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Walker County Schools Closed
Walker County Schools are closed on Friday, January 10, 2025.
Walker County Libraries Closed Friday and Saturday
LaFayette, Chickamauga and Rossville Libraries in Walker County will be closed January 10 and 11 due to weather.
Governor Kemp Issues Statewide State of Emergency
Governor Brian Kemp has issued a statewide State of Emergency ahead of tomorrow’s inclement weather to ensure Georgia is as prepared as possible for the winter storm.Hazardous conditions can develop quickly and make travel dangerous, so he encourages all Georgians to stay vigilant as... Read More.
City of LaFayette Closed Friday, January 10, 2025
All City of LaFayette offices will be closed on Friday, January 10th, due to the threat of a significant winter storm. Public Works, Public Safety, and Utility departments will remain on duty, ensuring essential services are maintained during this weather event.
NWS Issues Winter Storm Warning
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...A mix of multiple winter precipitation types are expected.
Total snow and sleet accumulations up to 3 inches and ice
accumulations up to one third of an inch are possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central,... Read More.
GDOT Prepares for Winter Storm
Ahead of the increasing threat of snowfall and icy conditions expected to arrive across much of Georgia early Friday morning, the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) began active brine operations overnight which continued this morning across metro Atlanta and north Georgia, with application... Read More.
Tips to Prepare Your Home for the Winter Weather Blast
This is a reminder for homeowners and renters that preparing for inclement weather is essential to avoiding wintertime repairs. Prolonged periods of below-freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on a home’s heating system, plumbing, and exterior features.
According to AAA, the average regional frozen pipe claim... Read More.
City of LaFayette Special Election March 18, 2025
CALL FOR SPECIAL ELECTION
Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 21-2-540, a special election shall be held in City of LaFayette to fill the vacancy in the office of City Council Member, Ward 1, caused by the passing of the Honorable... Read More.
All Walker County Government Offices Closed January 10, 2025
All County Government Offices including the Courthouse will be closed on Friday, January 10, 2025 due to inclement weather.