Ringgold, Georgia (WDEF) – It was a dazzling year for Performing Arts at Ringgold High School.From scholarships, to state honors to a very famous visitor, they pull back the curtain on What’s Right With Our Schools. Jane’ Ellis is the Musical Theater and Choir Director at Ringgold High. She explains,”The students received 12 Shuler nominations, got the chance to perform on that…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — CMA Fest wrapped up in Nashville Sunday night. Most of the country artists News 12 spoke to at the event have a connection to the Tennessee Valley – like Hannah Ellis. She recently opened for Carly Pearce on her “29 Tour.” The first stop of the second leg of the tour was in March at the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Curator of Collections, Lindsay Stuber, with the Chattanooga Historical Society says the start of the church dates back to the 1890s. “Highland Baptist Church actually started out as Orchard knob Baptist Church back in the 1890s. It’s not until the 1920s that they built the church that unfortunately was affected by the fire,” said Stuber. She says…
RISING FAWN, Georgia (WDEF) – For this story, we’re traveling a little dusty road. Over the babbling creek. Up the hill. A unique experience awaits. You are about to enter a world of lavender. “Lookout Lavender” to be exact. Without further ado, let me introduce you to Bill and Alice Marrin. This is Bill! And this is Alice. After living in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Apple has a new iOS update in the works. The tech company recently made the announcement at its annual developer conference. If you’ve ever regretted sending a text message to someone, you’re going to love Apple’s latest software update. iOS 16 lets you edit or recall any recently sent messages. You can also recover recently deleted…
Silverdale running back Connor Delashmitt announced on social media Sunday that he has committed to play college ball at UTC. Delashmitt has been a beast in the backfield for the Seahawks. Last year he rushed for over 1,300 yards with 18 touchdowns. For his Silverdale career, he racked up over 6,000 all purpose yards with 45 touchdowns. Categories: Sports –…
JASPER, Tennessee (WDEF)-Irene Hammontree, from Dalton, celebrated turning 90 this weekend by visiting the Chattanooga skydiving company. “Whenever you start on the free fall, I want you to throw your hands out and yell real loud. I said I’m afraid too, I’m afraid I’ll lose my teeth,” said Hammontree. Her family says she’s been talking about this for a while…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CFC notched their fourth win in-a-row on Saturday night at Fort Finley as they knocked off AC Syracuse Pulse 3-0. Didn’t take long for Chattanooga to find an offensive pulse. Not even five minutes into the match and Taylor Gray knocked one home to make it 1-0. Markus Naglestad added another goal in the first half on a…
Chatsworth, GA-(WDEF-TV) Georgia receiver Ladd McConkey was back in Chatsworth Saturday, signing autographs and taking pictures with fans at J&W Sports Apparel. McConkey was sporting his Georgia national championship ring. The North Murray high school graduate says it’s surreal being back in his hometown as a college football celebrity. Said McConkey:”Yeah it’s kind of weird to think about it first….
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Red Wolves have not won a game in a month, mainly because they can’t find the back of the net. Red Wolves have not scored a goal in their last three matches. They’re hoping that changes Saturday night as they travel out west to face Central Valley Fuego. Said head coach Jimmy Obleda:”Again trying to find the…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The United Way of greater Chattanooga is celebrating its birthday with 100 days 100 ways campaign. This birthday celebration campaign is meant to encourage simple acts of kindness throughout the community. This is all leading up to impact days where the community will volunteer all together on September 16th and 17th. The United Way of Greater Chattanooga…
11:25 UPDATE: Fire Dept. extends “shelter in place” to 5 blocks around church ______________ 11 PM UPDATE: from Chatt. Fire Dept. “Residents living within these blocks: 3rd Street to Highland Park Avenue, 3rd Street in between Glenwood Parkway and Highland Park Ave, extending South to East Main Street at Highland Park Ave and up to Dodds Avenue are asked to…
NASHVILLE (WDEF) – CMA Fest is back, after two years off, because of the pandemic. This annual event brings country artists and fans from all over, to enjoy four days of live music and fun. News 12’s Emily Cassulo caught up with several of these country artists, including a favorite from our area. Categories: Entertainment, Featured, Local News Tags: CMA Fest,…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Do we have a gang problem in Chattanooga? “Yes,” said Public Defender Boyd Patterson. An affidavit from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms has confirmed the presence of three known gang members from two different gangs at the scene of the McCallie shooting. With this information, some are wondering if gangs are a significant problem in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-After mass shootings, in Chattanooga, over back-to-back weekends, and other mass shootings across the country, the impact of mental health has become a focus. “We’re not being proactive. The whole city, we’re being reactive,” said Pursuit Of Happiness CEO, Michael Gordon. Last Sunday morning 3 people were killed with 14 people shot near McCallie ave. The weekend prior,…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Welcome Home of Chattanooga was started in 2015. Providing shelter and support for those who need end-of-life care. The non-profit just moved into its new five acre facility in 2020. And now, phase two of expansion is complete. An additional three-bedroom home. Specifically for homeless cancer patients. Who need shelter to receive treatment. While the first home…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police are identifying the three people who were killed in the McCallie Avenue shooting over the weekend. 24 year old Darian Hixson was an athlete at Central High and Cleveland State, where she played on the basketball team. Friends and family held a candlelight vigil for Darian at Central High on Thursday evening. 35…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The blockers, the jammers, the hits — Chattanooga Roller Derby is back in the Chattanooga Convention Center this Saturday for the first time since the pandemic. “Oh, man. It is so exciting,” Kim Stovall said. “We have been building in this off-season since we have been able to come back, and we are ready to show…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CFC have signed recent Dalton grad Fabian Rodriguez. He got an academy contract, which means he can keep his amateur status should he decide to attend college. Fabian has already enjoyed a workout with the Boys in Blue. He’s the younger brother of CFC player Damian Rodriguez, so Fabian jokes it’s time now to show big brother who’s…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — “Have you had enough yet?” This was one of several questions addressed at tonight’s “Our Youth Matters” discussion just off MLK Boulevard. Tonight, plenty of concerned Chattanoogans spoke on the matter. But it was the kids’ voices that had the most emphasis. District 9 Councilwoman Demetrus Coonrod says it’s imperative that the city support the “ideals and…
Georgia has become the ninth state in the country to implement the shot clock for high school basketball. It’ll start next season. Every varsity level team will have 35 seconds for each possession. North Georgia’s top teams are excited about the new system. Coaches think this will make the game more entertaining for fans and prepare players for an easier…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Grab those cowboy hats and boots – CMA Fest is back! The annual country music festival and fundraiser had to be canceled the last two years, because of the pandemic. News 12 will be making the trip to Nashville Friday for the four-day event, which is the longest running country music festival in the world. We…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – With the arrest, it leads to more questions about who Garrian King is. King has had some run-ins with law enforcement in the past. The latest one puts him on the scene of the deadly shooting last Saturday. The 28-year-old King only has a federal charge in connection with the shooting outside Mary’s Bar last Saturday: possession…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – If you are watching CBS this week, you may notice the new promos for their summer daytime lineup. The campaign is an homage to their promos from the summer of 1985. The network used the Robert Palmer hit song “Some Like It Hot” to promote the “hotness” of their soap operas and talk show. And they are…