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McLemore Resort Faces Sewer Moratorium and Fine as Expansion Plans Move Forward

Wednesday, June 3

The McLemore resort community on Lookout Mountain is facing a development moratorium of up to three years and a $111,875 penalty following action by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division related to wastewater treatment system compliance issues. The restrictions stem from concerns involving the capacity and... Read More.

Lookout Mountain Planning Commission Expected to Make Gondola Recommendation June 10

Wednesday, June 3

The future of a proposed gondola to Rock City is expected to take a significant step forward next week as the Lookout Mountain Planning Commission prepares to issue its recommendation on the project. The Planning Commission is scheduled to consider the proposal and provide its... Read More.

LaFayette Police Warn Residents About Jury Duty Scam

Tuesday, June 2

The LaFayette Police Department is warning residents to be on alert for a scam that has resurfaced in the area involving claims of missed jury duty. According to the department, scammers are contacting individuals and falsely claiming they failed to report for jury service. The... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners Schedule Budget Work Sessions for FY2027 Planning

Tuesday, June 2

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will spend three days in June reviewing funding requests and budget priorities as county leaders begin work on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The board has scheduled budget work sessions for June 9, 10 and 11 at Courthouse Annex... Read More.

Chattooga County Family Displaced After House Fire Destroys Home

Tuesday, June 2

A Chattooga County family is beginning the difficult process of rebuilding after a fire destroyed their home Sunday night in Lyerly, leaving them with little more than the clothes they were wearing when they escaped. Jessica Smith and her boyfriend, Marcus Wedgeworth, were inside the... Read More.

Chickamauga Receives $1.45 Million Federal Grant for Downtown Blight Remediation

Tuesday, June 2

The City of Chickamauga has been awarded a $1.45 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support blight remediation efforts in the city’s historic downtown district. City officials announced the funding will be used to address long-standing issues associated... Read More.

Walker County Development Authority to Consider FY2027 Budget at June 9 Meeting

Tuesday, June 2

The Walker County Development Authority will hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, June 9, at 10:00 a.m. at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052 North Highway 27 in Rock Spring. According to the published agenda, board members will consider the proposed Fiscal... Read More.

Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Set to Expire Tuesday Night, Prices Expected to Rise

Monday, June 1

Georgia drivers have one more day to take advantage of lower fuel prices before the state’s suspension of motor fuel taxes comes to an end. Governor Brian Kemp’s office confirmed that the temporary suspension of Georgia’s state gas tax will not be extended beyond its... Read More.

Walker County Board of Education Announces June Budget Hearings and Board Meetings

Monday, June 1

The Walker County Board of Education has announced several upcoming meetings in June, including budget work sessions, public hearings, and its monthly planning and regular board meetings. The first meeting will be a FY2027 Budget Work Session on Tuesday, June 2, at 5 p.m. at... Read More.

Walker County Schools Encourages Parents to Participate in Special Education Survey

Sunday, May 31

Walker County Schools is encouraging parents of students receiving special education services to participate in the annual Parent Satisfaction Survey, a statewide effort designed to measure family engagement and support for students with disabilities. The survey helps both Walker County Schools and the Georgia Department... Read More.

Traverse Park Opens to Public Ahead of Official June Ribbon Cutting

Sunday, May 31

LaFayette's newest recreational destination is now open. Traverse Park officially opened to the public Saturday. Located on Villanow Street, the park welcomed its first visitors, ahead of its formal ribbon-cutting ceremony. Traverse Park features a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities designed to appeal to users of... Read More.

Rossville Coffee Shop Closing Following Owner’s Mother’s ICE Detention

Sunday, May 31

A Rossville coffee shop is preparing to close its doors after the detention of the owner's mother by federal immigration authorities. Buenos Dias Coffee, located on Chickamauga Avenue, has served coffee, pastries, and other treats to the Rossville community for the past three years. Owner... Read More.

McLemore Resort Faces Sewer Moratorium and Fine as Expansion Plans Move Forward

Lookout Mountain Planning Commission Expected to Make Gondola Recommendation June 10

LaFayette Police Warn Residents About Jury Duty Scam

Walker County Commissioners Schedule Budget Work Sessions for FY2027 Planning

Chattooga County Family Displaced After House Fire Destroys Home

Chickamauga Receives $1.45 Million Federal Grant for Downtown Blight Remediation

Walker County Development Authority to Consider FY2027 Budget at June 9 Meeting

Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Set to Expire Tuesday Night, Prices Expected to Rise

Walker County Board of Education Announces June Budget Hearings and Board Meetings

Walker County Schools Encourages Parents to Participate in Special Education Survey

Traverse Park Opens to Public Ahead of Official June Ribbon Cutting

Rossville Coffee Shop Closing Following Owner’s Mother’s ICE Detention

Local/Regional News

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Walker County Officials Announce Rock Spring Polling Place Change