Hooked On Science – Create a Colorful Disc Using a Coffee Filter
You might use a coffee filter while brewing a fresh pot of coffee. Not our “Science Guy,” Jason Lindsey, he shows us how to turn a coffee filter into a colorful creation.
Dalton State Golf Coach Ben Rickett Has Enjoyed Lots of Success Since Starting the Program
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton State did not have a golf team until 2013, and now, they already have an NAIA national championship. Head coach Ben Rickett has been there since day one to witness the Road Runners incredible journey on the lynx. Ben Rickett’s office can no longer hold all the awards from his Dalton State golf team. Something Rickett could…
Bradley warns of Irish Travellers scam in the county
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – Bradley County officials warn that the “Irish Travellers” group may be working in our area. The say the case of Tommy Sherlock should be a warning to others. They have charged the South Carolina man with scamming an elderly resident in the Hopewell area. They say he badgered the resident to get work done on their…
Drive thru event hosted for Retired Teachers
The Chattanooga Hamilton County Retired Teachers Association held a drive through event during the rain to help spread some cheer to our local area retired teachers.
Major Traffic Pattern Change coming to Market and Broad Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Starting Monday morning , drivers will notice a significant shift in the traffic pattern on Broad AND Market Street. The transition will be part of the I-24 project that proposes to open up the area surrounding the interstate. “This project is almost a $32 million project. it will open up that area of town for more development…
Wilcox Tunnel blocked by downed tree
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The storms took a toll on afternoon traffic around Chattanooga. The wind and soaked ground brought down a tree in front of the Wilcox Boulevard Tunnel on the east side of the ridge. Crews had to close the tunnel while they cut the tree up. Chattanooga Police also worked street flooding in several areas. Here are some…
Two people escape injury after tree fall on their house after heavy rain led to flash flooding
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- “With no bruises or stuff like that, I mean, I’m just glad to be alive,” said Robert Campbell who was in the house when the tree fell on it. Stephanie Black and Robert Campbell were just watching a movie when a large tree crashed into the roof of their house on North Orchard Knob Avenue. “All of…
Reflection Riding Celebrates New, Endangered Red Wolf Puppies
Two American Red Wolf puppies have made their first introduction at Reflection Riding.
Used car prices continue to increase
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Tennessee and Georgia Car shoppers looking for a deal will be hard-pressed to find one as Used car prices continue to surge. “The highly utilized truck with a lot of flexibility and the purely selfish, fun coupes and convertibles. Those are the two extremes that seem to have gone up in value the most,” said iSeeCars executives…
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announces run for another term
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has announced she is running for another full term as governor. The 76-year-old Republican made the announcement in a video message released by her campaign. She emphasized her administration’s investment in infrastructure, job creation, the state’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and its low unemployment rate. Ivey won her first full term…
JBS cyberattack sparks fears of meat price increases
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – First with gas, and now with food. With the cyberattack against major meat producer, JBS USA, suppliers are warning shoppers to brace themselves for an increase in prices. “With those plants that they have offline, by the time it goes through the distribution channel you’ll start feeling those effects in, say, seven to ten days,” says…
Local High School Graduate brings home world championship title in weightlifting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – A local Notre Dame graduate is getting international attention after an unbelievable powerhouse performance in a world competition. 18 year old Olivia Reeves just came back from the World Weightlifting Championships in Uzbekistan. Reeves got silver in the snatch and took home the gold in jerk and clean and got gold overall. Reeves has been training in…
Tips on how to have a safe and fun summer in the water
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Every year thousands of Tennesseans hit the water to cool off and have some summer fun. But in a blink of an eye that summer fun can quickly turn into a dangerous or deadly situation. “Tragically more children drown than any other kind of common accident for children deaths. Honestly seconds can mean a lifetime,” says Sherri…
Mocs Hire Former Brainerd and Tyner Coach Tyrus Ward as New Defensive Backs Coach
CHATTANOOGA—One Chattanooga guy departs, another takes his place. Former Baylor School Head Coach and two-time Chattanooga Mocs assistant David Bibee (BIGH-bee) retired. Alum and local high school coaching leader Tyrus Ward takes his place as defensive backs coach. Ward is most recently the head coach at Tyner Academy in Chattanooga. That came after a 4-year run (2017-20) rebuilding the program…
Mom To Mom – Putting Viral Hacks to the Test
Tired of crying whenever you cut up an onion? With this hack you won’t have to.
New program addresses truck driver shortage
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Freightwaves and Trans Force Group are teaming up to tackle the trucker shortage. According to the American Driver Association, the trucking industry is expected to be short by over 100 thousand drivers by the year 20-23. Excess turnover and and candidates with little experience are their top hiring difficulties. Transforce Group says their program allows employers to…
Chattanoogan woman speaks against Planned Parenthood to city council
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- A Chattanooga woman spoke out against plan parenthood to the Chattanooga city council Tuesday. Anne Rudd asked the city council to consider what it would mean to have a Planned Parenthood brought to Chattanooga. “So please I ask you to do your research and really ask yourself if Chattanooga needs the healthcare that Planned Parenthood says they…
Chattanooga National Cemetery looking for volunteers to help pick up flags
UPDATE, 6/2/21 – Due to the weather, flag pickup will begin on Friday, June 4, 8:30 am until complete. Flags are stored until the next year and if they are stored wet they will be mildewed. Volunteers can report to the cemetery office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. up until 4:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday of this week until…
Mocs Coach Rusty Wright Glad to See Dead Period End
The dead period is finally over for college recruiting, including the Chattanooga Mocs. When the pandemic started in March of 2020, the NCAA shut down all in-person recruiting. Well the ban was lifted on June 1st, so Mocs coach Rusty Wright and his staff were free to hit the recruiting trail and welcome recruits to campus. They’ll also be allowed…
Federal Trial Halted by Judge after attorney violates local rule
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – A federal trial regarding a civil lawsuit over a deadly i-75 crash from 2015, has been halted by a federal judge. The crash which killed 6 people was caused by Cool Runnings Express driver Benjamin Brewer. Brewer was under the influence at the time of the crash and has since been sentenced to 55 years. The civil…
TSSAA Director Bernard Childress Discusses Moving Football Title Games to Chattanooga
Chattanooga is the new home of the Tennessee high school football state championship games for the next two seasons. Back in March, the TSSAA awarded Chattanooga the bid over Cookeville, who has hosted the title games the last 12 years. At spring fling, News 12 caught up with TSSAA director Bernard Childress to discuss the football decision. Said Childress:”Coming to…
Downtown Hamilton County Jail closes
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tuesday marked the end of an era for the historic Hamilton County Jail. The downtown jail located on Market Street was first completed in 1976, and at 6am the final inmate was transferred from the facility. “We have actually been going through the transition now since about January. Getting the numbers down, transferring as many as…
Remembering Tulsa Race Massacre 100 years later
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Festival of Black Arts and Ideas gathered Monday to remember when the wealthiest U.S. Black community was burned to the ground 100 years ago. 100 years ago a white supremacist group raided, burned, and destroyed Greenwood, a Black-owned business district and residential neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As many as 300 African Americans were killed and thousands of…
Collegedale’s Veterans Park unveils new sculpture honoring women soldiers
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF) – The mission of the Collegedale’s Veterans Park is to honor all veterans who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Now a life-size bronze sculpture of a female Army nurse has been added to the park. The statue is meant to honor all women who have served, are serving, or will serve. Veteran and nurse Rebecca Ford-Ringwood…