Heritage Knocks Off Dade Co in Ridgeland Tournament
Rossville, GA-(WDEF-TV) Heritage defeated Dade Co 48-21 in the Ridgeland Thanksgiving Tournament. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Baylor Beats Dalton 74-42
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Dalton coach Jonathan Adams did not enjoy a happy homecoming at Baylor’s Duke Arena on Tuesday. The former Red Raiders standout saw his Catamounts team fall to Baylor 74-42. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Workers say kindness is the secret ingredient to enjoying the holiday rush
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Thanksgiving is just two days away, and while many families will gather around the table, some seats will be empty. News 12 spoke with the staff at a local Ruth’s Chris Steak House, who say they’re especially thankful for the guests who bring extra kindness to the table. Tiffany Reid, the restaurant’s Sales Manager, says her…
Family relieved following conviction in Walker County cold case
DJ Fickey with one of his children before his murder in 2016. (Courtesy: Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit) WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF)- Last week, a Walker County man was convicted in a 2016 murder that went unsolved for several years. A roadside memorial for DJ Fickey sits on the side of Highway 193 in Walker County, near where he was murdered…
Food City Celebrity Baggers Raise Money for the United Way
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) – Shoppers at the Food City on Ocoee Crossing in Cleveland might have noticed a few familiar faces in the checkout line today (11/25/25) Celebrity baggers were back to raise money for the United Way. Folks from Lee University, Whirlpool, and even News 12 helped folks bag up their groceries. Any tips they earned go straight to…
Golden Apple Award: Kathlina Alford, Hixson High School
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Kathlina Alford spends every school day making sure that students at Hixson High School get all the support they need to succeed. From her Biology classroom to the lunchroom students know they can always turn to her for help. That kind of dedication earned Ms. Alford this week’s Golden Apple Award. “Wow. I mean, she goes…
Gratefull Dalton Brings Community Together
DALTON, GA. (WDEF) – The annual Gratefull Dalton celebration brought the community together today in downtown Dalton for a Thanksgiving meal focused on fellowship and generosity. Organizers offered a free hot meal to anyone who attended, ensuring that every person, regardless of age, background, or circumstance, could sit down and enjoy a full Thanksgiving style plate. Attendees also donated food…
Lifestyle curator brings festive DIY ideas to the Thanksgiving table
News 12 This Morning: Rachel Leonard Kennedy joins News 12’s Amelia Greer with some helpful tips and tricks to elevate your Thanksgiving festivities. From DIY Charcuterie Wine glass toppers to ‘BEARY Thankful’ DIY candles, Rachel brings your hosting dreams to life! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The season of giving is upon us, and with that comes an influx of holiday…
Signal Mountain Defeats Coahulla Creek in Ridgeland Tournament
Rossville, GA-(WDEF-TV) At the Ridgeland Thanksgiving basketball tournament on Monday, Signal Mountain built a seven point halftime lead over Coahulla Creek on their way to a 59-43 win over the Colts. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Lee Company delivers donations to Chattanooga Area Food Bank
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Last Friday, News 12 and Lee Company came together to fight hunger through a community food drive. This morning, News 12 visited the Chattanooga Area Food Bank as Lee Company dropped off all of the nonperishable items that had been collected. Their hope is that every family in the region will have a warm and enjoyable…
Extreme social media forecasts cause concern for emergency managers, meteorologists
FORT PAYNE, Ala. (WDEF)- As the holiday travel season ramps up, you may have begun seeing forecasts for snow on your social media feeds. However, just because someone says that the biggest storm in years is coming, doesn’t make it reality. Marla Jones, the Public Information Officer for DeKalb County EMA, said that last week, “I had a friend call…
Coolidge Park Gets Tourism Boost
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – City and state leaders gathered at Coolidge Park on Monday as the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development presented a $90,000 Tourism Enhancement Grant to the City of Chattanooga. The grant is part of a statewide effort that awarded more than $2 million to 30 communities to strengthen local tourism assets and increase economic impact. Chattanooga will…
What’s Right With Our Schools: Hunter Crochet Club
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — There is a certain satisfaction that comes from creating something with your hands. The Hunter Middle School Crochet Club makes everything from oven mitts to afghans one stitch at a time. And that is a crafty example of “What’s Right With Our Schools.” “Why a crochet club?” David Moore, Chief photographer asked. “I have had a crochet…
Holiday fun in the Smoky Mountains with Dollywood
Ellen Liston is back and joins News 12’s Chip Chapman as Dollywood celebrates the holiday season! PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WDEF) – There’s always fun things to do at Dollywood, especially at the end of their season which the holiday spirit is in full swing! This winter season, Dollywood is all decked out for the holidays with bright lights, great holiday…
Town Hall brings out concerns over Northgate redevelopment
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) – Councilman Jeff Davis of District 3 hosted a town hall meeting Sunday at the North River Civic Center, giving Hixson neighbors a chance to voice their concerns and hopes for the future of the Northgate redevelopment project. News 12 attended the meeting, where residents spoke openly about what they want and don’t want included in the…
Last Chattanooga Holiday Market of the season
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The First Horizon Pavilion hosted the final Chattanooga Holiday Market of the season this weekend. Local vendors offered handmade crafts, gifts, jellies, jams and many other unique items at their tables. As happens every week, a wide variety of festive foods were available for families and friends to enjoy. Mix It Up, the Chattanooga Market’s beverage…
Police respond to weapon incident inside Hamilton Place Mall
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – This evening, a frightening incident took place at Hamilton Place Mall, sending crowds of people running out of the building. Kristy Cranford says she was upstairs leaving Belk when chaos suddenly erupted. “I was leaving Belk upstairs and walking to Dicks, as a matter of fact, and suddenly, a huge herd of people started running towards…
Thanksgiving Turkey Drive hosted by Nooga Strong Construction
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Nooga Strong Construction and Courtney Christmas Trees came together this Saturday to host their inaugural Thanksgiving Turkey Drive. Their goal is to build hope and provide meals for as many local families as possible. During the event, community members dropped off turkeys and non-perishable food items. Justin Wolfe, the owner of Nooga Strong Construction, said his…
Olive Rustica brings old-world flavors to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – There’s a gourmet shop on 1700th Broadway Street that’s bringing a taste of Europe right here to Chattanooga. The owner, Audrey Hart, describes it as an authentic old-world market, the kind you might find tucked away overseas, filled with premium extra-virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, fused oils, hand-selected pastas, sauces, and gifts. She says everything…
Gordon Lee Advances With 17-12 Win Over Elbert Co
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Gordon Lee football team is advancing to the third round of the Georgia state playoffs after picking up a hard-fought 17-12 win over Elbert Co. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Alcoa Defeats Red Bank 38-13
Red Bank, TN-(WDEF-TV) Red Bank could not stop the mighty Alcoa program in the state quarterfinals. The Tornadoes won 38-13 to continue their quest for their 11th consecutive state championship. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Tyner Moves on to State Semifinals With 34-20 Win Over Giles Co
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Tyner Rams are headed to the state semifinals. Tyner defeated Giles Co 34-20 to stay in the hunt for the gold ball. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Coalfield Ends Sale Creek’s Fantastic Season
Sale Creek, TN-(WDEF-TV) The best football season in Sale Creek history came to an end on Friday night, as the Panthers fell 40-7 to Coalfield in the state quarterfinals. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Battle Ground Academy Rolls Past Boyd Buchanan 49-3
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Battle Ground Academy built a 28-3 halftime lead over Boyd Buchanan on their way to a 49-3 victory. With the win, BGA advances to the state championship game. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News