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WALKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO CONVENE FOR OCTOBER MEETING

Sunday, September 28

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its next regular meeting on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the county’s official chambers and is open to the public. Chairwoman Shannon Whitfield Teems will call the meeting to... Read More.

Dillingham Named New GDOT Area Manager for Northwest Georgia

Friday, September 26

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has appointed Joel Dillingham as the new District 6 Area 4 Manager, putting him at the helm of all construction and maintenance projects in Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, and Walker counties. Dillingham brings nearly two decades of experience with GDOT... Read More.

Restaurant Health Inspection Report

Thursday, September 25

91 Krystal 2354 N Main St La Fayette, GA 100 Peavine Local 253 Pierce Rd Rock Spring, GA 95 Pie Slingers LLC 56 A Fieldstone Village Dr. Rock Spring, GA

Disaster Relief Still Available for Walker County Residents and Businesses

Wednesday, September 24

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding residents and business owners in Catoosa, Walker, and Whitfield Counties that federal disaster assistance remains available following the severe storms and flooding that struck the region on August 12, 2025. Individuals and businesses impacted by the disaster... Read More.

DAV & RecruitMilitary to Host Virtual Career Fair for Veterans and Military Spouses

Wednesday, September 24

Connecting America’s Heroes with Career Opportunities on September 30 DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and RecruitMilitary are teaming up to host a Virtual Career Fair designed to connect members of the military community with employers actively seeking their skills and experience. The Eastern Region Virtual Career... Read More.

LaFayette Softball Sweeps Adairsville in Dominant Doubleheader

Wednesday, September 24

The LaFayette High School softball program had a big night on the diamond Tuesday, with both the varsity and junior varsity teams notching decisive wins over Adairsville. The varsity squad turned in a strong all-around performance, defeating Adairsville 7–2. Addi Hogue was dominant in the... Read More.

City of LaFayette Planning Commission Meeting Announcement

Wednesday, September 24

The City of LaFayette Planning Commission will meet September 29th. The meeting will start at 6pm at the Old Federal Building.

LaFayette Volleyball Wraps Up Region Play with Strong Finish

Tuesday, September 23

The LaFayette High School volleyball team closed out region play this week with an impressive 8-2 record, solidifying their spot as one of the top teams in the area. On Tuesday night, the varsity squad faced tough competition, dropping their first match to top-ranked Calhoun... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Temporarily Closed After Parvovirus Case

Tuesday, September 23

The Walker County Animal Shelter has temporarily closed its doors after a stray animal tested positive for parvovirus, a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease affecting dogs. According to shelter staff, a juvenile stray brought in less than a week ago began showing symptoms of... Read More.

LaFayette Firefighters Help Make Aerial Dream Come True for Local Senior

Tuesday, September 23

A special wish took flight over LaFayette recently, thanks to a collaboration between the LaFayette Fire Department’s Red Shift crew and Pruitt Healthcare. Through Pruitt Healthcare’s Committed to Care program, Ms. Henderson, an elderly resident, was given the opportunity to see her hometown from the... Read More.

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN JUDICIAL CIRCUIT HONORS GBI SPECIAL AGENT JOE MONTGOMERY UPON RETIREMENT

Tuesday, September 23

The Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office has expressed its gratitude to Special Agent in Charge Joe Montgomery as he retires after more than four decades of service with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Montgomery’s career with the GBI began in 1984, where he... Read More.

Motorcycle Rider Airlifted After Collision With Truck in Walker County

Tuesday, September 23

WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — A motorcyclist was airlifted to Erlanger Medical Center following a serious crash on GA 136 early Monday morning, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The crash occurred around 7:01 a.m. near mile marker 7. Troopers say a white Ford F-450 hauling... Read More.

WALKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO CONVENE FOR OCTOBER MEETING

Dillingham Named New GDOT Area Manager for Northwest Georgia

Restaurant Health Inspection Report

Disaster Relief Still Available for Walker County Residents and Businesses

DAV & RecruitMilitary to Host Virtual Career Fair for Veterans and Military Spouses

LaFayette Softball Sweeps Adairsville in Dominant Doubleheader

City of LaFayette Planning Commission Meeting Announcement

LaFayette Volleyball Wraps Up Region Play with Strong Finish

Walker County Animal Shelter Temporarily Closed After Parvovirus Case

LaFayette Firefighters Help Make Aerial Dream Come True for Local Senior

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN JUDICIAL CIRCUIT HONORS GBI SPECIAL AGENT JOE MONTGOMERY UPON RETIREMENT

Motorcycle Rider Airlifted After Collision With Truck in Walker County

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