Franklinville Man Arrested After Stolen Truck Found on Old Brower Mill Road
On November 14, 2025, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office found a stolen truck on Old Brower Mill Road in Franklinville. The search was requested by Catoosa County authorities in Georgia. The truck was in a driveway. John Kameron Anderson, 33, said he owned the vehicle.
Hixson daycare creates food pantry, turning compassion into action during shutdown crisis
HIXSON, Tenn. — The federal government shutdown that lasted for a record 43 days left many people without benefits like Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP. When a small daycare in Hixson saw the great need for food assistance in the community, they stepped in. That's why they director...
This Tennessee Steam Excursion Makes History Roll By Your Window
Climb aboard at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum in Chattanooga and it feels like stepping straight into another era. The moment the engine exhales that first soft puff of steam, the hills seem to lean in and listen. These trains aren’t museum pieces tucked behind velvet ropes, they move, they...
Judge orders forensic evaluation for man accused of setting woman on fire in Soddy-Daisy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — The man deputies say doused a woman with gasoline and set her on fire in Soddy-Daisy has now been ordered to undergo a forensic evaluation. In court Monday, a Hamilton County judge directed that Christopher Medula be evaluated by a mental-health professional. A forensic evaluation helps...
‘Reaper’ on Gunbarrel: Dave’s Hot Chicken turns up Chattanooga’s late‑night heat
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Chattanooga’s chicken scene just got spicier. Dave’s Hot Chicken opened its first local spot in early October on Gunbarrel Road, and opening‑weekend lines confirmed the buzz. Local coverage described crowds of heat‑seekers trying everything from mild to...
Charges: Vehicles go airborne after high-speed interstate chase in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — One man faces charges after deputies say he led them on a high-speed chase on I-75 and later caused two vehicles to go airborne. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, deputies tried to stop Tony Pickett on Nov. 16 after he sped through a construction zone, but he took off.
Tennessee families breathe a sigh of relief as full SNAP benefits return after shutdown
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — Tennessee families who rely on SNAP will start getting their full November benefits on Monday, November 17, according to the Tennessee Department of Human Services. Here’s what SNAP households need to know right away:. If you already got a partial November payment: The rest of...
Honey Baked Ham Company arrives in Hixon
HIXON, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Honey Baked Ham Company® opened its first location in Hixson on November 17, 2025. The new store offers the brand’s fan-favorite menu offerings like handcrafted sandwiches and the signature spiral-sliced Honey Baked Ham. The new 2,520-square-foot location can seat 14 guests inside.
Seasonal Illness or Allergies? The Mystery of the Scratchy Throat
Recently, there has been a surge of people experiencing symptoms such as a scratchy throat and a runny yet clogged nose. Despite these symptoms, many have not developed a fever. This has led to confusion and curiosity about what could be causing these symptoms. A discussion on Reddit has shed some light on possible...
Deputies Recover Vehicle Stolen From Chattanooga in Gaylesville
According to Cherokee County Sheriff Jeff Shaver, over the weekend, deputies went to 540 County Road 125 in Gaylesville to serve an arrest warrant on Nicholas Pannell. Pannell was taken into custody without incident. While on the property, deputies observed a female sitting inside a vehicle. After several...
