CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Baylor’s signing class was so big on National Signing Day that they held it outside. Twelve athletes put pen to paper for the Red Raiders. Red Raiders were a power five football pipeline. Tight end Max LeBlanc to Ohio State. Quarterback Whit Muschamp to Vanderbilt, and receiver Amari Jefferson to Alabama. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga area proved to be fertile recruiting ground for SEC schools. At Heritage High School, Jay Williams signed to go to Alabama as a preferred walk-on. He’s a long snapper. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Heritage High School, Jay Williams, preferred walk-on, University of Alabama
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – National Signing Day got underway Wednesday, and it was basically a party at McCallie. Big Blue had seven kids sign college papers. No surprise McCallie had several football players sign, since they won the state championship. The signing class was highlighted by tight end Carson Gentle and quarterback Jay St Hilaire, who are both headed to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — On Wednesday, Chattanooga laid to rest an American hero. Captain Larry Taylor, who is the most recent recipient of the Medal of Honor, an honor he received from President Joe Biden in September 2023, passed away on September 28 at the age of 81. A series of services were held through Chattanooga in honor of his…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Gate 11 Distillery started five years ago. It’s located inside the Chattanooga Choo Choo. Let’s see how they are driving our economy forward. Owner of Gate 11 Distillery, Billy says the craft distillery has a big cocktail bar, but they make their own spirits. The company makes vodka, gin, rum and agave spirits. “The Chattanooga Choo-Choo…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – In 1987, President Ronald Regan established an annual day of observance during the first week of February to acknowledge female athletes. The day also pays homage to the late Flo Hyman, a volleyball player who worked hard for fairness in women’s sports. “It is a celebration of women in sports. It is recognizing girls and…
Fort Oglethorpe, GA-(WDEF-TV) LFO edged Coahulla Creek 71-70 in overtime on Tuesday night to win the regular season region title. The Colts Aubree Langley scored on a put-back with 30 seconds left in regulation. She was fouled and made the free throw to tie the game at 61 and send it into overtime. In the OT period, the Warriors Christen…
McMinn Central girls basketball coach Johnny Morgan has tallied over a thousand wins during his incredible career. The key to his success is defense. He expounded on his defensive philosophy with News 12’s Brian Armstrong. Morgan: “It’s not hard to get them to buy in because they’re going against the, hopefully they’re going against the best defense that they’ll see…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The United Auto Workers (UAW) says they have reached a milestone at the Volkswagen (VW) Plant. However, they will be facing some opposition. Zachary Costello has been a leader among Volkswagen employees in their fight to unionize at the Chattanooga Plant. He says despite opposition coming in the form of billboards on Interstate 75, he believes…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Greater Chattanooga region is now a part of a unique partnership. The Coalition of Hip Hideaways was announced this morning in part by the Thrive Regional Partnership. They have teamed up with economic organizations in Missoula, Montana, Colorado Springs, and Northwest Arkansas. The goal of the organization is to promote economic growth in these…
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) – The best teachers prepare their students for success after graduation. Peter Davis has been building solid futures for a long time at Ridgeland High School. Karen Hughes is the principal at Ridgeland High. She says, “Mr. Davis is an amazing teacher. Totally hands on. He teaches the skills that they need for employability and his AgMec…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – State Representative Yusuf Hakeem was expected to present an abortion exception bill to the state’s health committee Tuesday. However, according to the Tennessee General Assembly website, the bill failed in the Population Health Subcommittee of Health Committee. The Population Health Subcommittee met at 3 p.m. CT on February 6. Hakeem believed it was a priority to…
Today at Mom to Mom, we are creating a weekly menu to help your meal decision a little bit easier. One of the things I hate the most is dinner time and getting prepared for it. I never know what everyone in my house is going to want for dinner. So today we are going to create a weekly dinner…
UPDATE: CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police confirmed that a person was shot Tuesday afternoon near Notre Dame High School. They say this was an “isolated incident from the school.” The victim’s injuries were not life-threatening. Several facilities were placed on a temporary lockdown during the investigation. Authorities searched the area, ensured it was secure and then released the facilities…
BLEDSOE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Parents in Bledsoe County are complaining that the school board is considering a four-year extension on the contract for their director of schools. The board discussed the contract extension at their meeting Monday night. That included residents who voiced their concerns about giving Selina Sparkman a new contract when her current one still has more than…
South Pitt, TN-(WDEF-TV) South Pittsburg won on Senior Night Monday as they defeated Sale Creek 50-44 for their tenth straight win. Earlier in the day, the Pirates were voted into the state basketball rankings, as they checked in at number nine in the Class A poll. According to the South Pittsburg coaching staff, it’s the first time the Pirates have…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — An article in the Cleveland Daily Banner over the weekend is raising concerns about fighting in the school systems. The paper was sent links to fight videos at Lake Forest Middle and various Bradley County Schools. Both the school superintendent and Sheriff appeared on Mix 104 Monday morning to share their concerns about the social media…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The man awaiting trial for the death of a woman in his Northshore apartment in November 2022 was back in court on Monday. It was an emotional day in court as Jasmine Pace’s biological parents, stepfather and sister were all called by Jason Chen’s defense attorney to the stand. Jason Chen’s defense attorney, Joshua Weiss, questioning…
ATLANTA (AP) — Raheem Morris wants to make the most of his second opportunity as the Atlanta Falcons’ coach. That means helping the Falcons achieve something they couldn’t during what he called the most painful loss of his career. Morris was named Atlanta’s coach on Jan. 25. His first news conference on Monday came on the seventh anniversary of the Falcons blowing…
TRENTON, Ga. (WDEF) – Imagine what a go-pro camera could pick up in the student section during a high school football game. Our friends at Dade County High did just that and won a statewide award for it! What the camera captured is a spirited example of what’s right with our schools. Josh Hurst is the Audio Video Technology and…
Watch Live: NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee will deliver his sixth State of the State address tonight at 7 p.m. Gov. Lee says he wants to fortify Tennessee’s future. He will be covering several discussion topics tonight. Those include advancing rural opportunity, economic prosperity, educational choices and protecting Tennessee music. He says Tennessee has ranked as the fastest growing…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – At the Avondale community center, the organization ‘Moms Demand Action’ came together to support those who have lost loved ones due to gun violence. They also preached the importance of gun safety along with changes that need to be made. “Parents that are going through gun violence is a trauma that you carry every day. Your…
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Rhea County Elementary School held a balloon release on their football field to celebrate the life of Jo’zie Brown. He was a seven-year-old who was shot and killed on January 14. Brown was more than just a football player and a teammate for the Rhea County Little Eagles, he was a best friend to many…
GoMocs- Chattanooga (19-3, 7-0 SoCon) made it through the first half of Southern Conference action undefeated with a 79-62 win over Furman (12-11, 2-5 SoCon) at The McKenzie Arena. The Mocs celebrated 50 seasons of women’s basketball Saturday with former players in the stands and honored at halftime. The Mocs put together a 10-0 run in the first quarter and…