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USDA to Airdrop 648,000 Rabies Vaccines Across North Georgia in October

Sunday, September 13

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is preparing to distribute nearly 650,000 oral rabies vaccines across portions of north Georgia next month as part of an effort to slow the spread of rabies among wildlife. According to officials, approximately 648,000 oral rabies vaccine baits will be... Read More.

Georgia Ranked Most Expensive State in U.S. for Car Ownership, Study Finds

Sunday, September 13

Georgia has been ranked the most expensive state in the nation to own a car, with drivers spending thousands of dollars more each year than the national average, according to a new study from Insurify and AAA. The August 2026 study estimates the average annual... Read More.

Abigail Griffith Named LaFayette Downtown Development Coordinator and Main Street Manager

Saturday, September 12

The City of LaFayette has announced Abigail Griffith as its new Downtown Development Coordinator and Main Street Manager, bringing a familiar face and longtime supporter of downtown activities into the position. Griffith has been involved with LaFayette’s downtown community for years, volunteering during clean-up days,... Read More.

High School Football Scoreboard

Saturday, September 12

Southeast Whitfield 42, Armuchee 0 (Thu.) Christian Heritage 49, Chestatee 21 Coosa 14, Chattooga 7 Trion 42, Dade County 35 Dalton 42, Calhoun 35 Darlington 48, Sonoraville 6 Butler 28, Gordon Central 7 Cass 41, Heritage-Catoosa 13 LaFayette 27, Ridgeland 17 Northwest Whitfield 41, North Murray 14 Murray County 15, West Hall 13

LaFayette City Council to Consider Property Tax Rate, Budget and Several Community Projects Monday

Friday, September 11

The LaFayette City Council will have a lengthy agenda when members meet Monday, Sept. 14, with the city’s property tax rate, budget, several upcoming community events and infrastructure projects among the items scheduled for consideration. The evening will begin with a public hearing on the... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents of Jury Duty Warrant Scam

Friday, September 11

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about an active phone scam targeting multiple people across the county. According to the Sheriff’s Office, scammers are calling local residents and falsely identifying themselves as employees of the Walker County Sheriff’s Office. The callers tell victims... Read More.

Georgia Awarded Nearly $500 Million for Hurricane Helene Water Infrastructure Recovery

Thursday, September 10

Georgia is set to receive nearly $500 million in federal funding to strengthen drinking water and wastewater infrastructure in communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded the state $499.385 million. The funding will be... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, September 10

100 Adventure Acres 370 Salem Rd, Rossville, GA 90 Jack’s Family Restaurant-Chickamauga 201 Church St, Chickamauga, GA 100 Gordon Lee Middle/High School 105 Lee Cir, Chickamauga, GA 100 Cherokee Ridge Elementary 2433 Johnson Rd, Chickamauga, GA 96 Amigos Mexican Cocina, LLC 555 McFarland Ave,... Read More.

Friday Night Football Preview/Schedule

Thursday, September 10

Dalton (3-0) vs. Calhoun — 7:30 p.m. Freshman quarterback Hudson Ruppert was one of the state’s standout performers last week: 24-of-34 passing for 356 yards and five touchdowns, plus 59 rushing yards and another score in Dalton’s 50-14 win at Heritage. Dalton is averaging 40 points through... Read More.

Gov. Brian Kemp Proclaims September 26 National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia

Wednesday, September 9

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has proclaimed Saturday, September 26, 2026, as National Hunting and Fishing Day across the state, recognizing the role hunters and anglers play in conservation and Georgia’s outdoor heritage. The proclamation highlights Georgia’s long tradition of hunting and fishing and notes that... Read More.

O’Charley’s Reportedly Closing Nearly All Locations, Including Fort Oglethorpe Restaurant

Wednesday, September 9

O’Charley’s Reportedly Closing Nearly All Locations, Including Fort Oglethorpe Restaurant O’Charley’s Restaurant & Bar is reportedly closing nearly all of its remaining company-owned restaurants, including its location on Battlefield Parkway in Fort Oglethorpe. Multiple media outlets reported Wednesday that the Nashville-based restaurant chain is shutting down... Read More.

Walker County to Hold 9/11 Memorial Service Friday at Courthouse

Wednesday, September 9

Walker County will gather Friday morning to honor and remember the lives lost in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks as the nation marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The September 11 Memorial Service will begin at 8:40 a.m. Friday, September 11, at the Walker... Read More.

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