Firefighter Expectations Under Kelly Administration
Their current salaries have been frozen by the Berke administration due to the covid pandemic, according to the Chattanooga Firefighter Association.
People missing covid vaccinate second dose appointments
(WDEF)- A growing number of Americans have missed their scheduled second dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As most people are aware the vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna require two doses — administered three and four weeks apart to reach full efficacy. “You don’t have adequate coverage with one dose. To…
Tennessee PTA memberships drop drastically as a result of the Pandemic
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) – The Parent Teacher Association has seen a dramatic decline in memberships throughout the state of Tennessee as a result to the pandemic. With most schools staying virtual throughout the year, PTA memberships have declined by nearly 50%. “We are an association made up of members and if we don’t have members we don’t have the ability…
Grayson’s Ladder Hosts ‘Golf Fore Grayson’ Event at The Ooltewah Club
Many gathered in Ooltewah this morning to help raise funds in the fight against Alexander’s disease. The first annual ‘Golf Fore Grayson’ event took place at The Ooltewah Club today. The money raised will go to help Grayson Ledbetter and other patients and families who are fighting this form of leukodystrophy. Alexander’s disease is a rare regressive brain disease….Grayson is…
TECH BYTE: A Look at Apple’s New Vibrant Products
Let’s get a look at Apple’s new colorful computers.
Detroit City Beats CFC 3-0 in Legends Cup Finals
(NISA) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (April 25, 2021) – Detroit City FC earned the NISA Legends Cup championship here topping Chattanooga FC 3-0 before a reduced capacity crowd. As the 2020 fall champion, Detroit City already is in the 2020-2021 NISA championship match on July 3. By earning a place in tonight’s Legends Cup final, Chattanooga had already booked a spot in…
Chattanooga Market opens for the first time this season
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Market has officially opened for the first time of this season. The market kicked off their season with a two day event and customers were loving it. Last summer the market had a very limited number of vendors and business was slow. This weekend the market allowed 130 vendors. Business owners tell news 12 they…
Glass Street Gateway Initiative Unveiled
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – After years of planning, the Glass House Gateway Initiative is complete! This revitalization project was a community effort to revamp the neighborhood in East Chattanooga better known as Glass Street. “We’re celebrating all the good things that are happening in East Chattanooga. Unfortunately we get a bad rep over here but there are some really incredible…
Dalton Police searching for fatal shooting suspect
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)-Dalton police are asking for the public’s help with identifying the suspect of a fatal shooting that happened early Sunday morning. The shooting happened outside of the Oyster Pub on Market Street. Dalton police say that there was a fight inside of the bar and it led to an argument outside in the parking lot. That’s when shots…
Man shot after a fight
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A 24-year-old man was shot early Sunday morning after he was in a fight. CPD says that they responded to a shots fired call around 2:00 a.m. in the 100 block of Honest Street. They were unable to find anyone involved on the scene. The victim arrived at the hospital in a personal vehicle with a non…
Rabbit Valley Farmer’s Market has successful opening day
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- It’s officially market season and the Rabbit Valley Market got a great start to things today in Ringgold. Patrons came out in the rain to check out local vendors at the new Saturday market on Depot Street. The market is managed by a local farm owner who says that they plan on having many events at the…
Catoosa County Health Incident Trailer
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- Catoosa County got to use their brand new Health Incident Trailer for a good cause. Catoosa County Government and Emergency Management Agency offered no-appointment walk-up COVID-19 vaccines today at Mt. Peria Baptist Church. The health incident trailer will be available for multiple types of emergency situations. Officials say that the unit provides sanitary workspace and uses infrared…
Drug Take Back working to combat Overdoses and Drug Abuse
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Over the last year drug overdoses have risen significantly not only in Hamilton County but also state wide. In order to help combat drug usage the Hamilton County Drug Coalition and Tennessee American water hosted their Bi-Annual National Drug Take Back event Saturday morning. The event provides residents the opportunity to rid their homes of potentially dangerous…
Drive Thru Vaccine Event hosted at The Howard School
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Getting vaccinated has never been easier. On Saturday, CHI Memorial and Get Vaccinated Chattanooga hosted a free drive thru event for anyone over the age of 18. The event was held at The Howard School from 9am until 2pm. Residents who wished to receive their dose of the Covid-19 vaccine were able to drive up without an…
Waldens Ridge firefighters host event to work with community members who are special needs
WALDENS RIDGE, Tenn (WDEF) – April is Autism Awareness Month and Waldens Ridge Emergency Services are working hard to bridge the gap between people with special needs and first responders. On Saturday, community members with special needs were encouraged to come down to the fire station to meet their local firefighters. This event is meant to not only help residents with…
Holly Hills residents concerned about possible development
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some residents in East Brainerd are concerned after they found out that a developer, who wants to add to the Holly Hills neighborhood, is facing fines from the state of Tennessee. A little over a year ago, Holly Hills was one of the most damaged areas in the East Brainerd area after the Easter Sunday tornadoes. Now,…
Chattanooga Firefighters Battle Hixson Apartment Fire
A fire heavily damages a Hixson Apartment complex. Everybody made it out okay, but four units are in bad shape. Chattanooga Firefighters were called to Brighton Lane around 6:25 this evening. The flames could be seen from miles away. Several people were at home when the fire started. One resident started knocking on doors, telling everyone to get out. Firefighters…
Chattanooga Market returns and Rabbit Valley market debuts on Saturday
We’ve got some great news for you about Farmers Markets returning this spring. We’ve got the big one coming back this weekend.. plus a brand new market to tell you about. But first, a shoutout to the markets already up and running for the season. The Pikeville market is back along with the one in Mentone, Alabama. And the Ooltewah…
Gabby Johnson is set to make history at Ole Miss as a football manager
But is she ready for Lane Kiffin?
Baylor’s Syd Berzon is one of the best softall prospects in the country
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Baylor pitcher Syd Berzon is being touted as one of the best softball prospects in the entire country — and she already has a no-hitter on her 20-21 resume. News 12’s Angela Moryan tells us why she’s one of the best pitchers in Baylor history. Kelli Smith: “Syd can really just take over and absolutely dominate.” Only…
534 Tennesseans test positive for COVID after being vaccinated
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tennessee Health Department has reported that 534 Tennesseans have contracted COVID-19 after being fully vaccinated, something that the state refers to as breakthrough cases. 54 of those cases are individuals who reside in Hamilton County. But medical professionals are saying this is not a reason to doubt the vaccine’s effectiveness, as no vaccine is 100…
High prices due to lumber shortage putting pressure on lumber companies
(WDEF)- The covid-19 pandemic caused shortages in toilet paper, cleaning supplies, and now lumber. This time last year a simple 2 x 4 would’ve been thought of as nothing special and just cost you a little over three dollars. Now it’s thought of as the Holy Grail and will cost you over seven. Lumber prices have roughly tripled overall in…
Chemical Spill forces residents to stay indoors
Residents in Monteagle were ordered to shelter in place after a chemical spill.