Hooked On Science – Cupid’s Balloon Challenge
Do you love science? You might after this experiment. Our “Science Guy,” Jason Lindsey, shows us how to skewer a heart balloon.
Mocs Offensive Lineman Cole Strange Invited to NFL Combine
Mocs offensive lineman Cole Strange got to showcase his talents for NFL coaches last weekend at the Senior Bowl. Now he gets another chance to impress NFL scouts. Strange has been invited to the famous NFL combine in Indianapolis. A total of 324 draft prospects have been invited. The combine starts March first. Categories: Sports – Football, Sports – Local…
Mocs Defense Clamps Down on Western Carolina in 65-47 Victory
(gomocs.com)HATTANOOGA (February 9) — The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team avenged its loss to Western Carolina earlier this season with a stout defensive effort and earned its third-straight victory behind a 65-47 tally on Wednesday night in Southern Conference action inside McKenzie Arena. Following the win, Chattanooga improves to 21-5 overall and remains atop the SoCon standings at 11-2. Western…
Early morning theft of catering trailer has Nooga-Q owner fighting mad
Surveillance video caught the theft; owner drove by 30 minutes later
Chris Rock once said “Nothing good happens after 2 a.m.” It was 6 a.m. Wednesday morning when a catering trailer behind Nooga-Q near Signal Mountain was taken from a parking spot behind the business. A surveillance camera nearby caught it all. A red Ford F-150 drives on to the lot, backs into the trailer, hitches it and leaves. From beginning…
Trial begins in Shaken Baby case
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A jury trial begins for the man accused of a 2018 murder of a little girl. Benjamin Brown was charged with felony murder, following the death of two-year-old Annie Shell of Soddy Daisy. Brown was the boyfriend of Brandi Giannunzio, who babysitting the girl. Brandi was charged with making false reports, and accessory after the fact. Brandi…
McKamey Raises Reward Money for Info on Abused Dog
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – On January 31, Bright Eyes, a small, mixed-breed dog was found having wandered onto a local woman’s porch. The dog was visibly frightened, and had her mouth bound shut with electrical tape. After the dog was taken into the care of McKamey Animal Center, a reward of $500 was posted for information on who might have done…
Murray County Hires Kurt Napier as New Football Coach
CHATSWORTH, Ga. (WDEF) — There’s a new chief in Murray County. The Indians hired Kurt Napier, son of legendary Murray County coach Bill Napier, Monday. Kurt played quarterback for his dad before moving on to coaching. He spent a year coaching receivers at Thomas County Central and five years as the running backs coach at Callaway. During his time at…
Ridgeland’s new football coach Craig Pritchett settling in
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) — Ridgeland might’ve hired its new football coach back in December, but Craig Pritchett is just now finally settling in — back in his hometown of Rossville. Pritchett was the defensive coordinator for the famed Panthers team that made it to the state championship in 2012. Now, 11 years later, he returns, ready to bring the Panthers…
More To The Story: Uniform Business
CHICKAMAUGA, Georgia (WDEF) – The UniFirst Corporation deals with a LOT of uniforms. Selling and washing uniforms. Mostly specialized garments. Such as workwear. And protective clothing. Also dealing in floor care products. Mats, rugs. Some 14-thousand company employees nationwide. But for the first time ever, the Chattanooga area has an Aldo Croatti award winner.It’s this man: Chickamauga’s Jason Groce. He’s…
Two Die in Fatal Fire in McMinn County
TBI fire investigators are in McMinn County trying to determine what caused a fatal fire early Wednesday morning.
East Hamilton’s Jeremiah Flemmons Excited to Sign With Austin Peay
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Six East Hamilton Hurricanes signed to play college football last week. At top billing was receiver Jeremiah Flemmons, who heads to Austin Peay. News 12’s Angela Moryan tells us just how special Flemmons has been for the Canes. East Ham’s Jeremiah Flemmons has done it all for the Hurricanes. Receiver, quarterback, defensive back — you name it, he’s played…
Soccer Doesn’t Feel Like a Spring Sport For Many Georgia High Schools
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Soccer is a sport designed to be played in warm weather. After all the players wear shorts and a short sleeve jersey, but warm weather doesn’t exactly greet Georgia high school teams. Many schools started their season in January. Not exactly what you expect for a so-called spring sport. Most coaches are excited to start practice for the…
NW Whitfield Downs Rival Dalton 62-51
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Northwest Whitfield pulled away to beat rival Dalton 62-51 Tuesday night at Dalton High School. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Dalton High School, High School Basketball, Northwest Whitfield High School
LaFayette Improves to 22-0 With Victory Over Coahulla Creek
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) The LaFayette Ramblers improved to 22-0 on the season Tuesday night with a 66-47 road win over Coahulla Creek. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Coahulla Creek High School, High School Basketball, Lafayette High School
Residents come out in full force to oppose development in Mountain Creek
There was no open seat at Tuesday night's City Council meeting
One developer had a whole community against its plan to add a high-density apartment complex to the Mountain Creek area. News 12’s Scott Koral had a ringside seat to the Chattanooga City Council meeting.
Market South converting into a music venue
Here is what's happening to the old restaurants in the space on the Southside
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A downtown favorite is getting an overhaul, as Long Street’s Market South has officially started its transition from a food hall into a music venue. The 15-thousand square foot building will soon undergo renovations to become an indoor music hall set. It will eventually be able to host a variety of music artists and up to 500…
Dade County Schools drop quarantines
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) – Another local school system has made changes to its policy for students who have been exposed to COVID-19. Starting yesterday, students at Dade County Schools are no longer required to quarantine after a COVID exposure. The change comes after the school system found that none of the children sent home due to an exposure this semester…
Judge Scolds Car Chase Driver, Doubles Bond, For Traumatizing Daughter
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – On a busy Thursday afternoon just before last Christmas, authorities allege Randal Keeton sped past Chief Deputy Austin Garrett, driving erratically and leading him on a pursuit that began around a packed Hamilton Place Mall. Footage from multiple mall security cameras shows the pursuit. “This person is a danger to the community. That was well proven on…
Golden Apple: Lori Giles, North City Elementary
ATHENS, TN (WDEF) – Love, passion and patience are important qualities for a teacher. Lori Giles has all three combined with a tireless work ethic. That makes her a perfect fit at North City Elementary School in Athens. Angel Hardaway is the principal at North City. She explains, “Ms. Giles is one of our very special instructional assistants here at…
Dade County Schools Drops Quarantine Requirement for Students Exposed to COVID
DADE COUNTY, Ga. — Starting February 7, students at Dade County Schools are no longer required to quarantine after a COVID exposure. The change comes after the school system found that none of the children sent home due to an exposure this semester developed symptoms. “Since we returned in January, we have reported no close contact clusters, meaning the kids…
Hearing over chase that included Chief Deputy Austin Garrett
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Hamilton County Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Austin Garrett was involved in a high speed pursuit in December. Today was the preliminary hearing to determine if the case would go to grand jury. Authorities allege Randall Keeton initiated a high speed car chase on a busy afternoon just before last Christmas. Before Judge Christy Sell at the Hamilton County…
Mom To Mom – Valentine Minion
Turn a Twinkie into a recognizable character to make a Valentine’s Day treat that your kids can have at their party or just for a snack.
Football Coaches Struggle to Deal With Losing
“You play to win the game,” Herm Edwards made the quote famous years ago, but what happens when you lose. Every coach and player goes through it, and it can be especially rough in football since you have to wait a week to play again. Reporter: “Okay losing.” Said East Hamilton head coach Grant Reynolds: “It sucks.” (laughter) Said McCallie…
Fabian Rodriguez Scores Four Goals as Dalton Beats Rival NW Whitfield 6-1
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton soccer beat rival NW Whitfield 6-1 Monday night at Harmon Field in Dalton. Bruins Huriel Guzman tied the match at one in the first half on a penalty kick. Moments later and Fabian Rodriguez scored for the Catamounts to make it 2-1. Rodriguez soon made it 3-1 at halftime. He also scored in the second half…
