GNTC’s Nursing program achieves 100% pass rate
All 17 Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) graduates in the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program have passed a national nursing licensure exam this year on their first attempt and achieved a 100% pass rate. This year is the third consecutive year that 100% of GNTC’s ASN graduates have...
Congenital syphilis spiking across Tennessee and nation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Health officials say they’re concerned about the rise of a disease affecting pregnant mothers and their babies. Hamilton County health officer Dr. Stephen Miller spoke on the rise of congenital syphilis during Monday’s Regional Health Council meeting. Congenital syphilis occurs when a...
Tennessee man arrested after police discover 14 homemade bombs
Police found 14 improvised explosive devices, or IEDs, in Kevin Wade O’Neal's home Saturday while executing an existing search warrant for threatening to kill public officials and law enforcement personnel in Polk County.
Beach Volleyball Well-Represented on OVC’s Year-End Academic Honors List
CHATTANOOGA --- Chattanooga beach volleyball saw continued success in the classroom for the 2024-25 academic year, and that success was reflected in the Ohio Valley Conference's annual academic awards, which were announced by the league office on Monday. The Sandy Mocs saw 12 student-athletes named to the OVC...
Dade County Pet Project Expands Services with Free Microchips for Spayed/Neutered Pets
Dade County, GA — Pet owners in Dade County have something to celebrate: the Dade Animal Coalition (T-DAC) has received a generous donation of 100 microchips, now being offered free of charge to pets spayed or neutered through the Dade County Pet Project. This new addition to the low-cost...
C & Y University Is Now Accepting Enrollments For Kids Ages Three To Six
For parents across Chattanooga and the surrounding areas seeking a supportive and impactful early learning experience for their children, C & Y University is now accepting enrollments for ages 3-6. As an online preschool and a vital educational initiative of The Moore Camp, a local non-profit, C & Y University...
Nonprofit hospitals spend millions on stadium naming rights, raising eyebrows
(OHIO CAPITAL JOURNAL) - Nonprofit hospital systems across the country are spending millions to plaster their names on sports stadiums and arenas, even as federal Medicaid cuts and economic uncertainty cloud their financial futures. Health care systems and hospital groups have bought naming rights at ballparks and...
Oven fire sparks kitchen blaze in Mowbray home
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Fire crews with the Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD) put out an oven fire Monday morning. On August 4, 2025, at 8:52 a.m., crews responded to the 900 block of Sandstone Terrace on reports of an oven fire. Upon arrival, crews found light smoke...
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A flood watch is in effect for Walker County and surrounding areas until this evening. The watch comes after heavy rainfall late last week and over the weekend. The National Weather Service says the excessive run off may result in flooding in some areas. Flooding has been a problem in some areas of Chattooga County...
Kenco celebrates 75 years in 3PL
Third-party logistics provider Kenco Group recognized a milestone of 75 years of business with a celebration at its headquarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on Friday. According to a news release from the company, the event featured remarks from CEO Denis Reilly and other executives. “Only about 3% of family-owned...