Hamilton County Commission approves one year moratorium on new data centers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Commission has approved a one-year moratorium on new data centers in the county’s unincorporated areas. The proposal was first announced two weeks ago by Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp. He said the pause would give county leaders time to gather community...
Local Law Enforcement Agencies Share Joint Safety Message Regarding E-Bikes
The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) and Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) are sharing information regarding E-Bike rules and regulations. They know these vehicles are growing in popularity, and many people may not be aware of the legal requirements for operating them. CPD and HCSO are sharing this information
Purchase of Apison land for future community park proposed by local leaders
APISON, Tenn. — Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp, District 7 Commissioner Lee Helton, and county leaders have announced a proposal to purchase approximately 8.5 acres of land in Apison to protect public green space and create a new community park. “Over the last four years, Commissioner Helton and I...
Traffic to be impacted on US 27 due to equipment repairs
Those traveling on US 27 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming roadway activities that will have an impact on traffic, according to TDOT Region 2. On July 16, 2026, from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. ET, Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will close the US 27 South ramp to Broad Street for attenuat
Is Tennessee’s EV appetite cooling? VW’s ID 4 sales drop, but ID Buzz sees...
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A new report says demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has dropped in Tennessee, but even as the sales numbers for a Volkswagen model made in Chattanooga dropped, another VW model saw an increase in sales. Volkswagen announced it would stop producing it's ID 4 models at...
Quantum node facility coming to Rossville amid concerns about data centers
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- Is there a data center coming to Rossville?. Fears about these facilities have been popping up all over the Tennessee Valley. Last week, the Walker County Commission approved a 30 day moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas of the county. This week, an announcement has caused...
Rossville to Become Home to Quantum Computing Access Node Through Multi-Million Dollar BridgTRK Investment
A new technology project is set to bring quantum computing connectivity to Walker County as BridgTRK has purchased four acres in Rossville’s Peerless community to construct one of the region’s first commercial access points to EPB’s Quantum Network. According to information released by Walker County Government, the...
Northwest Georgia shelters overwhelmed: Catoosa tops 80 pets and Walker adds 73 in July
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. — Animal shelters in Northwest Georgia are running out of space, with Catoosa and Walker County unable to take in more animals as the number of strays rises during the summer months. Catoosa County officials say the county’s animal shelter is maxed out and can no...
Rock City invites public to weigh in as gondola debate enters new phase
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. — The fight over Rock City's proposed gondola isn't over. Now, the company says it wants to hear directly from the public. Rock City Enterprises announced Wednesday it will host six community listening sessions next month as the controversial project moves through the planning process. The...
Petition to save the Old Post Hospital in Fort Oglethorpe
Fort Oglethorpe, GA.- Standing since 1904, the Old Post Hospital has been a relic for the people of Fort Oglethorpe but that might soon end. As development changes come to Fort Oglethorpe, it is leaving residents concerned about preserving the history of it. That is why there is a petition going around trying to preser
