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…
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…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — Keep Dalton-Whitfield Beautiful’s annual Bring One for the Chipper event was held earlier on Saturday at Home Depot. Their efforts are to recycle live, natural, decoration-free Christmas trees after the holiday season… along with your used electronic devices and cardboard. Executive Director Amy Hartline said, “We’re bringing all of our live decorating trees… We’ve gotten almost…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Many people gathered to celebrate an African American tradition on December 30. Eastdale Village Community Church hosted a Kwanzaa celebration Saturday afternoon. Speakers explained the importance of the seven day celebration, which begins on December 26 each year. During the celebration of Kwanzaa, a red, black, or green candle is lit each day to focus on…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Country stars will be taking the stage to celebrate 2024 as part of CBS’ NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE: NASHVILLE’S BIG BASH this Sunday night. News 12 will be in the Music City for the event. Elle King and Entertainment Tonight’s Rachel Smith will be hosting again this year. The star-studded event will feature dozens of performances,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Humane educational society is now offering the barn cat program. This program finds homes for outdoor cats that are currently not wanted where they are living. These cats can be not only adopted but also cat mice outside your home. The Humane Society is hopeful folks can give the cats a chance to do what…
A Chattanooga man is putting the word ‘Hoff’ in hot sauce. Aaron Hoffman has his own unique spin on the popular condiment, and even has plans to expand his hot sauce company.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — You finally got that tech gift you’ve been wanting for months. Now, how do you set it up in the first place? AT&T’s Laurie Starcher says setting up your holiday tech gifts doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It starts with a little common sense. Read the directions. “We want to see what you need,” Starcher said….
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Vols take on Iowa at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando on New Year’s Day. Our Brian Armstrong is in Florida to preview the matchup. But we thought we’d take you back 30 years in our Thursday Throwback when we previewed another Citrus Bowl. That year, the Vols were also in Orlando. We looked at their…
UPDATE: DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Cookie Jar Cafe is making final additions to their building before reopening. The restaurant is making repairs after catching fire earlier in the year. The restaurant posted to social media on Thursday with a photo of them making “finishing touches” to the front of the building. However, they said it will likely be the…
UPDATES: CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — This week, Rick Sentell was arrested and charged with sexual exploitation of a minor for possessing child pornography. Sentell is listed online as the pastor of the Cornerstone Church of God. However, there is a different church now at this location. The preacher of that church told News 12 that Sentell sold him the church…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) It’s looking more and more like we’ll have a Chattanooga native in the 20 24 Summer Olympics. Weight-lifter Olivia Reeves is on the cusp of qualifying for the Paris games. News 12’s Brian Armstrong catches up with one of the strongest women in America. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 2024 Summer Olympics, Chattanooga weightlifter, closer, Olivia Reeves,…
Brittany and Dustin Dillard, the couple killed in a 2022 Christmas Night crash in Bradley County. (Courtesy: 24/7 Movement) CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Christmas Night 2022 was a tragic night for many in Bradley County and adjacent communities. Husband and wife Brittany and Dustin Dillard were killed when a drunk driver, Patricke Conley, crashed into them head on Highway 64. Conley…
Synthetic turf, called Game ON Turf, being made for the College Football Playoff in Calhoun, GA. (Courtesy: Shaw Sports Turf) CALHOUN, Ga. (WDEF)- A company based in Calhoun, Georgia will be in the national spotlight over the next few weeks. Shaw Sports Turf has been named as the Official Synthetic Turf Provider of the College Football Playoff. Shaw says they…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – Christmas came a little early this year for students at East Lake Elementary. It’s a holiday tradition that makes sure every child gets plenty of presents and it’s a timely example of What’s Right With our Schools. Dr. Jasmine Farrow, “Today we are having our Dear Santa initiative. Every year for the past three years, all…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — News 12’s Amelia Greer wrapped up Christmas day with a holiday carol. She was joined by her sister and father to sing “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” Guitar: Landon Greer Vocals: Amelia and Lily Greer Categories: Featured Tags: Christmas, Christmas Carols
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A local holiday favorite took of Memorial Auditorium on Saturday. The NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet came to Chattanooga just in time to celebrate the holiday season. NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet returns to Chattanooga on Dec. 23. Images taken from the official NUTCRACKER! website. This ballet has been coming to Chattanooga for decades. A modern take on…
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — Some local first responders brought Christmas cheer to kids who were near in Dunlap this past weekend. Dunlap Police officers spread holiday cheer ahead of Christmas. Photos taken from the Dunlap Police Department Facebook page. Officers with the Dunlap Police Department gave out bikes to local kids in Sequatchie County. Dunlap Police Officer Crawley and Officer…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – If you were/are out doing last minute Christmas shopping this weekend, you’re not alone. In fact, it seems it has always been this way. Before Amazon or online shopping, we found plenty of people hitting Walmart and the malls on the weekend before Christmas. The year was 1993. Take a look at a very busy shopping weekend….
Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Signal Mountain girls basketball team is off to a fast start this season, thanks in large part to play of junior Carlee Lowry. News 12’s Brian Armstrong catches up with the outstanding Eagles player, who already has scored 30 in a game this season. Said Signal Mountain Carol Bell: Definitely athleticism. Um, very competitive in, in…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Brainerd lost to Pearl Cohn on Friday evening 61-47 in the Henry Bowles tournament at the Howard school. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Brainerd High School, Henry Bowles Tournament, High School Basketball, Pearl-Cohn High School
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan finally found their offensive touch in the second half to beat Soddy Daisy 40-29 in the finals of the Gordon Lee Christmas tournament. Bucs were only up 12-9 at halftime. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Boyd Buchanan, Gordon Lee Christmas Tournament, High School Basketball, Soddy Daisy High School
Chickamauga, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Soddy Daisy girls basketball won the Gordon Lee Christmas tournament title on Friday night. They beat Heritage 59-45. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Gordon Lee Christmas Tournament, Heritage High School, High School Basketball, Soddy Daisy High School
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — With Christmas quite literally just around the corner, many are wrapping up their Christmas shopping. The holidays are a very busy time for many consumers: from Black Friday all the way to Christmas. Last minute shopping is no exception. Evelyn with Essence Fragrances said, “Christmas is our biggest holiday for us. And Black Friday is too,…