SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) — Learning how to be kind to others is a valuable lesson for children to learn. See how students at Nolan Elementary are taking it to heart. It’s a great example of what’s right with our schools. “Acts of kindness are things that the kids are doing here at school,” said school counselor Debra Smart. “Some…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – The debate over two Democrats in the Tennessee State Legislature being expelled is continuing as they are likely to be reappointed back to their seats. The Metro Nashville Council voted Monday afternoon to reappoint Justin Jones as an interim representative after he was expelled last Thursday. It was passed by a unanimous vote. This is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s a baseball program that used to operate here in Chattanooga, then it went away. Now, organizers are hoping it will come back. Hosting an exhibition game is the first step. It’s the Alternative Baseball Organization. Born in 2016. The goal is to enrich the lives of those who are autistic or face other challenges. Taylor…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A popular entertainment venue is soon to have its grand opening. The Signal is preparing to move into its new venue next to the Chattanooga Choo Choo. They are currently constructing the new site but once it is finished, the new venue will have a capacity of 1,500 patrons with an expanded mezzanine and upgraded amenities….
The Stuart Heights Baptist Church holding their annual Easter at Coolidge Service at Coolidge Park. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- People across the Tennessee Valley celebrated Easter Sunday in numerous ways. Hundreds gathered on the Chattanooga Northshore for a traditional outdoor Easter Service. This was held at Coolidge Park by Stuart Heights Baptist Church. Normally their congregation is spread out over three…
Chattanooga and Tri-Community VFD firefighters helping free an injured driver after their Ford Ranger pickup truck rolled over. (Courtesy: Chattanooga Fire Department) OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- One person was injured after an Easter morning crash. The Chattanooga Fire Department says a Ford Ranger pickup truck overturned at 82-23 Old Lee Highway in Ooltewah. The driver’s arm was pinned underneath their truck,…
Rossville, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ringgold stayed unbeaten in region play on Friday evening as they defeated Ridgeland 13-2. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: defeats, game. local sports, local sports news, Ridgeland High School, Ringgold High School
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee Republican lawmakers are getting a lot of flak after two democratic state representatives were expelled last night. Democratic lawmakers Justin Pearson and Justin Jones, who are both black, were expelled after storming the state House to call for gun control. Only days after the Covenant school shooting. Their white colleague, Gloria Johnson, who protested with…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan has the top Tennessee short stop talent in Brodie Johnston. News 12’s Brian Armstrong finds out what makes the star junior so special, both on and off the field. Boyd Buchanan’ s Brodie Johnston seems to make big play after big play. Said head coach Stephen Pryor:”I would say the most special thing this year is we…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Zoo was hopping today, literally, for its annual Hug A Bunny event. Kids could participate in fun Easter crafts and games, along with a cuddle or two from some very cute bunnies. Volunteers and zoo workers helped run this event. If you asked, they could give you some fun bunny facts. The Easter Bunny,…
FORT PAYNE, Ala. (WDEF) — Rock City is in the midst of celebrating its 90th anniversary! And for almost 90 years, Rock City has been advertising its beautiful little “slice of Americana” by painting its insignia on barns. One of those barns is in Fort Payne, Alabama. They used to be everywhere. Over 900 of them all across the country….
The Hamilton County Democratic Party Chair, Rachel Campbell, released a statement yesterday about two of the members of the Tennessee three being expelled from the Tennessee House of Representatives. Her statement was given via press release and read as follows: “These duly elected state representatives had the courage and dignity to stand with the young people, teachers, parents and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Spring cleaning isn’t just for cleaning out your closet. If too many of your old gadgets – from cell phones to tablets – are collecting dust, why not recycle them? Best Buy says it wants to make it easier than ever. The electronics chain is introducing a new program nationwide, allowing you to recycle all of…
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Chattanooga Mocs softball team split it’s Thursday Southern Conference double header with Western Carolina, taking the first game by a 6-2 margin and falling 2-1 in the second at Warner Park. Kaili Phillips went 3-for-5 (.600) on the day with a pair of doubles and a home run with five RBI. Olivia Lipari (2-3) and…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Brodie Johnston blasted a two-run homer for Boyd Buchanan on Thursday to help the Bucs to a 4-1 home win over East Hamilton. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 2 run homer, beat, Brodie Johnston, East Hamilton High School, game. local sports, helps Boyd Buchanan, highschool baseball, local sports news
The Chattanooga Lookouts enjoyed free baseball in their season opener Thursday by beating Rocket City 6-3 in 11 innings. Game was tied at two going to the 10th. Each team got a run in the 10th inning, and then the Lookouts sealed the road victory with three runs in the top of the 11th. Lookouts starter Andrew Abbott struck out…
UPDATE: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp sent News 12 the following statement on the Vice President’s visit today to Dalton. “QCells has been a valued partner for the Peach State as we’ve experienced booming growth in next-gen jobs since they first opened in 2019, way before politicians in Washington started taking credit for it. Today’s announcement proves, once again, that the…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — Georgia State Patrol officers are still investigating after a multi-vehicle wreck happened on I-75 in Dalton on Thursday. The entire interstate was shut down after the crash. The crash happened on I-75 southbound at mile marker 328. Traffic was slowed or stopped on the interstate prior to the crash. A Freightliner RV was traveling south in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police detained two people following a shooting on Thursday. Police responded to shots fired on the 1900 block of Market Street just after 4 p.m. It happened near a Chattanooga convenience store. No one was shot or injured, the CPD said. Officers are still investigating the incident. The CPD is asking anyone with information on…
TRENTON, Ga. (WDEF) — Trenton Pressing broke ground Thursday on a $10 million facility to expand its manufacturing. It will add 20 new jobs upon the expansion. The facility will be 105,000 square-feet. It will also help the company expand its assembly services and increase their manufacturing capacity. Construction should be completed by December of this year, according to the…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Community members gathered together this morning in Chattanooga to recognize victims of sexual assault. The event was for those who are dealing with sexual assault and seek support. Nationwide, 81% of women experience sexual assault. Additionally, 1 of 10 children and 1 of 30 men will experience rape. Mayors Tim Kelly and Weston Wamp declared…
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) – Vice President Kamala Harris is travelling to Whitfield County today to celebrate a Korean investment in solar technology in the region. She will speak at Qcells after touring the plant on Carbondale Road. Qcells makes solar panels at their Dalton facility. The Vice President tweeted “I’m traveling to Dalton, Georgia to announce the largest investment in…
Out of 131 division one teams, the Vols were 127th in passing yards allowed last season. Give that stat, the secondary positions are wide open on Rocky Top this spring. Said defensive backs coach Willie Martinez:”We don’t have a first group. we don’t have a second group. That includes everybody. Whether that’s Tamorian McDonald or Jaylen McCollough. Wesley Walker. They…
(uslleagueone.com) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – In its third U.S. Open Cup appearance and first at CHI Memorial Stadium, a struggling Chattanooga Red Wolves SC side was defeated 4-1 by USL Championship heavyweight Birmingham Legion FC. The loss marks Chattanooga’s third consecutive Second Round exit. The Red Wolves held the USL Championship’s Eastern Conference leaders in check for the first 45 minutes,…