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A Century of Memories: Celebrating 100 Years of Lake Winnepesaukah

For 100 years, Lake Winnepesaukah has been more than just a theme park. It’s a place where families come together, generations connect, and lifelong memories are made. What started in 1925 as a lakeside attraction created by Carl and Minette Dixon has grown into a beloved Southern landmark. On opening day, more than 5,000 guests…MORE

Weather Update: Friday May 2, 2025

Weather Update: Friday May 2, 2025

WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: mild. Widespread Showers/Thunderstorms. Highs: low 60’s. Winds: NE @ 5 MPH.      NWS Morristown: Virtual Skywarn Storm Spotter Training | Your Environment: Antarctic Sea Ice Loss “In the dark and cold of winter, sea ice forms and spreads across Arctic seas. But in recent years,…MORE

The longest running military parade returns to Chattanooga

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The city of Chattanooga hosted the 76th armed forces parade. Every year the Armed Forces Parade marches on, it solidifies itself in history. Captain Mickey McCamish is United States Navy Retired and the parade organizer. He says, “The parade to us veterans, since most of us went that route, we marched…MORE

Chatt Prep celebrates first cohort as all graduates accepted into college

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Prep celebrated their first senior class Friday. The school says their entire first cohort of 50 students have been accepted to at least one college or university. This comes after uncertainty if they would be able to graduate on time due to issues with teacher and course verification. All of that…MORE

Chattanooga police investigating Tacoa Circle shooting

Chattanooga police investigating Tacoa Circle shooting

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred a few days ago on Tacoa Circle. On April 30, 2025 around 7:00 p.m., Chattanooga police responded to the 5200 block of Tacoa Circle on reports of shots fired. After officers arrived on scene, they were notified of someone arriving at a local hospital…MORE

Peacock loose in downtown Chattanooga found, returned safely

UPDATE (5/2/2025):  The loose peacock has been located and safely returned to the Chattanooga Zoo. The zoo posted on their social media platforms regarding the birds disappearance on the afternoon of May 2, 2025. A resident nearby named Eric Spear sent the zoo a direct message via Instagram saying he could see the peacock. Zoo…MORE

Peacock loose in downtown Chattanooga, zoo asking for public’s help

Peacock loose in downtown Chattanooga, zoo asking for public’s help

A peacock at the Chattanooga Zoo / Chattanooga Zoo CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —   A peacock from the Chattanooga Zoo is loose in downtown Chattanooga. On May 1, 2025, the zoo did their daily count of all of their peafowl, and all peacocks and peahens were accounted for. That afternoon, two peacocks exited the zoo grounds…MORE