Walker County, GA

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Monday afternoon, the Walker County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that three people in the Kensington community passed away from a fentanyl overdose. Sheriff Steve Wilson then addressed his community promoting safety, saying that too many lives have already been lost to the drug. Wilson identified the...

Three dead in Walker County following fentanyl overdose

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST THIS EVENING TO 11 AM CST WEDNESDAY. * WHAT...Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations of up to two tenths of an inch. * WHERE...Portions of Middle Tennessee. * WHEN...From 6 PM CST this evening to 11 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Difficult...

Winter Weather Advisory 6pm Tuesday to 11am Wednesday

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Atlanta, GA

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ATLANTA — Channel 2 consumer investigator Justin Gray has learned that 22 nurses practicing in Georgia have allegedly obtained their licenses with fake diplomas or transcripts. The Georgia Board of Nursing has sent them letters asking them to voluntarily surrender their nursing licenses within 30 days. Those letters were...

20+ practicing Georgia nurses obtained licenses with fake diplomas or transcripts, feds say

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Lawn Starter compiled a list of the dirtiest cities across the country.

One Georgia City Named Among The 'Dirtiest' In America

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The South is facing the risk of a significant ice storm as a powerful arctic cold front is bringing freezing wind chills to most of the U.S.

Ice storm in South could cause power outages, travel issues for millions of Americans

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A dog that had been abandoned has been reunited with her owner thanks to a good Samaritan's intervention and a Facebook post. According to ABC News, this week, the German shepherd-Great Pyrenees mix dog named Lilo, who is 4 years old, was reunited with her owner after a Tennessee animal shelter shared a Facebook post about her.

4-year-old Dog Reunites with Homeless Owner Through a Facebook Post

The 4-year-old dog that was abandoned and later reunited with her owner, thanks to a good Samaritan's intervention and a Facebook post, now has a MAC Cares Fund opened for her.

4-year-old Dog Reunited with Homeless Owner Gets a MAC Cares Fund Opened in Her Honor

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Farragut, TN

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Popular electronics retailer, Best Buy, has been forced to close stores as the business aims to reduce costs. Four new store closures have been announced, including two in Tennessee.

Popular electronics retailer closing two locations in Tennessee

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One of The FIRST African American Churches in East Tennessee!

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Before learning about this Korean bowl-styled dish on Food Network's "Chopped," I had no idea what deliciousness was contained in this nursery rhyme sounding meal. Now, on cold days, when I'm craving a hearty meal or whenever I see a Korean restaurant, it's the first image that pops into my mind.

Our Top Chattanooga Stop for Delectable Korean BiBimBap

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Lafayette, GA

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KENSINGTON, Ga. (AP) — Three people were found dead in a northwest Georgia house on Monday from suspected drug overdoses. Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson tells the Chattanooga Times Free Press that the most likely cause of death was from smoking or inhaling fentanyl, a synthetic opioid. Dried psychedelic...

3 dead in northwest Georgia home from apparent drug overdose

From Local 3 News: In less than 24 hours, six people in North Georgia overdosed from Fentanyl. Three in Catoosa County survived, but three were found dead Monday morning in Walker County. The Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson held a press conference addressing the investigation. He said consuming just 2...

Walker County Sheriff’s Office addresses Fentanyl overdose deaths

Lexington, VA

I chose Washington and Lee because it provided me with a unique opportunity to continue my athletic career while setting myself up for a strong career path. W&L does a great job of fostering individual growth with a well-rounded approach. What are you most looking forward to during your time...

Meet Gabriel Stulce ’24

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - The great smoky mountains have been entertaining guests for 35 years with Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede. It is always a good time to stop by the Dixie Stampede or catch a thrill at Dollywood Parks and Resorts. Stay connected with Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede. 1-800-365-5996. Keep up...

Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Saddle up cause we’re getting wild with Whiskey Cowgirl. Check out Chattanooga’s newest bar with a mechanical bull and swimming pool, and everything else they have for you. Joshua Lang and Adam Marro are in the kitchen to show us rather than just tell us.

Ride the Bull at the Whiskey Cowgirl

Nashville, TN

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LawnStarter compared the biggest cities in the country to determine which are the "dirtiest."

5 Tennessee Cities Named Among The 'Dirtiest' In America

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The local branch of the NAACP is supporting a call from the family of the man killed in Memphis by police officers for a new piece of legislation. Members of the state and Memphis NAACP proposed the Tyre Nichols Criminal Justice Reform Bill on Sunday. They...

Chattanooga NAACP endorses Tyre Nichols inspired bill

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Separate groups of teens committed unrelated carjackings this weekend almost back-to-back. But organizations like the Bethlehem Center are fighting back – or rather, fighting for. The Bethlehem Center says this is their mission: “Inspired by the gospel, we build lasting relationships with Chattanooga’s youth...

Back-to-back teen carjackings get community’s attention

Property owners along the Chattanooga Creek watershed in northwest Georgia are now eligible for grant funds to assist with the repair of failing septic systems. The Limestone Valley Resource Conservation and Development Council secured the funding to support eligible property owners in Walker and Dade counties who live along the watershed in Rossville, Flintstone, High Point and portions of Lookout Mountain. A map of the watershed area is provided below.

Funding for Septic System Repairs Available for Walker County Residents Along the Chattanooga Creek Watershed

Ooltewah, TN

OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — The suspect involved in a shooting Monday in Ooltewah has been arrested. Police say the individual is in custody. The incident is an ongoing investigation, according to HCSO. They say more details will be released later. The shooting happened on the 6400 block of Ooltewah-Georgetown...

Ooltewah shooting suspect in custody

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - The Livin' Fit Program starts on January 31st. It is the perfect opportunity to keep your New Year's resolution in tact. Stay connected with the Livin' Fit Program at the Chattanooga Fitness Center. Keep up with This N That.

The Livin' Fit Program at the Chattanooga Fitness Center

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Homelessness is on the rise and is an epidemic in Chattanooga. The Union Gospel Mission is currently running at capacity with 12 beds, but Reverend Jon Rector has hopes of doubling this limit to help support those experiencing homelessness. CashApp: UGMChattOutreach.

Union Gospel Mission provides beds to those experiencing homelessness

Hamilton County, TN

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Convicted non-violent offenders in Hamilton County will have opportunities to serve part of their sentence helping to clean up Tennessee trash. Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp and Hamilton County District Attorney Coty Wamp announced the new initiative on Tuesday. The Wamps say the goal is...

Non-violent offenders to help increase trash pickup in Hamilton County, mayor, D.A. say

A town hall on brownfields, a chance to be a first first responder, and a look back at Project 52’s impact on Walker County all ahead in this edition of Walker 180. There was no Walker 180 for January 2023 due to the holidays. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel...

Walker 180 for February 2023

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — This week we got to talk with one of the most charismatic personalities on NewsChannel 9 and FOX Chattanooga. Sam Peña finally makes his debut on The Daily Refresh. Keep up with him on Twitter.

Beyond the Desk with Sam Peña

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Gas prices are up again this week, with Chattanooga averaging $3.27 per gallon today. Gas prices have been rising since the start of the year, according to GasBuddy. GasBuddy reveals that Chattanooga gas prices rose an average of $0.14 this past week. On December 26,...

Chattanooga Gas Prices still Climbing

Stone Mountain, GA

Days 37 - 38 After another short drive and mostly easy drive we arrived in Stone Mountain GA. I say mostly easy because it has been some time since we have had to deal with city traffic. Stone Mountain is only 16 miles from Atlanta GA, and all of its wonderful traffic.

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Cleveland, OH

From the Chattanoogan: State Senator Paul Bailey and Rep. Johnny Garrett on Monday filed the James ‘Dustin’ Samples Act, which seeks to reduce stigma and provide support for firefighters following a post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosis. The bill is named in honor of Captain James ‘Dustin’ Samples of...

Bill named after Cleveland firefighter would support fire personnel with PTSD diagnosis

The popular Food Truck Friday hosted by the Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga on the first Friday of each month celebrates its first anniversary by expanding. Beginning February 3, Food Truck Friday will be held the first and third Friday of each month. The 2023 expansion of Food Truck Friday is made possible by the generous support of TVFCU.

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