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Walker County Animal Shelter Hosting Valentine’s Adoption Event With Discounted Fees

Monday, February 9

The Walker County Animal Shelter is celebrating Valentine’s Day by encouraging residents to open their hearts and homes to a new pet through a special adoption event taking place this week. The shelter’s Long-Term Commitment Adoption Event runs until Valentines Day and features significantly reduced... Read More.

Chickamauga Mayor Removed After Investigation Details Alleged Sexual and Offensive Conduct

Monday, February 9

Chickamauga Mayor Trey Deck was removed from office following a 4–1 vote by the City Council after multiple allegations of sexual, inappropriate and offensive conduct were detailed in an internal investigation involving city employees. Council members voted January 13 to proceed with a public hearing... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 02/09/26

Monday, February 9

DATE: 2-8-2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0011 RODRIGUEZ ANNA MABEL H/F 35 MISD SIMPLE ASSUALT 0240 SNOW BRANDON GARRETT B/M 43 MISD SIMPLE ASSUALT(FV), WILLFULL OBSTRUCTION OF LEO 0736 ESTES STEVEN NICHOLAS W/M 46 -------- HOLD FOR COURT 0840 BULLEN RICHARD ALEXANDER W/M 28 FELONY WILLFULL OBSTRUCTION OF LEO,... Read More.

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Monday, February 9

A public hearing that could determine the future of Chickamauga Mayor Trey Deck is set for tonight. The Chickamauga City Council will hold the hearing at six o’clock this evening at the Chickamauga Civic Center. The meeting was rescheduled... Read More.

LaFayette City Council to Address Paving, Greenway Sidewalks at Monday Meeting

Sunday, February 8

The LaFayette City Council is scheduled to meet Monday, February 9, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall for its regular monthly meeting. The meeting will begin with a call to order, followed by an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members are expected to... Read More.

AGENDA: LaFayette City Council Meeting 2/9/26

Sunday, February 8

AGENDA MAYOR AND COUNCIL CITY OF LAFAYETTE, GEORGIA Monday, February 9, 2026 6:30 P.M. Regular Scheduled Council Meeting 6:30 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER A. Invocation B. Pledge to American Flag C. Approve Minutes for 1/12 and 1/16 Council meetings 2. VISITORS & GUESTS 3. OLD BUSINESS 4. NEW BUSINESS A. Upcoming events B. Greenway Sidewalks C.... Read More.

Rising Costs Slow New Home Construction in Walker County, but 2025 Still Ranks Among Best Years

Sunday, February 8

New home construction in unincorporated Walker County slowed in 2025 as rising construction costs pushed prices higher, but the year still ranked as the third strongest on record for the county. According to the Walker County Planning Office, 244 permits were issued last year for... Read More.

Proposed Gas Station Near School, Church Draws Concern in Naomi

Sunday, February 8

A proposed development in Walker County is raising concerns among residents in the Naomi community. The proposal centers on property at the intersection of Highways 136 and 151, where the owners are seeking to sell the land to a developer who plans to build a... Read More.

Chickamauga Council Reschedules Public Hearing on Mayor

Sunday, February 8

The Chickamauga City Council has set a new date for a public hearing that will determine the future of Mayor Trey Deck. The hearing was rescheduled after dozens of residents arrived at City Hall expecting to attend the originally scheduled session, only to be turned... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Sunday, February 8

100 Candlelight Forest 9862 Hwy 193 Chickamauga, GA 100 Roper Cafe 1507 Broomtown Rd La Fayette, GA 100 Naomi Elementary 4036 E Hwy 136 La Fayette, GA 100 Holy Smoke Bdq Base 2100 Old Bethel Rd Chickamauga, GA 100 Choo Choo Express Mobile 12960... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 02/08/26

Sunday, February 8

DATE: 2-7-2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0300 WEATHERS NOAH ROBERT W/M 28 MISD FTA 0800 WILLIAMS DUSTIN KEITH W/M 39 -------- HOLD FOR COURT 1414 HALL ALBERT EUGENE W/M 53 MISD BATTERY FVA 1503 GRUBB CHRISTIE NICHOLE W/F 42 MISD FTA 1855 FOSKEY JOANNA MARGARET W/F 68 MISD DUI DRUGS, FTML, FAILURE TO... Read More.

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Friday, February 6

Walker County Commissioners are learning the county courthouse has serious environmental concerns. An account manager with Gordian told commissioners last night that a recent walkthrough uncovered multiple hazards inside the building. Kayla Johnson with Gordian says mold, asbestos, and... Read More.

Author: Chris Goforth

Walker County Animal Shelter Hosting Valentine’s Adoption Event With Discounted Fees

Chickamauga Mayor Removed After Investigation Details Alleged Sexual and Offensive Conduct

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 02/09/26

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

LaFayette City Council to Address Paving, Greenway Sidewalks at Monday Meeting

AGENDA: LaFayette City Council Meeting 2/9/26

Rising Costs Slow New Home Construction in Walker County, but 2025 Still Ranks Among Best Years

Proposed Gas Station Near School, Church Draws Concern in Naomi

Chickamauga Council Reschedules Public Hearing on Mayor

Walker County Restaurant Report

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 02/08/26

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Local/Regional News

Summerville and Ringgold Among Communities Receiving PFAS Grant Funding from GEFA

New Pickleball Courts Open at Walker Rocks

CommonSpirit, Cigna Reach Agreement Restoring In-Network Coverage for Patients

LaFayette High Senior Emily Maanum Named 2026 Georgia Scholar