CATOOSA COUNTY, GA (WDEF) – The back-to-school countdown continues. Parents are racing to get their kids everything they need for the first day. They recently got a helping hand in Catoosa County with an event that included free school supplies, health screenings and even haircuts. Catoosa Kids Day is a timely example of what’s right with our schools. Sandy Matheson…
News 12 This Morning: Shelby Lynn joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about what inspires her as an artist and previews her newest single, “Dear Texas.” CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — An aspiring musician from Chatsworth is making waves in the country music scene after her viral hit, “Boots.” Shelby Lynn is a singer/songwriter who aims to tell stories through…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Replacing a large graduating class can be a challenge. That’s what head coach Chad Barger and the East Ridge Pioneers are facing this season. However, they believe they can get back to the playoffs again for the second straight year in a row It’s fun, we just here to work hard and have a good season….
SOUTH PITT, Tennessee (WDEF)- South Pitt won its 7th state title last year. Now south Pitt needs to make sure the ship stays on course in this 30 in 30. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 30 in 30, Football, South Pitt
(Chattanooga FC-) Chattanooga Football Club returned to winning ways on Saturday evening, as captain Alex McGrath scored in the 57th minute to bring CFC all three points. The two teams played out a competitive and evenly-matched first half. Alex McGrath came the closest to breaking the deadlock when he ghosted in at the back post and met Joseph Perez’s low…
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) — Soddy Daisy’s own William Collins and Kyler Jenkins have taken home first place at the 2024 Bassmaster Junior National Championship, Saturday, July 27. Collins and Jenkins needed 6 pounds and 1 ounce to take home the title, and ended up weighing over that at 6 pounds 5 ounces, making their total weight for the tournament 20…
Jasper, TN-(WDEF-TV) Marion County was ranked number one in Class 2-A last season, but they didn’t finish the year as the top-ranked team. Warriors return a lot of talent this season, which fuels their dream of a championship run. Brian Armstrong has Marion County in the 30-in-30 spotlight. Marion County football went 10-0 in the regular season last year for…
(press release) CHATTANOOGA — Chattanooga FC looks to return to winning ways when it hosts Orlando City B for the second time this season on Saturday evening. “It’s always easier to say, but it’s one of those times where we just have to keep working hard and try and create our own luck again.” These words from captain Alex McGrath…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee’s tax-free weekend started at midnight. A lot of businesses are offering deals for parents and students as they prep for back-to-school season. The unofficial holiday weekend that everybody looks forward to is here. Tax free weekend is back and for a Friday at noon, people were constantly pulling in and out of Hamilton Place to get…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Downtown’s Riverfront Parks will soon see major upgrades. “Today is about sharing a framework plan, which provides the direction of how we are going to add features and amenities to enhance the riverfront parks,” said Emily Mack, CEO of River City Company. River City and Chattanooga created a plan for Riverfront Parks for everyone to enjoy and…
Suit up friends! Today we are going to take you to the intersection where fitness and gaming cross paths. This week I had the chance to interview my new friend Cameron Brookhouse, one of the designers of a new game company called Quell. According to Cameron, “Quell is the world’s first dedicated fitness gaming platform. The idea is that users…
News 12 This Morning: Robert Werk with Honey Seed joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight some of their popular bagels for National Bagelfest Day. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — July 26 is recognized as National Bagelfest Day! One of the most popular places to grab a bagel in Chattanooga is at Honey Seed. The local eatery has been a hot…
News 12 This Morning: Phillip Johnson along with his daughter Laura and her husband Allen Jones join News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about the recent honor their family is celebrating as a ‘Heritage Farm.’ Stone Creek Farm has been a part of the family for 100 years. DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — A family farm is celebrating 100 years of…
Calhoun, GA-(WDEF-TV) Every year we find the Calhoun Yellow Jackets in the state playoffs. Except for last year. You can bet the tradition-rich program is motivated for a post-season return. Brian Armstrong gives Calhoun the 30-in-30 spotlight. Calhoun football has an expectation of competing for state titles, but last year the team went 6-4 and lost their two final games…
The mobile data unit that will be retrieving vehicle and pedestrian data at key intersections in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Pedestrian safety has a continuing topic of conversation in Chattanooga. This especially after a fatal incident on Frazier Avenue that killed a mother and her baby. The city since has been awarded the SMART Grant, which is two million dollars…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new audit committee to review spending of the Hamilton County government met for the first time Thursday. The five person council led by UTC professor Amie Haun discussed how they will be organized and which issues they wanted to tackle first. One such issue is how citizens can report potential violations to an auditor. Currently, the…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- After spending several weeks in the hospital, East Ridge Police Officer Alan Resendiz finally comes home. “For quite a while in the hospital, He was then transferred over to a rehabilitation facility.He has been there for the last two weeks and has made amazing strides,” said East Ridge Police Chief Clint Uselton. “Today he got to…
With all the developments lately in the Presidential race, we remind you that there are several races going on right now in Tennessee. In fact, early voting ends this weekend for next week’s primaries. For our Thursday Throwback, we take you back ten years ago for a heated race for Congress. Two big names in local politics were squaring off….
TENNESSEE (WDEF) — Senator Marsha Blackburn says her “Kids Online Safety Act” is finally coming up for a vote this week. The Senate is scheduled to consider her bill that would require social media companies to ensure that children are protected from negative content. She introduced the bill after a series of hearing that included parents and the heads of…
News 12 This Morning: Mackenzie Steele with the Creative Discovery Museum joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about a fun, interactive event headed to the museum in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — If you aren’t traveling to Paris to see the 2024 Summer Olympics, don’t fret. The Creative Discovery Museum is bringing some of…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central nearly went the distance last year. The Bears made it to the semi-final round of the state playoffs. But for Bradley Central to enjoy another fantastic season this year, they’ll have to count on a lot of new players. Brian Armstrong went in the Bears den for this 30-in-30 preview. Said head coach Damon Floyd:”We’ve got…
Wacker plant announced significant investments aimed to enhancing plant safety. As a part of their “We Care Week,” project leader Stephiane Graff has dedicated activities throughout the week including mental health checkups, and safety demonstrations. “We are touching on this week the emotional, mental, physical and financial health. We have offered up options in all of those categories for any…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) –Regaining mobility after an injury can be difficult. Many patients face surgery or chiropractic care. Tonight we are learning why you might want to consider a different option. As we travel to Stretch Zone on the Northshore in Driving Our Economy Forward. “Hi my name is Paul Powell and I want to welcome you to… Stretch Zone”…
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. …