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…
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…
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…
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…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — If you got a cool tech gift over the holidays, you might need a smartphone to be able to use it. If your new device has to be paired with a smartphone, make sure you’re downloading the right app. “A lot of times if you’re using or getting a Google device, whether that is a Google…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Hamilton County School Board discussed major changes coming to their school facilities Thursday. One change was where to put a Red Bank Elementary. Ben Connor of district six said, “Turf the football field at Red Bank high school, it would then be able to be played on by multiple sports. If that was to…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The City of Chattanooga has extended the updated traffic pattern on Fraizer Avenue. The new traffic pattern has been extended until Monday, January 8 at 7 a.m. The traffic pattern involves reducing Frazier to two lanes and reducing the speed to 25 mph on the weekends. The city said that this will help them collect more data…
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…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The East Brainerd Church of Christ is preparing snack packs for children in Hamilton County. Many students rely on school lunches as their only meal of the day, which is something they can’t get on the weekends. But Snack Pack Ministry wants those kids to have meals every day. Snack Pack Ministry / Acts Outreach Ministries Each…
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,”…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…