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Catoosa County, Featured, Local News

Parkridge drops hospital appeal, Catoosa officials celebrate

County commissioners applaud Parkridge decision, ready to break ground on CHI Memorial smart hospital
WDEF News,

CATOOSA COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) — The Hospital Wars in Northwest Georgia are officially over. Some residents and local government officials are even declaring “victory” for their community. Parkridge Health System announced Monday that it would no longer appeal the certificate of need required to build a new hospital off of Battlefield Parkway in Ringgold. Commissioner Chuck Harris says this outcome…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Chattanooga Named Top Winter Destination for Domestic Travel

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – TripAdvisor has named the Scenic City as the top trending winter destination this season, beating out seasonal travel hot-spots Orlando and Miami. The Chattanooga Tourism Co. continuously promotes the city as a leading travel destination, making sure to highlight iconic locations such as the Read House, Tennessee Aquarium, the Edwin Hotel, and the historic Walnut Street…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Class Action Federal Lawsuit Filed in Budgetel Evictions

Nick Hill,

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Yesterday, Hamilton County Judge Boyd Patterson issued a court order giving the Budgetel in East Ridge a path to reopening. Now a class action federal lawsuit has been filed on behalf of some of the residents who were evicted on November 16th. Attorney Robin Flores has filed the federal lawsuit on behalf of Charles Franklin Burkhalter….

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Let’s Eat! Holiday Appetizers Featuring Beef

WDEF News,

If hosting a party try some of these protein rich bites that are sure to be a filling option. These appetizers feature beef which provides essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B-vitamins. Beef is normally featured as the centerpiece of a holiday meal, but these small bites are perfect for all holiday celebrations.

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Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Man and woman suffer serious injuries in domestic shooting

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police believe a double shooting this morning was a domestic situation. A man and woman were found shot on Fourth Avenue around 6:30 AM. They both had multiple gunshot wounds. Police say they were taken to a local hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries. Investigators are still trying to determine what happened. If you have any information…

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

What’s Right With Our Schools: Howard’s Connect Program

Andrew Harrison,

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Students in the Howard Connect Program wanted to see what life is really like in a television station. Naturally, News 12 welcomed them right in. Lorissa Canon is the Instructional Coach at Howard Connect. She explains, “Well, Howard Connect really believes in connecting students learning, and so what brings us here today, is our project based…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Local Jewish community launches campaign against antisemitism

Jewish Federation Executive Director responds to local, national rise in threats
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — In light of recent local and national accounts of antisemitism, the Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga has had enough. The federation is joining JewBelong and Shine a Light in a nationwide awareness campaign against antisemitism. Federation Exec. Director Michael Dzik says the local Jewish community is understandably scared. UTC was marred in November by antisemitic flyers that…
Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Student arrested for marijuana, firearm possession

Authorities removed student from school, brought to local juvenile detention center
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — A Brainerd High School student was arrested today after being found with drugs and a firearm on campus. The student has been charged with Carrying a Firearm on School Grounds and Possession of Marijuana. Officials say a Brainerd teacher smelled marijuana coming from the student and called an administrator to search them. During the search, the administrator…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Health Department Holds Discussion on Opioid Abuse

Nick Hill,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The opioid epidemic has stretched its deadly tentacles into every aspect of our society. The Hamilton County Health Department hosted a presentation on opioid abuse in Tennessee this morning. It was held inside of their building on Third Street. The guest speakers were T-B-I Special Agent Tommy Farmer and Dr. Stephen Loyd of the Tennessee Opioid Abatement…

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Catoosa County, Featured, Local News

Parkridge drops challenge to new Ringgold hospital

WDEF News,

RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) – Officials at Parkridge Health System say they have dropped their appeal of the certificate of need ruling for a new hospital in the Ringgold area. CHI Memorial planned to build a new hospital on Battlefield Parkway, but Parkridge challenged it as being in their territory. The challenge has held up construction of the new facility, much…

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Featured, Local News, More To The Story With Staley, Walker County

More To The Story with Staley: Farmer and the Belle

Dave talks to the stars of the Christmas movie filmed in Chickamauga
Dave Staley,

CHICKAMAUGA, Georgia (WDEF) – It’s a Christmas movie produced by a married couple who live outside of New York City, but the couple sport deep ties to our area. 90 percent of it was shot in 2019 on a farm in Chickamauga. In McLemore Cove. And released in 2020. It’s called “The Farmer And The Belle: Saving Santaland.” Jenn Gotzon…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

“Give Back Classic” Collects Toys for Children in Need

Nick Hill,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Firefighters and Postal Workers came together at Brainerd High School this afternoon for a charity basketball game. “The Give Back Classic” consisted of two teams of 12 firefighters versus 12 postal workers inside of the High-Jackson Gymnasium. Attendees were asked to bring toys to the event which are going to be given to 40 children at…

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Sports - Local Sports News

Tyner gets narrow win at Brainerd

Brian Armstrong,

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Brainerd High School had a packed gym for the rivalry game against Tyner. Brainerd used that crowd atmosphere to jump out to an early lead. But Tyner Rallied back to win 57-54 Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Brainerd Panthers, local sports, Tyner, wins

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

A Vision of Hope for the Inner City

Nick Hill,

A group photo before the ribbon cutting of the new vision clinic a Hope for the Inner City. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Vision care is a critical medical need that many in our community don’t have consistent access to. A new clinic in Avondale is hoping to change that. The organization, Hope for the Inner City, along with the Lions Club…

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Sports - Local Sports News

Dalton Girls Cruise Past NW Whitfield 53-33

Rick Nyman,

Tunnel Hill, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Dalton girls cruised to an easy 53-33 win over rival NW Whitfield on Friday night. About the only thing that slowed down the Catamounts was a scoreboard malfunction with roughly two minutes to go in the third quarter, which delayed play for several minutes. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Dalton girls, local sports, NW…
East Ridge, Featured, Local News

Judge Boyd Patterson tours Budgetel Inn

Several rooms remain in disarray with former tenants' possessions left inside
WDEF News,

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hamilton Co. Criminal Court Judge Boyd Patterson visited the recently evicted Budgetel Inn this afternoon. News 12 was allowed to get video on the property with permission and supervision from Hamilton County authorities. Attorney Chris Clem and Jay Price, the public information officer for Hamilton County District Attorney Coty Wamp, were also present, as well….
Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Local organization provides gifts for local Angel Tree kids

Chattanooga Echelon ran collective 50 miles in fifth annual Run with Reason
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Members of Chattanooga Echelon sprinted into the Signal Mountain Walmart today to shop for kids on their Salvation Army Angel Tree. The organization recently raised five thousand dollars through its fifth annual Run for Reason campaign. Area businesses and churches all donated to ensure every child on the Angel Tree wakes up to a gift this Christmas….

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Chen Bond Hearing Paints Events that Led to Pace’s Death

Nick Hill,

Content Warning: Some of the details in this article are disturbing.  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The man accused of murdering 22 year old Jasmine Pace had his bond hearing today in Chattanooga. Prosecutors outlined how they say Jason Chen murdered 22 year old Jasmine Pace. Testimony from witnesses detailed startling evidence from the crime scene at Chen’s apartment on Tremont Street…

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Local News, Tech Byte, Technology

TECH BYTE: EPB Working on Computing Upgrade

Emily Cassulo,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A new kind of computing is in the works, thanks to EPB and Qubitekk. They’re teaming up to create the first commercially available quantum network in the U.S. EPB says it’s designed for running equipment and applications in an established fiber optic environment. Private companies, researchers, government agencies, and universities can all have access to the…