Walker Valley Downs Rival Cleveland 67-48
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Walker Valley improved to 5-0 on the season with a 67-48 road win over rival Cleveland on Tuesday evening at Raider Arena. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CDC panel changes national guidance on Hepatitis B birth vaccine
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has voted to end its recommendation that all newborns in the United States receive a Hepatitis B vaccine at birth. The new guidance states that the vaccine should be administered immediately only to newborns whose mothers test positive or whose status is unknown. During the vote, a panel member…
Union Gospel Mission launches campaign for shelter expansion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Union Gospel Mission is asking for community support as it continues its shelter expansion project. Earlier this year, the organization broke ground on the addition, which will provide eight more beds for individuals experiencing homelessness. The campaign, Eight More Beds, Eight More Lives, aims to raise three hundred thousand dollars to complete the project. Part…
South Pittsburg’s DaYon Cooper Named Mr Football Award Winner
Nashville-(WDEF-TV) South Pittsburg running back DaYon Cooper won the Class A Mr. Football Award on Tuesday in Nashville. Cooper was a threat rushing and receiving, as he helped lead the Pirates to a state championship. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Baylor RB David Gabriel-Georges Wins Second Straight Mr. Football Award
Nashville, TN-(WDEF-TV) Baylor teammates Briggs Cherry and David Gabiel-Georges battled for a state championship last week. Tuesday they battled for a Mr. Football award. The TSS AA held their annual ceremony at the Titans Nissan Stadium to recognize the top player in the state in each classification. Cherry and Gabriel-Georges were among the three finalists for the Division two, triple-A…
Toys for Tots and Scenic Community Credit Union host toy drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Last week, Scenic Community Credit Union hosted its Toys for Tots holiday toy drive at the East Brainerd branch. Organizers say the event was a success, and they are grateful for the community’s generosity during what has been a challenging year for many families. The credit union will hold one final donation event tomorrow at the…
Pandemic Subsidy Rollback Raises Premiums
MGN CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tennessee residents enrolling in health insurance through the federal marketplace in 2026 are likely to face higher premiums as temporary pandemic-era tax credits expire. These enhanced subsidies helped lower monthly costs for many families during the COVID-19 period, but they are scheduled to end unless Congress renews them. Without the extra credits, households will see…
AARP Study Highlights Holiday Loneliness
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A recent AARP study shows that loneliness is affecting a growing number of adults over 45, with the holiday season amplifying these feelings. The research found that 40% of adults aged 45 and older report feeling lonely. Loneliness is most common among people in their late forties and fifties, who often juggle work, raising children, and…
Golden Apple Award: Kaitlyn Foulks, Charleston Elementary School
CHARLESTON, TN (WDEF) – Kaitlyn Foulks is living her dream as a Charleston Elementary School teacher. She may be new to the job, but her enthusiasm and dedication more than make for her lack of experience. Let’s spend some quality time in her 4th grade classroom for this week’s Golden Apple Award. “Miss Folks is so wonderful. She always comes…
Enjoy a free holiday, candlelight concert with The Roueche Chorale and Orchestra
Jeff Roueché and Nora Monteith join News 12’s Amelia Greer to encourage the community to join The Roueché Chorale and Orchestra’s 23rd annual candlelight service. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Get in the Christmas spirit and enjoy the beautiful sounds of our local talent with The Roueché Chorale and Orchestra’s 23rd annual candlelight service. The full production focuses on the theme…
McCallie Downs Silverdale 82-57
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) McCallie hit 11 three-pointers to pull away and beat Silverdale 82-57. Big Blue dominated the second quarter holding Silverdale to just four points. Ernas Valauskas led McCallie with 23 points, while Judah Richardson paced Silverdale with 18 points. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Rezoning Request Deferred to January
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) – A rezoning request along Snow Hill Road was deferred Monday after the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission said the updated plan tied to Plan Hamilton had not yet been reviewed. The proposal covers 37.4 acres at 6616 Snow Hill Road and 8454 & 8455 Groundhog Lane and seeks approval for 122 homes through a rezoning from…
Patten Parkway Project Deferred
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A proposal to build a 12-story mixed-use development on Patten Parkway has been deferred until the January Planning Commission meeting. Commissioners said additional review is needed after community concerns were raised at today’s hearing. The project, submitted by Evelyn Capital, would replace several 1880s-era brick buildings and include 266 residential units, including 79 studios, 76 one-bedroom,…
What’s Right With Our Schools: White Oak Bicycle Co-op
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Few things bring more joy to a child than a bicycle. For 5 years, White Oak Bicycle has been giving free bicycles to school age children, and some adults, who might otherwise have to do without. That’s a healthy example of “What’s Right With Our Schools.” “Welcome to White Oak Bicycle Co-op. White Oak Bicycle Co-op…
Husband Denies Involvement in Murder of Wife as Son is Denied Bond
Gabriel Vilchez and David Gardiner at their preliminary hearing Monday in Dunlap. UPDATE: Back in October a 50 year old woman was found dead outside of her home in the Lewis Chapel community of Sequatchie County. Her son and husband were arrested and charged with her murder. A Sequatchie County judge on Monday had to decide whether or not the…
Cuatro Cinco “stays glossy” this season with a food drive and Christmas party
Local artist Cuatro Cinco brings some of his tour mates as they get ready to end the year with a celebration like none other. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Cuatro Cinco is bringing community support and cool celebrations to the Scenic City this month! On December 12, Cuatro Cinco is hosting “Cuatro Cares Christmas” which is a food drive benefiting the…
Youth Soccer Players Volunteer Locally
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Salvation Army of Chattanooga partnered with Chattanooga Football Club on December 7, 2025, for a special day of volunteering. From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., 66 youth athletes, ages 11 to 13, assisted with tasks around the Social Services building on McCallie Avenue. The young volunteers sorted donations, stocked the client-choice food pantry, tidied the…
Mistletoe Market Brings Holiday Fun
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Mistletoe Market filled Bradley Square Mall in Cleveland this past weekend with holiday shopping, festive activities, and opportunities to support local businesses. More than two hundred vendors set up throughout the mall offering handmade gifts, seasonal décor, boutique items, and other unique crafts, giving shoppers plenty of options for holiday shopping. Families and children lined…
Chickamauga Community gathers for annual Christmas Tree Lighting
CHICKAMAUGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – In Chickamauga, families gathered for another beloved tradition, the annual Christmas tree lighting celebration. For many, this marks the unofficial start of the holiday season. Parents, children, and neighbors filled the streets bundled up and watching as the 30-foot Christmas tree lit up the town square. Mayor Trey Deck says this night is about more than…
Chattanooga Valley Lions Club marks 22 years of holiday toy drive
FLINTSTONE, GA. (WDEF) – In Flintstone, Georgia, the Chattanooga Valley Lions Club is celebrating 22 years of its annual holiday donation drive. In the spirit of giving, community members gathered to support children in need throughout the area. Four wheelers, golf carts, and dirt bikes lined the road as riders revved their engines, dropped off toys, and tossed out candy…
CNE celebrates 40 years with community event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise helped kick off the season with a family friendly holiday celebration. The organization is marking 40 years of service in Chattanooga and continues its mission to ensure families in the community have access to safe and affordable single-family homes. This year, they added a festive twist by inviting families to build their…
Marion County quest for back-to-back state titles falls short
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Huntingdon jumped out to a 20-0 lead early in the third quarter. Marion County added a fourth-quarter touchdown to cut into the lead, but it wasn’t enough to repeat as state champs. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Calhoun’s Cole Speer leads Georgia to SEC title over Alabama
ATLANTA (AP) — Gunner Stockton and Georgia finally put an end to Alabama’s mastery of the rivalry between Southeastern Conference powers. Stockton threw three touchdown passes as the third-ranked Bulldogs solidified their position for a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff and beat Alabama in the SEC championship game for the first time, pounding the 10th-ranked Crimson Tide 28-7 on Saturday….
LFO Edges Rival Ringgold 66-64
Fort Oglethorpe, GA-(WDEF-TV) In a battle of unbeatens on Friday, LFO defeated rival Ringgold 66-64. The Warriors enjoyed a 15-point lead in the first half before the Tigers fought back to make it close down the stretch. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News