National Volunteer Week hits home as local businesses and non profits give their thanks
Volunteer week is nationally recognized, April 16-22, and the ‘Volunteer state’ is no exception.
Volkswagen unveils new ID.7
They call this their electric Passat
(CORRECTION: An earlier version of this story indicated the ID.7 would be made in Chattanooga based on the head of Volkswagen Group of America saying “The ID.7 will join the ID bus and the ID.4, which we will produce in Chattanooga, in the state of Tennessee.” Volkswagen Chattanooga says he was only referring to the ID.4.) BERLIN, Germany (WDEF) –…
More to the Story with Staley: Airport Art Exhibit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — One of the most successful art exhibits in our area happens to be at the Chattanooga Airport. And even the one who came up with the idea is pleasantly surprised by its success. The rotating art exhibits at the Chattanooga Airport have turned out to work quite well. That’s according to the exhibit curator, Carrie Pendergrass….
Brainerd security guard arrested for punching student in January
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Police have arrested an individual in the recent controversy surrounding Brainerd High School. A Hamilton County Grand Jury indicted Josephus Reed earlier this month on charges from the January incident at the school. Josephus Reed, (Courtesy: HCSO) A mother complained that her son had been punched in the face by a man who claimed to be…
Notre Dame High School hosts premiere for Chattanooga based documentary
Notre Dame High School hosted the premiere for a movie based on, and filmed in, Chattanooga.
New Autism Therapy Aims to Ease Treatment Access
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new autism therapy center in our area is aiming to improve treatment options for children. The Lighthouse Kids Centers opened their first space in Franklin, Tennessee last September and have since expanded to the Tennessee Valley. Jeff West, the CEO for Lighthouse Kids said, “I had the idea that I wanted to get into this space…
First Annual Walnut Street Bridge Festival Held
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Chattanooga landmark saw a new event on Sunday. The First Annual Walnut Street Bridge Festival was held along the iconic bridge There were dozens of vendors lined up along the bridge along with performers as it was free to walk through the festival. Tracy Bush-Hatcher, who is with Vonzara Inc., the organizers of the event, said,…
Lookouts Rally From 6-0 Deficit to Beat the M-Braves
(lookouts.com) The Chattanooga Lookouts were down 6-0 in the fourth inning but rallied to an 8-6 win over the Mississippi Braves. Mississippi started the game strong, scoring six runs with the help of three solo home runs off Lookouts starter Connor Phillips. In the bottom of the fourth inning, the rally began on back-to-back singles by Noelvi Marte and James…
Boyd Buchanan Edges Notre Dame 2-1 in District Soccer Showdown
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) In a battle of soccer district rivals on Friday night at Boyd Buchanan, the Bucs edged Notre Dame by a 2-1 final. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: Boyd Buchanan, High School Soccer, Notre Dame High School, Soccer
UTC Looking to Turn Moss Creek Into Mocs Creek in Women’s SoCon Tourney
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The UTC Mocs women’s golf team is gearing up for this year’s SoCon tournament at Moss Creek Lane. News 12’s Brian Armstrong finds out how the team is getting ready for a chance at another SoCon title at a course they have historically dominated. Said defending SoCon champ Dorota Zalewska: you never know who’s golf. Moss Creek Lane is…
Kane Brown Up for Five ACM Awards
FRISCO, Texas (WDEF) — Tennessee Valley native Kane Brown is up for five ACM Awards next month. Kane is nominated for Entertainer of the Year, and Male Artist of the Year. He’s also sharing three nominations for Single of the Year, Visual Media of the Year, and Music Event of the Year with his wife, Katelyn, for their song…
Success Continues For Dalton High Soccer Team
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) It seems like the Dalton high school soccer team is always playing for a state title under head coach Matt Cheaves, and this year appears to be no different. Brian Armstrong delves into the Catamounts secret for success. Said head coach Matt Cheaves: “Stay positive and try to follow our plan.: Matt Cheese has been Dalton High School…
TECH BYTE: Tips to Safely File Your Taxes Online
If you’re filing your taxes online or on a smartphone app, make sure you’re doing it safely. There are things you can do to keep from getting hacked.
Andrew Abbott Pitches Another Gem as Lookouts Down M-Braves 8-3
(lookouts.com) Lookouts ace Andrew Abbott, struck out a career-high 14 batters in the Lookouts 8-3 win over the Mississippi Braves. The southpaw now has 25 strikeouts this season which leads the Minors. In the second inning, the Lookouts gave Abbott the early 2-0 lead with home runs by Nick Quintana and Quiny McAfee. Chattanooga would continue to put its power…
Silverdale Baseball Uses 12 Run Inning to Beat McCallie 15-8
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) A little rain didn’t bother the Silverdale baseball team on Thursday. They took down McCallie 15-8. The Seahawks took control with a 12-run inning. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, High School Baseball, McCallie School, Silverdale Baptist Academy
Boyd Buchanan Softball Edges Silverdale 4-3
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) In a battle of district leaders on Thursday, Boyd Buchanan edged rival Silverdale 4-3 in high school softball. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Boyd Buchanan, High School Softball, Silverdale Baptist Academy, Softball
Baylor Beats Rival GPS 12-5
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Baylor softball team knocked off rival GPS 12-5 on a drizzly afternoon Thursday at the Baylor School. The Bruisers jumped on top with a 3-run homer from Bailey Long in the top of the first. Red Raiders answered with two runs in the bottom of the first before rolling to the big victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports…
New Updates Presented on the Lookouts Stadium Project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -Opening Day was on Tuesday as baseball season is in full swing. What else is in full swing is the development of the South Broad Stadium complex, as the vision for it is coming together. The Chattanooga Sports Authority Board discussed updates to the plan for the Lookouts stadium today. Master developer Jim Irwin highlighted what changes…
CPD says drug Xylazine is becoming a problem
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to Xylazine usage across the country in today’s briefing. The powerful sedative also known as “Tranq” is being mixed with fentanyl. It is used primarily in veterinary medicine. Drug dealers like it because it is cheap and powerful. “It applies the effect, and it also does it cheaply. So, you…
Woman arrested for carjacking and fleeing police at Walmart
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) — A woman pulled a knife on another female and then stole her car in Fort Oglethorpe on Thursday. The victim was not injured, according to police. Officers said the suspect is a 41-year-old white female named Debra Bice. Bice stole a silver Dodge Neon from the victim around 11:30 a.m. Fort Oglethorpe Police showed up…
Fire department steers struggling eagle to shore
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Firefighters saw an odd object floating in the water while training on Wednesday evening. As they approached it, the object started moving. (Courtesy: CFD) They realized it was a juvenile bald eagle. The firefighters contacted the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency, who told them not to intervene unless it was struggling. The CFD said they kept…
Maria Lee announces she is in remission from lymphoma
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) – Tennessee’s First Lady announces that she is in remission from cancer. Maria Lee posted a video on Thursday thanking people for their prayers during her treatment. The Governor’s wife says that a stem cell transplant in February was a success. She was diagnosed with lymphoma in August. Lee has been largely absent from public life since…
M-Braves Explode Out of the Gate to Beat Lookouts 9-5
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Mississippi Braves exploded for five runs in their first at-bat, as they sailed to a 9-5 win over the Chattanooga Lookouts. Beau Phillip did most of the damage in that first inning for the M-Braves hitting a grand slam. James Free enjoyed a big night for the Lookouts going 4-5 at the plate. Ashton Creal had a two…
Dalton Opens State Soccer Playoffs With 4-0 Win Over Jefferson
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Dalton Catamounts opened the state soccer playoffs on Wednesday with a 4-0 win over Jefferson. Luis Favela scored twice, including the first goal less than three minutes into the match. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: Dalton High School, High School Soccer, Soccer
