CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Being the new kid in school can be intimidating. Nikki Varnell is great at helping new students fit right in at Chattanooga School for the Liberal Arts. That’s just one of the qualities that earned Ms. Varnell the Golden Apple Award. Laurie Clifton is the School Counselor at CSLA. She says, “She (Varnell) just supports every…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Today marks the two year anniversary of the tornadoes that came through the Tennessee Valley on Easter weekend. An EF-3 Tornado caused devastating damage to the East Brainerd community that is still recovering. “There was a loss of life and a large loss of property and it came at a really inopportune time because right in the…
Give your kid’s peanut butter and jelly sandwich a makeover with this fun, easy way to spruce up their meals.
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) – Investigators charge three young men in north Georgia with vehicle break-ins and the arson of one of the vehicles. The crime spree happened overnight between March 7th and 8th. Authorities in Catoosa, Walker and Chickamauga investigated a series of auto burglaries that night. One of the cars was found burning the next morning…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The fans have spoken. We now know which country artists they’ve picked to take home a CMT Music Award. The show aired on CBS Monday night for the first time. News 12 was there in Nashville for all of the excitement. Country music star Carrie Underwood will need an even bigger display case for all of…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central high school graduate Rhyne Howard went number one overall in the WNBA Draft on Monday. She was taken first overall by the Atlanta Dream. The Dream made a trade last week to acquire the top pick so they could take Howard. Howard played at the University of Kentucky, where she averaged 20 points a game over…
After undergoing four months of interior renovations and a quiet past two years, Chattanooga’s Jewish Cultural Center opened again better than ever and ready to properly welcome back its community.
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine over a month ago, Americans have seen a substantial rise in gas prices. Drivers here in the Tennessee Valley are no exception. However, prices at area pumps have been on a downward trend. According to Triple A, the average cost per gallon in the state is $3.89. That’s nearly 24 cents…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Hamilton County is large, diverse and packed with humanity. Music has a way of blending all those elements together. Hamilton Sings is a melodious example of what’s right with our schools. Emma Mullins is a teaches music at Red Bank Elementary. She exclaims, “We’re back, and we are making music again together, and it’s wonderful. I…
A life coach talks about wellness; what it is and why it’s so important.
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — In Chattanooga, the past several years have seen an increase in homelessness as well as an increase in the average price of rent. According to Homelessness and Supportive Housing Director Sam Wolfe, these facts are related. “Numerous studies show a direct correlation between an increase in the cost of rent — and, more specifically, those who are…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The CMT Music Awards are almost here, and you – the fans – get to choose who wins. This three-hour awards show is going to be action packed. We won’t just see who takes home a CMT trophy, but we get to enjoy great music from our favorite country stars, and even other genres. Performances will…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Georgia (WDEF) – 44 degrees Saturday morning. At the “Polo Field” in Fort Oglethorpe. But we have a group of “hearty souls.” They are here to play baseball. The old fashioned way! JOSH BLAIR, MOUNTAIN CITY CAPTAIN; “It is hard. But, we play through it all. Broken fingers, whatever. We’ll play through it. And we have a blast…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — You can now be your own handyman – or handymandy – when it comes to your smartphone. Samsung has announced a new self-repair program, which launches this summer. There’s no reason to bring your phone to someone for repairs if you can fix it yourself. Samsung says it’s offering a new self-repair program to give customers…
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF)-Collegedale kicked off Easter celebrations a week early. The Collegedale police department had its Easter egg hunt. The event included candy, inflatables, snow cones, and of course Easter egg hunts. These types of events help create a connection between law enforcement and kids in the community. Categories: Hamilton County, Local News Tags: Collegedale Police Department, Easter, Easter Egg…
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- USA Patriots formally know as the wounded warriors amputee softball team flew in from all around the country to compete in the The Sgt. Chris McDonald Warrior Classic They also took time to help with kids struggling with disabilities. USA patriots are team of veterans with missing limbs due to combat injuries and play able body teams bringing…
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- The Miracle League is back on the diamond out in Dalton after missing the last two years due to the pandemic. The miracle league ball field had plenty of athletes competing. The West Side Miracle Field offers children and adults with mental and physical challenges an opportunity to play ball and it was a meaningful time for…
The Chattanooga Lookouts dropped their season opener 8-0 to the Tennessee Smokies on Friday night on a cold evening for baseball in Sevierville, Tennessee. Chattanooga managed only three hits, and they suffered 14 strikeouts. Same two clubs battle again Saturday night before closing out the series on Sunday afternoon. Lookouts make their home debut on Tuesday at AT&T Field against…
The Tennessee Vols must find a new kick returner this year with the departure of Velus Jones. Special teams coach Mike Ekeler has just the man. And this guy seems to be making the rounds on Rocky Top. Said Ekeler:”We got several guys, and really one guy has started to step out a little bit and actually Coach ‘V’ over…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The curtain goes up on the Chattanooga Lookouts season tonight. The Lookies are on the road against the Tennessee Smokies. So which Chattanooga player might we see shine under the bright lights this season. How bout short stop Matthew McClain. He was the Reds first round draft pick last summer, and Lookouts manager Jose Moreno is already singing his…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Tennessee Department of Mental Health Commissioner Marie Williams said the impact of the coronavirus pandemic led to a 45% increase in mental health issues such as anxiety and depression throughout the state. With those numbers on the rise, the state believes it’s time to modernize its care at Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute. Moccasin Bend serves mental…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The “Empress of the Blues,” Chattanooga’s very own Bessie Smith, received another honor. This one is a state honor. Smith became the newest honoree as part of the Tennessee Music Pathways. Smith’s music wasn’t just from the 1920’s and 30’s. She influenced jazz, R & B, and even hip-hop in the late 80’s to mid 90’s. Her granddaughter…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Melody Maddox: “You can’t serve the people if you don’t love the people. Chief Murphy loves her job, and she loves the people she serves. Law enforcement presents an opportunity to serve with honor.” Celeste Murphy plans to serve as Chattanooga’s police chief with more than just honor. She wants to serve as a police ambassador to the…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — This summer, Volkswagen is releasing the ID 4, it’s first electric SUV. For some, that means one more option in the electric automotive market, but, for Chattanoogans, that means 1,000 new jobs. “For that vehicle and the growth, due to customer demand, of our Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport, we’re adding a thousand new production positions to…
