Local

Lafayette City Police Department Ask for Public’s Help Identifying Individuals Seen in Video

Wednesday, May 27

The Lafayette City Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying two individuals shown in a video who may have information about an incident that occurred in town. Anyone with information about the individuals or the incident is encouraged to contact investigators... Read More.

Walker County to Hold Second Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting Thursday

Wednesday, May 27

Walker County residents are invited to help shape the future of the community during the second stakeholder meeting for the Walker County Comprehensive Plan update. The public meeting will take place Thursday, May 28, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Walker County Civic... Read More.

Honeybee Festival Road Closures

Wednesday, May 27

Drivers in downtown LaFayette should expect several road closures this weekend as the annual Honeybee Festival gets underway. According to the City of LaFayette Police Department, North Main Street and several side streets between the Food City parking lot and West Main Street will close... Read More.

Black Bears Spotted Repeatedly in LaFayette’s Dripping Springs Road Area

Wednesday, May 27

Residents along Dripping Springs Road in LaFayette are reporting repeated sightings of black bears over the past two weeks, with several encounters captured on home security cameras. Neighbors say the bears have been getting into deer feeders and rummaging through garbage cans at multiple homes... Read More.

Georgia Extends Gas Tax Suspension Through June 2 Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Wednesday, May 27

Georgia drivers will continue to receive relief at the gas pump after Governor Brian Kemp extended the state’s suspension of motor fuel excise taxes through June 2. Kemp declared a State of Emergency and issued Executive Order 05.15.26.02, citing the ongoing impact of rising fuel... Read More.

Georgia Bulldogs Prepare For Key Early Matchups In 2026 Season

Wednesday, May 27

The Georgia Bulldogs are preparing for another highly anticipated football season as the early portion of the 2026 schedule begins to take shape. No. 3 Georgia will open its home slate on Saturday, Sept. 5 when the Bulldogs host Tennessee State in Athens. Kickoff is... Read More.

Walker County Announces Early Voting Dates for June General Primary Runoff Election

Wednesday, May 27

Walker County residents will soon head back to the polls as officials prepare for the 2026 General Primary Runoff Election, with early voting scheduled to begin June 8. According to the Walker County Elections & Registration Office, early voting for the runoff election will take... Read More.

Rising Country Artist Bella Lam to Perform at Honey Bee Festival in LaFayette

Wednesday, May 27

Rising country music artist Bella Lam is set to bring her growing national momentum to Northwest Georgia later this month as she performs at the Honey Bee Festival in downtown LaFayette. Lam, recently named one of Holler’s “10 Artists You Need To Know,” will take... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff’s Office: Flintstone Couple Arrested on Child Trafficking and Sexual Abuse Charges

Wednesday, May 27

The Walker County Sheriff's Office put out a press release regarding the Walker County couple who were recently arrested on child molestation and child trafficking charges. Here is the official statement. The Walker County Sheriff's Office received information on May 15, 2026, into the continuing abuse... Read More.

Road Closures Planned in Downtown LaFayette for Honeybee Festival Weekend

Tuesday, May 26

Motorists traveling through downtown LaFayette this weekend are being advised to plan ahead for several road closures and traffic changes connected to the annual Honeybee Festival. According to the LaFayette Police Department, multiple streets in the downtown area will be closed Friday and Saturday nights... Read More.

Walker County Residents Invited to Help Shape Future at Comprehensive Plan Meeting

Tuesday, May 26

Residents of Walker County will have another opportunity this week to help shape the future of their community as county leaders continue work on updating the Walker County Comprehensive Plan. The second stakeholder meeting for the comprehensive plan update is scheduled for Thursday, May 28,... Read More.

Deputy Anthony Gilleland Remembered by Walker County Sheriff’s Office Following Passing

Tuesday, May 26

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Deputy Anthony Gilleland following news of his passing. In a statement released by the sheriff’s office, Sheriff Steve Wilson and members of the department expressed their condolences to Gilleland’s family, friends, and fellow deputies during... Read More.

Lafayette City Police Department Ask for Public’s Help Identifying Individuals Seen in Video

Walker County to Hold Second Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting Thursday

Honeybee Festival Road Closures

Black Bears Spotted Repeatedly in LaFayette’s Dripping Springs Road Area

Georgia Extends Gas Tax Suspension Through June 2 Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Georgia Bulldogs Prepare For Key Early Matchups In 2026 Season

Walker County Announces Early Voting Dates for June General Primary Runoff Election

Rising Country Artist Bella Lam to Perform at Honey Bee Festival in LaFayette

Walker County Sheriff’s Office: Flintstone Couple Arrested on Child Trafficking and Sexual Abuse Charges

Road Closures Planned in Downtown LaFayette for Honeybee Festival Weekend

Walker County Residents Invited to Help Shape Future at Comprehensive Plan Meeting

Deputy Anthony Gilleland Remembered by Walker County Sheriff’s Office Following Passing

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