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Rock City Highlights Safety as Gondola Proposal Debate Continues

Monday, July 27

Rock City Releases New Safety Information as Gondola Proposal Debate Continues Rock City Enterprises is releasing another round of information about its proposed gondola transportation system, this time focusing on safety as public debate over the project continues. The company announced Monday that it is sharing... Read More.

World’s Longest Yard Sale Returns August 6–9, Bringing Thousands of Shoppers Through North Georgia

Monday, July 27

The World's Longest Yard Sale Returns August 6–9, Bringing Thousands of Vendors Through North Georgia Bargain hunters, antique collectors, and road trip enthusiasts are getting ready for one of the nation's most unique shopping events as the 127 Yard Sale, better known as the World's... Read More.

Swimming Temporarily Suspended at Queen City Lake Due to Elevated E. coli Levels

Sunday, July 26

Swimming has been temporarily suspended at the public beach area of Queen City Lake after routine water testing detected slightly elevated levels of E. coli along the shoreline. The City of LaFayette announced the precautionary closure, noting that the testing is conducted regularly in partnership... Read More.

City of LaFayette Residents Asked to Expect Changes in Trash Pick-Up Times Beginning in August

Friday, July 24

The City of LaFayette is advising residents to expect temporary changes in their regular trash collection times as the sanitation department prepares to launch a new collection truck and adjust routes to better serve the city’s growing population. According to the city, several new housing... Read More.

Walker County Litter Crew Removes More Than 44,000 Pounds of Trash This Year

Friday, July 24

Walker County's inmate litter crew has already removed more than 44,000 pounds of roadside trash in 2026, according to an update presented during this month's Walker County Board of Commissioners meeting. Detention Officer Michael Green shared the progress of the county's ongoing litter cleanup efforts,... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, July 23

100 Flip Side Burger Bar, 313 Mcfarland Ave Rossville, GA 100 Choo Choo Kettle Corn (Base), 2010 Mcfarland Ave. Rossville, GA 100 Camp Lookout Pool, 3130 Hwy 157 Rising Fawn, GA 100 Camp Lookout, Inc, 3130 Hwy 157 Rising Fawn, GA 100 Holy Smoke... Read More.

AARP Poll Finds Older Georgia Voters Could Decide Governor, Senate Races

Thursday, July 23

A new AARP Georgia poll suggests voters age 50 and older are likely to play a decisive role in this year's closely contested races for governor and the U.S. Senate, with affordability emerging as their top concern. The survey, conducted by the bipartisan polling firms... Read More.

GNTC Receives Donation of Personal Hygiene Items to Support Students in Need

Thursday, July 23

Georgia Northwestern Technical College has received a donation of personal hygiene items that will help support students experiencing financial hardship and housing insecurity across its campuses. The donation was made by On My Mother’s Shoulders Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing basic necessities... Read More.

Walker County Nears Completion of 2026 Road Resurfacing Program

Thursday, July 23

Walker County officials say crews are making steady progress on this year’s road resurfacing program, with just four roads remaining after work currently underway is completed. According to Walker County Government, the county’s current paving contract includes more than 70 miles of roadway improvements. Contractors... Read More.

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.0%; Catoosa Posts Region’s Lowest Rate

Thursday, July 23

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.0%; Catoosa Posts Region's Lowest Rate LAFAYETTE, Ga. — Walker County's unemployment rate remained low at 3.0 percent in the latest report from the Georgia Department of Labor, while neighboring Catoosa County recorded the lowest unemployment rate in Northwest Georgia... Read More.

Georgia Officials Promote Anonymous Reporting App to Combat Human Trafficking

Wednesday, July 22

Georgia First Lady Marty Kemp and Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey are encouraging Georgians to download the "See Something, Send Something" mobile app as part of an ongoing effort to combat human trafficking across the state. State officials say human trafficking remains a... Read More.

Cross-State Pursuit Ends With Arrest of Walker County Fugitive

Wednesday, July 22

A man wanted on felony warrants in Walker County was arrested Tuesday following a cross-state pursuit that began in Tennessee and ended in Georgia. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, detectives with the Criminal Warrants Unit located Kennie Montieth, who was wanted on active... Read More.

Rock City Highlights Safety as Gondola Proposal Debate Continues

World’s Longest Yard Sale Returns August 6–9, Bringing Thousands of Shoppers Through North Georgia

Swimming Temporarily Suspended at Queen City Lake Due to Elevated E. coli Levels

City of LaFayette Residents Asked to Expect Changes in Trash Pick-Up Times Beginning in August

Walker County Litter Crew Removes More Than 44,000 Pounds of Trash This Year

Walker County Restaurant Report

AARP Poll Finds Older Georgia Voters Could Decide Governor, Senate Races

GNTC Receives Donation of Personal Hygiene Items to Support Students in Need

Walker County Nears Completion of 2026 Road Resurfacing Program

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.0%; Catoosa Posts Region’s Lowest Rate

Georgia Officials Promote Anonymous Reporting App to Combat Human Trafficking

Cross-State Pursuit Ends With Arrest of Walker County Fugitive

Local/Regional News

Walker County Commissioners Discuss Possible Property Tax Increase to Fund Fire Department Expansion

MARS THEATER WELCOMES SEASONED PERFORMER DMC FOR AN EVENING OF POP, COUNTRY & BROADWAY FAVORITES

Walker County Voters to Receive New School Board District Assignments Ahead of November Election

Walker County Officials Announce Rock Spring Polling Place Change