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Walker County Historic Courthouse Adds new ADA Accessible Ramp
The historic Walker County Courthouse received a much-needed upgrade last month with the addition of an ADA accessible ramp. The ramp provides access from the parking lot to the first floor, where an elevator can be used to reach the other levels.
Walker County Celebrates Public Safety Telecommunicators Week April 13-19
We have some amazing dispatchers who work at our 911 Center. The team has already worked multiple weather events, a massive brush fire, a triple murder/suicide, a plane crash and other stressful situations, in addition to the calls they would normally receive over the... Read More.
Tennessee Woman Sentenced to Prison for Home Invasion by Wielding a Pair of Hedge Clippers
April 7th 2025 – Ringgold, GA – On February 25, 2025, Samantha Hyatte, a 37 year-old woman from
Dayton, Tennessee entered a plea of guilty to two counts of Home Invasion in the First Degree, two
counts of Aggravated Assault, and Attempted Armed Robbery in the... Read More.
Walker County Steps Up Enforcing Georgia’s Unsecured and Uncovered Load Law
Walker County will step up its enforcement of the Georgia’s unsecured and uncovered load law this month in an effort to address a growing concern over roadside trash. Warnings will be issued this month. Then on May 1st, citations will be written with progressive... Read More.
Senior Men’s Golf Tournament Cancelled at City of LaFayette Golf Course
We are sorry to announce that the Senior Men’s tournament April 7, has been cancelled due to the amount of rain accumulated. To register for the 4man Senior Men’s tournament next Monday, 4/14/25, please call the pro shop.
Walker County Chamber of Commerce Helping With Donations to Support Ridgeland High Seniors
The Walker County Chamber of Commerce 2024-2025 Leadership Team is taking donations to support Seniors at Ridgeland High School. The school has 100 seniors who may not walk the stage at graduation, simply because they cannot afford their Cap and Gowns and or dress... Read More.
2024 Audit of Governmental and Business-Type Activities of Walker County
The fiscal 2024 audit of governmental and business-type activities of Walker County was presented to the Walker County Board of Commissioners last night. Links to the audit and the auditor's presentation are available in the story on their website. HERE
GNTC honors Electrical Lineworker program graduates for spring 2025
Thirteen students graduated on Wednesday, April 2, from Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Electrical Lineworker program during a ceremony at GNTC’s Polk County Campus in Rockmart.
The students experienced a vigorous, 10-week training program that included donated equipment such as trucks, poles and climbing equipment,... Read More.
Chickamauga Park Stage Nearing Completion Despite Vandals
Even though vandals have defaced the newly constructed stage in Chickamauga, it will not stop the completion. As you can see in the photos, the stage is looking good and nearing the final "stages". If anyone has any information on the vandalism, please contact... Read More.
LaFayette High School SkillsUSA Hosting CPR For Students
LaFayette High School SkillsUSA is hosting several CPR classes to help fund their trip to nationals this summer. If you need CPR certifications for summer jobs, for coaching or family members please see the link below for more information. Classes are limited to 12... Read More.