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 Big news for Walker County — GE Appliances is bringing more work to its Roper plant in LaFayette as part of a $3 billion investment to expand U.S. manufacturing.  The company announced it will move gas range production from Mexico to LaFayette, boosting operations at the... Read More.

    Catoosa County is asking for help for the families hit hard by Tuesday’s severe flooding.  Communities In Schools of Catoosa County has launched a fast-moving relief drive to collect essential supplies for those in urgent need.  Donations being requested include cleaning supplies, personal hygiene... Read More.

The Walker County School Board meets this evening at the Advancing Education Center in Chickamauga.  On the agenda: celebrating summer graduates and recognizing Ridgeland High School’s baseball team. The board will also hear updates on school facilities, finances, curriculum, and backpack distribution plans for... Read More.

From January through July, the Walker County Codes Enforcement team opened 436 new cases and completed over 1,600 inspections and follow-ups. As a result, 54 properties were brought into compliance. Officials say efforts are ongoing to streamline the blighted property cleanup process, with several... Read More.

Walker County has a new fleet manager, just weeks after a fire truck crash raised major concerns about vehicle oversight.  Justin Luce has been appointed to the role following an incident where a county fire truck overturned and caught fire during a test drive.... Read More.

It’s back to school today for students in Walker County Schools and Chickamauga City Schools. That means school zones are active again, and drivers can expect increased traffic during morning and afternoon hours.  Be sure to slow down, watch for buses and students, and... Read More.

If you’ve been thinking about adopting a pet, this weekend might be the perfect time.  The Walker County Animal Shelter is offering free adoptions on all animals this Friday, August 8th, and Saturday, August 9th only.  The special two-day event is part of The Rescue Effect—a... Read More.

Starting today anyone making calls to or from a 423 area code will need to dial all 10 digits—including the area code—for the call to go through.  This change affects callers in East Tennessee.  It also applies to North Georgia residents who have a... Read More.

A flood watch is in effect for Walker County and surrounding areas until this evening.  The watch comes after heavy rainfall late last week and over the weekend.  The National Weather Service says the excessive run off may result in flooding in some areas. ... Read More.

Voters Walker County will be heading to the polls this fall for municipal and special elections. The elections will be held Tuesday, November 4th, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.  In LaFayette, the ballot will include races for Mayor, Municipal Judge,... Read More.

As students across Georgia prepare to head back to class, some families will have a little more flexibility this year—thanks to the state’s new Georgia Promise Scholarship program.  In Northwest Georgia, 120 students have been approved for the scholarship, including 4 in Walker County.  The program... Read More.

If you're looking for fresh, local produce head over to the 27 Farmer’s Market at the Walker County Civic Center today. The market will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering everything from okra and potatoes to beans, corn, tomatoes, honey, and... Read More.