Collegedale, Featured, Local News

Collegedale Planning Commission recommends property rezoning

Many Collegedale residents unsure of, against potential new housing development
WDEF News,

COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Collegedale Planning Commission held its latest meeting tonight about the potential rezoning of the locally beloved Hidden Hills Farm and Saddle Club property. A packed crowd appeared heartbroken tonight after the commission wholly recommended, with one abstention, the approval with conditions to rezone the property. Before the decision was made, however, several residents still say…
Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Major credit cards place guns under new merchant category

Local gun shop manager believes gun sales will increase in response
WDEF News,

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Major credit cards are adding a new merchant category for firearms retailers, much to the celebration of gun-control advocates. Visa, Mastercard and American Express are all doing so to help curb mass shootings. But not everybody is celebrating. One local gun store manager says his customers feel as if their Second Amendment rights are being…
Hamilton County, Local News

County Mayor vetoes new dais to make room for him and new commissioner

"there was some sticker shock with that price tag"
Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp is vetoing plans to add an additional seat to the County Commission’s Dais. At last week’s meeting, it was announced that the expansion would cost 49-thousand dollars. After speaking with Chairman Chip Baker and members of his staff, Wamp decided not to have a seat among the commissioners. “The price tag on…

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

What’s Right With Ours Schools: Hamilton County Schools eLabs

Andrew Harrison,

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – It’s a sign of the times, eLabs are a vital part of education at all levels these days. Thanks to PEF and Volkswagen Chattanooga, Hamilton County Schools has cut the ribbon on a dozen new eLabs. Robin Bambrey is the Principal at Hardy Elementary School. She says, “We are beyond excited and honored to be part…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Nearly 400 people participate in the Chattanooga Stair Climb Memorial to honor 9/11 first responder victims

Brian Fitzpatrick, a firefighter with FDNY's Ladder 22, nearly brought to tears by the local response
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The first plane struck the World Trade Center at 8:43 in the morning on this day in 2001. Today at that time, New York City read the names that are memorialized at the site of the World Trade Center. Locally, first responders and their friends and family here in Chattanooga walked the steps of AT&T Field, and…

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Chattanooga, Featured, First Responder Award, Hamilton County, Local News

Hamilton County EMS worker honored for 40+-years of service…and he’s not done

The Chattanooga Elks Lodge honors Charles P.B. "Scobey" Newman for his over 40 years of service for Patriot Day
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Sunday marks the 21st anniversary of the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. It’s also Patriot Day. A time when America honors those who were killed in the September 11th attacks. Some of those people were first responders. Locally, the Elks Lodge honored an emergency services worker for his 40-plus years…

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Chattooga County, Featured, Local News

Summerville water flowing again

Sand bags available for this weekend
Collins Parker,

SUMMERVILLE, Georgia (WDEF) – After a week of water insecurity from the weekend flooding, Summerville is finally getting some of its water back. The water system had been knocked out by the record flooding. But by Friday, city officials announced that some water was pumping through the system again. However, even if you do get water at your house, they…

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Featured, Jackson County, Local News

Scottsboro store celebrates 50th Anniversary

Unclaimed Baggage is nation's only retail store selling once-lost luggage
WDEF News,

JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. (WDEF) — Scottsboro’s Unclaimed Baggage, America’s only lost luggage retail store, celebrated the end of its 50th Anniversary Road Tour today. The store’s road tour team returned after a four-month journey all throughout the country. They visited all 50 states over the summer. To celebrate, the store kicked off a two-day celebration today that will last through…

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Chattanooga, Local News

Chattanooga State hosts in-person college and career fair

In-person event is first of its kind since 2019, shows ties to growing student enrollment
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — For the first time since 2019, Chattanooga State Community College held its college and career fair in person today. One member of the city chamber noticed a lack of “pandemic panic” and from students, who were buzzing with excitement. Hundreds of students from Hamilton County Schools flocked to Chatt State today to get a taste of the…

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Chattanooga, Crime, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

CPD initiative shows major decline in auto-related crimes

CPD says it has seen a 19% decline in auto-related crimes due to task force for the year
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Police Department had a busy last 24 hours. One person was carjacked in the 1700 block of Kelly Street, and a woman had her car stolen this afternoon in the 2100 block of Stuart Street. But CPD is fighting back. A focused initiative has seen a major decline in auto-related crimes. The reports are all…

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Entertainment, Featured, Local News

Moon River Festival Returns for Fourth Year

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Moon River Festival is back this weekend for its fourth year in Chattanooga. Organizers say they have a packed lineup – from Madeline Edwards and Mat Kearney, to Local Natives and Leon Bridges. Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors are also performing again this year. Drew Holcomb tells News 12 they’ll be playing a new song, “Dance…

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Coahulla Creek Shuts Out Chattooga 35-0

Rick Nyman,

Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Coahulla Creek shut out Chattooga 35-0 on Thursday night. The game was supposed to go down at Chattooga High School, but it was moved to Coahulla Creek due to recent flooding in Summerville, Georgia. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Chattooga County High, Coahulla Creek High School, football game, local football game, local sports, Sports

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Bradley Central Downs Rival McMinn Co 42-24

Rick Nyman,

Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central raced out to a 21-0 lead and went on to beat rival McMinn Co 42-24 on Thursday night. J’Alan Terry set the tone for the Bears early with a 78-yard touchdown run. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Bradley Central, Cleveland, Football, local sports, McMinn County High School, Sports
Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Chattanoogans remember life of Queen Elizabeth II

Local residents believe the 96-year-old monarch left a worldwide impact
WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — For 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II served as an inspiration to many throughout both England and the world. Her Majesty passed away Thursday at the age of 96. The mood suddenly turned somber for many residents once the news made its way across the pond to the Tennessee Valley. Long-time Chattanooga radio personality Richard Winham was born…

Titans Must Move On From Injury To Harold Landry
Sports - Local Sports News, Sports - TN Titans

Titans Lose All Pro Pass Rusher Harold Landry Right Before the Season Opener

Rick Nyman,

What a bummer for the Titans. The week before their season opener against the New York Giants, and veteran pass rusher Harold Landry is out for the year after suffering a knee injury in practice. Landry was a Pro Bowler last year, who Titan’ed Up with 12 sacks last season. Said head coach Mike Vrabel:”It’s unfortunate. It’s disappointing. Feel terrible…

Mocs Expect Physical Challenge Against Eastern Illinois
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Mocs Expect Physical Challenge Against Eastern Illinois

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Mocs hit the road Saturday against Eastern Illinois. Chattanooga beat the Panthers back in 20-19 in the season opener. Marked the debut of head coach Rusty Wright. Totally new team Mocs will obviously face this time. When the words physical and challenge are echoed about the Panthers, you know this year’s game should be a dog fight. Said Wright:”They’re…

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Catoosa County, Chattanooga, Local News

Chattanooga Carjacking suspect arrested in Fort Oglethorpe

Collins Parker,

FORT OGLETHORPE, Georgia (WDEF) – U.S. Marshals and Chattanooga Police found their suspect this afternoon across the boarder in north Georgia. They wanted Gregory Lamar Gillespie for a carjacking three days ago on E. 21st Street. They found him on Barnhardt Circle in Fort Oglethrope, where they found the stolen vehicle along with another stolen one. Police say Gillespie also…