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GNTC Graduate Blazes New Career Path for Women Welders

Monday, April 29

When Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Yosdel Castaneda receives her diploma in Welding and Joining Technology, she knows that she is helping to forge a new career path for women in that profession.Castaneda, at 19, was the youngest of eight female students GNTC Welding... Read More.

Early Voting Begins Today

Monday, April 29

Today is the first day for Early Voting. Days for this include April 29th through May 17th from 8am to 5pm. On Saturdays, May 4th and May 11th, voting will continue from 9am to 5pm. Residents can place their early votes at the Walker... Read More.

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Late Night Fire Claims One Life in Walker County

Saturday, April 27

A late-night fire in Walker County tragically resulted in the loss of one individual's life. Walker County Fire Rescue was alerted to the incident at 11:26 p.m., responding promptly to a report of a house fire at 569 Tinkerbell Circle in the... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff’s Department Seeking Suspect

Friday, April 26

THEFT SUSPECT ----- On Tuesday April 23, 2024 the person in the photo reached over the counter and took a $50 Lottery ticket at the Circle K in Rock Spring GA while the clerk was distracted. If you know the person in the... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Utilizes Ring Camera Footage in Attempted Break-In Investigation

Thursday, April 25

A recent incident in Fairview, Georgia, has prompted Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson to seek public assistance in identifying a suspect captured on a homeowner's Ring camera footage. The footage, recorded at approximately 10:00 a.m. on a Tuesday morning, depicts a white male approaching... Read More.

April 25, 2024

Thursday, April 25

The LaFayette Fire Department and Walker County Fire have entered into an Automatic Aid Agreement. The agreement means that any fire that endangers a structure in LaFayette will receive automatic aid from Walker County. In return LaFayette will respond to any fire that endangers a... Read More.

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Local Residents Invited to Learn More About Proposed Quarry

Thursday, April 25

Walker County Stone, the company behind the proposed quarry project south of LaFayette, is hosting a community informational session next Tuesday, April 30th. The event will take place at the Walker County Ag Center located at 10052 Highway 27 in Rock Spring.

Chickamauga Man Convicted of Dealing Drugs to Teenagers

Monday, April 22

On March 19, 2024, Defendant David Broadrick pled guilty without a sentence recommendation on the eve of trial to Distribution of Methamphetamine, Cruelty to Children in the Second Degree, Illegal Use of a Communication Facility, two counts of Theft by Receiving Stolen Property and... Read More.

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City of LaFayette, LPD, and American Legion to Host Youth Public Safety Camp

Tuesday, April 16

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Walker LAUNCH Board of Directors Shares Upcoming Meeting Date

Monday, April 15

The Walker LAUNCH CCA Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. in the 500 building of Georgia Northwestern Technical College at 265 Bicentennial Trail, Rock Spring, Georgia.

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LaFayette High School Theater Department Brings ‘Seussical’ to the Stage

Monday, April 15

LaFayette High School Theater Department brings the beloved tale of Seussical to the stage for young audiences! The lively and captivating production is set to take place at the LaFayette High School Auditorium, offering performances on April 19th at 6pm and April 20th at... Read More.

Chris Janson and HunterGirl to Headline Honeybee Festival

Sunday, April 14

The 2024 Honeybee Festival announces its headlining acts: Chris Janson and HunterGirl! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 1, and don't miss out on a day filled with music, delicious food, and fun activities at the Honeybee Festival in the City of LaFayette.