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GNTC announces Free Application Week for the 2026 fall semester

Thursday, June 25

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a Free Application Week, June 29 through July 5, to help those who are seeking to enroll in the 2026 fall semester. GNTC will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming... Read More.

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Happening Today at Walker County Sheriff’s Office

Thursday, June 25

The 2026 Battle of the Badges blood drive is happening today, and community members still have time to roll up their sleeves and help save lives. Blood Assurance donation mobiles are set up in front of the Walker County Sheriff's Office and will remain on... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Reopens Following Canine Distemper Quarantine

Wednesday, June 24

The Walker County Animal Shelter has reopened following a 30-day quarantine after a litter of surrendered puppies tested positive for canine distemper virus. The shelter closed temporarily after all eight puppies in the litter contracted the highly contagious virus and later died. Officials said no... Read More.

Historic Peerless Woolen Mill Faces Demolition of Structurally Damaged Section in Rossville

Wednesday, June 24

A historic Rossville landmark is facing the removal of a structurally compromised section of the century-old Peerless Woolen Mill. Morehead Demolition Services, LLC, of Chattanooga, is preparing to tear down portions of the aging structure following another collapse during Monday’s severe storms. The demolition company... Read More.

Future of Historic Fort Oglethorpe Hospital Remains Uncertain as Community Weighs Preservation Efforts

Wednesday, June 24

Online discussions and community concerns have brought renewed attention to the future of a historic hospital property in Fort Oglethorpe that has remained vacant for nearly five years. The former Hutcheson Medical Center sits within the historic Barnhardt Circle area, a location with deep ties... Read More.

Rock Spring Elementary Teacher Secures $25,500 Grant to Expand STEM and Arts Education

Wednesday, June 24

Rock Spring Elementary School is celebrating one of its educators after STEM teacher Ralph Keith secured a $25,500 grant through the Mockingbird Charitable Fund, bringing new educational opportunities to students. School officials announced the award this week, praising Keith for his dedication to enhancing classroom... Read More.

Chickamauga Awarded $4 Million EPA Grant to Clean Up Former Crystal Springs Print Works Site

Wednesday, June 24

The City of Chickamauga has been awarded a $4 million Brownfields Cleanup Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help transform the former Crystal Springs Print Works property into a site ready for future redevelopment. City officials announced the funding this week, calling... Read More.

Fuller Requests Federal Funding to Address PFAS Contamination in Northwest Georgia Water Systems

Tuesday, June 23

Congressman Clay Fuller is urging federal lawmakers to increase funding to address PFAS contamination in drinking water systems across Northwest Georgia. Fuller recently sent letters to members of the House Appropriations Committee highlighting public health and infrastructure concerns related to the presence of PFAS, commonly... Read More.

GNTC Warns Students About Financial Aid Phishing Emails

Tuesday, June 23

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is warning students about a phishing email campaign targeting members of the college community. According to GNTC, fraudulent emails have recently been sent to some students from an address appearing to be the school's Financial Aid Office at [email protected]. While... Read More.

Chickamauga Residents Asked to Request Work Orders for Storm Debris Removal

Tuesday, June 23

The City of Chickamauga is asking residents with storm-damaged trees on their property to contact City Hall and request a work order for debris removal as cleanup efforts continue following this week's severe storms. City officials said residents should cut fallen trees into sections between... Read More.

Storms Leave Hundreds Without Power in Walker County

Monday, June 22

Strong storms that moved through the area Monday night left several hundred customers without power across Walker County. Crews from North Georgia EMC, EPB, and Georgia Power worked through the night to restore service to affected customers. In Chickamauga, a tree fell onto a home during... Read More.

Walker County Residents Encouraged to Help Win Annual Blood Drive Challenge

Monday, June 22

The Walker County Sheriff's Office is once again challenging the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office in a friendly competition aimed at saving lives through blood donation. The annual "Battle of the Badges" blood drive will take place Thursday, June 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.... Read More.

GNTC announces Free Application Week for the 2026 fall semester

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Happening Today at Walker County Sheriff’s Office

Walker County Animal Shelter Reopens Following Canine Distemper Quarantine

Historic Peerless Woolen Mill Faces Demolition of Structurally Damaged Section in Rossville

Future of Historic Fort Oglethorpe Hospital Remains Uncertain as Community Weighs Preservation Efforts

Rock Spring Elementary Teacher Secures $25,500 Grant to Expand STEM and Arts Education

Chickamauga Awarded $4 Million EPA Grant to Clean Up Former Crystal Springs Print Works Site

Fuller Requests Federal Funding to Address PFAS Contamination in Northwest Georgia Water Systems

GNTC Warns Students About Financial Aid Phishing Emails

Chickamauga Residents Asked to Request Work Orders for Storm Debris Removal

Storms Leave Hundreds Without Power in Walker County

Walker County Residents Encouraged to Help Win Annual Blood Drive Challenge

Local/Regional News

Walker County Commissioners Discuss Possible Property Tax Increase to Fund Fire Department Expansion

MARS THEATER WELCOMES SEASONED PERFORMER DMC FOR AN EVENING OF POP, COUNTRY & BROADWAY FAVORITES

Walker County Voters to Receive New School Board District Assignments Ahead of November Election

Walker County Officials Announce Rock Spring Polling Place Change