Tyner Wins District Battle Over CSAS 67-52

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) In a battle of unbeaten teams in district play, Tyner up-ended CSAS by a final of 67-52. The Rams were up just four after the first quarter, but they forced several turnovers in the second quarter with their pressure defense to push the lead to 16 at the break. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: CSAS, district battle,…

Ryan Tannehill Starting Titans Season Finale Against Jacksonville

Titans coach Mike Vrabel announced Friday that Ryan Tannehill will start at quarterback Sunday in Tennessee’s season finale against Jacksonville. Will Levis is fighting a foot injury, and he is designated as the team’s emergency third string QB. It will likely be Tannehill’s final game in a Titans uniform. The team is not expected to bring him back next season…

Heritage Long Snapper Jay Williams Headed to Play For the Crimson Tide

Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Alabama’s football season came to an end at the Rose Bowl last Saturday. But now, a new group of players are coming to Tuscaloosa in the hopes of winning a national title, including Heritage High School’s long snapper Jay Williams. Brian Armstrong talks with the new Crimson Tide commit. Heritage High Schooler Jay Williams is a preferred walk…

Monteagle truck stop project facing legal, community backlash

MONTEAGLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Johnny Cash once sang about the dangers of trucking down Monteagle Mountain.  However, residents on top of the mountain are warning about the dangers of a proposed truck stop. Current state of the property where the Petro’s Truck Stop may be built. (From: United to Protect the Plateau) Monteagle resident William Best recalled, “There are literally…

Increased renewal fees for all Electric Vehicles in Tennessee

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — An increased fee went into effect at the beginning of the year for electric vehicles in Tennessee. This includes All-Electric, Hybrid Electric and Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles. County clerk offices statewide have been advised by the Tennessee Department of Revenue there are increased renewal fees for all EVs. The rate is just under $300, adjusted annually…

Local musician published for scientific breakthrough

Martha Summa-Chadwick devleops program for people with disabilities

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A local musical researcher developed a way for people with disabilities to learn how to play piano through the use of colored blocks. In her Notes2Blocks program, students of all ages and skill sets can learn how to connect through the universal language of music. Martha Summa-Chadwick grew up as a concert pianist and always felt…

From the Archives: 1980s Ice Storm

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We remember the big snowfalls from the past. But sometimes a thin layer of ice can be even more trouble. 40 years ago, we survived a tough week of weather. It started with a Christmas morning low temperature of -2 degrees. That was followed by two ice storms, which created total chaos. Here is a look back…

National survey indicates Americans are tired of tipping

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — PlayUSA conducted a survey of a little over a thousand Americans nationwide and found that over half of the participants are experiencing an overwhelming amount of tipping pressure. “59% of Americans are experiencing what we call ‘Tipping Fatigue’ – which is just exhaustion at being constantly prompted to tip,” Spokesperson for PlayUSA, Alison Hadley said. It…

Commissioner Eversole proposes South Broad projects meeting

South Broad Project meeting tentatively scheduled for next week

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hamilton County Commissioners met Wednesday night to discuss budgets and their minutes at the start of the year. District 10 Commissioner Jeff Eversole mentioned his plan to schedule a meeting about the South Broad Projects– which includes Lookout Stadium. A rendering of the new South Broad Stadium. (Courtesy: South Broad Project) Former meetings claimed the building…

Driving Our Economy Forward: Encraft

RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — They call him the Dinosaur Man. Jim LaMance’s North Georgia woodworking business, Encraft, is “Where Old-world Craftsmanship meets New-world Technology.” And these historic creatures are some of the wooden items he designs. Let’s see how Encraft is driving our economy forward. “So, I’m an engineer, and when I was in school at Auburn, my job to…

Flu cases on the rise ahead of school resuming

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As the days get colder and children prepare to go back to school, health experts are seeing flu cases continue to rise in Tennessee.  “We are not surprised to see a rise in not only flu, but flu-like illnesses,” said Dr. Stephen Miller, Health Officer for the Hamilton County Health Department. “It is so much so,…

EPB seeking artists to complete 10th Street murals

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — EPB is seeking local artists to complete the final portion of the 10th Street Substation murals. Mural artist / EPB This year’s theme is “The Magic of Unity.” Until January 31, artists can apply to showcase their artistic capabilities along 10th Street. The murals will be painted on the fourth side of the EPB substation, parallel…

New Year’s Eve Party was a hit

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A New Years Eve party has been in the works in Chattanooga. “Several months ago, we looked at different locations and areas we would consider hosting the city’s first New Year’s Eve celebration. We chose right in front of the Tennessee Aquarium. Beautiful backdrop with a couple great local bands and the turnout was absolutely fantastic,”…

CHI Memorial offering first mobile lung screenings of 2024

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – CHI Memorial is looking to kick off 2024 by providing lung screening to patients.  This Friday, January 5, they are taking the mobile lung screening to the East Gate Town Center.  Last year, CHI provided more than 3,000 lung screening.  CHI is hoping to surpass that number this year.  “Lung cancer is the most prevalent cancer…

Mom to Mom – Vaporizing Shower Bombs

Today on Mom to Mom, if you’re feeling a little stuffed up, we have a great homemade shower remedy. Today, we are making vaporizing shower bombs and it’s a lot easier than you think and more than likely, you have all the ingredients in your house. All you’re going to need is some corn starch, some Vaporizing Rub, a mixing…

Country Stars Shine, Draw Record Crowd for Nashville NYE Bash

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — A record-breaking crowd of 215,000 people packed out Nashville’s Bicentennial Park for CBS’ NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE: NASHVILLE’S BIG BASH Sunday night. News 12 was there for the five-hour broadcast, which included dozens of performances from country music’s biggest stars. Headliner Thomas Rhett kicked off his part of the show with his upbeat song, “Vacation.” Later,…

What’s Right With Our Schools: Tyner Academy Food Boxes

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tyner Academy students are getting a valuable lesson in helping their community. And get this, it was all their idea! That kind of generosity is a heart-warming example of what’s right with our schools. Dr. Tiffany Earvin is the Principal at Tyner Academy. She explains,” So, the boxes are going to help families in need. This…

Check out the Top Animal Babies of 2023 in Tennessee

Tennessee Tourism curates a list of the cutest babes born in state zoos and aquariums

NASHVILLE (WDEF) – 2023 was a cute year for Tennessee zoos and aquariums. The folks at Tennessee Tourism remind us of the babies we can find across the state. Here is their list of the top animal babies in 2023. They include Poppy at the Chattanooga Zoo and several 4-eyed turtles at the Tennessee Aquarium. Check out the zoo Instagram…

Ruby Falls celebrates 95th anniversary on December 30th

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Tenn.  (WDEF) — A local Chattanooga treasure celebrated its 95th anniversary on Saturday with a special dedication. Ruby Falls lit 95 candles in honor of 95 years serving the greater Chattanooga community. Leo Lambert founded the falls on December 30, 1928. The Falls have been a family-friendly adventure for nearly a century. This attraction has been popular for…