EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) – The best teachers have a knack for inspiring their students. Abigail Guarneiri brings love and compassion to her classroom every day at East Ridge High School. So, we decided to bring her this week’s Golden Apple Award. Juan Moreno is the Principal at East Ridge. He explains,” Miss Guarnere is a wonderful English teacher here…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Film Festival will feature a huge wave of motion picture films. The Film Festival will kick off June 21-28 at Downtown’s Read House. More than 80 films will be shown at this year’s festival. Chattanooga Film Festival will also have more panels and podcasts alongside its infamous watch parties. “When we created this event,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Volkswagen said it is prepared for the employee union vote to begin Wednesday morning. In a press briefing Tuesday morning, media was not allowed to record. However, VW leaders said they are not influencing the vote. They added that they will give their employees privacy in making their decision on whether to accept the United Auto Workers…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Scopes Trials was one of the most famous trials of all time, and it was in Dayton, Tennessee. Next year will mark the 100th anniversary of the Scopes Trial. Today, a museum stands where the trial once took place. It is dedicated to educating students about what happened. This reenactment is an example of what’s right…
Today on Mom to Mom, we’re going to make a cute carrot patch for outside with just two items. We love to decorate for spring! It’s super nice and warm and you’re trying to think of something different and outside of the box to decorate your front yard. With today we have a cute create your own carrot patch with…
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Former college coach and administrator Steve Sloan, who played quarterback and served as athletic director at Alabama, has died at 79, his longtime friend Tommy Limbaugh told The Associated Press on Monday. Sloan was also an outstanding athlete at Bradley Central High School winning both a football and basketball state title in the early 60’s. Sloan…
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF)-The Georgia Department of Transportation is raising awareness this week on work zone safety. The spring and summer months are considered the best season for highway work. During National Work Zone Awareness Week GDOT is spreading the message about distracted driving. Due to distracted driving Hundreds of workers have been killed in work zones. “Lots of people are…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A former Hamilton County EMT convicted of vehicular manslaughter by intoxication made a court appearance Monday to ask for an appellate bond. Justin Whaley was sentenced to nine years in prison for the July 2018 death of James Brumlow. Whaley was driving the wrong way at the Highway 27/111 intersection in Soddy-Daisy when he fatally struck…
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – A settlement has been reached on behalf of families affected by a Murray County school bus crash last year. The crash occurred on April 24, 2023, on Old Grade Road in rural sections of the county. Bus 1686 was taking students to Murray County High School, Gladden Middle School, and Coker Elementary School. Still of…
Chattanooga, Tennessee (WDEF)- A first-half Jalen James hat trick was all Chattanooga FC need but added three more goals in a 6-2 victory over Inter Miami CF II. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Chattanooga FC, Inter Miami II, Jalen James
AP- The Nico Iamaleava era finally has arrived at Tennessee. Sure, the No. 2 quarterback in the 2023 recruiting class debuted in the Vols’ rout of Iowa in the Citrus Bowl. Now the quarterback caps Tennessee’s spring practice Saturday by giving fans a glimpse of how much he’s grown before the Vols’ season opener Aug. 31 against Chattanooga. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News…
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton High School baseball honored three Catamount alumni and a legendary former coach on Friday. They retired their jerseys. Those honored were former players Matthew Boggs and his brother Mitchell Along with Rodney Hennon and former coach Manny Pontonio. The Boggs brothers both were the same jersey number one. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Dalton High…
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton high school named Jonathan Adams as their new head basketball coach. Adams left his head coaching position at Notre Dame in order to take the job at Dalton. The Catamounts are known for winning state titles in soccer, and Adams hopes to deliver the same in basketball, even though he knows it will be a big challenge….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A local legislator has sponsored a bill that aims to restrict minors from accessing internet pornography. Representative Patsy Hazelwood says the issue of youth access to child pornography was brought to her by a constituent. Rep. Hazelwood recalled, “There was a gentleman on Signal Mountain where I live who has upcoming teenage children and he was…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative and EPB will be offering weeks of free courses surrounding quantum technology. This is in honor of World Quantum Day on Sunday, April 14. These courses are designed for a variety of age groups to prepare students and adults alike for the emergence of EPB’s Quantum Network. Introduced in late 2022, the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — WDEF News 12 is celebrating its 70th anniversary on the air at the end of April. WDEF was Chattanooga’s first TV station, which went on the on officially on April 25, 1954. For generations, viewers only knew two names for the news: Walter Cronkite in Washington and Mort Lloyd here in Chattanooga. The story took a tragic twist…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Moccasin Bend is one of the most beautiful and historically significant sites in Chattanooga. But the winds of change seldom stop blowing. Now, the future of Moccasin Bend is the subject of spirited debate. It’s no question that Chattanooga is filled with rich history and unique landmarks that are held dear to our community. On Thursday, the Moccasin…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Health Department is seeing a trend in chronic diseases like obesity and high blood pressure. “Just like everywhere across the country, we are seeing an increase in chronic diseases. It is the number one cause of death and disability in Hamilton County, Tennessee and the U.S.,” said Dr. Dawn Ford, Epidemiologist at…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – Henry Rollins once said “There is no better way to fight weakness than with strength. Once the Mind and Body have been awakened to their true potential it is impossible to turn back.” Today I am excited to show you some exciting new tech that will help you awaken that potential and sharpen the muscle we all…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan and McCallie somehow managed to squeeze their baseball game in on Thursday despite the wind and rain. The weather didn’t seem to bother the Bucs as they beat McCallie by a final of 9-2. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Boyd Buchanan High School, High School Baseball, McCallie School
Tennessee coaches are in love with former Bradley Central star Boo Carter. You can add special teams coach Mike Ekeler to the list. Ekeler says he won’t hesitate to allow Carter to return punts as a true freshman. Said Ekeler:”Boo Carter. I’m not saying he’s the guy, but he’s in that competition. And Boo Carter. He don’t care if he…
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA—The Chattanooga Mocs have dipped their toes in international waters for years. Men’s golfers from all over Europe have made their way to the Scenic City to build on their golf careers while earning a splendid education. Now the show is on the other foot. Coach Blaine Woodruff is headed overseas to coach Team USA in the Toyota Junior…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Thursday morning, the Chattanooga Sports Authority Board heard the latest developments on the South Broad Stadium. Opening day of 2024 was last night but the Lookouts future home might be ready to bring in the proverbial closing pitcher. However, there was a curveball as ongoing negotiations over a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) between developers, the city, and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Choo Choo Chorus performed for residents at NHC Healthcare for National Barbershop Quartet Day. Thursday is also the anniversary of the Barbershop Harmony Association. The Choo Choo Chorus performed as a way to give back. The chorus sing to put a smile on the people’s faces. The Choo Choo Chorus “It warms our heart to…