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Walker County's unemployment rate ticked up in May, rising to 3.2 percent, according to the Georgia Department of Labor. That’s up from 2.8 percent in April. Similar increases were seen across the region. Catoosa County reported a 2.9 percent jobless rate, while Dade County came... Read More.

A Chickamauga man has been sentenced to life in prison for a deadly road rage shooting outside a Dollar General store.  Jeremy Dewayne McCrary, 44, will be eligible for parole after 35 years, plus he’ll serve an extra five for aggravated assault.  McCrary was... Read More.

A dangerous heat wave continues today. The high will reach 97 degrees, with a heat index of 105, creating hazardous conditions for outdoor activity.  Limit time outside during peak heat, stay hydrated, and take frequent breaks.  Scattered afternoon and evening storms are possible, some... Read More.

Walker County is under a Heat Advisory through 8 p.m. Wednesday as dangerously hot conditions move into the area.  The National Weather Service says heat index values could reach up to 107 degrees, making it feel much hotter than the actual temperature.  The advisory began at... Read More.

Dangerously high temperatures are expected this week, with daytime highs likely reaching the triple digits — particularly on Wednesday, which is forecast to be the hottest day of the week.  Heat index values will also climb into the triple digits, significantly increasing the risk... Read More.

Four schools in the Walker County School System are being honored for academic excellence. Cherokee Ridge Elementary, Fairyland Elementary, Naomi Elementary, and LaFayette High School have earned the “Beating the Odds” designation from Georgia’s Governor’s Office of Student Achievement. The award recognizes schools that outperform... Read More.

In observance of Juneteenth, all Walker County Government offices — including the landfill — will be closed today.  Normal operations in Walker County will resume tomorrow. Georgia State Senator Colton Moore is facing a financial penalty following an ethics investigation by the Georgia Government Transparency... Read More.

In observance of Juneteenth, all Walker County Government offices — including the landfill — will be closed this Thursday, June 19th.  Normal operations in Walker County will resume on Friday, June 20th. Georgia State Senator Colton Moore is facing a financial penalty following an ethics... Read More.

Today is Election Day in Walker County. Voters are heading to the polls for a Special Primary Election to fill the Public Service Commissioner seats for Districts 2 and 3.  Polling locations across Walker County are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. If you... Read More.

Walker County voters will head to the polls tomorrow, for a Special Primary Election to fill Public Service Commissioner seats for Districts 2 and 3 in Georgia.  Polling places across all 11 Walker County precincts will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.... Read More.

The Walker County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a suspicious letter.  Recently, a Walker County citizen received a letter accompanied by a check for nearly four thousand dollars—$3,990.69. However, officials say this kind of unexpected payment from unknown sources is highly unusual.  The... Read More.

Two people are facing animal cruelty charges in Walker County following a welfare check on several horses.  Walker County Animal Control officers launched a two-day investigation after receiving complaints about malnourished horses at a property just outside Rossville, at 44 Manor Lane.  Raul Rodriguez,... Read More.