Road Work Set to Resume at Chickamauga Battlefield
Road construction is set to resume later this month at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, with improvements planned along Dyer Road inside the Chickamauga Battlefield. Park officials say the project will begin April 27 and is expected to continue through late May 2026. The work is part of routine...
Walker County School Board to Meet Monday; Recognitions, Budget Items on Agenda
The Walker County Board of Education is scheduled to hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, April 20, at 6 p.m. at the Walker County Department of Education building, located at 301 North Cherokee Street in LaFayette. Several student and academic achievements will be highlighted during special recognitions, including the 2026...
Dade County Approves New Solar Ordinance Following Public Hearing
TRENTON, GA — The Dade County Board of Commissioners has approved a new ordinance regulating large-scale solar developments after holding a public hearing and special called meeting on April 16. The ordinance establishes a framework for solar energy projects that require a special use permit, focusing on protecting property...
TDOT bringing HELP style patrols to rural interstates, aiming for faster response times
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — If you break down on a stretch of road that's far away from home and in a rural area, chances are help is harder to come by. TDOT just launched its rural service patrol program, expanding where those recognizing help trucks can come to you. We...
Nonprofit creates voter guide to encourage participation in Hamilton County elections
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Early voting is well underway in Hamilton County as residents prepare to decide who will represent them in local government and in the school system. However, due to a lack of voter turnout, one non-profit tells me they’re now looking for ways to make it...
Tennessee ranks among worst for trucking bottlenecks. See where
Plenty of Nashvillians are familiar with the frustrating sensation of being caught in traffic, particularly along any of the three major interstates that crisscross the city. As it turns out, some spots along the daily commute are worse than others. Last year, the combined Interstate 24/40 in Nashville was home to one of the five worst trucking bottlenecks in the country . Things haven’t...
Rock Spring tax office closure extended to Thursday after pipe burst last week
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — The government office building that closed Friday in Rock Spring will stay closed through Thursday, according to the Walker County Government. According to a Facebook update, the Tax Commissioner's office in rock spring will stay closed to the public through Thursday April 23. The government...
Glass Street Block Party Brings Community Together in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)A neighborhood street in Chattanooga turned into a vibrant celebration of music, food, and community this weekend. Glass Roots, a local nonprofit, hosted its third annual block party—closing down the intersection of Glass Street and North Chamberlain Avenue and transforming it into a lively outdoor gathering space.
10 Stunning Tennessee Gardens And Arboretums To Enjoy This April
April arrives in Tennessee with a burst of color that feels almost magical. Dogwoods bloom, tulips brighten garden beds, and fresh green leaves begin filling the trees. It’s the time of year when stepping outside feels especially rewarding. Across the state, gardens and arboretums come alive with winding paths, vibrant flowers, and peaceful corners perfect for a slow walk.
Chickamauga hosts first annual crawfish festival
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) – The City of Chickamauga hosted its first-ever Chickamauga Crawfish Festival as students also shared their thoughts on splitting access to the historic Gordon-Lee Mansion grounds for prom photos. The festival was hosted at Crawfish Springs, drawing large crowds for a day of food, drinks, live...

















