Brittany and Dustin Dillard, the couple killed in a 2022 Christmas Night crash in Bradley County. (Courtesy: 24/7 Movement) CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Christmas Night 2022 was a tragic night for many in Bradley County and adjacent communities. Husband and wife Brittany and Dustin Dillard were killed when a drunk driver, Patricke Conley, crashed into them head on Highway 64. Conley…
Synthetic turf, called Game ON Turf, being made for the College Football Playoff in Calhoun, GA. (Courtesy: Shaw Sports Turf) CALHOUN, Ga. (WDEF)- A company based in Calhoun, Georgia will be in the national spotlight over the next few weeks. Shaw Sports Turf has been named as the Official Synthetic Turf Provider of the College Football Playoff. Shaw says they…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – Christmas came a little early this year for students at East Lake Elementary. It’s a holiday tradition that makes sure every child gets plenty of presents and it’s a timely example of What’s Right With our Schools. Dr. Jasmine Farrow, “Today we are having our Dear Santa initiative. Every year for the past three years, all…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — News 12’s Amelia Greer wrapped up Christmas day with a holiday carol. She was joined by her sister and father to sing “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” Guitar: Landon Greer Vocals: Amelia and Lily Greer Categories: Featured Tags: Christmas, Christmas Carols
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A local holiday favorite took of Memorial Auditorium on Saturday. The NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet came to Chattanooga just in time to celebrate the holiday season. NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet returns to Chattanooga on Dec. 23. Images taken from the official NUTCRACKER! website. This ballet has been coming to Chattanooga for decades. A modern take on…
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — Some local first responders brought Christmas cheer to kids who were near in Dunlap this past weekend. Dunlap Police officers spread holiday cheer ahead of Christmas. Photos taken from the Dunlap Police Department Facebook page. Officers with the Dunlap Police Department gave out bikes to local kids in Sequatchie County. Dunlap Police Officer Crawley and Officer…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – If you were/are out doing last minute Christmas shopping this weekend, you’re not alone. In fact, it seems it has always been this way. Before Amazon or online shopping, we found plenty of people hitting Walmart and the malls on the weekend before Christmas. The year was 1993. Take a look at a very busy shopping weekend….
Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Signal Mountain girls basketball team is off to a fast start this season, thanks in large part to play of junior Carlee Lowry. News 12’s Brian Armstrong catches up with the outstanding Eagles player, who already has scored 30 in a game this season. Said Signal Mountain Carol Bell: Definitely athleticism. Um, very competitive in, in…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Brainerd lost to Pearl Cohn on Friday evening 61-47 in the Henry Bowles tournament at the Howard school. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Brainerd High School, Henry Bowles Tournament, High School Basketball, Pearl-Cohn High School
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan finally found their offensive touch in the second half to beat Soddy Daisy 40-29 in the finals of the Gordon Lee Christmas tournament. Bucs were only up 12-9 at halftime. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Boyd Buchanan, Gordon Lee Christmas Tournament, High School Basketball, Soddy Daisy High School
Chickamauga, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Soddy Daisy girls basketball won the Gordon Lee Christmas tournament title on Friday night. They beat Heritage 59-45. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Gordon Lee Christmas Tournament, Heritage High School, High School Basketball, Soddy Daisy High School
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — With Christmas quite literally just around the corner, many are wrapping up their Christmas shopping. The holidays are a very busy time for many consumers: from Black Friday all the way to Christmas. Last minute shopping is no exception. Evelyn with Essence Fragrances said, “Christmas is our biggest holiday for us. And Black Friday is too,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A suspect who has been charged with first degree murder made his first appearance in court Friday morning. Lawrence Goodine made a brief appearance in the Hamilton County Courthouse He is charged with first degree murder, Aggravated Kidnapping, and Tampering with Evidence in the death of a 48 year old woman on Carr Street. Chattanooga Police had…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Do children still write actual letters to Santa? They sure did 30 years ago. In 1993, we talked to Santa’s helpers around our area that made sure the letters made it to the north pole. And we find out how kids approach Santa to make sure they get what they want this year. Categories: Featured, From The…
Today on Mom to Mom, we’re making confetti poppers for New Year’s. We’re always looking for fun and different ways to celebrate the holidays. So, we’ve decided this year we’re going to make DIY confetti poppers. Basically, all you need, and it’s probably right in your house, are some toilet paper rolls, some confetti, some duct tape, scissors, balloons, and…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – Philadelphia based Dietz and Watson, in conjunction with Food City, delivered more than one and a half tons of premium deli meats and sausages to the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. They also gifted the food bank with a $2,000 check. For the past six years, the company’s “Families Helping Families” program has resulted in donations of more…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — If you don’t have all of your Christmas shopping done yet, don’t worry. There are some nice tech gifts you can get at the last minute without breaking the bank. “When we’re thinking of budget friendly, I’m thinking of, you can get a Pop Socket for your niece or nephew, something really easy,” said Laurie Starcher,…
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ridgeland struggled to stop Boyd Buchanan big man Caleb Hardaway on Thursday. As a result, the Bucs rolled to a 70-34 victory in the Gordon Lee Christmas tournament. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Boyd Buchanan, boys basketball, Caleb Hardaway, Christmas tournament, High School Basketball, Ridgeland High School
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Heritage girls basketball team defeated Boyd Buchanan 49-33 in the Gordon Lee Christmas Tournament on Thursday. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Boyd Buchanan, Girl’s basketball, heritage, Holiday Tournament
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Ridgeland girls basketball team knocked off Gordon Lee 57-39 on Thursday afternoon in the Gordon Lee Christmas tournament. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Girl’s basketball, Gordon Lee High School, Holiday Tournament, Ridgeland High School
Recruiting is a year round deal for college football coaches. Now it must feel even longer with the addition of the transfer portal. The early December signing period is now in progress, but how many kids will actually finish at the school they sign with thanks to the portal. Said Mocs head coach Rusty Wright:”I saw a stat today. Forty…
LOOKOUT VALLEY, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Bethlehem Center took their students Christmas shopping Thursday morning at Walmart. It is part of their “Read to Lead” program where kids earn money to shop. Students were able to buy items for themselves or their family members for Christmas. The Bethlehem Center has been doing Christmas Shopping with the kids for more than…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – Folks in Catoosa County hosted the annual Stocking Full of Love toy drive. Organizations help raise money to purchase toys for families in need. This year, more than 1,400 children were registered in Catoosa County. Catoosa County Sheriff Gary Sisk says the goal each year is to bring joy to each child for Christmas. “It…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Thursday night is the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. It is often one of the coldest nights of the year. This can present fatal challenges to Chattanooga’s homeless population. The Chatt Foundation held their annual Winter Solstice Homeless Memorial Service. The Chattanooga’s Woman Choir performing at the annual Winter Solstice Homeless Memorial Service…
