CHATSWORTH, Georgia (WDEF) — Two seasons, two trophies, two rings for former North Murray Mountaineer Ladd McConkey. There are numerous folks at North Murray who say the young receiver is leading by example both on and off the field. There is no doubt among those at the school that McConkey’s legacy is far from over but has already impacted his…
COHUTTA, Georgia (WDEF) — Cohutta leaders are discussing the future of their police department tonight after a large fire destroyed their Police Services Center last month. Right now, officers are having to operate out of trailers. Cohutta Mayor Ron Shinnick says the department lost “pretty much everything,” including radios, ammunition, and some firearms. Shinnick says it could be a while…
Soddy Daisy, TN (WDEF) – Long division is no problem for students in Kate Campbell’s fourth grade class at Soddy Elementary. Through kindness and patience, she makes sure every child can find their own solution. That earned Ms. Campbell this week’s Golden Apple Award. Kim Roden is the Principal at Soddy Elementary. She explains, “Ms. Campbell is an excellent teacher….
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Cynthia Derryberry says she’s been on the waitlist for an affordable housing complex for almost 11 months. She is currently living in her car and is 6th in line. Cynthia says she receives monthly social security and disability payments but still struggles to find affordable housing options that don’t have a waiting list. There are…
Warning: This Story Contains Mention of Suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can always contact the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- With the start of a New Year, many make resolutions on various things they want to improve about themselves. One thing experts are imploring people to take a…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Long-time Ringgold head football coach Robert Akins is stepping down. He’s leaving the gridiron to return to school administration. Akins is taking the head administrator’s job at Fayette Academy in Somerville, Tennessee, which is near where Akins grew up. The 68-year-old Akins has been in coaching over forty years. But now he’s leaving the Tigers after a 16…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — Cleveland is undergoing some major renovations to its historic downtown, including new affordable housing for the community. In partnership with the city council and outside developers, Cleveland Mayor Kevin Brooks is prepared to see his city take some of its older properties and transform them into something new. Monday’s grand opening of the brand-new Sanda Mill…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The American Academy of Pediatrics released recommendations for anti-obesity medications and surgery for the first time ever. Dr. Joani Jack, Medical Director of the Healthy Eating and Active Living Center at Erlanger Children’s Hospital, says obesity is the leading chronic illness facing children today. She believes these new recommendations will create a positive cycle between practitioners…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Talent takes center stage early and often at the Chattanooga High Center for Creative Arts. In fact, beautiful live music is part of the morning routine at CCA. It’s a melodious example of what’s right with our schools. Vincent Hale is the Dean of Fine Arts at CCA. He explains, “So morning music is an opportunity…
(Video from our story on Little Lambs fire last February) CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – A Daycare worker pleaded guilty today in court to charges that stemmed from the Little Lambs Daycare fire last year. The fire hit the Cleveland Daycare during naptime last February. It was called in by a neighboring business. Firefighters managed to get all of the children…
Asha, a dog who was abandoned and abused, currently receiving treatment at McKamey Animal Shelter. (Courtesy: McKamey Animal Shelter) UPDATE: There’s a tragic update in this story. McKamey Animal Center announced earlier Sunday afternoon that Asha has passed away from her injuries. They thank the community for the support for Asha over the weekend. They added that the investigation is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There is a new resource available for those struggling with food insecurity in our community. A new food pantry called the Hope Community Fridge held its grand opening today. It is located at the Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church on East Brainerd Road. They had plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables available at today’s opening. The founder,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Scale model enthusiasts in our community gathered at the Chattanooga Convention Center today. The annual Chattanooga ModelCon drew scale modelers from all over the region. It was hosted by the Chattanooga Scale Modelers club. There were models of airplanes, tanks, race cars, and plenty of other vehicles. Visitors could also purchase scale model kits for them to…
JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF)- This week, two different memorials in memory of the late Marion County detective Matt Blansett were unveiled to the public. Blansett was killed in a fatal helicopter crash right off of I-24 in Marion County on August 23rd of last year. One memorial is a mural that has been painted inside of the Walmart in Kimball. It…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wreaths Across Chattanooga is asking for volunteers to help retire the wreaths on graves at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. There were over 30,000 wreaths placed the week before Christmas, as a sign of respect and goodwill to those who have served. They will meet at 8:30 a.m on Saturday, January 21st to begin the wreath removals. They…
The Cohutta Police Services Center Destroyed after a fire Sunday morning. COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF)- The Cohutta Police Department has a warning for the public. They are cracking down on trespassers who are going into their burnt down police services building. The building was destroyed in a fire on the morning of December 18th. Cohutta Police Chief Greg Fowler says that…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After trailing by 14 at halftime, Boyd Buchanan rallied for a 52-50 home win over McCallie on Friday night. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Boyd Buchanan, Game, Halftime, local sports news, McCallie, Win
East Ridge, TN-(WDEF-TV) After leading by ten at halftime, East Hamilton held on to beat East Ridge 74-71 on Friday night. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: East Hamilton, East Ridge, Game, local sports, Win
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) CSAS beat Tyner 53-51 on Friday night to move into a first place tie with the Rams in the division standings. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: CSAS, Game, local sports, Tyner, Win
Los Angeles, CA-(WDEF-TV) Georgia has touched down in Los Angeles, site of this year’s national title game. And there to greet’em was News 12’s Brian Armstrong. Brian: The defending national champions, the Georgia Bulldogs have touchdown in LAX California and they’re in Southern California they be playing at Sofi Stadium on Monday night. News 12 has been able to document…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee made a visit to the Scenic City today. He was here to promote a piece of legislation that he hopes will transform roads across the Volunteer State. With a net increase of over 500,000 new residents in the state of Tennessee, Governor Lee believes that the Transportation Modernization Act will help Tennessee prepare…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Traffic had to be shut down on Riverside Drive earlier this afternoon due to a crash. Shortly before noon, a tractor trailer flipped on its side close to the Tennessee American Water Tower near UTC’s campus. Fortunately, according to Chattanooga Police on scene, the truck driver was not injured. The driver told police that something broke underneath…
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) – Before 2017, this was a stressful time of year for potential college football players coming out of high school. The signing day in early February would determine where those players were heading, on scholarship. Decisions to make. Things changed completely in 2017, when an early signing period was added in mid-December. For a young man like Cleveland…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The models change, the technology changes and even the names change, but there is something about buying a new vehicle that hasn’t changed. And that’s looking for a good deal. Forty years ago, auto dealers started the new year out with some new financing deals. You’ll see a lot has changed. The cars are boxier and there…