Tech Byte: Ai In Photography
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Tech Byte – A pair of pros take on Artificial Intelligence in photography

Industry experts don't think the machines are taking over just yet
Patrick Moates,

CHATTANOOGA, TN – Since the invention of the camera over 200 years ago, photography has gone thru significant upgrades. It’s gone from Dark Rooms, to one-hour photos to digital.  Cameras have gone from big and bulky to sleek and some even pocket sized. Artificial Intelligence has been unleashed on the world and some believe that, if left unchecked, we could…

Mocs Beat Western Carolina To Win Socon Title
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UTC Women Beat Western Carolina and Capture SoCon Championship

Rick Nyman,

(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA — Chattanooga women’s basketball needed the dominoes to fall perfectly on Thursday night, and they did just that and more as the Mocs captured the program’s 23rd Southern Conference regular season title with the team’s 60-56 win over Western Carolina. The Mocs (23-3, 11-0 SoCon) needed just about every minute of the game to get the job done against…

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Featured, Local News, Polk County

Water woes in Polk County community, solution is unclear

Nick Hill,

An example of sediments turning the water of Isabella resident Richard Stevens brown. (Courtesy: Richard Stevens) POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some Polk County residents say they have not received a new water line after being promised one. Isabella Water Problems Isabella is an unincorporated community just east of Ducktown near the Tennessee-North Carolina border. Richard Stevens and his family have…

From The Archives, Local News

Thursday Throwback: 1994 ‘I Still Believe’

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We think matters of religion and faith never change. But in tonight’s Thursday Throwback, we see that the rules around our local churches certainly have. We’re going back 30 years to our reports in the “I Still Believe” series. And we found that even before social media and streaming, churches were struggling to adapt to modern…

Tasty Donuts
Driving Our Economy Forward, Featured, Local News, Ooltewah

Driving our Economy Forward: Tasty Donuts

Tasty Donuts has been rolling out donuts since 2009
WDEF News,

OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — One could say that Tasty Donuts is one of the most successful donut businesses in Chattanooga. The company was founded in 2009 when Louisiana native Tony McInnis came to Chattanooga with a mission. Tasty Donuts is creating some of the most delicious donuts for Chattanoogans. Check out how the company continues to drive our economy forward….

Chattanooga Boys & Girls Club Announce Youth Of The Year
Chattanooga, Local News

Boys and Girls Club of Chattanooga announces Youth of the Year

Caleb Figgures,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Boys and Girls Club of Chattanooga hosted its teen leadership luncheon on Wednesday to recognize the children they serve.  It took place at the Westin Hotel in downtown Chattanooga.   This year, more than 12 students in Hamilton County were recognized for their academic achievement. The Boys and Girls Club also awarded one teen the Youth…

Honor Huff Scores 29 As Utc Downs Wofford
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Honor Huff Scores 29 as UTC Beats Wofford 81-65

Rick Nyman,

(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA (Feb. 21, 2024) – The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team saw all eight players score and used a game-high 29 points from Honor Huff to help capture an 81-65 victory over Wofford during Southern Conference action on Wednesday night inside McKenzie Arena. Chattanooga played without guard Trey Bonham, who was sidelined with an ankle injury. Following the key…

Ridgeland Falls 57 37 To Lumpkin Co In State Tournament
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Ridgeland Falls to Lumpkin Co 57-37 in the State Tournament

Rick Nyman,

Rossville, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ridgeland hosted their first ever state tournament basketball game on Wednesday, but the script didn’t go the Panthers way. They lost to Lumpkin Co 57-37. Ridgeland trailed by 15 going to the fourth quarter. They cut the deficit to eight, but could not get any closer. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, High School Basketball, Lumpkin…

Walker Valley Assistant Taylor Harvey Named New Rhea Co Head Football Coach
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Walker Valley Assistant Taylor Harvey Named New Rhea Co Head Football Coach

Rick Nyman,

Rhea County has settled on their new head football coach. They’ve tabbed Walker Valley defensive coordinator Taylor Harvey to replace Mark Pemberton. Harvey has been on the Mustangs staff ever since Drew Akins took over the Walker Valley program in 2019. Harvey was just named the Tennessee Class 5-A defensive assistant coach of the year. He helped mold a stingy…

Commission
Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Howard School, obligations forefront of commission stadium talks

Nick Hill,

Hamilton County Deputy Mayor Cory Gearrin giving a presentation on the new deal surrounding the South Broad Stadium. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The newest deal in the ongoing saga of the South Broad Stadium was presented to the Hamilton County Commission on Wednesday morning. First presented Tuesday night at the Chattanooga City Council, the Hamilton County Commission got their turn to…

Chattanooga Tennessee Aquarium Plaza
Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Chattanooga Tourism Company offers ‘Spring Break Safari’

Nick Hill,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It feels like Spring outside, so naturally it’s time to start thinking about those Spring Break plans.  The Chattanooga Tourism Company announced their annual Spring Break Safari. Courtesy: Chattanooga Tourism Company A group of Chattanooga attractions including the Tennessee Aquarium, Rock City, Chattanooga Zoo, and much more will have unique experiences for kids during this event…

Chattanooga City Seal
Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Chattanooga hopes to improve urban parks

Caleb Figgures,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga is receiving insight on ways to improve Chattanooga’s parks.  Outdoor Chattanooga welcomed Gil Penalosa, who is an advocate for enhancing parks around the world.  Penalosa presented several ideas, with a focus on building parks and urban areas.  He believes parks should cater to people of all ages.  “When you visit the parks, in the wealthy…

Songbirds
Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Songbirds debuts new location for Tennessee Songwriters Week

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Songbirds Guitar and Pop Culture Museum hosted its first event on Tuesday after moving into a new location. They left their previous location on Station Street to relocate to 206 West Main Street. The old location officially closed its doors in December 2023. On February 20, Songbirds hosted the Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase. It began…

Ccs Falls On Buzzer Beater In State Tournament
Sports - Local Sports News

Father Ryan Edges CCS 54-51 on a Buzzer Beater in the State Tournament

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Chattanooga Christian entertained Father Ryan in the opening round of the state tournament on Tuesday. The final quarter was a back-and-forth battle with the Lady Irish hitting a three right before time expired to get a 54-51 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Chattanooga Christian School, Father Ryan, High School Basketball, Lady Irish, women in sports

Rodney Henderson Pacing Tyner's Scoring Attack
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Rodney Henderson Pacing Tyner’s Scoring Attack

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV)  Tyner battles for their district tournament championship tonight. Expect the Rams to follow the lead of Rodney Henderson, who has developed into one of the top players in Chattanooga. News 12’s Brian Armstrong catches up with the Rams scoring machine. Said head coach E.J. Ward: “We feel comfortable going into games knowing that we do have the best player.”…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Mayors discuss education and legislation

Nick Hill,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp came together for a rare public joint discussion.  In a discussion moderated by Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce CEO Charles Wood, both mayors discussed topics ranging from education, economics, and technology. Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp taking part in a discussion on…

Golden Apple Award
Education, Featured, Golden Apple Award, Hamilton County, Local News

Golden Apple Award: Hannah Wilson, Soddy Daisy High School

Andrew Harrison,

SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) – The written word comes to life in Hannah Wilson’s 9th grade English class at Soddy Daisy. Her lessons are structured, to be sure, but there is a healthy dose of kindness mixed in. All that earned Ms. Wilson the Golden Apple Award. Angie Cass is the principal at Soddy Daisy. She says, “Miss Wilson tirelessly…

Mom To Mom Diy Car Sick Bag
Mom To Mom

Mom to Mom – DIY Car Sick Bag

WDEF News,

Today, on Mom to Mom, we are making a DIY sick bag for your car.  Have you ever been traveling with your kids and all of a sudden you hear those dreaded words? I don’t feel so well, and you’re not fully prepared because let me tell you, it just comes out of nowhere. Well, today we are going to…