CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Seeing family at the airport is a typical Thanksgiving tradition, but this was no typical meeting. 62-year-old Scott Cantrell, a father and grandfather from Cleveland, TN, saw for the first time in person his lifesaving blood stem cell donor Tobias Schnurr at the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. “I love this guy. ‘I love you too’ my donor. Without…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) LFO closed out the CCS Thanksgiving tournament on Wednesday with a 67-50 victory over Boyd Buchanan. Jamichael Davis was nearly unstoppable for the Warriors pouring in 39-points. Davis and teammate Brent Bowman proved to be a tough one-two punch as Bowman finished with 20 points. Ryan Lopex paced the Bucs with 11 points. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News…
South Pittsburg, TN-(WDEF-TV) Injuries, COVID , and a head coaching departure did not appear to slow down South Pittsburg this season. Despite all of that adversity, the Pirates are still in the hunt for the Class A state title. They meet Cloudland Friday in the semifinal round. For awhile it looked like the Pirates season would blow up. South Pitt…
One of the most festive sights of the season is set to return to Chattanooga. EPB’S Holiday Windows will be on display starting Thanksgiving and run through the beginning of the new year.
The Union Gospel Mission hosted their annual Thanksgiving with the homeless event Wednesday.
The Grateful Gobbler returns as an in-person event this year. Thousands of people will gather in downtown Chattanooga Thanksgiving morning.
A black male walked into Southern Heritage Bank, in Cleveland, brandished a weapon, and demanded U.S. currency from the bank teller.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Holidays are here and while this is a time to celebrate with loved ones…it can be pretty stressful not only on you but also on your wallet. “It is the season for giving. Just don’t give so much that you end up in a much worse situation later,” says John Vandergriff, Blue Ridge Wealth Planners. Most…
Much like a gingerbread house for Christmas, this is a decoration for Thanksgiving. Here’s how to make a Thanksgiving Apple Turkey.
From living in poverty to now running his own store, a local Walmart manager shares his story of growing up poor and benefiting from the Salvation Army.
(gomocs.com) mocsCHATTANOOGA—The Chattanooga Mocs figured prominently in the Southern Conference honors in both the coaches and media voting. Two of the major awards went to defensive lineman Devonnsha Maxwell and offensive lineman Cole Strange. Maxwell, named a finalist for the Buck Buchanan Award Monday, is the Defensive Player of the Year according to the coaches around the league, while Cole…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans have waived 2012 NFL MVP Adrian Peterson after three games in a flurry of roster moves Tuesday. The Titans signed running back Dontrell Hilliard from the practice squad to replace Peterson. They also signed defensive back Buster Skrine and brought back outside linebacker john Simon. They also placed defensive back Chris Jackson (foot)…
To snow or not to snow, Patrick reveals his Fearless Winter Weather Forecast and whether we can expect frigid temperatures and a winter wonderland.
The Yellow Jackets have impressed all year, but one player in particular is getting attention from the mighty SEC.
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA — In front of the largest crowd since 2009, the Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team raced its way to a dominating 100-39 win over Covenant College on Tuesday afternoon inside McKenzie Arena. 8,910 were on hand as part of Hamilton County Literacy Day. Following the victory, Chattanooga improves to 5-0 this season and extends its non-conference win streak…
As Covid restrictions continue to lift and consumer confidence builds, AAA says travel is seeing a 13% increase when compared to last year at this time.
Good teachers keep the lines of communication open with parents, just in case a student needs a little extra attention.
With the holiday season now here, many of us will be in the kitchen, cooking up a “feast” for the family.
Allergies happen all year round. ENT specialist Dr. Hoffman explains what allergies are and ways beyond over the counter drugs to treat it.
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA—Chattanooga Mocs defensive lineman Devonnsha Maxwell got some big news Monday afternoon. The junior from Valdosta, Ga., was named as a finalist for the Stats Perform FCS Buck Buchanan Award. The Buchanan Award for to the FCS Defensive Player of the Year. Maxwell had a record-setting season. He first tied the school mark for sacks in a game with…
Three years ago, LaKyshia and James Robinson with their baby were staring down homelessness. They found help at the Maclellan Shelter for Families.
Local folks had a chance to help out those in need Monday afternoon. Miller Park played host to the Cranberry Jam.
Novonix is a new facility that is putting roots down right here in Chattanooga. It is projected to pave the way in the industrial green economy.
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Chattanooga Prep is doing its part to make sure all its school families have a bountiful Thanksgiving. They’ve already handed out enough food to feed a multitude. Micah Reed is the Chief Operating Officer for Chattanooga Preparatory School. She explains, “Every year we do a Thanksgiving dinner, but of course the last couple years we haven’t…