CHATTANOOGA, TN – May is known as National Speech-Language-Hearing Month to raise awareness for communication disorders and the role of professionals that work with them. Speech pathology has a history that dates back to 1920. It would start gaining traction when the American Academy of Speech Correction was formed in 1926. Like all things it developed and changed over the…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Heritage beat Southwest DeKalb 4-3 and 10-1 on Thursday to advance to the next round of the Georgia state baseball playoffs. Game one was dicey for the Generals. Contest went extra innings tied at two. Panthers scored in the top of the 10th to go up 3-2, but Heritage responded with two runs in the bottom of the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We’ve seen a lot of characters come through our doors over the last 70 years. But none could grab your attention more than Harry Thornton. He was a radio DJ, turned wrestling announcer, who eventually invented local morning television. Harry knew how to push all your buttons. Here is his story from our 50th anniversary, 25 years…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- In addition to their regular meetings, the Hamilton County Commission hold a series of committee meetings. However, there are some questions rising about how those committees are being operated. The Tennessee Sunshine Law requires all governmental bodies to conduct business in the view of the public. At 9:30 each Wednesday morning, the Hamilton County Commission does…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) — Located in the heart of historic Downtown Chickamauga, Droop Scoops is a family-owned ice cream and coffee shop. When you walk through the front door you will find many young adults not only enjoying a scoop of ice cream delivered from Michigan but also spending time with friends. Let’s see how Droop Scoops is driving our…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Finley Stadium is welcoming its newly renovated “Ultra Club” event space. “This has been a few years in the works, just lots of planning. We started construction earlier this year in January and we just wanted to complete it. We’re really excited for this space. We want this to be a community space that people can…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) After splitting the first two games of their series, Ringgold defeated Gilmer 8-1 on Wednesday to win the opening round baseball series. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Gilmer, High School Baseball, Ringgold
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) After leading 1-0 at halftime, Coahulla Creek scored three goals in the second half to beat Monroe Area 4-1 and advance to the Elite Eight of the Georgia state playoffs. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: Coahulla Creek High School, High School Soccer, Monroe High School, Soccer
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) When the Ringgold baseball team needs a clutch hit or strikeout, they turn to Sebastian Haggard, better known as Sea Bass. Next fall, he’ll likely become the first person named Sea Bass to walk the halls of an Ivy League school. News 12’s Brian Armstrong has the low down on Sea Bass. Said Ringgold head coach Drew Walker:”He…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – After the UAW attempted to become unionized twice before, the third time was a charm as they had 73% vote yes. This is an opportunity that workers of Volkswagen have been waiting for to negotiate pay and much more. “In terms of my opinion if it will be good Volkswagen is now going to be unionized?…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police officially identified the suspect involved in the skate park shooting earlier this month. “Throughout the course of the investigation, the suspect was identified as 29-year-old Demitre Tayshaun Isaac,” said Sgt. Victor Miller, CPD Public Information Officer. “CPD’s Homicide Unit was able to obtain arrest warrants charging him with first degree murder and felony reckless…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Next year’s proposed Hamilton County School budget was presented to the Hamilton County Commission on Wednesday. Hamilton County School Superintendent Dr. Justin Robertson held the presentation in the Commission’s Education Committee. He says that in total it will cost about 673 million dollars, or 40 million less than last year. Dr. Robertson said they are asking for…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County government may soon be using more electric vehicles in their fleet. County Commissioners briefly discussed a resolution during their Finance Committee Wednesday morning that concerns EVs. This resolution would allow the county to purchase new electric vehicles and invest in intersection improvements. The resolution would utilize over $7 million total to fund these purchases….
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tennessee lawmakers this week passed a bill that would allow schools to train teachers and employees to carry guns at school. The bill will not be impacting Hamilton County Schools, though. Critics, including parents at Covenant School in Nashville, argued the practice would be dangerous. The bill is now waiting on Gov. Bill Lee to…
The NFL draft hits on Thursday. It’ll be Tennessee’s first draft under new head coach Brian Callahan. Tennessee has the 7th overall pick. Titans could use offensive lineman and receivers, and it appears they’ll be able to find some good ones. Said Callahan:”There’s probably more offensive linemen than there has been in past classes. Feels deep in terms of the…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ringgold split their opening round playoff series with Gilmer on Tuesday. Bobcats won game one 4-2, while Ringgold bounced back to win the second contest 5-3. Conner Christopher had the big blow in game two with a 3-run homer. He had 4 RBI’s in the game. Game three is at 5pm Wednesday. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) – Julie Kirby Jones is a work-based learning teacher for Chickamauga City Schools. She places students in jobs that align with their goals and aspirations. She’s great at it. She’s also a full-time media specialist. She’s great at that, too. News 12 caught up with Mrs. Jones at Gordon Lee High School to give her the Golden…
WATCH: News 12 employee Russell Stroud sent in an elevated video of the fire from near the scrap yard. SEE MORE: HCEMS CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — There was a large fire at a scrap metal recycling center near Downtown Chattanooga on Tuesday afternoon. HCEMS crews were on stand-by as the Chattanooga Fire Department battled the fire. HCEMS It was located…
Today we are making banana yogurt bites. My kids absolutely love anything and everything bananas, so I always try to find different types of recipes. They’re a little bit on the healthier side, so they’ll eat them and enjoy it at the same time. But these are great for little ones to eat as well. So what you need are…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Matt Dill hit a key grand slam to send Baylor past McCallie 7-4 on Monday evening at Kenny Sholl Stadium. With the game tied at three in the top of the 6th, Dill stepped to the plate with the bases loaded and two outs. He hit the first pitch he saw over the left field fence for the grand…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Schools and UTC have teamed to put equity into action! University School serves as a college pipeline for kids who might not have considered a four-year university education. It’s an inclusive example of what’s right with our schools. Arielle Garcia-Hayes is the Principal University High. She says, “University High is a program School through…
UPDATE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Throughout the past few months, Gov. Bill Lee has pushed to expand school vouchers across the state of Tennessee. Dubbed the Education Freedom Act, he has been arguing that this piece of legislation would help expand access to quality education to students across the state. However, the bill did not pass the test of the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chatt town, peace up! Usher is home, the eight-time grammy award winning artist was back in Chattanooga on Saturday. The artist took the stage to receive the keys to the city. The UTC Mackenzie arena was filled with explosive energy from the community. Young and old danced in the aisles to celebrate this joyous occasion the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For all of the animal lovers out there, the Chattanooga Zoo has a neat surprise coming this summer with new animals, but they need your help with the Bidder Critter auction this upcoming week. “We have 75 total items and include hotel stays, an exclusive zoo experience, restaurant gift cards, tickets to local attractions, furniture, glassware,…