Donations needed for men’s health-oriented outreach

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Salvation Army’s Echelon group is asking the public for donations for their Bacon and Boxers event. They are hosting this event Thursday, March 30, from 12 to 2 p.m. It will be at the Salvation Army’s 614 Corps Shelter at 800 McCallie Avenue. Echelon Chattanooga’s event is meant to supply homeless men with necessities, such…

Mom To Mom – DIY Dog Popsicles

Today on Mom to Mom, we have a special treat your pup is going to love!

Today we are making dog popsicles. Spring and summer are almost here, and for those hot days, they’re going to love this special little treat and it’s super easy to make. We need some blueberries, some light coconut milk, and then dog bones. Get any kind of milk bone that you want, some ice trays, and a blender. So, what…

Lookout Valley Beats Sale Creek 7-1

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After falling to district rival Sale Creek 9-8 on Monday, Lookout Valley turned around and beat the Panthers on Tuesday 7-1. The Yellow Jackets scored 3 runs in their first at-bat and never looked back. Lookout Valley starter Eli Pell went the distance for the victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Beats, local sports news, Lookout Valley…

Golden Apple: Stephanie Elgin, Harrison Elementary

HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) – Computers are part of every classroom these days. Keeping all that tech running smoothly is no small task. Thankfully, Harrison Elementary has Stephanie Elgin. For providing tech support with a smile, and so much more, Ms. Elgin earned the Golden Apple Award. Roxanne Anthony is the Principal at Harrison Elementary School. She says,” The thing that…

Local Reactions to Nashville Shooting

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Many are still mourning the loss of six people yesterday in a mass shooting in Nashville. Three of the victims were just nine years old. Nashville Police released surveillance and bodycam videos that they say shows 28-year-old Audrey Hale intruding the school, where they say she killed three employees and three students in the span of…

Tennessee House to oversee Juneteenth bill

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee is looking to make Juneteenth a state holiday. The bill passed the state Senate last week. Today, a House committee is scheduled to take a look at the bill. It is called House Bill 317. Juneteenth is currently only recognized as a “day of special observance” in Tennessee. The holiday is observed on June 19th each…

School threats in Red Bank and Dade County

One student charged, the other threat was deemed not credible

RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF) – A day after the school shooting in Nashville, local investigators have looked into separate incidents in our own schools. A school resource deputy was alerted to a threat at Red Bank Middle School Tuesday morning. School administrators informed the officer of a possible threat made by a student. A release from the Sheriff’s Office says…

Riverbend releases daily schedule, other announcements

Single-day tickets are now on sale

  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Riverbend has released their daily schedule for their 2023 festival. Tuesday, single-day wristbands will go on sale. Riverbend says there are only a limited number of single-day wristbands for sale. They went on sale today. You can purchase them, or the three-day wristbands, here. Single-day wristbands are available for $95. Three-day general admission is $130. And…

Mayor Wamp announces growth plan for Hamilton County

It will map out the pathway for growth of cities into unincorporated areas of the county

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp announces their first growth plan for unincorporated areas. It basically will guide any future annexation for cities in the county. The Mayor is working with the Regional Planning Agency and Ragan Smith Associates to draw it up. “As we plan for the future, our aim is sustainable and responsible growth…

Cleveland Baseball Downs Bradley Central 7-4

Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland handed Bradley Central their first district loss of the year on Monday as the Blue Raiders defeated the Bears 7-4 at Bradley Central high school. The two teams will play again on Tuesday at Cleveland. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Bradley Central High School, Cleveland High School, Downs, highschool baseball, local sports news

Mocs Mark Wharton Wins Prestigious Athletic Director’s Award

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Mark Wharton’s leadership of the Mocs athletic department has not gone unnoticed. UTC announced Monday that Wharton has won the Cushman and Wakefield Athletic Director of the year Award. He’s one of four AD’s on the FCS level to receive the prestigious honor. Mark Wharton admits he was surprised to be named one of the top athletic directors in…

What’s Right With Our Schools: Nolan Elementary’s Laura Dowd

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN (WDEF) – A lifelong love of reading can begin with a good librarian. Nolan Elementary School certainly has one. In fact, Laura Dowd is the Hamilton County Librarian of the year. Laura explains, “It’s absolutely, absolutely is a huge honor. Again, I’m shocked because we have some powerhouse librarians across this county. I was shocked, but I’ll…

More to the Story with Staley: Tree Climbing Passion

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — If you’ve ever watched a professional cut down a tree, you certainly know what a difficult job it is, with a lot of danger involved. The skills of a professional arborist were on display this weekend here in Chattanooga. Make no mistake; it’s a playing field. Yet, no one is really playing. Because it’s serious business. It’s…

Police identify Nashville shooter and victims

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Nashville Police identified the Covenant School shooter as 28-year-old Audrey Elizabeth Hale. Police identified the victims as well. Audrey Hale. From LinkedIn. The six victims of the shooting are as follows: Evelyn Dieckhaus, 9 years old. Hallie Scruggs, 9 years old. William Kinney, 9 years old. Cynthia Peak, 61 years old. Katherine Koonce, 60 years old….

Six killed, active shooter at Nashville Covenant School

UPDATE: Police are now saying three children and three adults were killed in the shooting at this private school. Authorities state the shooter was a 28-year-old female. She was armed with semi-automatic weapons, authorities say. They say the shooter died after being shot by police. (Courtesy: MNPD) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Metro Nashville Police responded to an active shooter situation…

Boat fire on Chickamauga Lake

UPDATE: The Chattanooga Fire Department reported they could see smoke and flames upon their arrival. They responded to the 5500 block of Trailhead Drive. The CFD used fireboats to extinguish the flames. (Courtesy: Chattanooga Fire Department) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A boat caught fire at the Chickamauga Lock on Monday morning. The Chattanooga Fire Department put out the fire around…

People’s Choice voting opens for TVFCU Leap Grants

The voting lasts only this week, go to bottom of story for the link to vote

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Voting has begun to help local entrepreneurs fulfill their dream. Ten Chattanooga businesses are competing for five awards in the Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union’s Idea Leap Grant competition. Then another eight are battling it out for three grants in the Cleveland area. Voters will pick one business plan that will get to pitch as the People’s…

Red Wolves Open New Season Saturday With New Coach

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Red Wolves open their season Saturday night as they host Northern Colorado. Chattanooga hoping to build off last year’s performance, where they finished runner up for the USL League One title. Red Wolves will take the pitch with a new head coach in Ziggy Korytoski, and he hopes the team delivers some pizazz. Said Ziggy:”Give CHI Stadium…