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
Last year Dalton went 3-7. It was just their second losing season ever since 1959. Now the Catamounts hope a new head coach will get’em back on track. Dalton has the 30-in-30 spotlight. Kip Carpenter is the new man in charge at Dalton, but since he was a long time Catamounts assistant, it doesn’t feel like a changing of the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Dozens of parents came out to this evening’s Hamilton County School Board meeting regarding the recently announced mask mandate for students with an opt-out process. Interim superintendent Dr. Nakia Towns’ interim contract was confirmed and the next superintendent search process was discussed at Thursday’s Hamilton County School board meeting. However a majority of parents who turned out…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Police now say that the shooting last night in Bonny Oaks was a robbery attempt during a sales meet-up. It happened at a gas station parking lot at 6502 Bonny Oaks around 9:30. Police say the 19 year old female and the suspect had a pre-arranged meeting to buy, sell, or trade items. Investigators say the shooting…
POLICE UPDATE: “After reviewing video, it was determined the female who was injured was not struck by gunfire. She was injured while trying to leave the area.” ________ POLICE UPDATE: — 1 victim with non-life threatening injury — victim not thought to be the target of the shooting — two other people opened fire on each other ___________ CHATTANOOGA (WDEF)…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF): “The biggest thing for drivers is to be patient,” says Public Information Officer for CPD, Jeremy Eames. With school officially in session, AAA and Chattanooga Police Department want to remind drivers to be cautious and follow the law when driving in school zones and near school buses. “AAA did a survey recently and we found that over…
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss have reunited for another album more than a dozen years after their collaboration “Raising Sand” became a critical and commercial hit.
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Reigning softball state champs Gordon Lee looked in mid-season form in their 2021 season opener Wednesday against LaFayette. The Trojans scored four runs in the first inning and never looked back on their way to a 10-0 victory. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Gordon Lee High School, High School Softball, Lafayette High School, Softball
It seems seldom much changes at South Pittsburg. They’re always talented and a threat to win the Class A state title. But this season, the Pirates changed coaches with alum Chris Jones taking over the program. South Pitt gets the 30-in-30 spotlight. After coaching in both the Canadian Football League and the NFL, Chris Jones admits there was an adjustment…
It’s been said the only people that recognize offensive linemen are their quarterback and their mother. The big guys do the dirty work, but seldom get much attention. Maybe that’s why the Vols offensive linemen are eager to speak with the media about what lies ahead for UT’s new fast-paced offense. Said lineman Dayne Davis to the media:”All right. No…
As the housing market in Tennessee and North Georgia continue to boom other industries have seen similar expansion.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – All 73 Tennessee House Republicans are signaling support for a special session to limit the authority of local officials to make rules aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19. That would include mask mandates, which have been implemented by a handful of school districts. House Speaker Cameron Sexton sent a letter to Republican Gov. Bill Lee…