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Cloudland at McLemore Resort Unveils as Major Economic Contributor in Walker County

Monday, March 4

Cloudland at McLemore Resort, a significant private investment in Walker County, has commenced operations, marking a milestone in the area's economic development. The newly opened resort, situated on Lookout Mountain, boasts a 245-room Curio Collection by Hilton hotel and event center, presenting a notable... Read More.

Walker County’s 2024 Infrastructure and Economic Developments

Sunday, March 3

Walker County Plans Extensive Road Paving in 2024 Road Improvement Initiative As the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) gears up to resume on April 1, Walker County is set to embark on a comprehensive road improvement initiative. With an estimated annual revenue of... Read More.

Rep. Mike Cameron Votes “Yes” on Legislation to Combat Illegal Immigration in Georgia

Sunday, March 3

State Representative Mike Cameron (R-Rossville) yesterday voted in favor of House Bill 1105, which seeks to combat illegal immigration in Georgia. HB 1105, or the Georgia Criminal Alien Track and Report Act of 2024, seeks to strengthen public safety and security in Georgia. “I was... Read More.

LaFayette High School Names Wrestling Head Coach Thompson as New Football Coach

Friday, March 1

LaFayette High School has named current wrestling head coach Ethan Thompson as its new football coach. Thompson has grown the Rambler wrestling program from 15 kids to more than 50 since taking over as the head coach. He wants to do the same with... Read More.

Steve Wilson Seeks Eighth Term as Walker County Sheriff

Friday, March 1

Steve Wilson, a 63-year resident of Walker County, is seeking re-election as Sheriff, a seat he has held since January 1, 1997; it will be his eighth term. Wilson graduated from Lafayette High School in 1975. He began his law enforcement career as a fingerprint... Read More.

A Paperboy’s Nightmare!

Friday, March 1

Tree Splits Walker County Home in Two During Storm

Thursday, February 29

During Wednesday's storm, a tree crashed onto a home in Walker County, cleaving it in two, according to a county official. Joe Legge, speaking on behalf of the Walker County government, disclosed that the incident unfolded on McCarter Road in LaFayette, Georgia. Startlingly, residents were... Read More.

LaFayette Fire Department to Conduct Live Fire Training

Wednesday, February 28

The Fire Department will be conducting live fire training at the training building behind 2776 Hwy 27 Bypass. Training will be February 28 and February 29. Expect smoke in the area between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Fentanyl Trafficking Bust in Rossville Residence Leads to Arrests

Monday, February 26

On Monday, February 26, 2024, agents with the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force, executed a search warrant at 10 Reece Street Rossville, GA 30741. Agents located Katelyn Christina Cox, 32, and Sean William King, 33, inside the residence. Agents located a trafficking amount... Read More.

LaFayette Goodwill Grand Opening March 7th

Thursday, February 22

Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area is gearing up to celebrate the grand opening of its newest store in LaFayette. The festivities will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 7 at 8:30 a.m., followed by the official opening of the... Read More.

Commemorative Uga X Bobbleheads Now Available for Bulldog Fans

Wednesday, February 21

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame has announced the release of limited-edition Uga X bobbleheads. Only 2,023 individually numbered pieces are available for purchase. Each bobblehead is priced at $30, with an $8 flat-rate shipping charge per order. The collectibles feature Uga X standing on... Read More.

Questions Linger Regarding Walker County Executive Administrative Assistant Position Hiring Process

Wednesday, February 21

Stanley Matthews, who first approached Walker County Commissioners In January regarding the Enabling Act and what appeared to be a newly created position in the county, returned to speak to Walker Commissioners for the February 8 meeting. Matthews said he had received documents he... Read More.

Cloudland at McLemore Resort Unveils as Major Economic Contributor in Walker County

Walker County’s 2024 Infrastructure and Economic Developments

Rep. Mike Cameron Votes “Yes” on Legislation to Combat Illegal Immigration in Georgia

LaFayette High School Names Wrestling Head Coach Thompson as New Football Coach

Steve Wilson Seeks Eighth Term as Walker County Sheriff

A Paperboy’s Nightmare!

Tree Splits Walker County Home in Two During Storm

LaFayette Fire Department to Conduct Live Fire Training

Fentanyl Trafficking Bust in Rossville Residence Leads to Arrests

LaFayette Goodwill Grand Opening March 7th

Commemorative Uga X Bobbleheads Now Available for Bulldog Fans

Questions Linger Regarding Walker County Executive Administrative Assistant Position Hiring Process

Local/Regional News

Destination Stays Helped Drive Tourism in Walker County

LaFayette Lady Ramblers Fall in Five Sets in State Final Four

New Report Reveals Explosions and Dangerous Conditions During Deadly Rossville Shed Fire

Walker County Data Center Committee Moves Toward Stricter Development Regulations