The Chattanooga community gathered today to honor all those who have served in the U.S. military during a special Veterans Day ceremony at the National Guard Armory. The ceremony began with the posting of colors by local American Legion posts, marking a powerful start to the tribute. Event Chairman Tommy Mitchell expressed his honor in…… MORE
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What’s Right With Our Schools: Hunter Middle School’s Adaptive P-E Program
OOLTEWAH, TN (WDEF) – Friday mornings are a magical time at Hunter Middle School. That’s when students of all abilities gather in the gym to take part in the adaptive P-E program. Everyone has a great time, and you can see why in tonight’s What’s Right With Our Schools. “Uh Friday mornings is our club…… MORE
Jacobs discusses future of Tennessee Republicans at Pachyderm Club
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs speaking with Hamilton County Republicans at this week’s Pachyderm Club meeting. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Republicans discussed what is next for the party after big election wins last week. Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs was the guest speaker at this week’s meeting. He came to prominence as the WWE…… MORE
UTC celebrates Veterans day with annual luncheon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- UTC and Special Guest, Dr. John Harbison paid homage to Local Veterans on Veterans Day. “Well, today is the Chancellor’s luncheon to honor the veterans. I am the guest speaker today. I served 22 years in the Army. I now work at UTC,” said John Harbison, Army Veteran. The Veterans Luncheon is…… MORE
Weather Update: Monday – November 11, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: A few clouds. Cooler. Lows: high 40’s to low 50’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Tuesday: Sunny, dry, warm. Highs: around 70. Winds: NE @ 5-10 MPH. Overnight: A few clouds. Cooler. Lows: high 40’s to low 50’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Wednesday: Mostly sunny.…… MORE
Weather Update: Tuesday – November 12, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: A few clouds. Cooler. Lows: high 40’s to low 50’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Tuesday: Sunny, dry, warm. Highs: around 70. Winds: NE @ 5-10 MPH. Overnight: A few clouds. Cooler. Lows: high 40’s to low 50’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Wednesday: Mostly sunny.…… MORE
Chattanooga firefighters respond to a trailer fire on Lee Highway
Trailer Fire / Chattanooga Fire Department CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a trailer fire on Lee Highway. Trailer Fire / Chattanooga Fire Department CFD was dispatched to the 7029 block of Lee Highway this afternoon to the fire. Reports from CFD say the contents inside the trailer were on…… MORE
Discovering the voice of the Walnut Street Bridge, Matt Hicks
Musician Matt Hicks joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to discuss his journey and his surprise encounter with CBS’ David Begnaud. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Nearly every night, the Walnut Street Bridge is graced with beautiful singing from local musician Matt Hicks who strives to use music as a way to connect with others. Hicks’ artistry…… MORE
Blood Assurance gives back to our veterans through a blood drive
Blood Assurance Media Coordinator, Brooke Katz, joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to discuss the Veteran’s Day Blood Drive. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Help save lives in honor of Veteran’s Day by donating blood to Blood Assurance. For every blood donation on November 11, Blood Assurance will donate $5 to the Special Operations Patriot Fund which…… MORE
Athens honors dozens of veterans in annual ceremony
A group of veterans reciving Quilts of Valor in Athens in honor of their service. ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF)- There have and will be numerous events through Monday to honor our veterans all across the Tennessee Valley. Sunday afternoon was no exception in McMinn County. A large crowd came out to Athens Veteran’s Memorial Park where…… MORE
