Low‑flying aircraft, helicopters to drop rabies vaccine in East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — In an effort to prevent the continued spread of rabies, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Wildlife Services, is coordinating with the Tennessee Department of Health to drop over 300,000 rabies vaccine baits in the state’s eastern region. Between...
The Search For The Best Tacos In Town Takes Us To Wood Oven Kitchen
This week our search for the best tacos in Chatt Town brought us to Wood Oven Kitchen in East Ridge, tucked into a small strip mall and has indoor and outdoor dining areas. And when I think of a wood oven my brain immediately goes to pizza. Guess what?. It...
Burglary Investigation Underway at Saddle Ridge School
The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help as detectives investigate a burglary and theft at Saddle Ridge Elementary-Middle School. According to a press release from Sheriff Steve Wilson, the incident occurred sometime between March 27 and April 6, during the Walker County Schools spring break period.
Chattanooga city council advances CARTA booting resolution, adds repayment amendment
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga City Council members continue to shape a resolution that would give CARTA the authority to boot vehicles with unpaid tickets. Tuesday Councilman Dennis Clark proposed an amendment to help people who cannot immediately pay their fines. “It allows us to create a structured repayment plan...
It’s Burger Week in Chattanooga – and Burger Republic is serving it up
It’s Burger Week in Chattanooga, and Mary Gillis stopped by Burger Republic to see what they’re cooking up for the big week. From their special Burger Week feature to a peek at some other fanfavorite menu items, there’s no shortage of mouthwatering options to sink your teeth into.
Chattanooga Riverwalk bridge nears deadline to reopen after 6 month closure
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Almost 6 months after it began, we're getting an update Monday on a project to renovate a well-traveled walking bridge along Chattanooga's riverwalk. On October 20th, 2025 the bridge located near the rowing center on the Riverwalk closed. At the time, the city said it was...
This year’s count shows a drop in homelessness in Chattanooga region
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – This year’s Point-In-Time count shows a drop of homelessness in our region. This year’s count happened on one night on January 28. It found 939 homeless people in our 11 county region. That was a drop of 14% from last year. About two thirds...
Pet of the Week: Billy Joe!
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Meet this week’s Pet of the Week: Billy Joe!. I’m a 1-year-old, 63-pound bundle of goofy, lovable energy just waiting to find my forever home. If you’re looking for a best friend who can keep you laughing and snuggle up with you at the end of the day, I might just be your guy.
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Ringgold — Furniture & a Friendly Pup
Looking for something useful or heartwarming in Ringgold? This week’s local freebies include comfy furniture and even a sweet dog looking for a new home. Check out what your neighbors are giving away!
Orlinda’s Jepson named finalist for Tennessee Farmer of the Year
The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture and the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation are pleased to announce the regional winners of the 2026 Tennessee Farmer of the Year competition. From tulips, strawberries, melons, cattle and pigs to wheat, soybeans, corn and pumpkins, these three producers represent the best of Tennessee’s broad agricultural and forestry production.
