When the Vols baseball team left for Omaha last week, they weren’t planning on returning home so soon. But Tennessee was back on Rocky Top Wednesday after losing twice at the College World Series. Disappointing way to end the season for sure, but it was still a magical year for UT baseball. First trip to the College World Series in…
(lookouts.com) The Chattanooga Lookouts newest player, Graham Ashcraft, dazzled in the team’s 11-0 win. The righty spun six perfect innings in his debut, before giving up an infield hit to Ray-Patrick Didder in the top of the seventh inning. Between two levels, Ashrcraft has now thrown 33 consecutive scoreless innings dating back to May 30. He finished the game throwing…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- More than 70% of Americans age 30 or older have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine Despite that the US is likely to fall short of President Biden’s goal of 70 percent vaccinated by the 4th of July due to people under 30 lagging behind. “I think that age group they might just feel…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Bureau of Alcohol , Tobacco , Firearms and Explosives are teaming up with the Chattanooga Police Department to offer a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the person responsible for breaking into a Big Bucks pawn shop and stealing dozens of handguns. “It was about 2:30 on Monday morning the 21st of…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Local Goat in Ooltewah is voluntarily shutdown until Friday, after the Hamilton County Health Department found that seven employees tested positive for COVID. Now they’re saying that others were potentially exposed during a two week period from June 7th through the 22nd. Dr. Jay Sizemore with Erlanger says this sends a clear sign that, as…
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OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Health Department is warning the public of a potential COVID-19 exposure in Ooltewah. Case investigators say seven employees have tested positive at the Local Goat restaurant from June 7-22. “It is recommended that employees or patrons who visited the restaurant during the month of June monitor themselves for symptoms and be tested immediately…
(lookouts.com) The Chattanooga Lookouts jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first inning but surrendered five unanswered runs in the 5-2 loss. Jose Barrero ignited the Lookouts offense in the first inning by drawing a lead-off walk and stealing second base. Cedrola then smacked an RBI double and was driven in by Koloszvary to make it 2-0. Starting pitcher…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) – A major manufacture expansion in Chattanooga will create nearly 300 new jobs. “Those are jobs that are created that then have the potential to impact the rest of the site,” said VP of Economic Development Charles Wood Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe, and NOVONIX officials announced Tuesday that the…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Less than two years since hanging up his Bryan College jersey, Chattanooga-native Jonathan Ricketts is making a splash as a starter for the Chattanooga Red Wolves. News 12’s Angela Moryan caught up with him just a few days after scoring his first professional goal last week. Said head coach Jimmy Obleda: “Ricketts is kind of the epitome of what…
International shipping backlog means a lot of fireworks will spend the Fourth of July on ships
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A truck load of food and supplies for the homeless were given out to the North Georgia community today. An anonymous donor provided food and hygienic supplies. Perry’s Promise also assisted with this delivery of goods. Georgia State representative Mike Cameron was there to help deliver the much – needed supplies. “You know it’s one thing to tell people God…
Maclellan island has some exciting new improvements coming this summer. Maclellan Island is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts being in the middle of the Tennessee River. “It’s kind of a destination especially in the spring and summer on the weekends. It’s well used by the paddling community,” says Darlene Carlson, Executive Director for Chattanooga Audubon Society. Improvements will come…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga (WDEF) – Currently Residents in the North Georgia area have to drive 30 minutes to find the nearest fully functioning hospital. But That long drive is coming to an end, as CHI Memorial announced that they will begin construction on a new hospital placed right in the heart of Catoosa County. “We are so thankful to be advancing…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Waving flags at soccer matches is a long-standing tradition, but the CFC brought out a new flag this season that’s so big, you can’t wave it in the stands. Topher Kersting got the honor of waving the beast, which is so huge, Kersting has to train his body in order to wave it. Be careful if you get near…
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF)- “They’re not as good as they used to be. The golden egg is broken,” said Junior. Lumber such as 2x4s were viewed almost as gold over the last several months but it’s changing. “We were paying $1800 for a 1000 3 to 4 weeks ago. $1000 a 1000 now that’s down 60% 70%,” said Junior. Builders have…
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) -The Tiger Guard Drill team continues to fill the trophy case at Ringgold High. The team overcame unprecedented challenges this year and made some History along the way. Sgt. 1st Class Larry Sisemore says, ” (It’s been a) Very difficult school year and stuff where the drill, we have dealt with kids in quarantine. We have…
Three shootings occurred over the weekend in Hamilton County and Chattanooga. This comes after Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly announced a public health crisis over gun violence earlier this month. “What is the root issue, where did this come from? Is it revenge, are you acting out because of a perceived slight from somebody that put towards you? Until you resolve…
MARION COUNTY, TN (WDEF) – It’s a somber day in Marion County, Tn as the community is still taking in the news about the death of long time resident Cody Fox and his 9 month old daughter, Ariana. Several community members all saY the same thing about Cody-he had an infectious smile. 29 year old Cody Fox and his young daughter…
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga police are investigating two shootings that happened late Sunday night. The first one happened around 10:20 p.m. on North Kelly Street. Police say that one man was shot is suffering from non-life threatening injuries. Man shot near North Kelly Street Sunday The second shooting happened on North Germantown Road just before 11 p.m. A man was…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Press release) – The Red Wolves returned to CHI Memorial on Sunday night following a two game road trip that ended with three points in Tucson. Opposition North Carolina FC came into the match looking for inspiration after a woeful start to the campaign that saw John Bradford’s side secure one point in their first six games. On…
HAWKINS CO., Tenn. (WDEF)- According to the T.B.I, nearly seventy agencies from across Tennessee and several other states have joined together to find Summer Wells. The agency tweeted this evening that Chattanooga Hamilton County Rescue teams are assisting in the search as well. These are just a few of the agencies that have assisted in the search for Summer…