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Chattanooga to lift up Olympic gold medalist Olivia Reeves with a parade, celebration
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — She pulled her weight at the Paris Olympics, and now the City of Chattanooga plans to honor hometown athlete Olivia Reeves with a celebration and parade. Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly announced Friday morning that the UTC campus will be the place to celebrate Reeves' gold medal...
Barbara Corcoran hosts free webinar on small business growth strategies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Barbara Corcoran is sharing some of the important drivers of small business success stories through a series of three, free webinars called "Behind the Biz with Barbara Corcoran, presented by AT&T Business" highlighting innovative ways technology-driven solutions can help unlock growth for small businesses. You can...
Convicted Chattanooga killer learns how long he'll spend in prison Friday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Chattanooga man who was convicted of a murder and then charged with a second murder while he was out on bond found out how long he'll spend in prison on Friday. A Hamilton County Criminal Court judge sentenced Marvin Menifee to 25 years behind bars...
Chattamatters: “We Will Not Be Satisfied Until” On MLK Boulevard
One of the largest murals in this country is in downtown Chattanooga. Artist Meg Saligman painted the piece “We Will Not Be Satisfied Until” on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard in 2015. The subjects of the painting are all Chattanoogans - including civil rights leader Moses Freeman, who...
Running on Ice: Cold chain chaos averted
This year’s Future of Freight Festival takes place Nov. 19-21 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. But it’s not your average conference. Sure, there are wonderful speakers and fireside chats. But that’s only half the fun. F3 is set up with half-days of speakers and amazing content. The other half we take over downtown Chattanooga, and there are events, networking and a lot of fun to be had by all. This year, subscribers to Running on Ice get a promo code exclusive to us! You can register with this link or use the code F3ROI24 at checkout for a discount.
“Sessions” From TEDxChattanooga: Nicholas Edward Williams
If you’ve listened to WUTC, chances are you’ve heard Nicholas Edward Williams. He’s a multi-instrumentalist and storyteller who plays songs and styles from ragtime and Piedmont blues to traditional folk, old time and early country. For this episode of “Scenic Roots,” we bring you his performance this...
New outdoors program launched to benefit Tennessee youth mental health
TENNESSEE, USA — The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy and Outdoor Chattanooga have announced a new program to get Southeast Tennessee children to spend more time outdoors than ever before. The Outdoor Leadership Club is designed to introduce youth and families in historically marginalized communities "to nature to experience the...
Chattanooga Xteriors is changing the game when it comes to outdoor living
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga Xteriors are the experts when it comes to your next home remodeling project. From siding, decking, roofing, windows and more, Chattanooga Exteriors is dedicated to making sure your vision becomes a reality. Schedule a FREE consultation today. For More Information:. Call: 423-805-3800. Website.
Linemen “Signing Day” Provides Pathway To New Career
Surrounded by friends and families, 22 young men, most from underrepresented communities, posed for pictures and signed their papers on signing day. No, they weren’t signing football scholarships, but the papers they signed are equally important. These inspiring young men have chosen to pursue a career in the electrical...
Former governors host live podcast in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two former Tennessee Governors held a unique meeting Thursday at the Chattanooga Rotary Club. A live podcast discussing the state of political discourse. Former Governors Bill Haslam and Phil Bredesen have co-hosted the “You Might Be Right” podcast since 2022, and have discussed a variety of political...
Drought prompts emergency rescue of one of America’s most-endangered aquatic species
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — In late July, reports of dramatically withered streams atop Walden Ridge north of Chattanooga led to an emergency rescue operation to prevent the extinction of the federally endangered Laurel Dace, which scientists consider to be among the 10 most-at-risk fish in North America. This effort was...
Erlanger nationally recognized for high-quality stroke care
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Erlanger Baroness Hospital and Erlanger East Hospital have received a national award for their high-quality stroke care. Both hospitals received the American Heart Association’s—Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award. This achievement comes from stroke patients receiving the most appropriate treatment within the nationally...
A new Christian themed movie is about to hit the big screen
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Alex Kendrick, director and Priscilla Shirer an actress in the movie The Forge sat down with James to discuss the new film. This film follows 19 year old, Isiah as he tries to figure out how to step into adulthood. Themes of the film consist of mentorship, discipleship, and inspiration. There are plenty of dramatic and action packed scenes but you will also find moments of emotion and strength.
Hits 96 Friday Night Lights: Win a prize pack by supporting your team!
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — It is football time in the Tennessee Valley!!!. AndSideline Spotlightis the place to get all your football coverage needs, but Hits 96 is the spot for your Friday Night Lights fun!. Gino D was on the show today talking about how all season long, join Hits...
SWAT standoff in Soddy-Daisy ends with armed man getting arrested
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. — A SWAT standoff that happened overnight in Soddy-Daisy ended with the armed suspect in custody, authorities say. TheHamilton County Sheriff’s Office says they assisted Soddy-Daisy Police in the standoff. Around 1 a.m., HCSO says officersresponded to a report of an aggravated assault at the...
Police Briefs for Aug. 23
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 24-010796 – 3000 BLK Ringgold Rd – Roll over crash – A crash occurred at the intersection on Ringgold Rd and S. Seminole Drive initially listed as entrapment. Police arrived on scene, the crash was accessed, and the traffic investigator arrived to take over. Police and Fire equipment blocked the roadway until the vehicles were safely towed. The female driver of the rolled over vehicle received treatment and was transported to local hospital for minor injuries.
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