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Georgia Awarded Nearly $500 Million for Hurricane Helene Water Infrastructure Recovery

Thursday, September 10

Georgia is set to receive nearly $500 million in federal funding to strengthen drinking water and wastewater infrastructure in communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded the state $499.385 million. The funding will be... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, September 10

100 Adventure Acres 370 Salem Rd, Rossville, GA 90 Jack’s Family Restaurant-Chickamauga 201 Church St, Chickamauga, GA 100 Gordon Lee Middle/High School 105 Lee Cir, Chickamauga, GA 100 Cherokee Ridge Elementary 2433 Johnson Rd, Chickamauga, GA 96 Amigos Mexican Cocina, LLC 555 McFarland Ave,... Read More.

Friday Night Football Preview/Schedule

Thursday, September 10

Dalton (3-0) vs. Calhoun — 7:30 p.m. Freshman quarterback Hudson Ruppert was one of the state’s standout performers last week: 24-of-34 passing for 356 yards and five touchdowns, plus 59 rushing yards and another score in Dalton’s 50-14 win at Heritage. Dalton is averaging 40 points through... Read More.

Gov. Brian Kemp Proclaims September 26 National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia

Wednesday, September 9

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has proclaimed Saturday, September 26, 2026, as National Hunting and Fishing Day across the state, recognizing the role hunters and anglers play in conservation and Georgia’s outdoor heritage. The proclamation highlights Georgia’s long tradition of hunting and fishing and notes that... Read More.

O’Charley’s Reportedly Closing Nearly All Locations, Including Fort Oglethorpe Restaurant

Wednesday, September 9

O’Charley’s Reportedly Closing Nearly All Locations, Including Fort Oglethorpe Restaurant O’Charley’s Restaurant & Bar is reportedly closing nearly all of its remaining company-owned restaurants, including its location on Battlefield Parkway in Fort Oglethorpe. Multiple media outlets reported Wednesday that the Nashville-based restaurant chain is shutting down... Read More.

Walker County to Hold 9/11 Memorial Service Friday at Courthouse

Wednesday, September 9

Walker County will gather Friday morning to honor and remember the lives lost in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks as the nation marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The September 11 Memorial Service will begin at 8:40 a.m. Friday, September 11, at the Walker... Read More.

Lookout Mountain Calls Special Council Meeting at Request of Rock City Enterprises

Tuesday, September 8

The Town of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, will hold a special town council meeting later this month at the request of Rock City Enterprises, the company behind a proposed $30 million gondola project designed to transport visitors to Rock City from the valley below. The special... Read More.

Rep. Clay Fuller Plans Legislation to Limit Insanity Defense in Federal Cases

Tuesday, September 8

U.S. Rep. Clay Fuller says he plans to introduce legislation that would limit the use of the insanity defense in federal criminal cases. Fuller, a Republican representing Georgia, announced his plans in a post on X while commenting on the case of Lindsay Clancy, a... Read More.

Georgia Deer Archery Season Opens Saturday, Sept. 12

Tuesday, September 8

Georgia hunters will soon be heading back into the woods as the statewide deer archery season opens Saturday, Sept. 12. According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division, hunters may use archery equipment throughout the entire 2026-2027 deer season. Archery hunting continues to... Read More.

Armuchee Valley Community Center to Host Health Fair, Yard Sale Saturday

Monday, September 7

The Armuchee Valley Community Center will offer local residents an opportunity to learn more about their health while also doing some bargain hunting during two community events on Saturday, September 12. A community health fair will be held from 9 a.m. until noon at the... Read More.

Lookout Mountain Council to Vote on Rock City Gondola Proposal

Monday, September 7

After more than seven months of debate and growing division within the community, the Lookout Mountain City Council is preparing to decide whether to clear a regulatory path for Rock City’s controversial gondola proposal. The council will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. Monday,... Read More.

Peavine City Church Rossville to Offer Free Dental Clinic for Uninsured Adults

Monday, September 7

Adults without dental insurance will have an opportunity to receive free dental care next week during a clinic hosted by Peavine City Church Rossville. The free dental clinic will be held Sept. 14-16 at the church, located at 100 Spring Street in Rossville. The clinic will... Read More.

Georgia Awarded Nearly $500 Million for Hurricane Helene Water Infrastructure Recovery

Walker County Restaurant Report

Friday Night Football Preview/Schedule

Gov. Brian Kemp Proclaims September 26 National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia

O’Charley’s Reportedly Closing Nearly All Locations, Including Fort Oglethorpe Restaurant

Walker County to Hold 9/11 Memorial Service Friday at Courthouse

Lookout Mountain Calls Special Council Meeting at Request of Rock City Enterprises

Rep. Clay Fuller Plans Legislation to Limit Insanity Defense in Federal Cases

Georgia Deer Archery Season Opens Saturday, Sept. 12

Armuchee Valley Community Center to Host Health Fair, Yard Sale Saturday

Lookout Mountain Council to Vote on Rock City Gondola Proposal

Peavine City Church Rossville to Offer Free Dental Clinic for Uninsured Adults

Local/Regional News

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