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A Walker County woman is facing animal cruelty charges following an investigation into unsanitary living conditions for animals. 58-year-old Renva Sue Gravitt has been arrested on 22 counts of animal cruelty and 10 counts of failing to control rabies after authorities found 12 dogs... Read More.

Critics are questioning the Walker County Board of Commissioners after a recent truck purchase for public works. Concerns were raised about procurement procedures at least weeks Commission meeting. Specifically regarding the county's $472,000 purchase of two heavy trucks. Watchdog Ned Yates argues that the... Read More.

The Walker County Board of Commissioners has approved a contractor to resurface nearly 70 miles of roads, with CW Matthews selected after receiving four competitive bids. The project, funded by voter-approved TSPLOST revenue, includes 80 roads, with major stretches on Trion Highway, Manning Mill... Read More.

Three felony arrests in Walker County on Saturday. Among those arrested, 60-year-old Richard Leon Collins was charged with aggravated battery. 37-year-old Vanessa Nicole Brown faces charges of criminal attempt to commit a felony. The full arrest report is online at DiscoverWalker.com. The Catoosa County Sheriff's... Read More.

Voters in Georgia will head to the polls Tuesday, June 17th, for a special primary election to select Public Service Commissioners for Districts 2 and 3. While the seats represent specific districts, all Georgia voters can vote in both races. Early voting starts May... Read More.

Five people are facing animal cruelty charges after disturbing conditions were uncovered inside a home in Walker County. Authorities say prospective buyers flagged down an animal control officer after noticing signs of neglect at a property on Highway 151. When officials went... Read More.

As tornado season peaks in May, Walker County emergency officials are urging residents to prepare for severe weather. Tornadoes can strike with little warning, so it’s important to stay alert and understand your area’s risk. Officials recommend signing up for emergency alerts, tuning into... Read More.

A man who shot at a Catoosa County Sheriff's Office deputy last May has pled guilty to multiple charges, including assault on an officer, stalking, and meth possession. Travis Downie, the 36-year-old defendant, fired shots at a deputy's patrol vehicle on American Boulevard before... Read More.

Five people in Walker County were arrested Saturday on Animal Cruelty charges. 65-yar-old Miriam Ellen Fields, 40-year-old Melodie Ann Lopez, 20-year-old Britni Maree Fields, 78-year-old James Delbert Fields and 42-year-old Alberto Mario Lopez. The five all face 3 counts of aggravated cruelty and 13... Read More.

A hoax threat circulating on social media yesterday prompted the Walker County Sheriff’s Office to launch an investigation at Ridgeland High School. The threat, allegedly made by students, led to an immediate response from deputies and investigators. After a thorough review, authorities determined the... Read More.

The community is preparing to say goodbye to two teens killed in a tragic crash on Highway 27 last week. A celebration of life for 16-year-old Brennon Beavers will be held tonight in the LaFayette High School Gym at 7:00 PM. Doors open at... Read More.

A 34-year-old man from Ringgold has been sentenced to 30 years for trafficking and distributing fentanyl. James Blevins was convicted earlier this year and sentenced yesterday. Ten of those years will be served in prison without the possibility of parole. In February, Blevins pleaded... Read More.