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No Property Tax Increase From Walker County Commissioners

Friday, August 9

Outgoing Walker County Commission Chairman Shannon Whitfield admits he uses a shredder daily at his office, but that citizens should dismiss any rumors of rampant document destruction as old news. The question came up at Thursday night's commission meeting, with Ned Yates asking each commissioner... Read More.

Tina Painter, Appointed To The Walker County School Board Post 3

Thursday, August 8

Tina Painter, was appointed to the Walker County School Board, to fill the vacancy left when Mike Carruth, a veteran member of the Walker County School Board, resigned on July 9, 2024. From Tina Painter: “It was an honor to be appointed to Post 3 of... Read More.

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office Reminds Us of Traffic Laws Concerning School Buses

Thursday, August 8

Today is the first day of school in Walker County. Please be aware of your surroundings in school zones and aware of traffic laws concerning school buses.

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Thursday, August 8

Today is the 1st day of school in Walker County. Make sure you watch your speed in the school zones and be on the lookout for busses. A wedding venue in Rossville has been forced to close due to a zoning issue. The wedding and events... Read More.

The Proposed FY2025 Budget Of The Governing Authority Of Walker County, Georgia Will Be Submitted On August 8TH

Wednesday, August 7

The proposed FY2025 budget of the Governing Authority of Walker County, Georgia will be submitted on August 8, 2024 at the Board of Commissioners regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Walker County Courthouse Annex III, 201 S Main Street in LaFayette, GA. The budget... Read More.

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Wednesday, August 7

Monday's arrest report in Walker County shows five felony arrests. Among those, 25-year-old Josiah Matthew Brackus faces numerous charges including two counts of Child Molestation - Aggravated sodomy, two counts of statutory rape, two counts of aggravated child molestation and three counts of furnishing... Read More.

The Latest Walker This week

Tuesday, August 6

From community idea to creation. A grand opening for the new inclusive playground at the soon to be designated Walker Rocks Park took place this week, marking the completion of a five-year project and beginning of a bigger effort to transform this space into... Read More.

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Tuesday, August 6

School starts back this week in Walker County. It's a good time to remember the new school bus law that went into effect July 1st. The law creates stricter penalties for drivers caught illegally passing a stopped school bus. Citations for the offense will... Read More.

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Monday, August 5

Three arrests on Saturday in Walker County. 38-year-old Jamie Lynn O'Kelly was arrested on possession of meth and traffic charges. The LaFayette Police Department will have some modified lobby hours this week. The change is due to staff training. The Loddy will only be open... Read More.

Police Department Lobby will be operating under a modified schedule for the week of August 5th-9th.

Sunday, August 4

Due to scheduled staff training, our Police Department Lobby will be operating under a modified schedule for the week of August 5th-9th. Thank you for your patience as we work to provide you our best possible service. Modified Lobby Hours August 5th - 9th Monday: 8 AM -... Read More.

Governor Brian Kemp Has Declared A State of Emergency For All 159 Counties

Sunday, August 4

Georgia Prepares for Tropical Storm Debby; SOE Declared (ATLANTA) – Governor Brian Kemp has declared a State of Emergency for all 159 counties in Georgia due to Tropical Storm Debby which has formed over the Gulf of Mexico. Debby is forecast to reach hurricane strength... Read More.

Open House For North LaFayette Elementary School Aug 6th

Sunday, August 4

No Property Tax Increase From Walker County Commissioners

Tina Painter, Appointed To The Walker County School Board Post 3

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office Reminds Us of Traffic Laws Concerning School Buses

Georgia 93.7 and WQCH Local News Headlines

The Proposed FY2025 Budget Of The Governing Authority Of Walker County, Georgia Will Be Submitted On August 8TH

Georgia 93.7 and WQCH Local News Headlines

The Latest Walker This week

Georgia 93.7 and WQCH Local News Headlines

Georgia 93.7 and WQCH Local News Headlines

Police Department Lobby will be operating under a modified schedule for the week of August 5th-9th.

Governor Brian Kemp Has Declared A State of Emergency For All 159 Counties

Open House For North LaFayette Elementary School Aug 6th

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