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,…
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…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A national survey says that used car prices in Chattanooga have significantly dropped over the past year. However local lenders and car dealers aren’t sharing the same view on the ground. Since the pandemic slowed down supply chains, car manufacturers have struggled to meet demand. This led to a spike in prices over the past three…
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…
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….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Organizers gathered together for a community softball game at the McCallie School this morning. The event was for everyone to get out and have fun during spring break. All walks of life were in attendance, in an effort to help stop violence in Chattanooga. Organizers say the softball game is important to be an impact and…
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…
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…
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….
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…