CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – As a humanitarian disaster unfolds in Afghanistan following the Taliban takeover and sudden withdrawal of U.S troops, many veterans are reflecting on their service in the war torn country and whether history could be repeating itself as Afghanistan falls to a terrorist regime. “It’s going to end up being another Contra situation or just like Vietnam,” says…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – After a powerful 7.2 earthquake, the death toll in Haiti continues to climb and the country is left to pick up the pieces as they prepare for tropical depression Grace. The Children’s Nutrition Program of Haiti or (CNP), a Chattanooga-based non-profit, helps children and mothers of Haiti but due to the urgent need, they are now they…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Health Department reports 195 inpatients hospitalized with COVID-19 in Hamilton County hospitals. With the number of active cases and hospitalizations continuing to rise, hospitals across the state are seeing an influx of patients on both the pediatric side and the adult side, causing capacity issues. “The vast majority of pediatric hospitals are not Covid….
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – It’s a busy time of the year for parents and their kids, as another school year is cranking up. That means school supplies for the kids are in heavy demand. Here in Chattanooga, one local organization continues to help families get ready for the new year. The organization “Reach One, Teach One UCA” held its yearly…
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Water is a necessity and several groups around the Tennessee Valley want to make sure that the community takes care of our natural resources. The Water for Life event showcases all of the things that clean water can provide. The Kentucky Tennessee Water Professionals Conference is the largest annual water technical conference and exhibition in Kentucky and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The McCallie Blue Tornado blew into Cookeville the last two years, demolishing any competition that stood in the way of that gold ball trophy. This year, the back-to-back state champs enjoyed an uninterrupted off-season and look better than ever — if that’s even possible. Led by two Division I talents Eric Rivers and BJ Harris, McCallie…
EVENSVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)-Saturday was the last day for the Rhea County Fair. The fair lasted four days and had all types of activities. Last year officials cancelled the fair because of COVID-19. Residents say that this is a county event that they look forward to every year. Bradley Lowe says, “I mean, it means a lot to me. I mean I…
A new kind of mental health therapy is now here in the Tennessee Valley and it’s all about breaking things. News 12’s Joeli Poole has all the rage on this new activity.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Enjoy highlights from Saturday’s jamboree at Finley Stadium! Red Bank beat South Pittsburg, 14-10 South Pittsburg beat Bradley Central 7-6 Red Bank beat Walker Valley 3-0 East Hamilton beat Howard 13-0 Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Football, High School Football, Jamboree
CALHOUN, Ga. (WDEF) — A heartbreaking quarterfinals loss at home abruptly ended Calhoun’s season last year. Most of the Yellow Jackets star talent returns with unfinished business on the brain. “You think about it every single day,” senior lineman Kendrick Kirby. “Every time we come out here and practice, it’s something that burns you.” Coffee is keeping Calhoun up at…
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF)- The remains of Private Warren G.H. DeVault were laid to rest today in Rhea County. Devault was 24 years old when he went Missing In Action in Germany more than 70 years ago. Courtesy: DaVault Family Bill Davault, Private DeVault’s nephew says, “The emotions today, I’d have to say overwhelmed.” Private DeVault was killed in action on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – A local pet store is celebrating its 9th birthday here in the scenic city. Noogapaws is a natural pet market that offers natural pet foods for both dogs and cats. The event featured special deals and discounts, snowballs, and some free yummy treats for your four-legged friends. Nooga Paws says the pandemic has been challenging but they…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) -A multi-organization community health fair was set up on East 11th street to offer their services to our local homeless community. Organizations such as Cempa, choices network, planned parenthood, and the Chattanooga free store offered multiple services for free. The organizations offered free HIV testing, Covid vaccines, free food, free safe sex kits, and hygiene products. Organizers…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – At the corner of Gunbarrel road, hundreds gathered to protest against local and state officials that have recently implemented new coronavirus guidelines. “We are standing up for freedom. There are so many things such as government overreach. We are standing up for facts,” says Brad Barton, Protesting Citizen. From 10 am to noon hundreds of residents gathered…
2020 was a year to remember for Bledsoe County. First ever 10-0 regular season. Now the Warriors look to stay on top in 2021. Bledose County has the 30-in-30 spotlight. After the best season in school history, what can Bledsoe County do for an encore? Said head coach Dewayne Tabor:”We just want to try to work as hard as we…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Friday jamboree highlights from Finley Stadium. Ooltewah over Lookout Valley 13-0. McCallie over Tyner 14-0. Cleveland over Ooltewah 7-0. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Football, High School Football
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-The McNabb Center has been awarded $414,000 to aid the homeless in the greater Chattanooga area. The funds are coming from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency through an Emergency Solutions Grant thanks to a collaborative effort. “The McNabb center having specialties in mental health and substance abuse we were asked specifically to not only join with the current…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – “And it was bang bang bang bang bang and we ran in the back as fast as we could,” says an eye witness to Thursday’s shooting, Jessica Griffin. Jessica was working her normal shift at the Great American Cookie Thursday night at Hamilton Place when police say two groups of people began shooting at each other. “It…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) — Gordon Lee softball has won nine state championships in the last ten years — including its fifth straight last fall. The one constant through it all has been head coach Dana Mull. “I hate to lose,” Mull said. “I tell my girls, you have to hate to lose more than you like to win.” Thankfully, ,Mull…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – (WDEF) – One of the most well known non-profit organizations in the country that honors our veterans is “on the road” in Tennessee. “Wreaths Across America” made Hixson its first stop in the Volunteer State. It’s called a Mobile Education Exhibit. Think of it as a mobile museum. Hixson being the first of at least 10 stops…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- Catoosa County Schools started back on Monday and their Superintendent has made some temporary changes based off recent COVID-19 numbers. As of yesterday, Catoosa County Schools are requiring students to wear masks on buses and while they change classes in the hallway. Superintendent Reese says that while the changes are temporary, the county is trying to avoid…
Is there a hole in your hand? Our “Science Guy,” Jason Lindsey, says there is, he proves it with a toilet paper tube.
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) A big high school football jamboree kicked off at Finley Stadium on Thursday. Teams played 20 minute games with a running clock. Here’s highlights from a trio of games: Silverdale beat Signal Mountain 7-0 CCS beat Signal Mountain 27-0 Marion Co beat East Ridge 13-0 Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Football, High School Football