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Walker County Receives $30,000 Grant for Internet Connectivity Initiative

Saturday, March 30

Walker County has been granted $30,000 from Connect Humanity, a nonprofit impact fund, to participate in the Appalachian Digital Accelerator program. This initiative aims to bolster internet connectivity in communities, paving the way for economic growth and improved public health. The Appalachian Digital Accelerator program... Read More.

Walker County Government Offices to be Closed March 29th

Thursday, March 28

Walker County Government offices will be closed Friday, March 29. Offices will reopen Monday, April 1. The landfill will be open on Friday.

Walker County Sheriff’s Department Collaborates with Tennessee Deputies to Apprehend Alleged Kidnapper

Wednesday, March 27

Sheriff Steve Wilson of the Walker County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh of the Rutherford County (TN) Sheriff’s Office shared information on activity on March 26th. A non-custodial father accused of kidnapping his 3-year-old son from his Georgia home was apprehended within 2-1/2 hours... Read More.

LaFayette to Recognize Walmart Partnership at City Lake Facility Dedication

Wednesday, March 27

LaFayette, March 25 th –In celebration of community collaboration, the City of LaFayette will host a dedication ceremony for the newly constructed restrooms at Queen City Lake. Scheduled for Thursday, March 28th at 12pm, this event marks a milestone in the ongoing partnership between... Read More.

Georgia Department of Natural Resources Shares Snake Advice

Wednesday, March 27

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has shared advice regarding the emergence of snakes as the weather warms. As spring warms up, snakes are on the move and Georgians are asking questions when they see one: namely, what species is it and what should they... Read More.

Traffic Advisory – March 25, 2024

Monday, March 25

Traffic advisory: A contractor with the railroad company will be working around Bell Road and Glass Road in Rock Spring early this week. Both roads will be closed at the railroad tracks for the day while they work.

Fiddler Announces Candidacy For Superior Court Judge Of The Lookout Mountain Circuit

Friday, March 22

Ann Willard Fiddler, officially announced her candidacy for Superior Court Judge of the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit consisting of Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, and Walker Counties for the seat currently held by the Honorable Judge Kristina Cook Graham. The non-partisan primary election occurs on May... Read More.

LaFayette High School Band Holds Second Songs for the Band Benefit Concert

Friday, March 22

The LHS Rambler Band held its second Songs for the Band benefit concert arranged by LHS alumni and Nashville singer-songwriter Channing Wilson. Channing brought with him fellow singer-songwriters Jonathan Singleton and Rob Snyder. All three men have written for Luke Combs and many other... Read More.

Walker This Week Episode 9

Thursday, March 21

Walker County Democratic Party Offering Annual Scholarship Honoring Susan Darling

Wednesday, March 20

The Walker County Democratic Party has established an annual scholarship program as a memorial to honor long-time member and public servant Susan Darling. Mrs. Darling was very involved with 4-H students and worked with special needs children whom she would let help on her... Read More.

GNTC Announces Appointment of Five Members to Board of Directors

Tuesday, March 19

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) announces the appointments of Josh Ingle, Tyler Kendall, Jeff Petrea, Jessica “Missy” Puckett and Megan Talley to its Board of Directors. Ingle has served as superintendent of Dade County Schools since 2021. His previous positions with the school system include... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff’s Office to Hold Awards and Recognition Ceremony

Monday, March 18

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office will have an awards and recognition ceremony on Wednesday evening, March 20th, 2024 at 6:30 P.M., at the Walker County Civic Center, 10052 N Highway 27 Rock Spring, GA 30739. Civilian and officers will be recognized for, Life Saving award, Medal of... Read More.

Walker County Receives $30,000 Grant for Internet Connectivity Initiative

Walker County Government Offices to be Closed March 29th

Walker County Sheriff’s Department Collaborates with Tennessee Deputies to Apprehend Alleged Kidnapper

LaFayette to Recognize Walmart Partnership at City Lake Facility Dedication

Georgia Department of Natural Resources Shares Snake Advice

Traffic Advisory – March 25, 2024

Fiddler Announces Candidacy For Superior Court Judge Of The Lookout Mountain Circuit

LaFayette High School Band Holds Second Songs for the Band Benefit Concert

Walker This Week Episode 9

Walker County Democratic Party Offering Annual Scholarship Honoring Susan Darling

GNTC Announces Appointment of Five Members to Board of Directors

Walker County Sheriff’s Office to Hold Awards and Recognition Ceremony

Local/Regional News

Walker County Voters Preparing for Georgia General Primary Runoff Election

Local Historian to Share Walker County’s Rich History at Community Presentation

Walker County Residents Invited to Final Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting

Walker and Catoosa County Drivers Enjoy Some of Georgia’s Lowest Gas Prices