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Abby Hamilton Confirms Summer Tour Stop in Nashville
Emerging singer, songwriter, and musician Abby Hamilton will perform select headline shows this summer, including newly confirmed stops at Greensboro’s Flat Iron, Knoxville’s Barley’s Tap Room, Chattanooga’s Cherry Street Tavern, and 3rd and Lindsley in Nashville on June 23. Find tickets here. The upcoming performances add...
Bidders for Critters auction to support Chattanooga Zoo expansion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For all of the animal lovers out there, the Chattanooga Zoo has a neat surprise coming this summer with new animals, but they need your help with the Bidder Critter auction this upcoming week. “We have 75 total items and include hotel stays, an exclusive...
Usher receives key to the City of Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chatt town, peace up! Usher is home, the eight-time grammy award winning artist was back in Chattanooga on Saturday. The artist took the stage to receive the keys to the city. The UTC Mackenzie arena was filled with explosive energy from the community. Young and...
Tennessee American Water, Hamilton County Coalition Announce Drug Take Back
On Earth Day, Tennessee American Water is encouraging residents to participate in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET. Customers are asked to drop off unwanted medications at approved regional collection sites for...
Watch out for National Cornbread Festival scam
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. (WDEF) — Scams are rampant in the community these days. Scammers are now targeting festivalgoers as well. The National Cornbread Festival is warning of a scam event on social media. The National Cornbread Festival is coming up on April 27-28, 2024. Over the weekend, the festival’s...
As She Saw Him: May Pang On Her Photos Of John Lennon At ArtsBuild
During John Lennon's "Lost Weekend" era in the 1970's, May Pang was his companion and lover. On Tuesday, April 23rd and Wednesday, April 24th, May - a former music executive and writer - will showcase her private candid photos of Lennon at ArtsBuild in Chattanooga from 5 PM to 8 PM on both evenings.
EPB chooses 10 artists for final year of Murals Project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — EPB has selected 10 local artists for its fourth annual community mural project. This year, artists will take to the 10th Street substation. The theme will be “the magic of unity.” Artworks will illustrate the possibilities for change when people work together, EPB said.
Mark Thrash: A Living Memorial
On Saturday, May 4, at 2 p.m., Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will provide a 45-minute, ranger-led presentation discussing Mark Thrash, a local legend in the early years of the national military park. Participants will meet at the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center before traveling onto the battlefield for the talk. Please dress appropriately for the weather and a folding chair might be desirable.
Latest Bradley County Arrest Report
First Horizon Bank announced Jeff Smith as North Chattanooga Banking Center manager. Paul Webb who recently served in this role, has been promoted within the company to business banking manager. ... more. 4/22/2024. Here are the new business licenses from the County Clerk's office: A STEP AHEAD LAWN CARE MARCUS...
Chris Richardson Hitting Facility Dedicated At McCallie
Chris Richardson has dedicated his career to working with students and coaching the game of baseball. It is fitting that McCallie School will name the baseball hitting pavilion adjacent to Kenny Sholl Stadium as the Chris Richardson Hitting Facility in a dedication ceremony Monday. “Chris Richardson is a man of...
Chattanooga Market Opens For The 2024 Season This Weekend On The Southside
The Chattanooga Market is set to open for its 24th season this weekend on April 27th and 28th. And, for the annual opening, Market hours are extended to include both Saturday (10am-5pm) and Sunday (11am - 4pm). The weekly event is held at the First Horizon Pavilion in downtown Chattanooga...
What’s Right With Our Schools: University High
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Schools and UTC have teamed to put equity into action! University School serves as a college pipeline for kids who might not have considered a four-year university education. It’s an inclusive example of what’s right with our schools. Arielle Garcia-Hayes is...
Mocs Softball Fail 6-3 To Mercer
The Chattanooga softball team retains its lead in the Southern Conference but must share it with Mercer after falling 6-3 to the Bears in the rubber game Sunday afternoon at Frost Stadium. Mercer drove in three runs in the seventh inning, including a two-run home run to break a 3-3...
'Call Me Spinster''s new song addresses how marriage and children shape identity
CALL ME SPINSTER: (Singing) I saw you bathing by the pool. The house behind you was on fire. RASCOE: Getting married, having children, and what that does to your identity - the three women in the band Call Me Spinster are not afraid to go there. Their lives have already had some twists.
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