesy: River City Company) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Earlier this week, the South Broad Stadium held its groundbreaking, meaning that soon, baseball will migrate to South Chattanooga. However, when that move occurs, a whole lot of land looking over downtown Chattanooga will be unoccupied. The Lookouts have…
After two straight seasons of making the playoffs, Central missed out last year with a 4-6 record. But when you return a player dubbed- “the best weapon in the state”, you’ve got to like your chances of nailing down a playoff berth again. News 12’s Brian Armstrong has the Central 30-in-30 preview. Said quarterback Caden Jones:”They’re experienced now. We’ve got…
Hunter Thompson is famous for saying a lot of things, but one of my favorite quotes has always been “As long as I’m learning something, I figure I’m okay. It’s a decent day.” Well, today I hope we could all learn something by showing you the tech that brings you the news. That technology may be something you already use…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Today, The Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center announced it will be gathering all living Medal of Honor recipients for a celebration in 2025. The event featured a long list of public officials such as Chattanooga Mayor, Tim Kelly, Hamilton County Mayor, Weston Wamp and State Representative, Patsy Hazlewood. Officials spoke today on the importance…
A group of residents and officials accepting a ceremonial $50 million HUD grant. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The College Hill Courts are Chattanooga’s oldest public housing project, dating back to 1940. Thursday, the groundbreaking was held on the project that will eventually modernize them. Excitement abounded on the westside as Phase One of Westside Evolves officially got underway. Resident Cassandra Robinson…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The future Gateway School will likely be home to temporary office space for Hamilton County. The county acquired the former BlueCross BlueShield building on 6th Street with the intention of turning it into a new technical school. Work is being planned to upgrade the building for the purpose. However, due to ongoing issues at the county’s…
Ulises Martinez / Metro Nashville Police Department NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The suspect in a vehicular homicide investigation has been apprehended. Metro Nashville Police Department posted on social media that Ulises Martinez was apprehended at the Somatel Motel on Metroplex Dr. near interstate 24. Martinez was wanted on charges of auto theft and vehicular homicide in Nashville for the death…
How long does 15 minutes of fame really last? 35 years ago, we sent a reporter back to Fyffe, Alabama to see if people were still talking about the event that got them on the national map. It started with a woman saying she saw a strange light in the sky. Then a police officer reported he saw a lighted…
News 12 This Morning: Kaitlyn Charters and Curtis Warner with McAlister’s Deli join News 12’s Chip Chapman to highlight some of their delicious meal options. They brought in their famous teas to celebrate FREE Tea Day at McAlister’s locations on July 18! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The beloved Southern casual chain, McAlister’s Deli is celebrating years of successful business in…
Northwest Whitfield chalked up another winning record last year, as well as a playoff berth. Yet the Bruins were disappointed in how they finished the year.. They’re dreaming of a brighter fall, as the Bruins leap into the 30-in-30 spotlight. Teams always feel optimistic when they return a veteran quarterback. Take Northwest Whitfield, Gavin Nuckolls threw for 25-hundred yards last…
