Public’s speaking time could be adjusted at Hamilton County School board meetings to better help serve the community
Parents were scheduled to speak at the end of the Hamilton County school board meeting rather than the beginning as usual.
TVA extends Pandemic Recovery Credit
The Tennessee Valley Authority board has decided to extend their pandemic recovery credit.
Dalton Public Schools to require masks fro PreK up to 7th grade
DALTON, Ga (WDEF) – Dalton Public Schools announced it will update its COVID-19 policies in an effort to slow the spread of Covid-19. During a special meeting on Wednesday morning, the board of education voted 5-0 to approve the resolution. That phase makes masks mandatory for students in prekindergarten through seventh grade — students who are not yet old enough to…
Local cannabis company sends appeal to Medical Cannabis Commission
TRION, Ga (WDEF) – Remedium Life Science was one of the many companies not awarded a contract to sell medical cannabis in Georgia. T The CEO of the company, community members, and local officials were shocked by the decision and hope the commission will consider their appeal. When the Medical Cannabis Commission announced the intent to award contracts to 6 companies….
Soddy Daisy Veteran Helps Others, DTRT Winner
CHATTANOOGA, TN – (WDEF) – There is a disabled Army veteran in Soddy Daisy who is doing his best to help his fellow veterans. Scotty Mincey started a Facebook page back in May. And it’s taken off much more than anyone expected. That’s why Scotty is this month’s Dunkin’ “Do The Right Thing” award winner. We went to Chester Frost…
Dalton and Calhoun Set to Renew Rivalry in Season Opener
The high school football season kicks off Friday, and we’ve got several big games to start the year, including Dalton and Calhoun. Maybe call it the I-75 rivalry. The Catamounts and Yellow Jackets have played numerous times over the last two decades. Calhoun won last year’s game 41-14. Kit Carpenter is the new Dalton head coach, but he has been around…
Unity Group concerned over local African American census trend
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Our area continues to grow, but a recent trend has alarmed the Unity Group of Chattanooga. According to census data, the city’s African American population declined by more than 5-thousand people between 2010 and 2020. Avondale, alone, lost nearly one thousand people. Glenwood lost nearly 800. The Unity Group is concerned what impacts that could have on…
GoFundMe used to help offset cost for college
A first-year college student from Fort Oglethorpe is taking a different approach to paying for her tuition.
Dolly Parton humble about her contribution to Moderna Vaccine
(WDEF) – Dolly Parton talked about her new book deal, the 9 to 5 Musical and diversity in the country music business in an interview on British radio. But she was also very humble about her contribution to a Covid vaccine. Last year, she donated $1 million to researchers at Vanderbilt for their work on a vaccine. And the New…
Unique Paintings At Chattanooga Airport
CHATTANOOGA, TN – (WDEF) – If you’ve been to the Chattanooga Airport lately, you maybe have noticed a number of paintings on display in the terminal. And they are there for a reason. Not only are those paintings for sale. But the paintings are there to show, once again, how unique Chattanooga really is. Maybe you didn’t see the display while…
Tyner Academy Seniors walk out of school in demand of better building conditions
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Students at Tyner Academy came back to school on Thursday, only to find unexpected changes- changes such as the closure of a building due to structural concerns. The 400 building also known as the freshman academy is now shut down until further notice. It was a decision Principal Harris had to make due to worsening structural conditions…
Mom To Mom – Build Your Own Lava Lamp
Lava lamps are always mesmerizing, so why not try make your own? It’s easy to do.
Boyd Buchanan Riding With Size And ‘Tough as Nails’ Quarterback
To hear the Boyd Buchanan talk, it sounds like head coach Jeremy Bosken has been in the lab concocting this year’s team. Said quarterback Mason Ratchford:”Matthew Stone at running back. A freakin’ animal.” Said tight end Karson Gay:”D-line is insane.” Said Ratchford:”Our offense. We’re fast and violent.” You also want to be big, and the Bucs will roll out some…
Red Wolves Cardiac Magic Continues as They Salvage 1-1 Tie With North Texas
(uslleagueone.com) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Chattanooga Red Wolves SC once again come from behind with a late equalizer to split the points with North Texas SC in a game that finished 1-1. It was expected that Chattanooga would start off strong with its seven-day rest over North Texas’ three, but both teams were active with multiple chances early on. Red Wolves…
City employees voiced backing on Mayor Kelly’s budget plan
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) – A crowd of Chattanooga city employees rallied together before the Chattanooga City Council meeting. “We support the pay plan. Our members, the employees of the city of Chattanooga have been the essential workers who kept the city going.” Service Employees International Union Local 205 came out prior the today’s city council meeting to endorse Mayor Tim…
Feds finally approve ending vehicle emissions testing in Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Four years after The Tennessee General Assembly passed a resolution to halt emissions testing in Chattanooga, the federal government has given final approval. State senator Bo Watson and late state representative Mike Carter both pushed the legislation. They called it an unfair burden on the City’s poorest people, who were forced to make repairs that they could not…
Dalton Mayor Justifies State of Emergency Declaration
DALTON (WDEF) – Dalton Mayor David Pennington declared a State of Emergency in Monday night’s City Council meeting. But he says the declaration could have been prevented. “I know it could have. They’re not having this problem in the northeast where they’ve got vaccination rates at 70 percent plus. This is largely in the southeast and southwest of America because…
Police ask for your help in Hamilton Place Mall shooting
They have several suspect photos for you to identify
Veteran fights ptsd and substance use – finds his way back to living life
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Army Veteran Todd Sims served as a cavalry scout from 2001 through 2006 and deployed to Iraq in 2004. After serving our country, Sims returned to his Chattanooga home where he faced his next war – battling his mental health. When Army Veteran Todd Sims realized he was facing PTSD, he started trying to cope by self-medicating…
Massive Tree Falls on Signal Mountain Home Tuesday Afternoon
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN (WDEF:) A large tree fell on a Signal Mountain home just before noon today. After a 911 call was made, Signal Mountain Fire Department arrived and reported a massive tree on a house. It was unknown at the time if there was anyone inside the home,. After a quick search, firefighters determined there was not anyone inside….
Living Well With Troy – Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea can cause a wide variety of health problems. ENT Specialist Dr. Joel Hoffman with North Atlanta ENT and Allergy, talks about how to diagnose it and possible treatments.
Gordon Lee Looking to Click Again After Fantastic Season
Gordon Lee was one of the biggest surprises last year. After three straight losing seasons, the Trojans balled out with an 11-2 record. Now Gordon Lee is tasked with staying on top. The Trojans have the 30-in-30 spotlight. Winning records have not been a mainstay at Gordon Lee. That’s why this year’s team is hoping to keep the good times…
Virtual education meant to be personalized to the student and give parents more options
Virtual schools are set up differently than what many students experienced during remote learning during the in-person school closure.
Ray Charles, The Judds to join Country Music Hall of Fame
By KRISTIN M. HALL AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Ten.. (AP) — R&B legend Ray Charles, who helped redefine country music in the Civil Rights era, and Grammy-winning duo The Judds will be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The Country Music Association on Monday announced the new class of Hall of Fame members, who will be formally inducted…
