Tennessee’s Jonnu Smith (knee) logs another DNP on Friday
Tenn – Smith’s will miss Sunday’s contest against the Browns after suffering a knee injury in Week 12. Expect Anthony Firkser and MyCole Pruitt to play increased roles against a Cleveland pass defense ranked 25th in fantasy points allowed to tight ends (11.8 per game)….
Trump’s ‘Sneak Attack’ on Section 230 Likely to Fail As Politicians Suggest a Veto Would Be Overturned
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – President Donald Trump’s threats to veto an annual defense bill unless Congress ends legal protections for “big tech” platforms is likely to fail, and politicians have already suggested they would seek to override the decision if necessary. After months spent urging the…
Local PE coach gets kids active with Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon training program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – In the spring, Channel 3 introduced you to local PE teacher Aaron Wood. His exercise videos for kids went viral at the height of the pandemic. Now, Wood is teaming up with the Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon and Operation Get Active for a…
How to avoid dry skin caused by frequent hand washing
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – One of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is to regularly wash your hands. However, frequent exposure to soap and water strips the natural, protective oils from your skin, leaving it dry and cracked. Here are a few…
COVID-19 hospitalizations in Tennessee reach highest level
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Vanderbilt University researchers say the number of COVID-19 patients in Tennessee hospitals has reached its highest level at more than 400, but the increase has not put acute strain on the state’s hospital system. A report from the Nashville-based university’s hospital and…
Tennessee Coronavirus: State reports 95 new COVID-19 related deaths
TENNESSEE — On Friday, the Tennessee Department of Health reported 95 new coronavirus-related deaths in the state, which is a 1.99% increase over Thursday’s numbers. TDH also reported 4,356 new coronavirus cases, a 1.12% increase. The cumulative number of cases is 392,608, the Tennessee Department…
We have to figure out how to get the vaccine to underrepresented, minority communities
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – President Joe Biden says there needs to be equity in how vaccines are distributed. His administration is working on a detailed plan to get the vaccine to everyone.
COUNTY COVID-COMPLIANT PROGRAM ENDS DECEMBER 13
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – The extension of the COVID-19 Compliant Business Partnership Program with increased funding amounts will expire December 13. All county small businesses are strongly encouraged to apply. Ernest Figueroa has more information about the program… A business or nonprofit with no more than…
Women’s Golf Closes Fall as Runner-Up
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn -The Chattanooga Mocs women’s golf team closed their fall season with a second-place finish at the Mercer Invitational in Macon, Ga. The Mocs were led by freshman Daphne Van Son on the 36-hole first day. She carded a 2-under 70 for the first…
McKamey Animal Center Extends Adoptions On Sundays Ahead Of Holidays
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – McKamey Animal Center announced they will extend their Adoptions hours to include Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., starting December 6. “We’re really excited to open on Sundays,” said Melissa Smith, Adoptions Administrator. “We want to give every possible opportunity to…