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Sheriff: Investigation Ongoing Following Domestic Shooting in Chattooga County

Tuesday, January 6

Investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding a shooting that occurred Sunday night at a residence on Highway 337 in Chattooga County.according to an update from Sheriff Mark Schrader. Preliminary findings indicate the incident stemmed from a domestic dispute involving a father and son. Sheriff... Read More.

Walker County Development Authority Reschedules January Meeting to January 20

Tuesday, January 6

The regular meeting of the Walker County Development Authority for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 11:15 a.m. in the Walker County Civic Center located at 10052 N. Hwy 27, Rock Spring, GA 30739.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/06/26

Tuesday, January 6

DATE: 01/05/2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0747 MCCROSKEY TIERESE TORELLO B/M 23 MISD TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS 0938 SHADRICK SHANNON KEITH W/M 46 FELONY VIOLATION PROBATION 1100 PURYEAR MICHAEL ANTHONY W/M ------- ------------ RETURNED 1300 FOSTER SHARRIE YVONNE B/M 46 FELONY PROBATION VIOLATION 1456 HAMPTON BRANDON DAVID W/M 42 FELONY PROBATION VIOLATION 1829 THOMAS BRITNEY LACE W/F 34 FELONY FELONY FTA 1918 ELROD QUINTON JEARMAL B/M 41 FELONY WARRANTS

WQCH and Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Tuesday, January 6

School is back in session after the Christmas break today for Walker and Catoosa County Schools. Chickamauga City Schools and Chattooga County returns tomorrow. Dade County also goes back tomorrow. The Walker County Board of... Read More.

Chickamauga City Council postpones meeting to next Monday 1/12/26

Monday, January 5

The Chickamauga City Council has postponed a special meeting originally scheduled for Thursday and rescheduled it for Monday, January 12. The meeting is intended to provide an opportunity for public involvement and discussion regarding the city’s grant application for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Brownfields Cleanup... Read More.

Georgia DPS Reports Seven Deaths, Hundreds of Citations During New Year’s Holiday Travel Period

Monday, January 5

The Georgia Department of Public Safety has released its activity report for the New Year’s holiday travel period, showing hundreds of traffic enforcement actions and multiple fatalities across the state. DPS reports that seven people were killed during the holiday travel period. As of 6... Read More.

AGENDA: Walker County Board of Commissioners Thursday 1/8/26

Monday, January 5

The following constitutes the agenda for the regular scheduled meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Walker County, Georgia to be held at 6:00 p.m. on January 8, 2026. REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING 1. Invocation & Pledge 2. Chairwoman Teems will Call to Order the Regular Meeting 3. Clerk to... Read More.

Walker Commissioners to meet Thursday

Monday, January 5

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its next regular meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday. The meeting will take place at the Courthouse Annex IV at 201 South Duke Street. Commissioners will hear comments from the Chairwoman Angie Teems, receive a financial report, and... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/05/26

Monday, January 5

DATE: 01/04/2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 1305 SMITH MICHAEL ANTHONY W/M 27 MISD SIMPLE ASSAULT FVA, CRUELTY TO CHILDREN 1345 GONZALEZ MACARIO AGUIRE H/M 18 MISD DRIVING WITHOUT LICENSE, FAILURE TO STOP AT... Read More.

Georgia 93-7 and WQCH Local News Headlines

Monday, January 5

Authorities in Chattooga County continue to investigate a shooting that happened last night on Highway 337. One victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition. More details are expected today. The City of LaFayette has announced a new name... Read More.

City of LaFayette Unveils Name for New Greenway Project: Traverse Park

Sunday, January 4

The City of LaFayette has announced a new name for its long-planned greenway park project as construction continues into the new year. City officials revealed the park will be known as Traverse Park, replacing the temporary working title “Greenway Park.” The name reflects the park’s... Read More.

The Rambler Lowdown for this week…

Sunday, January 4

Author: Chris Goforth

Sheriff: Investigation Ongoing Following Domestic Shooting in Chattooga County

Walker County Development Authority Reschedules January Meeting to January 20

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/06/26

WQCH and Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Chickamauga City Council postpones meeting to next Monday 1/12/26

Georgia DPS Reports Seven Deaths, Hundreds of Citations During New Year’s Holiday Travel Period

AGENDA: Walker County Board of Commissioners Thursday 1/8/26

Walker Commissioners to meet Thursday

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/05/26

Georgia 93-7 and WQCH Local News Headlines

City of LaFayette Unveils Name for New Greenway Project: Traverse Park

The Rambler Lowdown for this week…

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