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Walker Rocks Park Trail Being Paved at Walker County Civic Center

Friday, September 18

A recreational trail at Walker Rocks Park is getting a major upgrade as Walker County works to provide a more durable, year-round surface for visitors. Crews are paving the trail at Walker Rocks Park, located on the Walker County Civic Center campus in Rock Spring,... Read More.

Walker County Voters Prepare for November 3 Election; Early Voting Begins October 13

Friday, September 18

Walker County voters will head to the polls this fall for the November 3, 2026 election, with several important dates approaching for those planning to vote early, by absentee ballot or on Election Day. Election Day voting will take place Tuesday, Nov. 3, with polls... Read More.

Feeding LaFayette Food Ministries Seeks Community Support as End of Month Approaches

Thursday, September 17

Feeding LaFayette Food Ministries is asking for community support as the organization continues its efforts to provide food and other necessities to local residents. With the end of the month approaching and the ministry serving a growing number of people, organizers say there are several... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter announces $0 and $25 adoption fees

Thursday, September 17

The Walker County Animal Shelter is offering special adoption fees as part of a national adoption event sponsored by the BISSELL Pet Foundation and Cathy Bissell. Beginning tomorrow, eligible animals will be available for adoption with fees of either zero dollars or 25 dollars. Shelter officials... Read More.

Former LaFayette High School Athletic Director sentenced to 60 years in child pornography case

Thursday, September 17

A former Walker County Schools athletic director and assistant principal has been sentenced to 60 years in prison following a child pornography investigation conducted by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The Catoosa County Clerk’s Office confirmed Thursday that Ronnie Massey was sentenced to 60 years.... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, September 17

100 Rossville Senior Center 101 Bryan St, Rossville, GA 97 South Walker Head Start 3 Probasco St, LaFayette, GA 100 LaFayette High School Round Pound Rd, LaFayette, GA 100 North LaFayette Elementary 610 N Duke St, LaFayette, GA 100 LaFayette Middle School 419 Roadrunner... Read More.

Friday Night Football Preview

Thursday, September 17

Northwest Whitfield (3-1) vs. Woodland-Cartersville — 7:30. The Bruins have stacked consecutive 40-point nights. Defensively Northwest Whitfield is allowing only 17.3 points per game. That's good enough for 9th in 4A football in the state. North Murray (0-3) at LaFayette (3-0) — 7:30. LaFayette has... Read More.

Georgia Labor Force, Employment Reach Record Highs as Unemployment Falls to 3.2%

Thursday, September 17

Georgia reached new records for both its labor force and number of employed residents in August, while the state's unemployment rate declined to its lowest level in two and a half years. The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the state's labor force increased... Read More.

Walker County Fire Rescue Now Hiring Firefighters

Wednesday, September 16

Walker County Fire Rescue is looking to add new firefighters to its ranks, with applications now being accepted for positions offering a starting salary of $53,965. The department is advertising a variety of benefits for new hires, including a 3% pay increase for those certified... Read More.

Rock City Says New Sound Data Shows Proposed Gondola Would Be Quieter Than Common Household Appliances

Wednesday, September 16

Rock City leaders say new sound data indicates the proposed gondola project on Lookout Mountain would operate at noise levels comparable to a quiet neighborhood, as the company continues responding to concerns from nearby residents. Noise and increased traffic have been among the concerns raised... Read More.

Rossville City Council Discusses BridgTRK Project, Flock Camera Use

Tuesday, September 15

The Rossville City Council discussed a proposed technology development and the use of Flock cameras in the city during its meeting Monday. According to reporting from WRCB Local 3 Chattanooga, the council opened the floor to BridgTRK co-founder Joe Morgan to answer questions from residents... Read More.

Walker County School Board to Consider Capital Projects, School Improvements at September 21 Meeting

Tuesday, September 15

The Walker County Board of Education will meet Monday, September 21, with several capital projects, school purchases and agreements on the agenda. The board’s regular session is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Walker County Department of Education Building, located at 301 North Cherokee Street... Read More.

Walker Rocks Park Trail Being Paved at Walker County Civic Center

Walker County Voters Prepare for November 3 Election; Early Voting Begins October 13

Feeding LaFayette Food Ministries Seeks Community Support as End of Month Approaches

Walker County Animal Shelter announces $0 and $25 adoption fees

Former LaFayette High School Athletic Director sentenced to 60 years in child pornography case

Walker County Restaurant Report

Friday Night Football Preview

Georgia Labor Force, Employment Reach Record Highs as Unemployment Falls to 3.2%

Walker County Fire Rescue Now Hiring Firefighters

Rock City Says New Sound Data Shows Proposed Gondola Would Be Quieter Than Common Household Appliances

Rossville City Council Discusses BridgTRK Project, Flock Camera Use

Walker County School Board to Consider Capital Projects, School Improvements at September 21 Meeting

Local/Regional News

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