CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Today marked the 10-year anniversary of the Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and 3.43 Mile Walk at AT&T Stadium. This is a heartfelt event honoring the 343 brave heroes who sacrificed their lives 23 years ago attempting to save the lives of others. Participants of the community including firefighters in full gear…… MORE
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Weather Update: Sunday – October 6, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Sunday: Mostly sunny. Warmer. Highs: high 80’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Mostly clear, cool. Low: low 60’s. Winds: W @ 5 MPH, Then Light & Variable. Monday: Mostly sunny. Less warm. Highs: low/mid 80’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Clear, cool. Low: low 50’s.…… MORE
Weather Update: Monday – October 7, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly clear, cool. Low: low 60’s. Winds: W @ 5 MPH, Then Light & Variable. Monday: Mostly sunny. Less warm. Highs: low/mid 80’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Clear, cool. Low: low 50’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Tuesday: Sunny. Mild. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds:…… MORE
Oktoberfest on Signal Mountain
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today a celebration of German heritage was hosted at the Mountain Arts Community Center on signal mountain for Oktoberfest. The venue was filled with diverse groups of food vendors, tables were set showing various items for sale, and individuals who were selling handmade pieces of art, had their work set out…… MORE
Signal Mountain cornhole tournament
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Signal Mountain Fire and Police Department came together and hosted a cornhole tournament where all proceeds are poured back into the community. While the Mountain Arts Community Center hosted a celebration of German Heritage for Oktoberfest, the Signal Mountain fire and police department thought this was the perfect time to come…… MORE
New Bricks and Minifigs store in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Bricks and Minifigs, an aftermarket LEGO toy shop, had its grand opening of its newest location today in Chattanooga in the Waterside Lifestyle Center. The Chattanooga location will specialize in both new and used LEGO items as well as buying, selling, and trading all LEGO products. At today’s grand opening, the store…… MORE
Fire Prevention Week
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Fire Department hosted its Fire Prevention Week kick-off event today at the East Lake Community Center. This event was a free event for the community to bring awareness to fire safety and fire prevention. Activities offered today included food, music, games, giveaways, and even a home fire safety education. During…… MORE
Lake Winnie’s history tour
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- Many residents of the Thrive at Brow Wood senior living community spent their afternoon on a field trip visiting Lake Winnepesaukah. This tour included a nice train ride and an opportunity to learn many fun facts about the park. Along with the roller coasters and treats, the tour was led partly by…… MORE
Chattanooga Fire Department Lowers Hiring Age to 18 to Boost Recruitment Efforts
The Chattanooga Fire Department has received approval to lower their hiring age to 18. This new policy aims to broaden the department’s recruitment efforts and impact a younger demographic. “This is going to give kids the opportunity to become firefighters, especially those whose parents or grandparents have inspired them. Now we are opening up those…… MORE
Fort Oglethorpe Unveils First-Ever Haunted Attraction
At Fort O Fright, the atmosphere is charged with excitement and fear! For the very first time, this haunted attraction is opening its doors in Fort Oglethorpe, and it promises to be an unforgettable night of terror and thrills. “We’ve got a haunted ghost tour that’s kind of like a hayride, taking you around our…… MORE
