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WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 1-29-24

Former Georgia State Patrol Commander Don Stultz is challenging longtime Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson in an upcoming Republican primary for the post. The two men both hail from Northwest Georgia, each have more than 40 years of experience in law enforcement and have known... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 1-26-24

The LaFayette Police Department has released their arrest numbers from 2023.  The department recorded 52 felony arrests last year.  74 drug arrests.  57 DUI's and 1,112 traffic citations were written.  There were more than 10,000 calls to 911.Teh December unemployment rate for Northwest Georgia... Read More.

Northwest Georgia Unemployment Rate Showing Positive Growth

The unemployment rate for the Northwest Georgia Region was down in the month of December with statistics for the year showing positive growth in the region.A January 2024 press release from the Georgia Department of Labor shows that the unemployment rate was down one-tenth... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 1-25-24

A flood watch is in effect for Walker County until 7pm Friday.  2-to-4 inches of rain is expected through Friday.  We'll see several rounds of showers and storms today and tomorrow.  If you spot a flooded roadway, no not attempt to drive through it. ... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 1-24-24

Walker County officials remind you that there is just one week left if you want to get your letter in the Note to Self time capsule. The letters are being accepted through January 31. The time capsule will be opened in 2033. The 200th birthday... Read More.

Flood Watch Issued for North Georgia

A FLOOD WATCH has been issued for north and portions of central Georgia, including Walker County, from 7 PM Wednesday through 7 PM Friday. Total rainfall amounts from 2 to 4+ inches are expected inside the watch area with higher amounts in training storms.OVERVIEW:Showers... Read More.

Concerns Expressed Over Walker County Chairman’s Hiring Practices

During the January meeting of the Walker County Commission citizens and commissioners had questions for Whitfield regarding the Executive Administrative Assistant position and the hiring process.Stanley Matthews of Chickamauaga was the first to present concerns. Matthews spoke of his son who his home schooled... Read More.

Walker County Shares Time Capsule Note to Self

As Walker County observes its 190th anniversary and approaches its 200th, residents are encouraged to submit letters to themselves to be opened in 2033.Residents of today are encouraged to write a letter to their future self. These letters could include observations of life today... Read More.