Local News Headlines

          Walker County voters have one last chance to vote early today.  Early voting in the County ends this afternoon at 5 p-m. Officials say anyone who has not yet cast a ballot can still take advantage of early voting... Read More.

          The National Park Service is conducting a prescribed burn today and tomorrow at Chickamauga Battlefield.  Officials say about 850 acres near Viniard-Alexander Road, east of LaFayette Road and west of Alexander Bridge Road, will be included. Areas affected include... Read More.

          A Chattanooga man is facing murder charges in connection with the death of a Walker County resident.  The Walker County Sheriff’s Office says deputies found 38-year-old Robin Fredale Sutton dead from a gunshot wound inside a home in Rossville... Read More.

           Qualifying is now underway in Walker County for several local offices.  According to the Walker County Elections Office, candidates began filing this week for seats on the Walker County Commission in Districts One and Two, and for Board of... Read More.

          A Chickamauga man charged in a deadly Spring Creek Road crash has been extradited to Hamilton County.   James Bernard was taken into custody Friday, after being arrested earlier this month in Clayton County.  He faces charges including vehicular homicide... Read More.

          Patients with Cigna insurance can breathe easier.  Cigna Healthcare and CommonSpirit Health — formerly known locally as CHI Memorial — have reached a new contract agreement.  That means CommonSpirit hospitals and facilities will remain in-network for Cigna members. The... Read More.

          A judge with the Walker County Superior Court has denied a legal challenge to the City of Chickamauga charter filed by former Mayor Trey Deck.  Deck challenged the charter after the Chickamauga City Council voted to remove him from... Read More.

The Walker County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a phone scam. Officials say callers are pretending to be deputies. Victims are told they missed jury duty or a court date. The callers then demand personal information. Sometimes, they ask for money. The Sheriff’s Office says it does not operate... Read More.

          Adoption fees are now waived for dogs over six months old at the Walker County Animal Shelter as the facility faces overcrowding.  Shelter officials say they’re at full capacity after 26 dogs arrived in just one week.  The fee... Read More.

           Construction is continuing at Traverse Park in LaFayette.  According to the City of LaFayette, inclusive playground equipment has been installed, and new trees have been planted to provide shade and enhance the park’s features.  However, the park remains an... Read More.

          The White House has released the schedule for President Donald Trump’s visit to Rome today.  Trump will arrive at Richard B. Russell Regional Airport before visiting a local business, recording a podcast, and touring Coosa Steel Corporation, where he’ll... Read More.