Georgia Locals Swear by This Legendary Burger Spot
Burgers tend to be one of those foods that everyone is in the mood for. Now, everyone has their own idea of what the best burger is, but for me, it’s about quality ingredients with a good ratio of toppings. I prefer a thinner patty, which is why I'll always pull over for a good […]
Join Mickey Mouse on his search for Tinker Bell with ‘Disney on Ice’ this...
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Your dreams come true in Chattanooga with Disney on Ice returning to UTC’s McKenzie Arena this weekend!. This year’s show focuses on Micky Mouse’s search for Tinker Bell to bring back magic into our world. The search for the sassy fairy takes place in the spirit realm of Coco, on the high...
Popular MTB trails in Chattanooga, TN, are threatened by proposed industrial development
The Enterprise South Nature Park near Chattanooga, TN, features one of the area’s most accessible and popular mountain bike trail networks. The 2,800-acre park has long been maintained as a protected natural forest and is home to over 60 miles of trails and roads, which provide access to this beautiful natural area....
Lights out: Supply chain Issues cancel Fort Oglethorpe’s holiday light show
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. — The City of Fort Oglethorpe announced that NoogaLights will not produce the 2025 Barnhardt Circle holiday light show due to supply chain issues that affected the company’s ability to deliver the event. City officials said circumstances beyond their control and NoogaLights’ made it impossible...
Crews recover body at Greenway Farms in Hamilton County Friday night
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Hamilton County EMS says a body was recovered from the quarry at Greenway Farms. Multiple crews responded to a drowning at Greenway Farms Friday night, according to Hamilton County EMS. Crews were focused on the area starting around 8 PM Friday night. Authorities said four...
Smart is Cool at the Chatt Market!
This weekend, the Chatt Market is back and better than ever with the theme “Smart is Cool.”. To give us the inside scoop, Melissa from the Chatt Market team and Francy from Frick & Frak to share everything you need to know. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a...
Dunlap traffic stop leads to arrest of Grundy County man
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — Dakota Johnson of Grundy County has been arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, among other charges, in Sequatchie County following a failed traffic stop. Dunlap police officers attempted a traffic stop on a Kia sedan on Rankin Avenue for driving offenses on Thursday, October 16.
Bradley County firefighters raise concerns over staffing, pay and equipment
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. — Firefighters in Bradley County are raising concerns about staffing levels, pay and aging equipment, saying the department is stretched too thin to serve the community effectively. One firefighter said he joined the department to serve his community, but in doing so has sacrificed time with...
Hamilton County attorney pleads guilty to three counts of forgery
After pleading guilty to three counts of forgery, which involved faking Hamilton County Chancellor Mellisa Will’s signature, Alan Norton will no longer be allowed to practice law in Tennessee. However, his attorney tells us, in five years, he’ll be eligible to apply to get his bar license reinstated in...
Advocacy groups demand stricter hiring laws after Georgia teacher’s controversial hire
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — Advocacy groups say they are pushing for stronger legislation around the hiring process for Georgia teachers. This comes after a teacher hired in Walker County faced allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a student while teaching in Hamilton County. Nathan Dawson is not facing any...

















