Some severe weather is headed our way beginning later today and into Friday. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City says this storm could be an unprecedented event for north and central parts of Georgia given the strength of the hurricane. Walker County officials are... Read More.
The Walker County Board of Commissioner’s meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024 has been postponed due to inclement weather.
The county’s Alcoholic Beverage Commission meeting for Thursday, September 26, 2024 has also been postponed. Both meetings will be rescheduled at a later date.
Governor Brian... Read More.
Due to this weather closure and system announcement of Walker County closing, the Lafayette Home coming parade is canceled and Fridays .
Football game, has been moved to Saturday, Kickoff will be at 1:00PM. Home coming ceremony will be held at 1/2 time on the... Read More.
Due to expected severe weather, Georgia Northwestern Technical College will be closing on Thursday, September 26, at 3:00 pm. The college will remain closed on Friday, September 27.
In light of the impending severe weather conditions from Hurricane Helene, Walker County Schools will be closed on Thursday, September 26, and Friday, September 27, 2024. The latest forecasts predict high winds, significant power outages, fallen trees, and extensive flooding across our area, making... Read More.
The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a fatal one vehicle accident on Lookout Mountain involving a person who had previously been reported missing, found deceased in a roadside ravine. Troopers say they were called to the crash scene near the intersection of GA-136 and Lookout Drive late... Read More.
Governor Kemp has declared a State of Emergency in response to Tropical Storm Helene
As we monitor Tropical Storm Helene’s path and potential impact, I have declared a State of Emergency enabling emergency management teams to prepare for and direct resources well in advance of... Read More.
The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a fatal one vehicle accident on Lookout Mountain involving a person who had previously been reported missing, found deceased in a roadside ravine.
Troopers say they were called to the crash scene near the intersection of GA-136 East and Lookout Drive late... Read More.
Road paving continues in Walker County. Crews have started working this week on Childress Hollow Road. Work will start soon on other nearby roads. If you travel this area expect some delays over the next two weeks while repaving work happens.
Lots of rain in... Read More.