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Walker County Shows Slight Unemployment Increase From April

In the latest update from the Georgia Department of Labor shows that in the Northwest Georgia Region, unemployment is up to 3.3% from last month's number, 2.8%.Walker County's total workforce is at 31,651with 30,615 employed. 1,036 or 3.3% is unemployed, a growth of 0.7%... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-22-2023

If you need to renew your Georgia Department of Human Services benefits, you can now do so at the Lafayette-Walker County Public Library.  A self service kiosk has been installed to serve you. Seven felony arrests were booked into the Walker County Detention Center on... Read More.

Fireworks Schedules for July 4th, 2023

July the 4th is coming up in less than two weeks and, as is tradition, there will be fireworks aplenty! We've gathered together a list of local fireworks shows so that your family can find the most convenient location to go watch.Chickamauga, Georgia: -The City... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-21-2023

The 4th of July is quickly approaching, if your looking for fireworks to enjoy, there are plenty around the area. LaFayette will have their Freedom Festival June 30th at the Ross Abney Complex.  Fireworks will start around 10pm. Peavine Baptist Church in Rock Spring will have their Freedom... Read More.

LaFayette City Council Shares Regular Meeting Agenda

The LaFayette City Council will be holding their monthly meeting this evening, Tuesday, June 20, at 6:30 PM at City Hall on S Duke Street. The public is invited to attend and those who cannot make it in person are welcome to join online... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-20-2023

LaFayette City Council meeting is set for tonight.  The meeting takes place at City Hall.  It starts at 6:30pm. The Walker County Detention Center had just one felony arrest on Sunday.  25-year-old Cody Dean Gleash was charged with exploitation and intimidation of a disabled person... Read More.

Walker County Schools Shares Agenda for June 19th Board of Education Meeting

The Walker County Board of Education has shared the official agenda for their meeting on Monday, June 19th at 6:00pm.I. CALL TO ORDER II. INVOCATION III. PLEDGE TO FLAGS IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA V. ITEMS OF INFORMATION i. Superintendent's Report ii. Facilities Update VI. INDIVIDUAL ACTION ITEMS i. Financial Report ii. Resolution to... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-19-2023

Walker County is holding a public meeting today.  The meeting will be an update on the Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail.  The project would like two existing walking paths connecting downtown Chickamauga with the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park.  The meeting happens at 5:30... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-16-2023

Wednesday saw ten booked into the Walker County Detention Center on felony charges.  Four of which were meth related charges.  46-year-old Brandy Nicole Weever, 37-year-old Carl Richard Standridge, 32-year-old Jake Tyler Brown and 59-year-old Michael Anthony Helton were all charged with possession of meth. Hopefully... Read More.

WQCH & Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-15-23

The City of LaFayette posted a scam alert yesterday on social media.  Some one has been contacting customers from the Walker County Water Authority saying the City of LaFayette has taken it over.  They continue to collect information for payments from the customer.  The... Read More.