Local

Lady Ramblers Shut Out Ridgeland 8–0

Monday, March 9

The Lady Ramblers soccer team turned in a dominant performance Friday night, defeating Ridgeland Panthers girls soccer by a score of 8–0. Cora Lanier led the offensive effort for the Lady Ramblers, recording a hat trick with three goals and adding an assist. Emma Brown... Read More.

Local Races Set for May 19 Primary Election in Walker County

Monday, March 9

Walker County voters will return to the polls May 19 for Georgia’s General Primary Election, which will include several local races for county offices and a municipal special election in Rossville. On the Republican ballot, two incumbents are seeking re-election to the Walker County Board... Read More.

Walker County Voters Head to Polls Tuesday for Congressional and State Senate Special Elections

Monday, March 9

Walker County voters will head to the polls Tuesday for two special elections that will help determine representation for northwest Georgia in both Washington and Atlanta. The most prominent race on the ballot is the special election to replace former congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene in... Read More.

Victim Alive After Shooting at Holiday Travel Park in Catoosa County

Sunday, March 8

Authorities say the victim of a shooting reported Sunday night at Holiday Travel Park in Catoosa County is alive as investigators continue working to determine what led to the incident. Catoosa County Sheriff Gary Sisk confirmed the incident involved a shooting and said the victim... Read More.

LaFayette Drinking Water Tests Show PFAS Levels 7.1 Times Higher Than EPA Limit

Sunday, March 8

Testing data submitted to federal regulators shows the City of LaFayette’s public drinking water system recorded PFAS levels 7.1 times higher than the Environmental Protection Agency’s established limit, placing it among several Georgia communities reporting elevated concentrations of the so-called “forever chemicals.” The results were... Read More.

Walker County Launches ‘Adopt a Dispatcher’ Program for Telecommunicators Week

Sunday, March 8

Often the first voice heard during an emergency, Walker County’s 911 dispatchers play a vital role in helping residents during times of crisis. Now the community has an opportunity to recognize their work through a new appreciation initiative. Walker County Government is inviting residents, businesses,... Read More.

Walker County Mulch Program Supports Local Agriculture Education

Sunday, March 8

Students across Walker County are getting a hands-on lesson in sustainability thanks to a partnership between the county’s Solid Waste and Public Works departments and local schools. Approximately 65 tons of excess mulch from the county landfill’s mulch program have been delivered to several schools... Read More.

LaFayette City Council to Meet Monday Evening

Sunday, March 8

The City of LaFayette Mayor and Council will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. During the meeting, officials are expected to review several items of new business. Topics on the agenda include discussion of upcoming city events,... Read More.

St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser Planned to Benefit Millican Family After House Fire

Sunday, March 8

The community is invited to come together next weekend to support a local family recovering from a devastating house fire. The LaFayette Elks Lodge #2018 will host a St. Patrick’s Day Benefit Fundraiser for the Millican family on Saturday, March 14, at the lodge in... Read More.

NASCAR’s Straight Talk Wireless 500 Airs on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH

Saturday, March 7

NASCAR fans can get ready for another thrilling race as the Straight Talk Wireless 500 comes your way on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH. Be sure to tune in as coverage of the race starts at 2:30 PM. The NASCAR Cup Series’ best drivers will hit... Read More.

The GQXV 200 Roars onto Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH

Saturday, March 7

NASCAR excitement takes center stage as the GQXV 200 hits the track, and fans can catch every lap live on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH. Drivers will battle it out over 200 miles of high-speed racing, with strategy, pit stops, and daring passes all playing a... Read More.

Clocks “Spring Forward” This Weekend as Daylight Saving Time Begins

Friday, March 6

Clocks “Spring Forward” This Weekend as Daylight Saving Time Begins Residents across the Tri-State area will need to set their clocks ahead one hour this weekend as Daylight Saving Time begins. The time change takes place at 2:00 a.m. Sunday morning, when clocks move forward one... Read More.

Lady Ramblers Shut Out Ridgeland 8–0

Local Races Set for May 19 Primary Election in Walker County

Walker County Voters Head to Polls Tuesday for Congressional and State Senate Special Elections

Victim Alive After Shooting at Holiday Travel Park in Catoosa County

LaFayette Drinking Water Tests Show PFAS Levels 7.1 Times Higher Than EPA Limit

Walker County Launches ‘Adopt a Dispatcher’ Program for Telecommunicators Week

Walker County Mulch Program Supports Local Agriculture Education

LaFayette City Council to Meet Monday Evening

St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser Planned to Benefit Millican Family After House Fire

NASCAR’s Straight Talk Wireless 500 Airs on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH

The GQXV 200 Roars onto Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH

Clocks “Spring Forward” This Weekend as Daylight Saving Time Begins

Local/Regional News

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.5% as Georgia Sets Labor Force Records

Georgia’s Summer Burn Ban Takes Effect May 1 Across 54 Counties

LaFayette Head Football Coach Ethan Thompson Resigns, Accepts Job in Arizona

Final Safe Streets Open House Set for Noon in LaFayette