Dave Staley visits the Lavender Farm in Rising Fawn

RISING FAWN, Georgia (WDEF) – Lookout Lavender Farm looks pretty much the same this year as it did last year when I stopped by. A good number of folks. Enjoying the fields of lavender. Everything. Lavender. Alice and Bill Marrin are the owners. Alice is essentially in charge. Bill is the mower and weedeater. Remember boys, women win. Women always…

Lookouts fall 10-6 after rough last two innings

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The Rocket City Trash Pandas scored five unanswered runs to snap the Lookouts’ win streak. Chattanooga’s lead in the North Division is now back to just a half-game over the Tennesse Smokies. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Chattanooga Lookouts, Lookouts, Rocket City Trash Pandas

GSA Holds Future Courthouse Hearing

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Federal officials held a public meeting to discuss where the future Chattanooga federal courthouse will be. The Joel W. Solomon Federal Building next to Miller Park was constructed in 1931. The General Services Administration says that the needs of the federal government exceed the current capacity of the courthouse. That is why Congress has authorized the GSA…

Driving Our Economy Forward: Launch Chattanooga’s Kitchen Incubator

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — You can expect to see a lot more food trucks on the road in the Tennessee Valley, thanks to Launch Chattanooga’s Kitchen Incubator. Let’s see how they’re driving our economy forward. “Today it’s extra special because we have a cohort of entrepreneurs, new entrepreneurs who have gone through our 16 week KIC Catalyst program, and that…

Foundation Honoring Pat Summitt on her Birthday

MGN KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Tennessee legend would have turned 71 years old today. Legendary Lady Vol head basketball coach Pat Summitt passed away from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease in June 20-16. Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia and progressively takes away a person’s ability to live. Since her death, the Pat Summitt Foundation has been raising…

On3 Recruits help high school athletes like Carson Gentle understand NIL

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-McCallie senior and University of Tennessee football commit went viral after performing a split with LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne. That was part of a name image and likeness event in Nashville. If you are confused about NIL, trust me as this event shows you aren’t alone.   Categories: Featured, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: McCallie, NIL, University…

Local animal shelters reach maximum capacity

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Due to an increase in stray and surrendered animals, local shelters are reaching maximum capacity.  Shelters all across the country have been experiencing a space crisis for a while now. “So, for us, right now we have way more animals particularly dogs than we have truly humane spaces for them. We are doubling up animals and…

Veteran-focused group replaces flags for free

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A local organization is kicking off a new initiative to replace weathered or damaged American flags in the community. Comcast’s veteran-focused Employee Resource Group, known as VetNet, started the initiative. The resource group says if a technician notices a worn or damaged flag at a home or business, they will share the location with the VetNet…

Bear wandering neighborhoods on Signal Mountain

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tennessee (WDEF) – Signal Mountain Police confirm there seems to be a bear wandering through neighborhoods. They have had numerous reports of the bear making it’s way around the front of the mountain. There have been sightings on Wilson Avenue near McCoy Farms and Barrington, across from the Town pool. Police say that the TWRA is aware of…

Abba’s House Opens Food Pantry

Some of the products being given away at the food pantry at Abba’s House. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Abba’s House in Hixson launched a food pantry Tuesday morning. It was held on their campus next to the main sanctuary. Organizers say Pastor Ronnie Phillips and other staff have been working on launching this pantry for 8 months. Their goal this morning…

Affordable Housing Fair Launches Home Buyer Program

  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of Chattanooga held an affordable housing fair this evening. It was held at the Glenwood Community Center in conjunction with the Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise. The event launched the city’s first-time home buyer grant and loan program.  This program will allow those making or below 100 percent the area median income to qualify for zero…

What’s Right With Our Schools: Battle Academy Bagel Spread

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Students at Battle Academy recently tackled a tasty and fun assignment that taught them the ins and outs of running a business. With ingredients from their own garden, they created a bagel spread that made its way onto the shelves at Honey Seed. Tarah Kemp is the Culinary Integration Specialist at Battle Academy She says, ”…

Authorities Cracking Down on BUIs

(Courtesy: Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The headmaster at the Baylor School was arrested over the weekend. Authorities say that Christopher Angel was arrested on Friday and charged with boating under the influence. Angel sent out a statement apologizing for his actions but saying that he was not operating the boat unsafely. Boating Under the Influence carries a…

A Juan Chattanooga FC Goodbye

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Chattanooga FC said goodbye to Juan Hernandez on Saturday night. Hernandez announced his retirement from playing earlier this year, but he suited up ‘Juan’ last time on Saturday. Hernandez is the CFC’s all-time assists leader. The CFC is hosted Pumas FC from Kentucky, who Hernandez played for, prior to coming to Chattanooga, which added to the emotions….

Landon Donovan and VW team up for Chattanooga Soccer Clinic

Chattanooga, Tennessee (WDEF)- Landon Donovan, an iconic figure in U.S. Soccer, dedicated his Saturday to assisting a soccer clinic in Chattanooga. Widely regarded as one of the greatest American soccer players of all time, Donovan proudly represented the U.S. in three World Cups. During the clinic, Donovan not only shared his expertise but actively participated in mini soccer matches alongside…

Tennessee American Water unveils new pier at Camp Jordan

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee American Water and the City of East Ridge welcomed a new fishing pier at Camp Jordan on June 10. The American Water Charitable Foundation funded $250,000 for the project. A ribbon cutting ceremony took place in Camp Jordan along the new pier. Families celebrated with a free fishing rodeo organized by the East Ridge Optimist Club. …