Rock the Riverfront kicks off their 31 day event
St. Patrick’s Day 2023 marks the opening day of Rock the Riverfront put on by River City company.
Blackburn Touts Rural Health Care Agenda
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn was in Chattanooga this morning. She met with Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp to tout new health care legislation. According to the USDA, one in five Americans live in a rural area. These areas have faced increasing access issues to healthcare as the cost of services increases. Congress is looking to give…
Chattanooga Police Department warns about drinking and driving on St. Patrick’s Day
The Chattanooga Police Department addresses St. Patrick’s Day drinking and driving and the dangers of hitting the roads.
TECH BYTE: App Helps Musicians Learn Favorite Songs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Every musician loves playing songs by their favorite artist. But hunting down music and lessons online can be a big pain. One smartphone app is fixing that. Guitar players, rejoice! You can learn to play virtually any song you want with the Ultimate Guitar: Chords & Tabs app. This website and app is an entire library…
Volkswagen Academy Holds Open House
An apprentice works on his station at the Volkswagen Academy’s automotive center. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Volkswagen Academy held an open house event this evening. This school is located right next to the main Volkswagen Plant at Enterprise South. Students at Volkswagen Academy learn various skills that help them move on to a career with Volkswagen through an apprenticeship program. There…
Bluesky Institute Holds Future in STEM Event
Students at the Future of STEM event creating instruments that are hydro powered. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 100 female Hamilton County High School students got a true hands-on experience thanks to the Bluesky Institute. Today they held their “Future of STEM” event at the Edney Innovation Center. Students got to create musician instruments, Fitbits, and other technological creations. Haley Wilson, the…
Tennessee Tech Band Bringing Back Color Guard
The 2013 iteration of the color guard for the Golden Eagle Marching Band. (Courtesy: Tennessee Tech University) COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville is celebrating the return of a traditional part of their marching band. For the first time in a decade, the Golden Eagle Marchi ng Band will have a color guard marching alongside them. It had…
World Rally coming to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Scenic City might be the next location to host the World Rally Championship happening in 2024. This would be the first WRC event in the U.S. in 35 years. Chattanooga will host Rally Tennessee, which is a two part series. A demonstration event will happen in April, and a test match is scheduled for September….
“Pothole season” is here
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — With the current cold front, there’s a chance of area potholes increasing. As we all know, potholes are small, gaping holes on our roadways. However, what people might now know is how much damage these small holes can do. News 12 spoke with a local expert on what drivers can do to keep themselves, and their…
‘Rock the Riverfront’ will grace downtown Chattanooga on St. Patrick’s Day
Los Trompos as the 2023 art instillation
River City Company is bringing back, “Rock the Riverfront,” for an entire month.
Long Time CFC Player Juan Hernandez Calls it a Career
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) It’s the end of an era for the CFC. Veteran player Juan Hernandez is retiring. He became the face of the franchise, and the club’s all-time assists leader. But the native of Spain will remain with the team, and the town he loves, as a CFC coach. Juan Hernandez came to visit a CFC player in 2015. While in…
Driving Our Economy Forward: Mohawk Industries
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — If you need a new floor for your home, you have lots of options in the area. The world’s largest flooring company is located right in our own backyard – Calhoun, Georgia. Let’s see how Mohawk Industries is driving our economy forward. “We came over here to the job fair here at Dalton Academy to talk…
Ringgold’s first liquor store has grand opening
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — The City of Ringgold now has its first ever liquor store. Up until now, selling package liquor had been illegal in this Georgia city. Thanks to a recent referendum, people can now buy their spirits locally. The city used a lottery system to decide what two organizations would receive a liquor license. Sara Clark is a…
Company hopes new radar closes up gap
CROSSVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – During severe weather, meteorologists use radar to detect potential threats to life and property. However, radar coverage is not equal in all areas. The National Weather Service says they have 155 radars in the United States and its territories. While they cover the majority of the American population centers and provide critical information, there are other…
American Dream TV brings new show to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The American Dream TV has begun filming for a new show right here in Chattanooga. “Selling Chattanooga” features local realtors to be the tour guides of the scenic city. They’ll showcase the real estate, culture, and landmarks of Chattanooga to people across the nation. Only five real estate agents were chosen to host the show including…
Mom To Mom – DIY Dog Toys
Today on Mom to Mom, I'm going to save you some money on those dog toys.
Today on Mom to Mom, I’m going to save you some money on those dog toys. Today, we are making DIY dog toys. I’ve come to realize recently that you don’t have to spend money on these dog toys. My son recently asked me if we could buy our dog a rope so he could play with her, and then…
County using Opioid grant money to hire data analyst
The analyst will document opioid problems in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE (WDEF) – Hamilton County officials have decided to use Opioid settlement funds to hire a specialist. The Opioid Abatement Funds come from the state from a lawsuit settlement. Each county decides how to spend the money to fight opioid issues in their community. Mayor Weston Wamp says the first round of Abatement funds will be used to…
One resident impacted by East Lake house fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A home caught fire in East Lake Wednesday morning, according to the Chattanooga Fire Department. Courtesy: CFD They said the fire happened on the 3200 block of 6th Avenue. Firefighters received the call shortly after 8:30 a.m. The fire department reported seeing flames and smoking coming out of the side of the house. The CFD said there…
Golden Apple Award: Joann Hellmann, Brainerd Baptist School
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – From Pre-K, to Sunday School, to YMCA fitness, Joann Hellmann has a heart for service. The Brainerd Baptist Community is truly blessed to have her in their lives. Mrs. Hellman doesn’t seek recognition, but she certainly deserves the Golden Apple Award. Regina Ateca is the Assistant Head of School at Brained Baptist. She says, “Ms. Hellmann…
Groundbreaking Held for Cloud Springs Industrial Park
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) – Catoosa County broke ground on what they hope is an anchor of their economic future today. Cloud Springs Road is the first exit crossing into Georgia in Catoosa County. Recent traffic counts in this area according to Catoosa County is around 100,000 vehicles per day cross the Tennessee/Georgia line in this area. With this in mind,…
More Performers Announced for 2023 CMT Music Awards
AUSTIN, Texas (WDEF) — More performers have been announced for the CMT Music Awards next month. In addition to Tennessee Valley native Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn, we can also expect to see Kane’s co-host Kelsea Ballerini, Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Keith Urban, and Lainey Wilson take the stage. Carrie Underwood will be performing too. The event…
La Paz Chattanooga grows, adds 10th official partnership
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As the Latino population grows in the Scenic City, so do their needs. La Paz Chattanooga has nearly doubled in size to accommodate our fast growing population. With that, they’ve recently partnered with Girls Inc, representing their 10th onsite community program. The partnership brings the “discovery girl” program that aims to equip girls to strengthen their…
Mayor Wamp encourages residents to take survey ahead of State of the County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp will give his first State of the County address on Friday. During the speech, the mayor will recap his time in office and share a vision for the future of Hamilton County. But, before he gives his address, Wamp is asking residents to share their thoughts in an online survey. Mary…
UnifiEd to discuss third grade retention law tomorrow in town hall
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — UnifiEd will be hosting a town hall tomorrow night to discuss a new third grade retention law. The law will now require third graders who do not pass a standardized English test to repeat the grade or go through a summer school program. Based on data from last year, 64% of third-graders are at risk of…