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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Warns Residents About Unlicensed Pest Control Operators

Wednesday, September 23

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper is warning residents to use caution when hiring pest control services following an increase in complaints involving unlicensed operators going door to door. The Georgia Department of Agriculture is encouraging consumers to ask pest control representatives to provide a valid... Read More.

East Brotherton Road Closed for Paving Work at Chickamauga Battlefield

Wednesday, September 23

A portion of East Brotherton Road at Chickamauga Battlefield is closed to traffic as crews begin a road-paving project. Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park says the closure began Wednesday, September 23, and affects East Brotherton Road between Alexander’s Bridge Road and Jay’s Mill Road. According... Read More.

LaFayette Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspects in Local Business Theft

Wednesday, September 23

The LaFayette Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two people who were recently involved in a theft at a local business. According to police, the two individuals left the scene in what appeared to be a gray or silver compact SUV. Investigators are... Read More.

Special Called Council Meeting Set for Thursday to Discuss Gas Station, Road Closures and Other Business

Wednesday, September 23

A special called council meeting is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Thursday, with several items of new business set to come before city leaders. Four items are listed under new business. Council members are expected to discuss a gas station, road closures, an AFG Grant and... Read More.

Former Hays State Prison Officer Faces New Federal Drug, Gun Charges

Tuesday, September 22

A former corrections officer who worked at Hays State Prison in Trion, just a short drive south of LaFayette, is facing new federal drug trafficking and firearms charges after previously serving five years in federal prison. Mark Edward Jeffery, 41, previously worked for the Georgia... Read More.

‘The Farmer & the Belle 2’ Seeking Child Extras for Walker County Filming

Monday, September 21

A movie production returning to Walker County this fall is looking for local children to appear as extras. “The Farmer & the Belle 2” is scheduled to film scenes in Walker County as production gets underway on the sequel to “The Farmer & the Belle:... Read More.

Lookout Mountain Council Rejects Amendment Tied to Rock City’s Proposed Gondola Project

Monday, September 21

The Lookout Mountain, Georgia, City Council rejected a proposed amendment Monday tied to Rock City’s planned gondola project, but company officials say they are not giving up on the proposal. Rock City has proposed investing between $30 million and $40 million to build a gondola... Read More.

Northwest Georgia Job Fair Set for Tuesday at Walker County Civic Center

Monday, September 21

Northwest Georgia Job Fair Set for Tuesday at Walker County Civic Center Job seekers across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to connect with potential employers Tuesday during the Northwest Georgia Job Fair in Rock Spring. The job fair will be held Tuesday, September 22, from... Read More.

Territorial Barred Owl Identified as Cause of Bluff Trail Closure at Lookout Mountain

Sunday, September 20

A territorial barred owl has been identified as the “aggressive wildlife” responsible for the temporary closure of a section of Bluff Trail at the Lookout Mountain Battlefield. Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park officials said Friday that the trail closure followed reports of encounters between... Read More.

Northwest Georgia Communities Receive $6 Million in Federal Brownfields Cleanup Funding

Saturday, September 19

Northwest Georgia communities are receiving $6 million in federal funding aimed at cleaning up contaminated properties and preparing sites for future redevelopment. U.S. Rep. Clay Fuller joined EPA Region 4 Administrator Kevin McOmber and state and local officials Friday, Sept. 18, at the Chickamauga Civic... Read More.

NASCAR’s Bass Pro Shops Night Race Takes Center Stage Saturday on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH

Saturday, September 19

NASCAR Cup Series racing returns under the lights Saturday night as drivers take on one of the most iconic short tracks in the sport for the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway. The green flag is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET Saturday,... Read More.

Friday Night Football Scoreboard – Ramblers now 4-0 after win

Saturday, September 19

Northwest Whitfield 42, Woodland-Cartersville 28 LaFayette 35, North Murray 21 Murray County 14, Sonoraville 7 Rockmart 42, Coahulla Creek 6 Ringgold 28, Union County 6 Heritage 35, Gordon Lee 21 Trion 49, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe 0 Ridgeland 27, Chattooga 17 Banks County 42, Gordon Central 6 Open: Dalton, Southeast Whitfield, Christian Heritage and Dade... Read More.

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Warns Residents About Unlicensed Pest Control Operators

East Brotherton Road Closed for Paving Work at Chickamauga Battlefield

LaFayette Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspects in Local Business Theft

Special Called Council Meeting Set for Thursday to Discuss Gas Station, Road Closures and Other Business

Former Hays State Prison Officer Faces New Federal Drug, Gun Charges

‘The Farmer & the Belle 2’ Seeking Child Extras for Walker County Filming

Lookout Mountain Council Rejects Amendment Tied to Rock City’s Proposed Gondola Project

Northwest Georgia Job Fair Set for Tuesday at Walker County Civic Center

Territorial Barred Owl Identified as Cause of Bluff Trail Closure at Lookout Mountain

Northwest Georgia Communities Receive $6 Million in Federal Brownfields Cleanup Funding

NASCAR’s Bass Pro Shops Night Race Takes Center Stage Saturday on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH

Friday Night Football Scoreboard – Ramblers now 4-0 after win

Local/Regional News

Destination Stays Helped Drive Tourism in Walker County

LaFayette Lady Ramblers Fall in Five Sets in State Final Four

New Report Reveals Explosions and Dangerous Conditions During Deadly Rossville Shed Fire

Walker County Data Center Committee Moves Toward Stricter Development Regulations