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Georgia Primary Runoff Sets Stage for High-Stakes November Elections

Tuesday, June 16

Georgia voters made several key decisions Tuesday in the state's primary runoff elections, determining party nominees for a number of statewide offices ahead of the November general election. In the Republican race for U.S. Senate, Congressman Mike Collins defeated first-time candidate Derek Dooley to secure... Read More.

Walker County Invites Residents to Participate in New Community Survey

Tuesday, June 16

Walker County residents will soon have another opportunity to provide input on local issues through a new community survey initiative. County officials announced the launch of a new FlashVote community survey, giving residents a chance to share their opinions and help guide future decisions. Residents who... Read More.

Walker County Students Earn GNTC Foundation Scholarships

Tuesday, June 16

Several Walker County students are among the recipients of scholarships awarded by The Foundation at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), which recently distributed 48 scholarships totaling more than $37,000 to 47 graduating high school seniors across northwest Georgia. Among the Walker County recipients of the... Read More.

Walker County Man Receives 300 Years in Prison for Possessing Child Pornography.

Tuesday, June 16

On June 3rd, a Walker County jury convicted Mark Anthony Williams of possessing massive amounts of child sexual abuse material, after a three-day trial before Superior Court Judge Chris Arnt. Williams, 68, was convicted on all 16 counts of sexual exploitation of children by possessing child sexual... Read More.

Chickamauga Begins Storm Debris Cleanup, Residents Asked to Request Pickup

Monday, June 15

The City of Chickamauga is working to remove storm debris following damaging winds that caused widespread power outages and left numerous downed trees throughout the community over the weekend. City officials say crews are actively cleaning up areas across Chickamauga, but the amount of debris... Read More.

Walker County Voters Preparing for Georgia General Primary Runoff Election

Monday, June 15

Voters across Walker County are preparing for the General Primary Runoff Election Tuesday, with several statewide contests on the ballot. Voting precincts across the county will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Election officials remind voters that anyone in line by 7 p.m.... Read More.

Local Historian to Share Walker County’s Rich History at Community Presentation

Monday, June 15

Residents interested in learning more about the people, places, and events that shaped Walker County are invited to attend a special presentation by local historian Dr. Boyle on Tuesday, June 16. The program will begin at 5 p.m. and will offer attendees an opportunity to... Read More.

Walker County Residents Invited to Final Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting

Monday, June 15

Walker County residents will have one more opportunity to help shape the community's future during the third and final stakeholder meeting for the Walker County Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting will be held Thursday, June 25, at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052... Read More.

Walker and Catoosa County Drivers Enjoy Some of Georgia’s Lowest Gas Prices

Monday, June 15

Drivers in Walker and Catoosa counties are seeing some of the lowest gas prices in Georgia as fuel costs continue to decline statewide, according to the latest report from AAA – The Auto Club Group. The Catoosa-Walker market is currently averaging $3.57 per gallon for... Read More.

City of LaFayette Begins 2026 Road Paving Project with TSPLOST and State Funding

Sunday, June 14

The City of LaFayette’s 2026 road paving project is officially underway, with contractors beginning work Monday on Anthony Street as part of a planned series of roadway improvements throughout the city. The paving project will include several streets across LaFayette, with work scheduled on: Anthony... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Seeking Donations to Help Care for Shelter Pets

Sunday, June 14

The Walker County Animal Shelter is asking for community support as it works to provide care, comfort, and essential supplies for the animals currently in its care. Shelter officials say the continued generosity of local residents has made a significant difference, but several items are... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Sunday, June 14

85 Huddle House, 14 Bushrod Johnson Ave Chickamauga, GA 100 Candlelight Forest, 9862 Hwy 193 Chickamauga, GA 100 Camp Adahi Pool, 125 Camp Adahi Rd. Cloudland, GA 100 Camp Adahi, 125 Camp Adahi Rd. Cloudland, GA 100 Vienna Bier Garten, 1391 N Main St.... Read More.

Georgia Primary Runoff Sets Stage for High-Stakes November Elections

Walker County Invites Residents to Participate in New Community Survey

Walker County Students Earn GNTC Foundation Scholarships

Walker County Man Receives 300 Years in Prison for Possessing Child Pornography.

Chickamauga Begins Storm Debris Cleanup, Residents Asked to Request Pickup

Walker County Voters Preparing for Georgia General Primary Runoff Election

Walker County Residents Invited to Final Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting

Walker and Catoosa County Drivers Enjoy Some of Georgia’s Lowest Gas Prices

City of LaFayette Begins 2026 Road Paving Project with TSPLOST and State Funding

Walker County Animal Shelter Seeking Donations to Help Care for Shelter Pets

Walker County Restaurant Report

Local/Regional News

Walker County Commissioners Discuss Possible Property Tax Increase to Fund Fire Department Expansion

MARS THEATER WELCOMES SEASONED PERFORMER DMC FOR AN EVENING OF POP, COUNTRY & BROADWAY FAVORITES

Walker County Voters to Receive New School Board District Assignments Ahead of November Election

Walker County Officials Announce Rock Spring Polling Place Change