Liz Thornburgh joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview everything nerdy coming to the Chattanooga Comic Con. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Don’t panic if you see the Mystery Machine in Chattanooga this weekend, Shaggy and Scooby-Doo are solving a mystery at the Chattanooga Convention Center. The mystery? Who’s attending Chattanooga Comic Con. After a full…… MORE
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The Chocolate Box offers no tricks but all the treats this season
The Chocolate Box baker extraordinaire, Nichelle Patel, joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to preview the baked goods she offers this season. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Who knew spooky could taste so sweet? The Chocolate Box is offering an array of different sweet treats with promises of no tricks. From magic cookies to smoking cauldron cakes,…… MORE
House catches fire Monday morning near North Orchard Knob
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Firefighters were on the scene of a working structure fire Monday morning at a house off North Orchard Knob Avenue. They responded to the 1700 block of Jackson Street just after 7:00 a.m. CFD responds to structure fire off North Orchard Knobb Avenue Monday morning. Image courtesy of Lindsey Rogers with…… MORE
Chattanooga firefighters respond to series of fires and extrication
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Firefighters were busy overnight with a series of house fires and emergency responses. The first happened at a vacant home undergoing renovations off Dodds Avenue. Firefighters respond to fully involved residential fire off Dodds Avenue Sunday night. Image provided by Lindsey Rogers with the Chattanooga Fire Department. The house is located…… MORE
Senator Watson hosts the third annual All-American Bash
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Senator Bo Watson and other local and regional GOP members made an appearance at the All-American Bash at the Collegedale Commons. This year marks the third annual, Bo’s All-American Bash, featuring Watson himself, along with other local politicians coming to speak personally with the community. Senator Bo Watson says, “I think…… MORE
“Smart Is Cool” Day
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – This Sunday the Chattanooga Market hosted STEM organizations in celebration of the 24th annual National “Smart is Cool” Day. STEM, which stands for science, technology, engineering, and math, focuses on logical thought processes and problem-solving that allows students to develop mental habits that will help them succeed in any field. The Market…… MORE
Coolidge Park is hosting The Grateful Gobbler Walk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It’s time to start preparing for Chattanooga’s annual Grateful Gobbler Walk, where all proceeds go to the MaClellan Shelter. This walk is an annual tradition in Chattanooga, where community members gather on Thanksgiving Day to raise money for the MaClellan Shelter for Families. This shelter is so special to this area,…… MORE
Kelsey’s Christmas for Kids
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF)- Chickamauga hosted their Pumpkin festival which included lots of shopping and learning about “Kelsey’s Christmas for Kids” organization. Residents from the Chickamauga community and Chattanooga came to see all that the festival had to offer. The block was lined with vendors selling sweet and salty treats, fun knick-knacks from local vendors, big…… MORE
EPB Free Tree ReLeaf Program
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Over 1,000 trees were given away this weekend as the Free Tree ReLeaf event took place. EPB customers were given the opportunity to obtain two native plants for their home as supplies lasted. The event took place this weekend at the Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center Native Plant Nursery where customers…… MORE
25th Anniversary of Coolidge Park
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – One of Chattanooga’s most beloved landmarks and parks is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. This is a celebratory weekend full of fun-filled activities for all ages to enjoy. The activities this weekend included vendors, food trucks, art festivities, ice cream, outdoor games, and more. Coolidge Park, which got its name from…… MORE
