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Kemp Calls Special Georgia Legislative Session on Redistricting, Election Law Changes

Wednesday, May 13

Brian Kemp has called a special session of the Georgia General Assembly focused on redistricting and election law changes, with lawmakers set to convene June 17, 2026. The announcement comes just days after Tennessee Republicans approved a controversial redistricting plan in their state and follows... Read More.

Governor Kemp Signs Rep. Mike Cameron’s Legislation Authorizing Newborn Safety Devices at Emergency Facilities

Wednesday, May 13

Governor Kemp Signs Rep. Mike Cameron’s Legislation Authorizing Newborn Safety Devices at Emergency Facilities ATLANTA – State Representative Mike Cameron (R–Rossville) applauds Governor Brian Kemp for signing his legislation, House Bill 350, into law, which authorizes the placement of newborn safety devices at fire stations,... Read More.

Cloudland Canyon State Park and James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park to Host Independence Day Events for America’s 250th Anniversary

Tuesday, May 12

Visitors planning to celebrate Independence Day in Northwest Georgia will find plenty of patriotic fun at Cloudland Canyon State Park and James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park as part of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites’ statewide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. This year’s Fourth... Read More.

Walker County Voters to See Party Questions on Primary Ballots Tuesday

Tuesday, May 12

Voters heading to the polls in Walker County on Tuesday will see more than just candidate races on their primary election ballot. In addition to voting for candidates, voters who choose either a Republican or Democratic ballot will also see a series of party questions... Read More.

Chickamauga Battlefield Celebrates Completion Of Dyer Road Restoration Project

Tuesday, May 12

Officials with the National Park Service recently celebrated the completion of the newly restored Dyer Road at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park as part of a major roadway improvement effort within the historic battlefield. Park officials gathered Friday, May 8, to mark the completion... Read More.

Georgia Expands Spay and Neuter Grant Program With Record $1.15 Million Investment

Monday, May 11

Georgia Department of Agriculture is expanding access to affordable spay and neuter services statewide through a record $1.15 million investment in Georgia’s Dog and Cat Sterilization Program Grant. Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announced the funding this week, saying the program is designed to help... Read More.

Trion High School Senior Remains in ICE Custody Following Traffic Crash Arrest

Monday, May 11

A northwest Georgia community is rallying around a Trion High School senior who remains in federal immigration custody just days before graduation after being arrested earlier this month following a traffic crash in Walker County. According to authorities, 19-year-old Elder Macario was arrested after deputies... Read More.

Rossville Coffee Shop Closing as Family Plans Move to Mexico Following Mother’s ICE Detention

Monday, May 11

A small coffee shop in Rossville is preparing to close its doors after three years in business, with the owners citing a deeply personal family matter behind the decision. According to a post shared on social media, Buenos Dias Coffee announced it will be selling... Read More.

Chickamauga Awarded $1.45 Million To Complete Cleanup Of Former Crystal Springs Print Works Site

Monday, May 11

The City of Chickamauga is set to move forward with long-awaited redevelopment plans for the former Crystal Springs Print Works Factory after receiving $1.45 million in federal funding to help clean up the abandoned mill property and revitalize the surrounding historic district. On Monday, May... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff’s Office, GBI Investigating Death of Six-Month-Old Infant

Monday, May 11

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation are conducting an investigation following the death of a six-month-old infant early Monday morning in Chickamauga. According to Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson, deputies and Walker County EMS were dispatched to a residence located... Read More.

Community Meeting Scheduled on Naomi Area Rezoning Request

Sunday, May 10

A community meeting has been scheduled to discuss a proposed rezoning request in the Naomi area of Walker County. The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. on Monday, May 18, at Naomi Baptist Church, located at 4171 Highway 136 in LaFayette. The meeting will focus... Read More.

Walker County Approves Spay and Neuter Ordinance for Animal Control Violators

Sunday, May 10

The Walker County Board of Commissioners has approved a new ordinance requiring certain dog and cat owners found in violation of the county’s animal control laws to spay or neuter their pets. Commissioners voted Thursday, May 7, to amend Chapter 6 of the Walker County... Read More.

Kemp Calls Special Georgia Legislative Session on Redistricting, Election Law Changes

Governor Kemp Signs Rep. Mike Cameron’s Legislation Authorizing Newborn Safety Devices at Emergency Facilities

Cloudland Canyon State Park and James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park to Host Independence Day Events for America’s 250th Anniversary

Walker County Voters to See Party Questions on Primary Ballots Tuesday

Chickamauga Battlefield Celebrates Completion Of Dyer Road Restoration Project

Georgia Expands Spay and Neuter Grant Program With Record $1.15 Million Investment

Trion High School Senior Remains in ICE Custody Following Traffic Crash Arrest

Rossville Coffee Shop Closing as Family Plans Move to Mexico Following Mother’s ICE Detention

Chickamauga Awarded $1.45 Million To Complete Cleanup Of Former Crystal Springs Print Works Site

Walker County Sheriff’s Office, GBI Investigating Death of Six-Month-Old Infant

Community Meeting Scheduled on Naomi Area Rezoning Request

Walker County Approves Spay and Neuter Ordinance for Animal Control Violators

Local/Regional News

City of LaFayette Begins 2026 Road Paving Project with TSPLOST and State Funding

Walker County Animal Shelter Seeking Donations to Help Care for Shelter Pets

Walker County Restaurant Report

Strong Winds Cause Downed Trees, Power Outages Across Chickamauga