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Walker County Commissioners to Vote on FY2027 Budget, Millage Rate at September Meeting

Friday, August 28

Walker County commissioners are set to consider final approval of the county’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget when they meet next week. The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular scheduled meeting Thursday, Sept. 3, at 6:30 p.m. at the Walker County Courthouse Annex... Read More.

Walker County Committee Begins Work on Data Center Development Standards

Friday, August 28

As data center development rapidly expands across Georgia, Walker County officials have begun examining what local regulations could be put in place to protect residents, infrastructure and natural resources if such facilities seek to locate in the county. The Walker County Data Center Development Standards... Read More.

Friday Night High School Football Schedule

Friday, August 28

The LaFayette Ramblers host Dade County in their home opener tonight. You can hear the game live on Georgia 93-7. Our pre-game coverage begins with the Sallie McGinnis State Farm Tailgate Show. Join Gabe Schray and Shawn "Butterbean" Green for the kickoff at 7:30pm. Other... Read More.

$268,000 Available to Help Walker County Residents Repair Failing Septic Systems

Thursday, August 27

Some Walker County homeowners could receive financial assistance to repair failing septic systems through a second round of grant funding aimed at improving public health and water quality in the Chattanooga Creek watershed. According to WRCB Local 3 News in Chattanooga, the Limestone Valley Resource... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, August 27

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Walker County Unemployment Rate at 3% as Northwest Georgia Jobless Rate Falls

Thursday, August 27

Walker County’s unemployment rate stood at 3% in July as unemployment rates declined across all of Georgia’s regional commissions, according to new figures from the Georgia Department of Labor. Walker County reported a labor force of 32,974 people, with 31,969 employed. The county had 1,005... Read More.

Labor Day Travel Surge Expected as Americans Face Higher Costs, Heavy Traffic

Thursday, August 27

Americans are preparing to close out the summer travel season with Labor Day getaways, but those hitting the road or heading to the airport should be prepared for higher costs and heavy traffic. AAA booking data shows strong travel demand for the 2026 Labor Day... Read More.

GNTC Culinary Arts Students Offering Themed Dinners Throughout September

Wednesday, August 26

Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s Culinary Arts Program is inviting the community to enjoy a series of student-prepared prix fixe dinners throughout September. Students taking Contemporary Cuisine this semester will prepare three themed dinners featuring cuisine from different parts of Europe and the Mediterranean. The series begins... Read More.

LaFayette Ramblers to Play at State Farm Arena

Wednesday, August 26

The LaFayette Ramblers boys basketball team will have the opportunity to play on one of basketball’s biggest stages this season. The Ramblers will take on Northwest on December 26th at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks. The game time and ticket... Read More.

Hands Across the Border Campaign Kicks Off in Ringgold Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

Tuesday, August 25

RINGGOLD, Ga. — Law enforcement officers from across the Southeast gathered in Ringgold Monday evening as part of a multistate effort to reduce impaired driving and traffic fatalities ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend. The gathering was part of Hands Across the Border, an... Read More.

Grant Funding Available to Help Walker County Homeowners Repair Failing Septic Systems

Tuesday, August 25

A new round of grant funding could help some Walker County homeowners tackle the costly and messy problem of a failing septic system. The Limestone Valley Resource Conservation and Development Council has secured $268,000 to help property owners within the Chattanooga Creek watershed repair failing... Read More.

Country Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Leaving Behind an Unforgettable Legacy

Tuesday, August 25

Dolly Parton, the country music legend whose songwriting, unmistakable voice, faith and generous spirit made her one of America’s most beloved entertainers, has died at the age of 80. Parton’s death was announced Tuesday, Aug. 25. Her career spanned decades and took her from humble... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners to Vote on FY2027 Budget, Millage Rate at September Meeting

Walker County Committee Begins Work on Data Center Development Standards

Friday Night High School Football Schedule

$268,000 Available to Help Walker County Residents Repair Failing Septic Systems

Walker County Restaurant Report

Walker County Unemployment Rate at 3% as Northwest Georgia Jobless Rate Falls

Labor Day Travel Surge Expected as Americans Face Higher Costs, Heavy Traffic

GNTC Culinary Arts Students Offering Themed Dinners Throughout September

LaFayette Ramblers to Play at State Farm Arena

Hands Across the Border Campaign Kicks Off in Ringgold Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

Grant Funding Available to Help Walker County Homeowners Repair Failing Septic Systems

Country Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Leaving Behind an Unforgettable Legacy

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