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Ardurra Representatives In Villanow Area This Week

Wednesday, February 12

Ardurra representatives will be in the Villanow area this week working on a historic resources survey for Walker County. All staff working in the field will have the Ardurra logo on their high visibility vests. The survey area begins at the intersection of Hwy... Read More.

Walker County Chamber Of Commerce Annual Luncheon and Chamber Update

Wednesday, February 12

The Walker County Chamber of Commerce held their annual luncheon and Chamber update at the Walker County Civic Center on February 11th. The event was filled with connections, a celebration of excellence in the community and a meal provided by 54 Events and Planning. The... Read More.

City of LaFayette Parks and Rec Soccer Evaluations Relocated Due To Rain

Tuesday, February 11

Due to the forecast of rain through Thursday, soccer evaluations have been relocated to the Lowell Greene Gym at 301 Webb Wheeler Rd. The schedule is as follows: Tuesday, 2/11 6U - 5:30PM 8U - 6:30PM Thursday, 2/13 10U - 5:30PM 12U - 6:30PM 4U Soccer will not have evaluations. They... Read More.

Flood Watch In Effect Through Thursday

Tuesday, February 11

According to the National Weather Service, heavy rainfall is expected in Walker County between Tuesday and Thursday. The heaviest rainfall & greatest flood risk are expected Wednesday night. Around 3-5" is expected with a Flood Watch in effect from Tuesday night to Thursday morning.

Congratulations GRPU District 5, 14-U Soccer Champs!

Tuesday, February 11

Congratulations to the LaFayette youth, who took home the GRPA 14U District 5 Championship against Cedartown! They are LaFayette’s first 14U team to make it to the State Championship, where they had an impressive showing led by volunteer Coach Joe Matteson and the diligent... Read More.

NWS-Potential Flash Flooding In The Area

Monday, February 10

Flash flooding will be a hazard for travelers, especially Wednesday night with overnight flooding being more difficult to avoid. To prepare, visit https://gema.georgia.gov/floods-and-flash-floods.

North Georgia Field Director Luke Hetland At Walker County Civic Center Tuesday

Monday, February 10

Luke Hetland, the North Georgia Field Director for the Office of Lt. Governor Burt Jones, will be at the Read More.

Walker County Board of Education Tentative Meeting Agendas

Monday, February 10

The Walker County Board of Education Tentative Meeting Agendas February 11, 2025 6:00 p.m. - Planning Session - Advancing Education Center February 18, 2025 8:30 a.m. - Winter Work Session - Central Office February 18, 2025 6:00 p.m. - Regular Session -Central Office

Rambler Wrestlers Secure Spot At State!

Sunday, February 9

After 14 hours of wrestling at Chestatee HS, these guys secured their spot at the GHSA State Tournament! 💪🔥 Congratulations to these Rambler Wrestlers! 🥇Eli Pearson 1st 🥉Avery Davis 3rd 🥉Haygen Baker 3rd 🔸️Spencer Chadwick 4th ◾️Isaac Hamilton 6th 🔸️Nicholas Cigalina 6th ◾️Parker Greco 8th 🔸️Aaden McGuire 9th (alternate) 🔥State Championship Tournament will begin... Read More.

Walker County Post Commissioners Meeting Report

Friday, February 7

LaFayette, GA - Walker County Commissioners say they're looking to address the county's longstanding problem of stray and feral animal overpopulations, with a new pet surgical voucher program that will soon be coordinated by Walker County Animal Control. In Thursday night's two and a half... Read More.

Walker County Government Employees Take On New Responsibilities

Friday, February 7

According to Walker County Government, several current employees started the new year with new responsibilities. Dakiya Porter began working with Walker County in 2020 as an administrative assistant and most recently served as a communications specialist. During her tenure with the county, she has also... Read More.

Walker County Fire Hosts 4th Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team

Thursday, February 6

Walker County Fire Rescue hosted the 4th Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team. The team was being elevated on their response to a clandestine drug lab. (Photos Courtesy of Walker County Emergency Management)

Ardurra Representatives In Villanow Area This Week

Walker County Chamber Of Commerce Annual Luncheon and Chamber Update

City of LaFayette Parks and Rec Soccer Evaluations Relocated Due To Rain

Flood Watch In Effect Through Thursday

Congratulations GRPU District 5, 14-U Soccer Champs!

NWS-Potential Flash Flooding In The Area

North Georgia Field Director Luke Hetland At Walker County Civic Center Tuesday

Walker County Board of Education Tentative Meeting Agendas

Rambler Wrestlers Secure Spot At State!

Walker County Post Commissioners Meeting Report

Walker County Government Employees Take On New Responsibilities

Walker County Fire Hosts 4th Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team

Local/Regional News

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Walker County Voters Preparing for Georgia General Primary Runoff Election

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Walker County Residents Invited to Final Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting