CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) –It’s a trucking company that started in Chattanooga back in 1985. Now, Covenant Logistics has grown its company to help customers develop supply chains across the country. This week we are learning how the business continues to drive our economy forward with freight transportation. “Covenant is a logistics company, out, stationed out of Chattanooga Tennessee here. And…
RINGGOLD, Georgia. (WDEF)– Today, the Catoosa Colonnade Civic Center hosted the yearly Business Expo in Ringgold Georgia. The holiday season is quickly approaching, and the Catoosa Colonnade wanted to ensure the community had a fun and easy way to access various businesses in the area that could make someone’s holiday event spectacular. This event was made for businesses to make…
Soddy Daisy, TN-(WDEF-TV) Soddy Daisy enjoyed quite a turn-around this year. After winning only three games a year ago, the Trojans nearly went undefeated this season. They finished with a 9-1 record. It was their first winning season in five years. Trojans get to host a first round playoff game, but it’s no push-over against Macon County. They’re 8-2 on…
OOLTEWAH, TN (WDEF) – Joseph Mayo wears several hats at Hunter Middle School. He’s a talented teacher and a capable coach. Mr. Mayo is also passionate about improving students’ lives. All that added up to this week’s Golden Apple Award. Heidi Moses is the Principal at Hunter Middle. She says, “Mr. Mayo is definitely one of a kind. He is…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs didn’t know until last Thursday, that starting quarterback Chase Artopoeus wasn’t healthy enough to go against Western Carolina. That meant back-up Luke Schomburg was called into action. Schomburg certainly didn’t look like a back-up, nearly leading UTC to a win before the Mocs fell 38-34. Mocs coach Rusty Wright wasn’t worried at all having to start…
JACKSON COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) — A man out of Jackson County was charged with murder after a dispute with his neighbor led to a shooting. At 3:09 p.m. November 4, 2024, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputies responded to a residence off of County Road 12 for a shooting report. Upon arrival, deputies found 42-year-old Adam Douglas Cooner deceased….
This is a snack that’s definitely going to give you the fall feels, and your kids are going to love it! It’s typically for preschoolers and toddlers, because they really enjoy making these. They’re called graham cracker apple snacks, and they’re so yummy! You just need a few ingredients. You need graham crackers, some pretzels, a few green chocolate melts,…
Hamilton County Democratic Party Chair, Rachel Campbell, joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to discuss the change in voters’ energy and to encourage voices to be heard through the ballot. Hamilton County Republican Party Chair, Mark Harrison, joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to share his confidence in his party and discuss the passion voters have for the presidential election. HAMILTON COUNTY,…
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA — In her first game as head coach of Chattanooga women’s basketball, head coach Deandra Schirmer and the Mocs found themselves in the win column after grabbing a 66-49 season-opening victory over Shorter University on Monday night. The Mocs (1-0) had contributors both young and old helping to guide the defending Southern Conference champions to a win in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Today, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Dorthy and Jim Kennedy Health Sciences Building. Olivia Walls, the Student Nurses Association president says, “As I said before, UTC nursing has given me everything. I feel like I’ve grown up here, so just being able to have faculty here that support…
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) – The Catoosa College and Career Academy specializes in helping students learn the skills they need to land a good job. We take a closer look at their logistics pathway in this week’s What’s Right With Our Schools. Mike Anderson is the Logistics Instructor. He explains, “At the Catoosa County Career Academy, you know it’s a CTAE…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Tennessee Achieves and Chattanooga State Community College got together in the CSCC Health Science Center to celebrate the over 10,000 students who have enrolled for college classes at the community college. Tennessee Achieves, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing an opportunity for every Tennessee student to obtain a post-secondary credential works alongside CSCC and the…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Collegedale Imagination Station is undergoing some pretty exciting renovations that are set to bring more fun and enjoyment to people of all ages. Starting Monday, November 4th, the Collegedale Imagination Station will be temporarily closed for the start of the new renovations. As this interactive park has been around for over 30 years, renovations are set…
The two candidates for Tennessee U.S. Senate, incumbent Sen.. Marsha Blackburn (left) and challenger Rep, Gloria Johnson (right) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Election Day is almost upon us. Months of campaigning are about to end as Americans head to the ballot box. One of the primary races we’re going to be following on Tuesday is the Senate race between incumbent Senator…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department is providing emergency care as a part of the Yellow DOT program. “In 2022 there were over 5.9 estimated 5.9 million crashes, estimated with over 45,000 deaths that occurred that year and about 2.4 million injuries that occurred,” said Jake Ballard, Hamilton County Health Department. The Yellow DOT Program is a…
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The mother of a student who was arrested in August for making a school threat in Marion County is suing the school system. In a federal lawsuit filed in the Eastern District Court of Tennessee, the mother going by “Mary Doe” says that her son was suspended for telling another student, “Stop Tapping that Pencil…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police (CPD) arrested three juveniles after a pursuit and carjacking incident. CPD responded to a car jacking incident November 2, 2024, at 5:50 p.m. Officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Belmeade Avenue. While enroute, officers were notified of the victim’s license plate and vehicle description. An officer on patrol near Shallowford Road and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — More than a month has past since Hurricane Helene swept through Western Carolinas and Northeast Tennessee. It was reported well over 220 people were killed because of the storm. TVA’s Potential Hurricane Damage cost chart / TVA & River Forecast Center Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is reflecting on the performance of their infrastructure during the historic…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Head of the Hooch event is back again, with over 2,000+ boats in the water, and 9,000 seats being rowed. The Head of the Hooch is a yearly event that is held on the first Saturday and Sunday in November. This event is also known by the name the Head of the Chattahoochee and ‘The Last…
Body: CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Trailing all the way back to 1982, The Head of the Hooch regatta has continued to bring thousands of competitors from over 30 states and several foreign countries for a weekend of rowing in Chattanooga. This competition occurs every year on the first full weekend of November. The weekend is supported and orchestrated by volunteers from…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Salvation Army of Chattanooga hosted their Job Fair today that gave job seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a variety of local employers. It was free to the public and free to attend, where job seekers had the opportunity to meet with a variety of local employers including Walmart, HomeServe, East Tennessee State…
Public Haunted House experiences have changed over the years, but they are not new. For our Thursday Throwback, we’re taking you back to the kind of fright night your parents or grandparents visited. Here is the Jaycees Haunted House from 1978. Categories: From The Archives Tags: From The Archives, Thursday Throwback
MARION COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF)- A region title is on the line between South Pittsburg and Whitwell. This region has been dominated mostly by South Pitt over the years but Whitwell thinks this could be like 2018. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CBS star, Abigail Hawk, joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to discuss her career on TV, working with Tom Selleck, and her latest upcoming film. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Blue Bloods actress, Abigail Hawk, got a chance to talk about her long standing career on network television and her latest upcoming film, Daruma. Abigail Hawk is best known as Detective Abigail…