POLK COUNTY, TN (WDEF) – The best teachers make every student feel included, safe and loved. Olivia Hatcher checks all those boxes and so many more. That’s why she won the Golden Apple Award. Tim Kidd is the Principal at South Polk. He says, “She’s the best. She’s the best. She will volunteer for anything we need. She loves these…
Today on Mom to Mom, we are making a button behavior jar. I don’t know about your kids, but my kids are always constantly changing and the way we punish them and reward them changes with every age. So, we like to find different ways to kind of get them involved and excited about earning things that they like in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The 10th annual Veteran’s Mission was held at White Lightning Harley-Davidson this year. “Veterans around the community come out and support each other. A lot of the vendors and everything are donating money to homeless veterans,” said Sales Manager for White Lightning Harley Davidson, Craig Nabors. “Also, veterans’ organizations such as Veterans Mission, in order to…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) You can argue that Ailym Ford is now the best running back in Mocs history. He rushed for 126-yards in Chattanooga’s win over the Citadel to become the school’s top rushing running back. Brian Armstrong has more on Ford’s legacy. Said head coach Rusty Wright:”I thought he ran the ball hard with a better purpose tonight.” On Saturday Ailym…
TRENTON, GA (WDEF) – High School is the perfect place to get young people ready for college or career, but even after you land a good job, properly managing your money makes all the difference. Dade County students are learning lessons that will really pay off. Al Barton is an advisor at Dade County High. He explains, ” Our main…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tennessee Governor’s Conference was held in Chattanooga this year. It’s a two-day conference, taking place on Monday and Tuesday this week. Hundreds of state and local leaders attended on Monday. The event kicked off with a conversation with both Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp. “We are here selling Southeast Tennessee,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A small business in Brainerd is struggling with a series of break-ins. The Tiendra Martinez grocery store is a small business located near the intersection of Brainerd and Moore Roads. The store and building owner say that on September 7, September 11, and this morning, they have had three separate break-ins to their business. Their frustrations…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – CHI Memorial has announced they are offering a new form of therapy. They have announced that neurologic music therapy will be offered to patients recovering from strokes, Parkinson’s and other trauma. Medical professionals say by using music and rhythm, patients can relearn lost cognition skills at a quicker rate by helping a damaged brain regain its…
GOTHAM CITY (WDEF) — This past Saturday was the third Saturday in September. That means we celebrated “Batman Day.” We’ve done so every year, dating back to 2014. Batman remains as popular a super-hero now as ever before. And a new gaming experience brings “Gotham City” to a whole different level. He was created in a comic book back in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The rain was coming down hard at several points during Saturday’s high school football match up between Tyner and Brainerd. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Brainerd, High School Football, Tyner
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Chattanooga Mocs scored on five straight possessions including four straight touchdowns enroute to a 48-3 win over the Citadel Bulldogs. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Chattanooga Mocs, College Football, Football, NCAA, SoCon opener
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hamilton Place Mall turned pink in support of breast cancer awareness on Saturday, Sept. 16. The Susan G. Komen “MORE THAN PINK WALK” was hosted at the mall for the second year. “The mall has always been a place for community, a place for the community to gather. So partnering with Susan G. Komen for this…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — Winn Smiles in Cleveland held a free dental clinic on Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-existing patients and newcomers could attend the clinic. Patients could choose one free service — from cleanings to fillings. Employees of the dentistry say that this event brings out many each year. “To get those patients immediate pain relief…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Cleveland community has been sincerely touched by one little girl’s battle with cancer. Many have been impacted by her strength and resilience. Nine-and-a-half-year-old Olivia Weatherford fought a hard battle with cancer for four and a half years. She passed away on Tuesday, September 12. Surrounding communities have continued to support her and her family. People…
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Grundy County Sheriff Heath Gunter got a scolding in Nashville from a fellow sheriff. Sheriff Gunter appeared before the POST Commission again on Friday. His department has been called on the carpet since an inspection last fall found several deputies weren’t certified, and other paper-work issues. They are making progress on the paperwork. But POST…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — An exhibit at Ruby Falls documents the talent and works of a very important man. A man that many people probably haven’t heard of. It’s been up and running for several weeks now. It highlights the photography of Horace Brazelton, one of Chattanooga’s first Black photographers. He was a trailblazer. For many years, he had a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — If you’re looking to upgrade your iPhone, you’re in luck! Apple just announced its latest batch of phones and watches. A nice new perk of the iPhone 15 lineup is the cable you use to charge it. Say goodbye to Apple’s traditional lightning connection, and hello to a USB-C charging cable that even works with non-Apple…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) – Staff at the Walker County Animal Shelter are caring for a multitude of seized animals. Animal rescuers recently removed dozens of dogs, pigs, rabbits and chickens from a home on Old Lafayette Road. “It has been an ongoing issue at this particular residence. I cannot commend the diligence of the community for keeping on reporting…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Susan G. Komen Foundation will host its annual “More Than Pink Walk” on Saturday. The walk will take place at Hamilton Place Mall this year. Organizers are gathering the community to help fight breast cancer. Photo: Susan G. Komen / Instagram They also plan to remember those who passed away from breast cancer and celebrate those…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – An elementary school student is in custody after Cleveland Police say he sent threatening emails to a school administrator. Cleveland City Schools were closed on Thursday due to this threat. Cleveland Police say a nine-year-old boy has been charged with threats of mass violence on school property and harassment. They say that boy sent emails to…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) McCallie’s game Friday night at Brentwood Academy is getting the ultimate hype. It’ll be televised nationally on ESPN-U, starting at 8 o’clock. The Blue Tornado and Eagles are getting the national spotlight, since both teams feature several college prospects. For awhile, it looked like McCallie was going to secure a nationally televised game from Chattanooga at Finley Stadium. Said…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A major week of patriotism wrapped up in style today. Sergeant Leroy Petry knows how drastically one action can change one’s life. In 2008, while on tour with the United States Army in Afghanistan, a firefight with the Taliban would change his life. Sgt. Petry said, “I had a bullet that went through both of my…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Carrollton, Georgia Police Department is asking for Chattanoogans help in solving a missing person’s cold case. Brian Wehrle was living in Atlanta in September 2009 with his partner at the time and was traveling to Carrollton to take care of his parent’s estate in probate hearings. He was staying alone at his parent’s house while…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — From parties to weddings, The Historic venue is bringing both elegance and history to Chattanooga’s Southside. It’s even giving the area a financial boost from these special events. Let’s see how The Historic is driving our economy forward. “The building was built in 1904,” said Brenna Caillat, Venue Manager. “When it was built, it was built…