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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Fire Department is hosting a Citizens’ Fire Academy next month. The academy will allow residents to see what it is like to be a firefighter. It will take place Saturday, April 22 from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The academy will be located at the Police & Fire Training Center at 3200 Amnicola Highway….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Erlanger announced on Tuesday that their LIFE FORCE services are returning. They said that LIFE FORCE is “thoughtfully returning its crews to service.” Erlanger stated that, following their stand-down time, they are now well-prepared to return to service. Recently, LIFE FORCE processed the event, and reviewed and performed safety checks. This is following the helicopter crash…
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — Fifteen years later, the GBI arrested a man for the murder of Lance Jay Banister of Acworth. Investigators found his body in Chatsworth in 2008. Shannon Tapley The GBI said they arrested 43-year-old Shannon Tapley on Sunday. They are charging him with murder. Lance Banister was 20 years old at the time of his death,…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Cinderella teams stir the most madness in March, and Chatt Prep certainly fits the cinderella story. They’re headed to the Blue Cross state championshiops this week in just their second year of existence. Maybe this year in Murfreesboro, Cinderella will be spelled Sentinel-rella. A second year program making state is incredible, but what’s even more incredible. Chatt Prep has…
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Signal Mountain Town Council received an earful from residents about reports that potential cuts that could be coming to the town’s fire department. Late last week, the Signal Mountain Firefighters Association posted on social media that claiming that the town was going to cut their fire department in half and laying off several firefighters, and…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Thirty years ago, we had just started learning what previous generations have always taught us. You can’t always count on the government to bail you out. The Blizzard of 93 dumped 20 + inches of snow on us, a record for Chattanooga at a seemingly impossible late date (March 12-13). That much snow simply overwhelmed the ability…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — It’s a question we’ve all heard throughout our lives: “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Dalton Academy is helping its students answer that exact question through a series of career fairs. It’s another excellent example of what’s right with our schools. Maria Ramirez is a senior at Dalton Academy. “When we are setting…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — There was some confusion over the weekend regarding the Walnut Street bridge. It was sparked by a post on Twitter when CARTA suggested the bridge would soon be closing for major repairs. The tweet said the timeline was not finalized, but the closure could last up to 18 months. It linked a survey that asks a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — This weekend saw two major banks shut down, causing heavy economic stress. Panic spread and there was fear of another economic collapse. But due to fast-action by the FDIC, Federal Reserve and the Treasury Department, there is little sign for worry. Co-Founder of Apogee Wealth Partners, Chris Hopkins, said that there should be no worry for…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County celebrated their librarians at the first ever Read 20 Librarian of the Year Award Luncheon. The award ceremony honored Hamilton County School librarians, and the work they do for kids. Principals were asked to write an essay on why their school’s librarian was the best. Nolan School’s Laura Dowd won the first ever award….
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – It has been 30 years now since the storm everyone remembers as The Storm of the Century for our area. It was a two day event for our area, arriving late on March 12th and snowing throughout March 13th. The official snowfall total for Chattanooga was 20 inches, but there were drifts over two feet. That much…
The red pickup truck that rolled over Sunday afternoon on I-24 westbound, snarling traffic. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Traffic came to a screeching halt this afternoon in Chattanooga. Around 1:45 p.m., a crash occurred on I-24 westbound near mile marker 181, or near the intersections with 4th Avenue and 23rd Street. Chattanooga Police say that a red pickup truck suddenly lost…