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Walker County Litter Crew Removes More Than 44,000 Pounds of Trash This Year

Friday, July 24

Walker County's inmate litter crew has already removed more than 44,000 pounds of roadside trash in 2026, according to an update presented during this month's Walker County Board of Commissioners meeting. Detention Officer Michael Green shared the progress of the county's ongoing litter cleanup efforts,... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, July 23

100 Flip Side Burger Bar, 313 Mcfarland Ave Rossville, GA 100 Choo Choo Kettle Corn (Base), 2010 Mcfarland Ave. Rossville, GA 100 Camp Lookout Pool, 3130 Hwy 157 Rising Fawn, GA 100 Camp Lookout, Inc, 3130 Hwy 157 Rising Fawn, GA 100 Holy Smoke... Read More.

AARP Poll Finds Older Georgia Voters Could Decide Governor, Senate Races

Thursday, July 23

A new AARP Georgia poll suggests voters age 50 and older are likely to play a decisive role in this year's closely contested races for governor and the U.S. Senate, with affordability emerging as their top concern. The survey, conducted by the bipartisan polling firms... Read More.

GNTC Receives Donation of Personal Hygiene Items to Support Students in Need

Thursday, July 23

Georgia Northwestern Technical College has received a donation of personal hygiene items that will help support students experiencing financial hardship and housing insecurity across its campuses. The donation was made by On My Mother’s Shoulders Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing basic necessities... Read More.

Walker County Nears Completion of 2026 Road Resurfacing Program

Thursday, July 23

Walker County officials say crews are making steady progress on this year’s road resurfacing program, with just four roads remaining after work currently underway is completed. According to Walker County Government, the county’s current paving contract includes more than 70 miles of roadway improvements. Contractors... Read More.

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.0%; Catoosa Posts Region’s Lowest Rate

Thursday, July 23

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.0%; Catoosa Posts Region's Lowest Rate LAFAYETTE, Ga. — Walker County's unemployment rate remained low at 3.0 percent in the latest report from the Georgia Department of Labor, while neighboring Catoosa County recorded the lowest unemployment rate in Northwest Georgia... Read More.

Georgia Officials Promote Anonymous Reporting App to Combat Human Trafficking

Wednesday, July 22

Georgia First Lady Marty Kemp and Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey are encouraging Georgians to download the "See Something, Send Something" mobile app as part of an ongoing effort to combat human trafficking across the state. State officials say human trafficking remains a... Read More.

Cross-State Pursuit Ends With Arrest of Walker County Fugitive

Wednesday, July 22

A man wanted on felony warrants in Walker County was arrested Tuesday following a cross-state pursuit that began in Tennessee and ended in Georgia. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, detectives with the Criminal Warrants Unit located Kennie Montieth, who was wanted on active... Read More.

Walker County Schools Announces New Student Cell Phone Expectations

Tuesday, July 21

Walker County Schools has announced new districtwide expectations for student use of personal electronic devices as the school system prepares for the new academic year and implements Georgia's Distraction-Free Education Act. Under the new policy, students who bring personal electronic devices to school must keep... Read More.

Walker County Tax Commissioner Clarifies Homestead, Senior Exemption Rules

Tuesday, July 21

The Walker County Tax Commissioner's Office is reminding property owners that those who have already been approved for a homestead exemption or an age-based exemption do not need to submit a new application each year. According to the office, approved exemptions remain in effect as... Read More.

Walker County Students Return to Class Aug. 5

Tuesday, July 21

Walker County students will head back to the classroom on Wednesday, Aug. 5, as the 2026-27 school year gets underway. The first major break in the school calendar will be Fall Break, scheduled for Oct. 12 through Oct. 16. Students and staff will also enjoy... Read More.

Georgia Power Unveils Six-Point Customer Protection Pledge

Tuesday, July 21

Georgia Power Unveils Six-Point Customer Protection Pledge Amid State's Rapid Growth ATLANTA, Ga. — As Georgia continues to experience rapid population and economic growth, Georgia Power has announced a new Customer Protection Pledge, outlining six commitments aimed at keeping electricity affordable while supporting the state's... Read More.

Walker County Litter Crew Removes More Than 44,000 Pounds of Trash This Year

Walker County Restaurant Report

AARP Poll Finds Older Georgia Voters Could Decide Governor, Senate Races

GNTC Receives Donation of Personal Hygiene Items to Support Students in Need

Walker County Nears Completion of 2026 Road Resurfacing Program

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.0%; Catoosa Posts Region’s Lowest Rate

Georgia Officials Promote Anonymous Reporting App to Combat Human Trafficking

Cross-State Pursuit Ends With Arrest of Walker County Fugitive

Walker County Schools Announces New Student Cell Phone Expectations

Walker County Tax Commissioner Clarifies Homestead, Senior Exemption Rules

Walker County Students Return to Class Aug. 5

Georgia Power Unveils Six-Point Customer Protection Pledge

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