Ridgeland has turned to one of their own to be their new head football coach. The job goes to former Panthers player and assistant Craig Pritchett. Pritchett returns to his alma mater after turning around the program at Brevard high school in North Carolina. When Pritchett went to Brevard in 20 15, he slept on an air mattress in the…
The amount of gun violence in Chattanooga in 2021 is staggering. Shootings have increased in number every year since 2018. The possibility of more shootings increases with each passing day, and we still have a couple weeks left this year! The number of the day is 164. That’s the number of shootings Chattanooga has seen in calendar year 2021. It…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Amy Bufkin teaches Economics and History at Silverdale Baptist Academy, but dollars and cents and past events are only a small part of her commitment to her students. Bufkin is also a Student Council Sponsor and she seldom misses a ballgame. Taylor Hasty is the Principal at Silverdale. Hasty says, “The best thing about her is…
Make a Christmas craft for the kids out of yarn and sticks they can grab from the backyard.
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Lee men’s and women’s basketball teams both picked up Gulf South Conference wins on Monday as they defeated Valdosta State. The Lady Flames won 56-45, while the Lee men enjoyed an 87-64 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, college basketball, Lee University, Valdosta
Vols assistant basketball coach Justin Gainey will coach against his son Tuesday. Tennessee hosts USC Upstate, and they feature Justin’s son, Jordan, who is just a freshman. Said Gainey:”Man emotions are all over the place. I don’t know what to expect. I don’t know what it well feel like. I know he’s a lot more calm and and a lot…
When the Mocs face Belmont Wednesday in a mid-major showdown, they’ll have to contend with former Cleveland high stand-out Jacobi Wood. He’s in his second season with the Bruins, averaging almost six points a game. Wood says he’s ready to mix it up against the Chattanooga boys. Said Wood:”I know a lot of guys on the Chattanooga team. I’m excited…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Bridge Chattanooga works to help students develop the skills they need to lead happy, healthy and productive lives. One of the ways they do that is through an afternoon program where kids from Dalewood Middle spend some quality time at nearby First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Rashaad Williams is the Principal at Dalewood Middle School. He says,…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Jeff Davis knows barbeque. Better than most. As the owner of Shufords Smokehouse, since the mid-80’s, Jeff’s built his business into one of Chattanooga’s more well known eateries. But now, he’s looking forward to moving back home. Home, you say? Yes, to this place. On Signal Mountain Road. It’s been a lonely place for three years. Empty….
JASPER, TN (WDEF) – “It’s just very kamikaze over here. I feel like it’s the old Wild West sometimes,” says April Bowden who is the Director of Operations for Marion Animal Resource Connection. Jax is a Husky that was allegedly shot by a neighbor after wondering off his leash onto the neighbor’s property. “She was having a play day, letting…
Yellow, green, and red make up the color food system. Nutritional expert, Dr. Tracy Holmes, explains what the three colors signify in the system and how to use it to make sure you’re eating healthy.
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): So far, there have been nine confirmed tornadoes just in Tennessee. Salvation Army is there assisting with tornado relief. “It helps when people know that others are coming alongside to help them, that they’re not in this alone. That’s one step in helping them,” says Area Commander of Greater Chattanooga Salvation Army Major Mark Smith. Greater Chattanooga…
East Ridge, TN (WDEF): The East Ridge Police Department is adopting Chattanooga Police’s ‘Take Me Home’ Program. It’s a free program designed to help law enforcement in emergency situations with people with disabilities. Those individuals may be unable to speak or act unusual when around first responders. By enrolling in the program, the police department will have access to a…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – West Star Aviation is expanding their operations at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. The governor’s Office announced the $17 million investment that promises 100 new jobs on Monday. West Star is a full-service aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul company. After six years in Chattanooga, the company plans to retrofit one of its hangars with a new design studio and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — If you don’t have your Christmas shopping done yet, the clock is ticking. If you’re stuck on what to get your loved ones this year, don’t worry! We’ve got some tech ideas for you. Let’s go ahead and get the bad news out of the way. Don’t get your hopes up if you want to buy…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (UTC Athletics) — The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team featured four players in double digits and cruised its way to a 104-55 win over NAIA-member Tennessee Wesleyan inside McKenzie Arena on Sunday afternoon. Following the win, Chattanooga improves its mark to 9-1 ahead of Wednesday night’s showdown in Nashville against mid-major power Belmont. Tennessee Wesleyan remains at 10-2…
ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF)-Imagine getting to go to work every day with your best friend. Well, that’s what it’s like for Leonard Schrader with the Walker County Sheriff’s office. His K-9 and best friend Anzo was just awarded K-9 of the year in Georgia. The award comes allows the K-9 unit in Walker County to grow and it shows the love…
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF)- Nearly 200 vendors took over the Collegedale Commons Sunday to celebrate a family-friendly Christmas festival. Craft tents for adults, inflatables for kids, this family event has people coming throughout the day to enjoy the Mistletoe Market. Mr. and Mrs. Clause were also in attendance and anyone could get a free picture with them. The owner of Touch…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Some elective procedures are being put on hold due to the current blood donation shortage here in Tennessee and Georgia. East Lake Academy is trying to do its part for help with the blood shortage by hosting a Blood Assurance bus blood drive. Blood Assurance is in desperate need of all blood types particular O and one…
ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF)- Animals and their families got a special treat in Rossville Saturday. Perry’s Promise takes the pressure off of people in need during the holiday season. Seniors and People in need could get cat and dog food as well other treats and toys for their pets to help. “We started this nonprofit to help them with low-cost spay…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Tyner Rams rolled past rival Brainerd 64-47 on Friday night inside a hot, and packed Tyner gymnasium. Tyner led it 28-23 at halftime before pushing the lead to 15 at the end of the third quarter. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Brainerd High School, High School Basketball, Tyner Academy
Fort Oglethorpe, GA-(WDEF-TV) The LFO girls improved to 6-0 on the season beating rival Ringgold 44-22. The Lady Warriors were up 10-8 after the first quarter before they pulled away for the victory. Amazing turn around for LFO this season after going 0-19 last year. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, High School Basketball, Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe High…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Howard remained unbeaten on the season with a 45-44 district win over Cleveland. The Hustlin’ Tigers got a pair of free throws in the final seconds to secure the hard-fought victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Cleveland High School, High School Basketball, Howard School
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Boyd Buchanan girls welcomed rival Silverdale to Jett Gym on Friday. The Lady Bucs outlasted their cross-town rival 47-41. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Boyd Buchanan, High School Basketball, Silverdale Baptist Academy