Remembering Ed Buice, Gone Too Soon – The Chattanoogan

When I first arrived at what was then known as Action News in December of 1987, Ed Buice welcomed me with open arms. Ed guided and as assignment editor sent me on stories that played to my strengths, including the story that cemented my position in the newsroom (The Fast Food Christmas Month Robberies.) As …

McClatchey, Cheryl Diane – The Chattanoogan

Cheryl Diane McClatchey Cheryl Diane McClatchey, 66, of Chattanooga, passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023. Cheryl was born on September 27, 1956, and raised in Linn Grove, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Marjorie McClatchey. She is survived by her husband, Curtis Sands; children, Casey (Michele) Luedke; Kevin McClendon; …

Anderson, Geneva “Munk” – The Chattanoogan

Geneva “Munk” Anderson Geneva “Munk” Anderson, 62, left this world on Saturday, June 10, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of Harrison and of the Baptist faith. Geneva was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis “Buddy” Sims and Mary “Sis” Sims. She is survived by her husband, Butch Anderson; son, Kevin Leffew; granddaughters, Kasey …

Goff, Virginia R. Leffew – The Chattanoogan

Virginia R. Leffew Goff Virginia R. Leffew Goff, 81, of Rock Spring, Georgia, formerly of Chattanooga, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. She was a native of Dayton, Tennessee, graduated from Ooltewah High School, and lived most of her life in the Chattanooga and North Georgia area. Mrs. Goff …

O'Hare, Peter Eric “Wheeler” – The Chattanoogan

Peter Eric “Wheeler” O’Hare CWO5, Peter Eric “Wheeler” O’Hare, flew into heaven on June 13, 2023, from the Fred Still Burn ICU in Augusta, Georgia after the final battle of his life. The love and care he received there could only be described as exceptional. Anyone who knew Peter O’Hare loved him, was inspired by …

Hicks, Wilma Lorraine McDowell – The Chattanoogan

Wilma Lorraine McDowell Hicks Wilma Lorraine McDowell Hicks, 87, of Ooltewah, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023. A lifelong resident of Hamilton County, Mrs. Hicks was a member of Ridgedale Baptist Church. The daughter of the late Thomas and Ollie Mae McDowell, she was also preceded in death by her siblings, Ruby Helton, Vernie …

Johnson, Betty Jean Wood (Dalton) – The Chattanoogan

Betty Jean Wood Johnson Betty Jean Wood Johnson, age 93, of Dalton, Georgia, and formerly of Hilliard, Florida, passed away on June 19, 2023, at Ridgewood Manor Health and Rehabilitation. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell L. Johnson; parents, Clyde and Jewel Wood; and brother and sister-in-law, Harry and Esther Wood. Betty …

American Heroes Dinner Is July 21 – The Chattanoogan

The Honoring the Sacrifice Foundation invites the public to join them for the 9th annual American Heroes Dinner to be held Friday, July 21 at 7 p.m. at the Chattanooga Convention Center.  “Enjoy this patriotic evening while supporting severely wounded veterans and their families. You can make a difference through your participation in this signature …

LSU Deals 2nd Loss To Tennessee To End Vols College World … – The Chattanoogan

LSU defeated Tennessee, 5-0, in Omaha on Tuesday night to end the Vols College World Series hopes. The Vols mounted several threats, but never could push a run across. The Tigers now face top-ranked Wake Forest with the challenge of having to defeat the Demon Deacons twice. Lefty Nate Ackenhausen was a surprise starter for …

Walker County Investment Rating Upgraded By Moody's Investors … – The Chattanoogan

Moody’s Investors Service upgraded Walker County’s credit rating today following a “multi-year trend of strong financial performance.” Moody’s raised the county’s issuer rating from A1 to Aa3, which moves Walker County into the “high quality” category for obligations with a “very low credit risk.” “This improvement in the county’s credit rating provides validation from an …