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Featured, Local News, Whitfield County

Vice President announces solar power deal at Dalton Plant

Kamala Harris will speak at Qcells about deal with the Biden administration
Collins Parker,

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…

Secondary Jobs Wide Open This Spring On Rocky Top
Sports - Local Sports News, Sports - UT Vols

Secondary Jobs Wide Open This Spring on Rocky Top

Rick Nyman,

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…

Birmingham Legion Bounce Red Wolves 4 1 In U.s. Open Cup
Sports - Local Sports News, Sports - Soccer

Birmingham Legion Eliminate Red Wolves From U.S. Open Cup

Rick Nyman,

(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,…

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Driving Our Economy Forward, Jobs & Economy, Local News

Driving Our Economy Forward: One Off Robotics

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — From 3D printing to automation, robots are the future. It’s how One Off Robotics is driving our economy forward. “One-Off Robotics builds robotic based carving machines and robotic based 3D printers, as well as custom robotic systems,” said Tony DiSanto, co-founder. “Our systems right now are replacing traditional machines that are typically much larger, kind of…

Healthsurvey
Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Health Department Unveils Survey; 2022 Drug Overdose Data

Nick Hill,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Health Department has released their 2023 Community Health Survey. The survey gives residents of Hamilton County a chance to give their opinions on the state of their communities. It asks participants their activity level, health history, and what concerns them the most about their communities. It is a completely anonymous survey that health…

Gun
Chattanooga, Local News

Gun safety tips from the CPD

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police shared gun safety tips on Wednesday, following the accidental shooting that happened earlier this week. A one-year-old was accidentally shot in the leg on March 2. It happened on the 2500 Block of Ocoee Street, near Dodson Avenue. The CPD said being responsible with a gun will help prevent accidental shootings in the future….

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Crime, Featured, Local News, Marion County

One dead from shooting in Jasper on Tuesday

WDEF News,

JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF) — One man is dead after a shooting in Marion County on Tuesday. The shooting happened at a residence on Nickajack Circle outside of Jasper, Tennessee. Stephen Moore, (Courtesy: Marion County Sheriff) The Marion County Sheriff’s Office revealed that Stephen Moore of Jasper was the shooter, and they took him into custody. Moore shot Damon Tate of…

Applebees Veterans
Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

QRC Applebee’s awards Action Trackchairs to Veterans

WDEF News,

HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) — Applebee’s franchisee, Quality Restaurant Concepts, LLC (QRC) awarded Action Trackchairs to two veterans in Hixson this afternoon. Trackchairs are like wheelchairs, but they allow more mobility. They help Veterans with disabilities maneuver in tough, uneven terrain. It can also allow them to go over curbs and through sand. The QRC Applebee’s awarded the Trackchairs to local…

Fatal Crash
Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Fatal car accident on Ooltewah-Georgetown Road Tuesday

WDEF News,

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A vehicle crashed, killing the driver on Tuesday night, according to Hamilton County Police. The wreck happened on the 12400 block of Ooltewah-Georgetown Road, in Georgetown, Tennessee. Officers responded to the crash shortly before 9 p.m. A man was driving a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. Deputies found the Hyundai in a small creek near the roadway….

Mom To Mom Handprint Tulip Towels
Mom To Mom

Mom To Mom – Handprint Tulip Towels

Today on Mom To Mom, we have an easy, yet adorable Mother's Day gift.
WDEF News,

Take it from this mom. Handmade gifts are always welcome for Mother’s Day. So today we are making handprint tulip towels. All you’re going to need are some tea towels, which you can get at a craft store, Amazon, Walmart, some fabric paint, some toilet paper rolls, some paint brushes, and a permanent marker. Now let’s grab the kiddos and…

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Sports - Local Sports News

Signal Mountain Beats Soddy Daisy 8-2

Rick Nyman,

Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) Signal Mountain handed Soddy Daisy their first district loss of the year on Tuesday as they beat the Trojans 8-2. Benjamin Ti mblin went the distance on the mound for the Eagles. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Beats, local sports news, Signal Mountain High School, Soddy Daisy High

Golden Apple Award: April Pangle, Antioch Elementary
Dalton, Education, Golden Apple Award, Local News, Whitfield County

Golden Apple Award: April Pangle, Antioch Elementary

WDEF News,

DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — Both staff members and students from Antioch Elementary School say second grade teacher April Pangle makes learning fun. It’s one of many reasons why she earned this week’s Golden Apple Award. April Pangle is a second-grade teacher at Antioch Elementary in Dalton, Georgia. “Miss Pangle is an outstanding teacher,” said Antioch Principal Carrie Bates. “She has…

Cleveland State Baseball Coach Michael Policastro Reaches 1,000 Wins
Sports - Local Sports News

Cleveland State Baseball Coach Michael Policastro Reaches 1,000 Career Victories

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland State Community College’s baseball coach Michael Policastro has reached the milestone of 1,000 career coaching victories earlier this season. News 12’s Brian Armstrong talks with him about the acheivement and what it means to coach at the level he does. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: 000, baseball coach, career victories, Cleveland State Community College, local sports…

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Catoosa County, Featured, Local News

Will the Need for Speed Survive?

Nick Hill,

RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) – Since 1951, those with a need for speed have flocked to Boyd’s Speedway in Catoosa County. However, it is facing an uncertain future. The 3/8ths of a mile dirt short track off I-75 has played host to racing royalty. Kathie Coulter, the granddaughter of track founder E.A. Boyd, named, “Richard Petty from NASCAR, Bobby Allison, Neil…

Trump arraignment
Featured, Government & Politics, Trending News, US & World News

Trump pleads not guilty to 34 charges

WDEF News,

NEW YORK (WDEF) — Officials report that Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to all charges. He is facing 34 criminal charges relating to payment made during the 2016 presidential election. The Associated Press reported that the charges are for falsifying business records. Trump made the not guilty plea during arraignment on Tuesday. However, the indictment has still not…

Bradley County
Bradley County, Cleveland, Featured, Jobs & Economy, Local News

Duracell expands in Bradley County, new jobs to come

WDEF News,

BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Duracell Manufacturing is expanding operations in Bradley County. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee made the announcement on Tuesday. Duracell is a global battery manufacturer. They already have existing battery component manufacturing operations in Bradley County. However, the company is planning to invest another $25 million to expand its current operations. Officials said this will create 25…

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Bradley County, Featured, Local News

Grand Jury declines to indict Evangelist Perry Stone

He faced accusations of sexual harassment from several women in his organization
Collins Parker,

CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – A Bradley County grand jury has declined to file any charges against evangelist Perry Stone. The founder of Perry Stone Ministries in Cleveland has faced accusations of sexual misconduct for several years. At one point, his own Board for the Voice of Evangelism asked him to step down while they evaluated the complaints from several women…

Ella Baker Exudes Warrior Mentality For Bledsoe Co
Sports - Local Sports News

Ella Baker the Strikeout Maker for Bledsoe Co

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Bledsoe Co softball went 30-2 last year, and they’re off to a perfect start this season. When you post that kind of record in softball, it usually means you have great pitching. And the Warriors have a warrior in the circle in junior pitcher Ella Baker, the strikeout maker. When Ella Baker gets in the circle, everyone notices she…
Featured, Government & Politics, Regional News

Three TN Representatives may be expelled

WDEF News,

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee House filed a resolution to expel three representatives on Monday. Chair member Rachel Campbell of the HCDP confirmed that Gloria Johnson, Justin Pearson and Justin Jones will likely be expelled. Representative Johnson also posted a photo of the resolution to Twitter. The resolution states that these three representatives knowingly and intentionally brought disorder and…

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Education, Local News, Marion County, What's Right With Our Schools

What’s Right With Our Schools: Richard Hardy Memorial Hosts Scopes Trial

Andrew Harrison,

SOUTH PITTSBURG, TN (WDEF) – The Scopes Trial is a vital part of local history that is still being discussed nearly a hundred years later. Students at Richard Hardy Memorial School got a unique look at the age-old argument. We recently headed to South Pittsburg for a thought-provoking example of what’s right with our schools. Lynne Haas teaches Math at…