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As school begins across the area, say goodbye to the free meal program for all students

USDA food waiver at schools ended July 1st; pre-pandemic rules return at many schools in the area

August 7, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Expect a major change at elementary, middle and high schools in the cafeteria. Every family qualified for the free meal program at schools the last two years because of the pandemic. Not so any more. The Department of Agriculture’s food waivers at schools ended July 1st. Several schools in Hamilton County will still offer free meals to…

Both Chattanooga FC and Red Wolves come out firing after lengthy rain delays

August 6, 2022

Brian Armstrong,

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- When you have to wait over 90 minutes for a goal, odds are that means its in stoppage time or you team didn’t score at all. That was not the chase Saturday night in Chattanooga as both CFC and Red Wolves had over 90 minutes rain delays but came out firing. Chattanooga FC scored in the 7th…

East Hamilton 30 in 30 looking to take that next big step

August 6, 2022

Brian Armstrong,

OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF)-East Hamilton football season came to an end in the first round of the playoffs last year. This year head coach Grant Reynolds is stressing the importance of taking that next big step in the postseason. “Which means we need to win the big games. We want to play for regional championships and state championships. We’ve gotta get…

Back To School Bashes help thousands of families across Hamilton County

The school district, as well as private citizens, give of their time and money to help give students a head start to Wednesday's first day of school

August 6, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – This is the final weekend before school starts in Tennessee. Several groups, including the Hamilton County School District, wanted to get students and parents ready for what’s to come next Wednesday. The district held its Back To School Bash at the First Horizon Pavilion this morning. Thousands of families showed up to get free backpacks and supplies…

Chatt State holds registration ‘resort’ day.

August 6, 2022

WDEF News,

It’s almost time head back to class and Chatt State kicked off the semester with a registration resort day. The event had food vendors, access to help with registration, and information on clubs and extracurriculars. Dr. Kisha Thomas is the Director of recruiting at Chatt State, she said she wanted to provide an atmosphere for students to get ready. “So,…

21st Annual Minority Health Fair held this weekend at UTC

August 6, 2022

WDEF News,

The 21st Annual Hamilton County Minority Health Fair was held Saturday at the UTC University Center. This event addresses a major need in the community by providing free health services to underserved communities in Chattanooga. Tony Sammons is the Co-Chair, he said this all started from a desire to educate. “The Minority Health Fair started 21 years ago as…

Chattanoogan Sam Gooden dies at 87, co-founded The Impressions

The Hall of Fame singing group scored hits in the 1950s-70s

August 6, 2022

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame died this week in Chattanooga. Sam Gooden was 87. Gooden formed the group The Impressions with brothers Richard and Arthur Brooks along with songwriter Curtis Mayfield and lead singer Jerry Butler. The group had hits in the 1950’s like “For Your Precious Love.” After Butler left for…

Silverdale Marches on Despite Losing Key Player

August 6, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Silverdale posted a solid 9-3 record last year, which was their first winning season since 20-16. The Seahawks want to keep that winning vibe going this fall, despite losing a key player. Seahawks coach Mike Connor must plug a big hole in his offense with the graduation of running back Conner Delashmitt, who set all sorts of school records….

Mocs Kick Off Fall Camp as SoCon Favorites

August 5, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Chattanooga hit the practice field on Friday for their first workout of fall camp. Mocs will try to get dialed in ahead of their season opener on September 3rd against SoCon rival Wofford. UTC returns several key players from last year. It’s one of the reasons why they’ve been picked to win the SoCon title this season. Chattanooga Mocs…

Big Bear Mountain rollercoaster coming to Dollywood

August 5, 2022

Collins Parker,

SEVIERVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) – The folks at Dollywood announces their biggest ride yet. Dolly Parton made the announcement herself from the theme park today. ‘Big Bear Mountain’ will be the largest and longest coaster in the park. The project is part of the 500-million-dollar expansion first announced last year. “They’re saying we’re one of the biggest parks in the whole…

Balloon Glows event returns to East Ridge

Event to be held at Camp Jordan, tethered rides to be offered

August 5, 2022

WDEF News,

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — There were plenty of residents looking to catch a ride in a hot air balloon Friday night or just to watch those that were airborne with the sunset fading, but Mother Nature had other plans. Although Friday’s weather kept the fleet grounded, the event’s organizer is still optimistic for the weekend ahead. The family-friendly Balloon…

County Commission Newcomers Talk Post-Election Priorities

August 5, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Beginning September first, the Hamilton County Commission will add two new seats to represent recently added districts 10 and 11. Thursday’s election decided who will occupy seats, and a familiar face will be returning to represent District 11 — Joe Graham. Several years ago, Graham represented District 6, and he laid out his priorities to News 12…

Historic night for Coty & Weston Wamp offers reminder of their father’s legacy of service

Zach Wamp served in the House of Representatives for Tennessee's 3rd Congressional District from 1995 to 2011

August 5, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Election night was historic here in Hamilton County. The youngest county mayor in Tennessee. The first female, and second-youngest District Attorney in Hamilton County. And they happen to be brother and sister. The Wamps had a banner night, calling themselves “The New Generation of Leadership.” After winning their elections, Coty and Weston Wamp established themselves as the…

Humane Educational Society gives update on nationwide Beagle rescue

August 5, 2022

WDEF News,

The U.S. Department of Justice ordered the removal of about 4,000 beagles from Envigo, a breeding facility that supplies laboratories with their animal subjects for pharmaceutical research and testing. A USDA inspection reported the facility performed unnecessarily painful medical procedures on dogs and puppies. Other inhumane actions and hazards found by the USDA included: “A 3-week-old male puppy was found…

Wamps, Graham, Mott and Judge Webb highlight local election stories

August 5, 2022

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – On a night with many political suspicions confirmed by the voters of Hamilton County, we did see one upset and one amazing close race. But the big story is the Wamp family in Hamilton County politics. Both the son and daughter of former Congressman Zach Wamp will now lead important branches of local government. And both did…

Boyd Buchanan To Take The Field With State's All Time Winningest Coach

Boyd Buchanan Taking the Field With State’s All Time Winningest Coach

August 4, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Boyd Buchanan has endured two straight losing seasons. Nothing like bringing in the winningest high school coach in Tennessee history to turn things around.

From The Archives: Hamilton Place Mall Opening

August 4, 2022

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – This was a big week for Chattanooga 35 years ago. In back to back days, Hamilton Place Mall officially opened to customers and local leaders broke ground on the Tennessee Riverwalk project. On August 5, 1987, CBL held the grand opening for their new, flagship mall at the Shallowford Road exit of I-75. Before the mall was…

Dade Co Looking For Another Winning Season

Dade Co Seeking Another Winning Season

August 3, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Dade County High School surprised a lot of football fans last year by upsetting South Pittsburg. This year, the Wolverines would like to do something even more special.

Vols Digging Their Depth at Linebacker

August 3, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Last year linebacker was a big question mark for the Vols heading into the season. This year it may be the strength of the defense. Tennessee returns its entire linebacking corps from 2021. They’re hoping the experience and depth will pay huge dividends this fall. Linebacker coach Brian Jean-Mary:”With the way we play and score, we have to have several…

More to the Story with Staley: new Cereset franchise

Cereset offers BrainEcho technology to treat your stress

August 3, 2022

Dave Staley,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Whether you work in an office building downtown or for that matter, work in your office at home, you might be dealing with stress. At one point in time, all of us have to deal with some sort of stress. However, if you come to the 7th floor of the James Building here in downtown Chattanooga, there…

Local doctor gives Covid update: why the BA.5 variant will lead to more ‘long Covid’

August 3, 2022

WDEF News,

The B-A 5 covid strain has been labeled as the most contagious variant so far by the C-D-C. Although the symptoms are reportedly more mild, health experts say this variant will lead to more cases of long covid. With back to school just around the corner around, we can expect to see an uptick in covid cases. Already in Hamilton…

Hamilton County Approves South Broad Stadium Development

City to Cast Final Votes August 9

August 3, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Hamilton County has approved the development of the new Lookouts stadium on Chattanooga’s South Side. But the approval didn’t come without a final round of deliberation. In past meetings, questions have been raised about what happens if the TIF can’t pay off the bonds, but today’s argument surrounded what happens if the bonds are paid off too…

American Legion Post Donates to Local School

August 3, 2022

WDEF News,

American Legion Post 0291 donated $1,300 to Orchard Knob Elementary School to help them stock their care closet.

Monkeypox Cases Confirmed in Hamilton County

August 3, 2022

WDEF News,

The Hamilton County Health Department confirmed that there are three positive Monkeypox cases in the Chattanooga area.

As school begins across the area, say goodbye to the free meal program for all students

USDA food waiver at schools ended July 1st; pre-pandemic rules return at many schools in the area

Both Chattanooga FC and Red Wolves come out firing after lengthy rain delays

East Hamilton 30 in 30 looking to take that next big step

Back To School Bashes help thousands of families across Hamilton County

The school district, as well as private citizens, give of their time and money to help give students a head start to Wednesday's first day of school

Chatt State holds registration ‘resort’ day.

21st Annual Minority Health Fair held this weekend at UTC

Chattanoogan Sam Gooden dies at 87, co-founded The Impressions

The Hall of Fame singing group scored hits in the 1950s-70s

Silverdale Marches on Despite Losing Key Player

Mocs Kick Off Fall Camp as SoCon Favorites

Big Bear Mountain rollercoaster coming to Dollywood

Balloon Glows event returns to East Ridge

Event to be held at Camp Jordan, tethered rides to be offered

County Commission Newcomers Talk Post-Election Priorities

Historic night for Coty & Weston Wamp offers reminder of their father’s legacy of service

Zach Wamp served in the House of Representatives for Tennessee's 3rd Congressional District from 1995 to 2011

Humane Educational Society gives update on nationwide Beagle rescue

Wamps, Graham, Mott and Judge Webb highlight local election stories

Boyd Buchanan Taking the Field With State’s All Time Winningest Coach

From The Archives: Hamilton Place Mall Opening

Dade Co Seeking Another Winning Season

Vols Digging Their Depth at Linebacker

More to the Story with Staley: new Cereset franchise

Cereset offers BrainEcho technology to treat your stress

Local doctor gives Covid update: why the BA.5 variant will lead to more ‘long Covid’

Hamilton County Approves South Broad Stadium Development

City to Cast Final Votes August 9

American Legion Post Donates to Local School

Monkeypox Cases Confirmed in Hamilton County

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