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Chickamauga City Council to Consider Grants, Infrastructure Projects at Aug. 3 Meeting

Thursday, July 30

The Chickamauga Mayor and City Council will meet Monday, Aug. 3, at 6 p.m. at City Hall, with an agenda featuring grant opportunities, infrastructure improvements, economic development planning, and updates to several city facilities. The meeting will be held at 1817 Lee Clarkson Road. Among... Read More.

Blood Drive Set for Friday at Bank of LaFayette

Wednesday, July 29

Area residents can help address a critical blood shortage by donating blood Friday at the Bank of LaFayette. Blood Assurance will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the main Bank of LaFayette branch. Donors of all blood types are encouraged... Read More.

Roadway Safety Improvements Planned for Three Walker County Roads

Wednesday, July 29

A roadway safety improvement project is scheduled to get underway Thursday, July 30, along three roads in Walker County. A contractor will perform a variety of improvements along Johnson Road, Five Points Road and Wilson Road. The work will include shoulder improvements, the installation of... Read More.

Rambler Football Seeks Volunteers for Aug. 1 Cleanup Day

Wednesday, July 29

Rambler Football is calling on the community to help prepare for the upcoming season by volunteering during a football field and concession stand cleanup day this weekend. The cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 1, beginning at 8 a.m. and continuing until the work is... Read More.

Fall Sports Registration Deadline Approaching in LaFayette

Wednesday, July 29

Families still have time to sign up for youth fall sports through the City of LaFayette Parks and Recreation Department, but the registration deadline is quickly approaching. Registration remains open through Friday, Aug. 8, giving parents just over a week to enroll their children in... Read More.

Walker County Schools Shares Plans for Supplemental Federal Funds

Tuesday, July 28

Walker County Schools is giving parents, educators and community members an opportunity to learn more about how the school district plans to use supplemental federal education funds during the upcoming school year. The district’s July 2026 Forum is now available for viewing on the Walker... Read More.

Museum of LaFayette Seeking Local Cherokee History for Upcoming Exhibit

Tuesday, July 28

The Museum of LaFayette is seeking local residents with verified Cherokee ancestry or family stories about Cherokee heritage to contribute information for an upcoming exhibit. The museum, a partnership between the City of LaFayette and the Walker County Historical Society, held a soft opening May... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners to Hold Special Budget Work Session Thursday

Tuesday, July 28

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called work session Thursday morning to continue discussions on the county's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, in the conference room of the Walker County... Read More.

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.

Chickamauga City Council to Consider Grants, Infrastructure Projects at Aug. 3 Meeting

Blood Drive Set for Friday at Bank of LaFayette

Roadway Safety Improvements Planned for Three Walker County Roads

Rambler Football Seeks Volunteers for Aug. 1 Cleanup Day

Fall Sports Registration Deadline Approaching in LaFayette

Walker County Schools Shares Plans for Supplemental Federal Funds

Museum of LaFayette Seeking Local Cherokee History for Upcoming Exhibit

Walker County Commissioners to Hold Special Budget Work Session Thursday

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

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