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City of LaFayette Parks and Recreation Sports Deadline is February 8, 2025

Monday, February 3

The DEADLINE for spring sports registration with The City of LaFayette Parks and Recreation is Saturday, Feb. 8th. All registration will end at 5:00 p.m. Saturday. Please be aware that they are no longer using teamsideline for registration. Use the following link Read More.

GNTC Program Director and Family On Family Feud Wednesday, January 29th

Tuesday, January 28

Program Director and Instructor of Culinary Arts at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), Chef Greg Paulson, will appear on “Family Feud," Wednesday, January 29th, at 7 p.m. Paulson, his wife Beth and stepchildren Matthew, Keely and Julie will appear on the national television show. Read... Read More.

City of LaFayette Honeybee Festival May 31, 2025, Applications Now Available

Tuesday, January 28

Calling all vendors, entertainers, and sponsors! Honeybee applications are now open for arts/crafts, food, beauty pageant, BBQ competition, and the bicycle ride! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be a part of the fun. Check out the link below for more details and... Read More.

District Attorney’s Office Secures Conviction In Important Fentanyl Case

Tuesday, January 28

January 28, 2025 – Ringgold, GA – On January 15, 2025 the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District’s Attorney’s Office secured a conviction of Samantha Shea Leamon of 122 Ann Drive, Rossville, Catoosa County, Georgia for Possession of Fentanyl with the Intent to Distribute. Fentanyl... Read More.

First Glider Record Set From LaFayette Airport

Tuesday, January 28

A Georgia pilot set a new record, and the first glider record set from City of LaFayette's Barwick-LaFayette Airport just before Christmas. The record was set by pilot, Michael Price, using natural wind lift to glide into Alabama where he set the new altitude... Read More.

Walker County Chairwoman Teems Announces Hiring Three Key Administrative Staff Members

Monday, January 27

On Monday, January 27, Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems announced the addition of several key administrative staff members: Aleksandra Jagiella-Litts as Compliance Officer, Lisa Richardson County Clerk, and Hugh Delacruz Human Resources Director. “These are three pivotal positions Walker County Government has been lacking for... Read More.

LHS Seeking Presenters For College and Career Fair March 27, 2025

Sunday, January 26

LaFayette High School is looking for presenters for their College and Career Fair 2025 on March 27th, from 8:45 am- 11:45 am. They need local businesses, colleges, military recruiters, trade schools, apprenticeship programs and more to get involved as presenters. Contact Zach Reynolds via... Read More.

City Of LaFayette Lifts Boil Water Advisory Saturday, January 25th

Saturday, January 25

The Boil Water Advisory for customers served by the Lee School Road Water Treatment Plant has officially been lifted. Turbidity levels have naturally settled, and the plant has been consistently producing water for the past 72 hours. The reservoir tanks are now restored to... Read More.

Recommendations To Reduce Risk Of Home Fires During Winter Months

Saturday, January 25

According to the National Fire Protection Association,(NFPA), December through February are the months with the highest risk of home heating fires. “Each winter, when heating systems kick into high gear, so do the number of home heating fires,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of... Read More.

Small Earthquake Near LaFayette Friday, January 24, 2025

Saturday, January 25

There was a small 2.3 earthquake near LaFayette, GA on Friday evening around 7pm. Some felt a little rattle and others heard some creaking, but no damage was reported according to the USGS (United States Geological Survey). However, there have been multiple small earthquakes... Read More.

Congratulations LHS Girls Wrestling Team 2025 Region Champions!

Saturday, January 25

In only the 2nd year of the program the LaFayette High School Lady Wrestlers are State Bound! They will head to Dahlonega to compete in the Elite 8 for the fist time in the history of LaFayette High School. Congratulations ladies and we wish... Read More.

The Walker County Board of Education Announces Vacant Board Seat

Friday, January 24

From The Walker County Board of Education: Vacant Board Seat Process Post 4-Stacey Meeks January 22, 2025 Mr. Stacey Meeks was elected for the open School Board Seat in Post 4 in November. Mr. Meeks will be moving to another area of the county, officially vacating that post,... Read More.

City of LaFayette Parks and Recreation Sports Deadline is February 8, 2025

GNTC Program Director and Family On Family Feud Wednesday, January 29th

City of LaFayette Honeybee Festival May 31, 2025, Applications Now Available

District Attorney’s Office Secures Conviction In Important Fentanyl Case

First Glider Record Set From LaFayette Airport

Walker County Chairwoman Teems Announces Hiring Three Key Administrative Staff Members

LHS Seeking Presenters For College and Career Fair March 27, 2025

City Of LaFayette Lifts Boil Water Advisory Saturday, January 25th

Recommendations To Reduce Risk Of Home Fires During Winter Months

Small Earthquake Near LaFayette Friday, January 24, 2025

Congratulations LHS Girls Wrestling Team 2025 Region Champions!

The Walker County Board of Education Announces Vacant Board Seat

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