Local News Headlines

     Walker County is among several Northwest Georgia counties under a Flood Watch this weekend as a hurricane brings the threat of heavy rain and strong winds to the region.  The Flood Watch begins at 2 Saturday morning and continues through 8 Sunday... Read More.

     Here’s some more information on a story we first brought you last week.  Walker County Fire Rescue headquarters and Station One are moving to Rock Spring.  The County Commission approved a property swap during its meeting last Thursday.  The county will trade... Read More.

     A portion of North Nickajack Road in Walker County will be temporarily closed today for road work.  The closure will be near John Thompson Road.  Drivers can detour to Chattanooga Valley Road using Eagle Cliff Road.      Early voting begins Tuesday in... Read More.

     The U.S. Department of Agriculture will begin distributing more than 500-thousand oral rabies vaccine baits across Northwest Georgia this month.  The aerial operation is expected to begin around October seventh with helicopters, followed by low-flying airplanes beginning around October 20th in Walker... Read More.

     Today is the last day to register for the November third midterm elections.  The ballot includes races for governor and U.S. Senate. The deadline applies to anyone who has recently turned 18, moved to Georgia, changed addresses, or has not previously registered. ... Read More.

     Georgia voters have until Monday to register for the November third midterm election.  The October fifth deadline applies to anyone who has recently turned 18, moved to Georgia, changed addresses, or has never registered.  Voters can check their registration status and register... Read More.

     Walker County residents can once again burn leaves and yard debris beginning today.  Georgia’s annual summer open burning ban has ended allowing outdoor burning to resume.  Residents should remember that fires must be kept at least 50 feet from structures and 25... Read More.

     Walker County Schools is reporting another increase in its graduation rate, with the district continuing to outperform the statewide average.  New data from the Georgia Department of Education shows Walker County’s 2026 four-year graduation rate at 93-point-2 percent — 4-point-7 percentage points... Read More.

     Georgia drivers are getting a break at the pump starting today.  Governor Brian Kemp has suspended the state’s motor fuel excise tax for 30 days, starting today and continuing through October 29th.  The suspension removes 33-point-3 cents per gallon in state taxes... Read More.

      Walker County’s unemployment rate was 3.2 percent in August, slightly below the Northwest Georgia rate of 3.3 percent.  Across Northwest Georgia, both the labor force and employment reached record highs in August.  The region’s unemployment rate remains below the 3.6 percent... Read More.

     No school today for Walker County students.  Today is a Professional Learning Day.  That means, teachers and staff will be working but students can enjoy the day off.  The kids are back in the class on Monday.      The Rossville Planning Commission... Read More.

      The LaFayette Police Department is attempting to identify subjects who were recently involved in a theft at a local business.  They say the couple left the scene in what appeared to be a gray/silver compact SUV.  If you have any information... Read More.