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WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headline 6-28-2023

For the rest of June and all of July, the Walker County Animal Shelter is waiving adoption fees for dogs that have been staying at the shelter for at least 45 days.  For dogs in the shelter for less than 30 days, a reduced fee... Read More.

Walker County Board of Education Shares July Meeting Schedules

The Walker County Board of Education will hold four meetings in the month of July. July 11, 2023 Advancing Education Center - 5:00 p.m. FY2024 Budget Hearing July 11, 2023 Advancing Education Center - 6:00 p.m. Planning Session July 17, 2023 Walker County Department... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-27-2023

More details on the Sunday standoff with the Walker County Sheriffs Department.  According to a release from Sheriff Steve Wilson, 39-year-old Jimmie Goins was arrested and charged with aggravated battery and elder abuse.  Goins allegedly pushed his 81 year old grandmother up against a... Read More.

Man Arrested After Attacking His 81 Year Old Grandmother

On Sunday June 25, 2023, at 2057 Old Bethel Rd in Chickamauga, Jimmie A. Goins allegedly pushed his grandmother against a wall and took the car keys from her hand. The grandmother sustained an injury to her thumb and exhibited redness to her arm. The... Read More.

Honeybee Festival a Huge Success Once Again

The City of LaFayette 2023 Honeybee Festival was another huge success that showcased just how far our local Honeybee has come as a growing symbol of the community. The Honeybee continues to give LaFayette a positive identity and spreads outside awareness. Awareness of the... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-26-2023

The Walker County Sheriff's Department took a convicted felon into custody yesterday after a long standoff.  The incident happened on Old Bethal Road in Chickamauga.  The suspect who has yet to be identified assaulted his grandmother.  The woman was able to escape and run... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-23-2023

Walker County Schools says lead testing allowed them to correct levels at 4 schools in the district and that those levels are now at a safe amount.  WCS took advantage of the optional Clean Water for Georgia Kids initiative. The 4 schools were initially chosen due... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Returns from Executive Training in Israel

Walker County Sheriff Returns from Executive Training in Israel Sheriff Steven Wilson of the Walker County Sheriff’s Office has returned to Georgia from Israel after an intensive two weeks of public safety leadership training with the country’s top police executives. Wilson was part of a 20-member... Read More.

Walker County Shows Slight Unemployment Increase From April

In the latest update from the Georgia Department of Labor shows that in the Northwest Georgia Region, unemployment is up to 3.3% from last month's number, 2.8%. Walker County's total workforce is at 31,651with 30,615 employed. 1,036 or 3.3% is unemployed, a growth of 0.7%... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines 6-22-2023

If you need to renew your Georgia Department of Human Services benefits, you can now do so at the Lafayette-Walker County Public Library.  A self service kiosk has been installed to serve you. Seven felony arrests were booked into the Walker County Detention Center on... Read More.
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