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…

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…

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….

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…

Ooltewah hopes new coach, experience create winning season

OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — After having three different head coaches in 2021, the Ooltewah Owls have finally settled on a familiar face to lead the flock. Former Owls quarterback Goose Manning takes over and tries to get winning back to exit 11. “Ooltewah’s where I’m supposed to be.” After a quick off-season stint with Tyner, Ooltewah’s former offensive coordinator Goose…

CFC wins Independent Cup, 5-0

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga FC already had the Independent Cup trophy locked with six points from the last two matches. Nonetheless, the Boys in Blue showed out in the final Independent Cup game Saturday, beating Soda City, 5-0. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: Chattanooga FC, Independent Cup, NISA, Soccer, Soda City FC

Red Wolves draw with Greenville

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Press Release) – The Red Wolves welcomed fellow USL League One frontrunners Greenville Triumph Saturday night in a matchup between two of the best sides in the league. The match started well for the Red Wolves in the first half when a brilliantly taken free kick from Jose Carrera-Garcia took a wicked deflection and landed in the back…

Erlanger Health Centers Back To School Bash

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- It’s almost back to school time again. Today, Erlanger Health Centers hosted a Back to School Bash for the community. Health screenings, giveaways and information on how to have a healthy school year were all available. Children and adults could participate in the screenings. Kellyann Woods, Erlanger Health Center’s Chief Operating Officer, says, “Even though COVID is…

Voting Rights Rally

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Unity Group of Chattanooga and the Poor People’s Campaign have teamed up to host a voter rights rally earlier this afternoon  The rally focused on getting more Chattanooga’s registered to vote and letting their voices be heard.  The event also focused one what the groups main goals are with this push for more voting rights :…

Medical Marijuana licenses awarded to 6 companies in Georgia

WALKER COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) – It’s a big day for Georgia’s medical marijuana program. On Saturday, the medical cannabis commission revealed the six companies that will be licensed to grow marijuana , convert it into cannabis oil and sell the finished product to eligible Georgia patients. Two years ago, the Georgia General Assembly passed House Bill 324, “Georgia’s Hope Act,” which…