UPDATE: Brother Speaks Out on Missing Catoosa County Man’s Body Found
More than a year and a half after disappearing, a family wants to know what happened to a Catoosa County man.
Mom to Mom – Sponge Water Bombs
Replace those water balloons with these sponge water bombs that’s easier and cheaper and still just as refreshing and fun.
13-Year-Old Alexander Persinger Wins World Kickboxing Title Belt
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Teenager Alexander Persinger has one goal in mind… to be a household name in UFC like Conor McGregor. He’s on the way to do just that, after winning a world championship earlier this month. News 12’s Angela Moryan found out the secret to his success. Said Persinger: “I said, ‘I’m going to whip this kid,’ and I went up,…
Potential Excites Ringgold Tigers
Ringgold posted a .500 record last year, but the Tigers believe they can be much more than a middle of the pack team this fall. Ringgold enjoys the 30-in-30 spotlight. Nothing gives a coach confidence like returning 22 seniors, who are hungry for success. Said head coach Robert Akins:”Because of the way they have worked in the weight room and…
City of Chattanooga closes all Community Centers after summer camp ends Friday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There were 122 new cases of COVID-19 today in Hamilton County. Monday, Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly closed two more Community Centers for cleaning because of confirmed COVID-19 Cases. Today, the city made an announcement that all Chattanooga Community Centers will remain closed after summer camps are complete on Friday. Chattanooga’s director of community health, Dr. Mary Lambert…
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Reopens After Near Tornado Destruction
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A local residential home for seniors with Alzheimer’s took a devastating hit by a tornado in April of 2020. This week they are back open, and better than ever. “As you look back at Easter night in 2020 when the devastating tornado hit Chattanooga, Morning Pointe Senior Living and The Lantern took direct hits. By the grace…
Erlanger officials step up and donate blood
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Currently we are in the middle of a nationwide blood shortage. So, Erlanger Officials are stepping up by donating blood. Officials say the Pandemic and summer are to blame for less people coming in to donate. Blood assurance is the sole supplier for our area hospitals and is in desperate need of blood donors. “With us having LifeForce…
How to save money on your energy bill during the summer heat
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – With the Summer Sun beating down on Chattanooga, boy has it been hot. Even though you may want to run inside and crank up that AC, Experts say DON’T. “Starting Wednesday temperatures and heat indices are going to continue to rise. It can feel like 103 degrees tomorrow but by Friday it could feel like 105. Please…
Habitat for Humanity has its first EPB Zero Energy home
A new type of home is helping families in need save on energy costs thanks to a new effort between the Habitat for Humanity, EPB and green|spaces Chattanooga.
Southeast Whitfield Fighting For More Wins
Southeast Whitfield elected not to play in a region last fall. They’ll do the same again this season as the Raiders search to be more competitive. Southeast gets the 30-in-30 preview. Even though Southeast Whitfield snapped a 17 game losing streak last year, they still only won one game. Said quarterback Brayden Miles:”We’re motivated to win more. Not just one…
East Hamilton Guard Darwin Randolph Signs Division One Scholarship to Campbell
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) East Hamilton guard Darwin Randolph signed a division one scholarship on Monday as he’s headed to Campbell University in North Carolina. Randolph was the glue for the Hurricanes last year averaging 18 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists a game. He’d love to produce those numbers for the Campbell Camels. Said Randolph:”Honestly this was my dream since I was…
Chattanooga Mocs Picked to Win the SoCon Title
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA—The Chattanooga Mocs are 7-time Southern Conference Champs. The league coaches and media association agree that an eighth is on the horizon though the local ball coach proceeds with caution. “Last time I checked,” Coach Rusty Wright started. “They don’t give out trophies in July. We are excited about this team. It has the potential to be special, but…
NWS adds damage threat and simplifies flood watch notifications
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The National Weather Service is making some changes to their notifications. Starting August 2nd, The National Weather Service will be simplifying their notifications. So for instance, instead of hearing flash flood watch or floor watch, it will just be a flood watch. Instead of an urban and small stream flood advisory, it will just be a flood…
GA COVID-19 cases continue to increase as vaccination rates lag behind
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- According to the Hamilton County Health Department, it is seeing its highest number of COVID cases since March. Infectious disease director Sherry Gregory said North Georgia is seeing a similar uptick. “Just through the sheer number of changes that we have seen in our long-term care facility definitely indicates how well the vaccine is working,” said Gregory….
UTC financial aid post pandemic
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga students who have been negatively impacted by the pandemic will receive aid from the school. UTC is providing financial aid this fall to students in need. Assistant Dean of Students Brett Fuchs said the university has $13 million from the CARES act set aside for financial aid for the fall of 2021…
Tax-Free Sales of Gun Safes and Gun Safety Equipment Begins This Month
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – July 30th through August 1st is the annual tax-free weekend on school supplies in Tennessee. But for the first time ever, there will be no tax on gun safes and gun safety equipment. Governor Bill Lee signed the law into effect that begins in July and lasts an entire year. “It promotes gun safety, especially with kids…
What’s Right With Our Schools: Chattanooga Christian School’s Missions Club
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Chattanooga Christian School is on a Mission. Melania Ray teaches Life Science at CCS. She says, “The program is called Missions Club, and our main purpose is to encourage and build up the student body and the faculty at CCS, specifically the Middle School, but we also appreciate the opportunities to go outside the school and…
Hamilton County Schools and City of Chattanooga unveil Community Forward School Program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – First time since the 1997 merger the city of Chattanooga will be investing in Hamilton County Schools. It’s all part of a new program called the Community Forward School Initiative. This plan will increase success by investing in students and their families. “Community Forward is going to help us ensure that students and families thrive by design,”…
Future Plans For Reflection Riding
One of Chattanooga’s more popular “outdoor venues” is making a push for the future. Reflection Riding merged with the Chattanooga Nature Center back in 2017. And now, Reflection Riding has a new plan. With an eye towards our generations to come. The facility is a 300 acre open air nature center in Lookout Valley. It’s a place to have fun….
TECH BYTE: Turn Your Phone Into A Walkie-Talkie
Walkie-talkies aren’t just for kids.
Lady Red Wolves bring back second straight conference championship
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Lady Red Wolves went into last weekend’s conference title match as underdogs, and came out as champions. Back-to-back titles for the She Wolves, and they’re still celebrating. The ladies showed off their trophy and signed autographs for fans during Saturday’s men’s match at CHI Memorial Stadium. The She Wolves won seven games, lost…
Murray County plans for two quarterbacks to cure losing streak
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — The Murray County Indians have been searching for success for five years. This year, they might have found the magic formula, with *two* experienced quarterbacks preparing to play. “We all just want to win, and Murray hasn’t done that in a long time,” quarterback Tyson Leonard said. Murray County has been overshadowed and overlooked for…
Barons blast Lookouts again, 11-6
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Birmingham Barons take five wins from the six game series down I-59 home, after blasting through the Chattanooga Lookouts Sunday afternoon. Connor Curlis allowed six earned runs, which set the Barons up for an 11-6 win. Categories: Sports, Sports – Baseball, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Birmingham Barons, Chattanooga Lookouts
Chattanooga Trans Liberation Collective hosts rally in Coolidge Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Trans Liberation Collective hosted a rally aiming to fight laws recently passed by Tennessee. Their desire is to make Chattanooga and all of Tennessee a safe space in which transgender persons can be themselves without fear or limitation. “We’re fighting for our lives often. These laws make us actually really unsafe,” says Evelina Kertay, Co-Chair…
