City Council Approves Major Development to Transform Chattanooga Waterfront
There are big plans for the Alstom plant site along the River downtown. A Canal… a “Cathedral” like music venue… the canal will go through the Cathedral. Here is the update.
Howard Improves to 6-0 With District Win Over McMinn Co
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Howard improved to 6-0 on the year after beating McMinn Co 79-70 on Tuesday at Howard. With 2:45 to go in the game, the Cherokees Monroe Tucker hit a three to cut Howard’s lead down to five. Moments later McMinn Co got a technical foul. Norman Freeman went to the line and sunk four straight free throws for the…
Notre Dame Girls Down Rival Boyd Buchanan 51-38
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) In high school district basketball action on Tuesday, Notre Dame beat cross town rival Boyd Buchanan 51-38. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Boyd Buchanan, High School Basketball, Notre Dame High School
Chattanooga Women’s Basketball Coaching Staff Becomes Family Affair
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga women’s basketball team has become a family affair. This summer, head coach Katie Burrows brought her older sister Kristen onto her coaching staff. News 12’s Angela Moryan tells us how the sisters work together. Angie: What is it like coaching under your little sister? Said assistant coach Kristen Clounch: “It’s… interesting.” Chattanooga women’s head basketball coach Katie…
Ridgeland Names Craig Pritchett New Head Football Coach
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…
Chattanooga ties its 10-year high with shootings in a calendar year
The 164 shootings in the city equals the high set in 2016
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…
Golden Apple Award: Amy Bufkin, Silverdale Baptist Academy
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…
Mom To Mom – Yarn and Stick Christmas Tree
Make a Christmas craft for the kids out of yarn and sticks they can grab from the backyard.
Lee Sweeps Valdosta St on the Hardwood
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 Justin Gainey Coaching Against His Son at USC Upstate
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…
Belmont Guard and Cleveland Native Jacobi Wood Ready to Face the Mocs
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…
What’s Right With Our Schools: Dalewood Middle and Bridge Chattanooga
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,…
More To The Story: Shufords Reopening
Restaurant was closed down after Signal Mtn Boulevard mudslide
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….
Advocates Rally for Tougher Laws in Marion County Following Dog Shooting
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…
Living Well with Troy – The Color Food System
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.
Local Aid for Storm & Tornado Damage in Tennessee
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 Police Department Starting ‘Take Me Home’ Program
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…
West Star Aviation expanding aircraft services at Chattanooga Metro Airport
Expansion promises 100 more jobs
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…
TECH BYTE: Tech Christmas Gift Ideas
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 cruises to 104-55 win over Tennessee Wesleyan
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…
Walker County K-9 of the Year
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…
Mistletoe Market at the Collegedale Commons
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…
Urgent blood donation needs
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…
Perry’s Promise
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…