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Walker County Animal Shelter Joins National “Empty the Shelters” Adoption Campaign

Monday, May 5

CHICKAMAUGA, GA — In a bid to find loving homes for its animals, the Walker County Animal Shelter (WCAS) has joined nearly 400 shelters nationwide in the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters®” event, the largest funded adoption initiative in the country. This marks... Read More.

Bronze Plaques Stolen from Sherman Reservation -Authorities Seek Public’s Help

Monday, May 5

Chattanooga, TN – Authorities are investigating the theft of three bronze plaques, valued at a total of $18,000, from the Sherman Reservation, located at 2419 North Crest Road. The incident occurred at approximately 12:01 p.m. on Sunday, May 4. According to the National Park Service,... Read More.

Walker County Secures $200,000 Grant to Improve Walker Rocks Trail

Monday, May 5

LaFayette, GA — Walker County has been awarded a $200,000 Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant to renovate the Walker Rocks Trail on the Walker County Civic Center campus, local officials announced this week. The project aims to replace the existing gravel path with a more... Read More.

Walker County Approves Resurfacing of Nearly 70 Miles of Roads by 2026

Monday, May 5

Walker County, GA — Nearly 70 miles of county roads are slated for resurfacing over the next two years, following approval by the Walker County Board of Commissioners. The contract was awarded to CW Matthews, a Georgia-based construction firm, after the county reviewed four... Read More.

Roper Looking To Partner With Food Trucks Due To Cafeteria Renovations

Sunday, May 4

Roper Corporation in Lafayette, Georgia is excited to announce a cafeteria renovation taking place from July through November! During this time, we’re seeking 2–3 food trucks each day, Monday through Thursday, to help feed our incredible team of over 2,600 employees working across three... Read More.

LaFayette’s Honeybee Festival Buzzes with Learning Opportunities

Saturday, May 3

LaFayette, GA – The annual Honeybee Festival is about more than just sweet treats and lively entertainment—it’s a celebration of nature, learning, and community. One of the most anticipated parts of the event each year is the seminar series, where curious minds gather to... Read More.

Severe Storm Update for May 3, 2025 6:45 PM

Saturday, May 3

Emergency Personnel are responding to multiple trees down on roadways and powerlines down. Please use caution if you must be out at this time. Power lines can cause severe harm and death. As a reminder, this is not the time to go see storm... Read More.

Severe Storms Impacted Walker County, GA Friday: Hail, Power Outages, and Flash Flooding

Saturday, May 3

Severe thunderstorms struck Walker County, Georgia, on Friday, May 2, 2025. Residents of LaFayette reported large hailstones, with Rhett Roberts sharing a notable photo on social media, of the hail at his home. The City of LaFayette experienced power outages, with city utility workers... Read More.

Walker County 4-H Expands Summer Fun with Two-Day Camp for Ages 7-11

Saturday, May 3

ROCK SPRING, GA — Walker County 4-H is bringing more summer excitement for local youth with the expansion of its popular day camp, open to children ages 7 to 11. The two-day camp will be held Thursday and Friday, June 12–13, 2025, from 9:00... Read More.

Power Outages in City of LaFayette Due to Storm

Friday, May 2

Update: Power has been restored. From City of LaFayette: Tonight’s storm has caused power outages in several areas throughout Lafayette. Our Electrical Department is fully aware of the situation and is actively working to restore service as quickly and safely as possible. We appreciate your... Read More.

Damaging Winds Possible as Severe Storms Threaten North Georgia Friday Afternoon

Friday, May 2

North Georgia could see severe weather on Friday, with the greatest risk for strong storms between 2 PM and 8 PM. Thunderstorms may linger into the evening hours. The primary concern is damaging wind gusts.

Grace Period Ends: Citations Now Issued for Unsecured Loads in Walker County

Thursday, May 1

Chickamauga, GA – The grace period for unsecured or uncovered vehicle loads in Walker County has officially ended. As of May 1, drivers who fail to properly secure their loads will no longer receive warnings—they will now be cited and required to appear in... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Joins National “Empty the Shelters” Adoption Campaign

Bronze Plaques Stolen from Sherman Reservation -Authorities Seek Public’s Help

Walker County Secures $200,000 Grant to Improve Walker Rocks Trail

Walker County Approves Resurfacing of Nearly 70 Miles of Roads by 2026

Roper Looking To Partner With Food Trucks Due To Cafeteria Renovations

LaFayette’s Honeybee Festival Buzzes with Learning Opportunities

Severe Storm Update for May 3, 2025 6:45 PM

Severe Storms Impacted Walker County, GA Friday: Hail, Power Outages, and Flash Flooding

Walker County 4-H Expands Summer Fun with Two-Day Camp for Ages 7-11

Power Outages in City of LaFayette Due to Storm

Damaging Winds Possible as Severe Storms Threaten North Georgia Friday Afternoon

Grace Period Ends: Citations Now Issued for Unsecured Loads in Walker County

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