CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The debate over electronic devices in classrooms is intensifying as a state senator has introduced legislation to ban such devices statewide. The Hamilton County School Board met this evening to discuss a proposal to prohibit cell phones in local classrooms. State Senator Todd Gardenhire and State Representative Dan Howell have co-authored…… MORE
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City officials announce Whataburger coming to East Ridge
Courtesy: City of East Ridge Facebook EAST RIDGE, TN (WDEF) – A fresh dining option is coming our way! East Ridge lost its Wally’s, but it’s gaining a Whataburger. According to the City of East Ridge Facebook page, Whataburger will open its first Hamilton County location at 6521 Ringgold Road. That is the former site…… MORE
Whataburger coming to East Ridge
EAST RIDGE, TN (WDEF) – A fresh dining option is coming our way! East Ridge lost its Wally’s, but it’s gaining a Whataburger. According to the City of East Ridge Facebook page, Whataburger will open its first Hamilton County location at 6521 Ringgold Road. That is the former site of Wally’s restaurant. Whataburger is known…… MORE
Hamilton County GOP preparing to elect new chair
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Local Republicans are beginning to discuss what’s next for their party following sweeping victories in November. That includes the selection of a new chair of the Hamilton County GOP. The current chairman, Mark Harrison, is not seeking re-election. The two candidates vying for the top spot of the Hamilton County Republican Party…… MORE
SNTV Boxing | ‘A fight for the ages’ – Bivol-Beterbiev press conference ahead of epic rematch
‘A fight for the ages’ – Bivol-Beterbiev press conference ahead of epic rematch – Source: SNTV… MORE
Mckamey Animal Shelter adopt 250 event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — McKamey Animal Shelter is running an adoption event till march 8th. They have a new adoption goal. James Kay is the director of advancement for McKamey Animal Shelter. He says, “We initially launched this campaign, Mac 250 for what it sounds like. We want to adopt 250 animals in four weeks.…… MORE
Thursday Throwback: 1990 Whitwell Light
Change doesn’t always come peacefully in a small town. For our Thursday Throwback, we have one example in Marion County. 35 years ago, the town of Whitwell got their first traffic light. But not everyone was excited about it. In fact, some of the locals treated the new light pretty poorly. Here is the story…… MORE
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Dedicates New Home
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) A new chapter has begun for ShaTaylor Thurman and her family as they step into their brand-new home, thanks to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga. For the past six years, ShaTaylor, a dedicated mother of two, lived in an apartment that lacked basic amenities—no laundry facilities, limited space, and no safe…… MORE
Starting Today: Chattanooga Shines with the SEA Light Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) Starting February 20th, the Sealight Festival will light up the city with two full months of dazzling Chinese lanterns, jaw-dropping acrobatics, and unforgettable family fun! Visitors can wander through glowing pathways, enjoy stunning light shows, and even interact with some of the installations, making this event more than just a show—it’s a…… MORE
SNTV Boxing | Title bout in doubt as champion Dubois undergoes medical exam
FILE: Title bout in doubt as champion Dubois undergoes medical exam – Source: SNTV… MORE
