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Catoosa-Dade-Walker Gas Prices Among Lowest in Georgia as Statewide Average Climbs

Monday, September 7

Drivers in Catoosa, Dade and Walker counties are seeing some of the lowest gasoline prices in Georgia even as Labor Day travel pushes prices sharply higher across the state. According to AAA, the Catoosa-Dade-Walker area is averaging $3.83 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, placing... Read More.

Megan Moroney to Revamp SEC Nation Theme Song

Saturday, September 5

Country music star Megan Moroney is putting her own spin on one of college football’s most recognizable television themes. As the SEC Network begins its 13th fall season, the network has tapped the Georgia-bred singer and songwriter to revamp the theme song and opening sequence... Read More.

Northwest Georgia Football Roundup: Ringgold, Dade County Earn Wins as Several Area Teams Light Up Scoreboard

Saturday, September 5

Dalton 50, Heritage 14 - Dalton improves to 3-0 with an impressive win over Heritage. Northwest Whitfield 42, Sonoraville 20 - The Bruins improved to 2-1 and carry a 22-point win into next week’s showcase at North Murray. Adairsville 31, North Murray 0 - The Mountaineers... Read More.

Chickamauga Council to Consider Millage Rates, SPLOST Bonds and Annexation at Tuesday Meeting

Friday, September 4

The Chickamauga City Council will take up property tax rates, a proposed annexation, financing for SPLOST projects and several other matters when it meets Tuesday, September 8. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at 1817 Lee Clarkson Road in Chickamauga. Among the most significant items... Read More.

Walker County Brings Back ‘Mulch Madness’ for One-Day Free Mulch Giveaway

Friday, September 4

Walker County residents who missed out on last month’s “Mulch Madness” will have another opportunity to pick up free mulch this weekend. The Walker County Landfill is bringing the popular giveaway back for a one-day encore on Saturday, September 5. During the event, visitors can receive... Read More.

Contractor Damaged Gas Line That Shut Down Battlefield Parkway for Hours

Thursday, September 3

A gas leak that forced Battlefield Parkway to close for several hours Wednesday was caused by a contractor digging into a gas line, according to Atlanta Gas Light. Atlanta Gas Light crews responded to a report of a damaged gas line near Fant Road in... Read More.

Friday Night Football Schedule

Thursday, September 3

Bremen at Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe 7:30 ET Calhoun at Troup County 7:30 ET Christian Heritage at Pepperell 7:30 ET Coahulla Creek at Southeast Whitfield 7:30 ET Coosa at Gordon Central 7:30 ET Dade County at Temple 7:30 ET Dalton at Heritage 7:30 ET Gordon Lee at Ringgold 7:30 ET Model at Chattooga 7:30 ET North Murray at Adairsville 7:30 ET Sonoraville at Northwest Whitfield 7:30 ET Trion... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners Approve FY2027 Budget, Lower Millage Rates

Thursday, September 3

The Walker County Board of Commissioners approved the county’s fiscal year 2027 budget and lower property tax millage rates Thursday night, while also taking action on zoning requests, courthouse repairs and a proposed office lease. Commissioners approved Resolution R-058-26, adopting the county’s general fund budget... Read More.

Update: Walker County Data Center Committee Told Outright Ban Is Not ‘Legally Viable’

Thursday, September 3

Updated Story: As Walker County considers how to handle potential data center development, county officials say one option is effectively off the table: an outright ban. During the inaugural meeting of the Walker County Data Center Development Standards Study Committee, Planning and Zoning Director Jon Pursley... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners Set to Vote on Approval of 2027 Budget Tonight

Thursday, September 3

Walker County commissioners are expected to consider final approval of the county’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget when they meet tonight. The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regularly scheduled meeting today at 6:30 p.m. at the Walker County Courthouse Annex IV, located at... Read More.

LaFayette Trash Pickup Delayed One Day for Labor Day Holiday

Wednesday, September 2

The City of LaFayette is advising residents of a change to the trash collection schedule due to the Labor Day holiday. According to the City of LaFayette Public Works Department, trash normally scheduled for pickup on Monday, Sept. 7, will instead be collected on Tuesday,... Read More.

Stocking Full of Love Labor Day Car and Motorcycle Show Returns for 34th Year

Wednesday, September 2

Classic cars, motorcycles and a good cause will come together in Walker County as the Al Millard Memorial Stocking Full of Love hosts its 34th annual Labor Day Car and Motorcycle Show. The event will be held Monday, Sept. 7, from 8 a.m. until 3... Read More.

Catoosa-Dade-Walker Gas Prices Among Lowest in Georgia as Statewide Average Climbs

Megan Moroney to Revamp SEC Nation Theme Song

Northwest Georgia Football Roundup: Ringgold, Dade County Earn Wins as Several Area Teams Light Up Scoreboard

Chickamauga Council to Consider Millage Rates, SPLOST Bonds and Annexation at Tuesday Meeting

Walker County Brings Back ‘Mulch Madness’ for One-Day Free Mulch Giveaway

Contractor Damaged Gas Line That Shut Down Battlefield Parkway for Hours

Friday Night Football Schedule

Walker County Commissioners Approve FY2027 Budget, Lower Millage Rates

Update: Walker County Data Center Committee Told Outright Ban Is Not ‘Legally Viable’

Walker County Commissioners Set to Vote on Approval of 2027 Budget Tonight

LaFayette Trash Pickup Delayed One Day for Labor Day Holiday

Stocking Full of Love Labor Day Car and Motorcycle Show Returns for 34th Year

Local/Regional News

Destination Stays Helped Drive Tourism in Walker County

LaFayette Lady Ramblers Fall in Five Sets in State Final Four

New Report Reveals Explosions and Dangerous Conditions During Deadly Rossville Shed Fire

Walker County Data Center Committee Moves Toward Stricter Development Regulations