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Queen City Showcase to Bring Local Talent to Mars Theatre in July

Tuesday, June 9

The Northwest Georgia Arts Guild is inviting the community to celebrate local talent during its upcoming Queen City Showcase, a two-night variety show scheduled for July 10 and 11 at the Mars Theatre in downtown LaFayette. The performances will begin at 7 p.m. each evening... Read More.

Audit Reveals Financial Control Deficiencies in Chattooga County’s 2024 Records

Tuesday, June 9

A recently released audit of Chattooga County’s 2024 financial records identified numerous deficiencies involving accounting procedures, procurement practices, project oversight, budgeting, and internal financial controls, prompting county officials to implement corrective measures. The audit, which examined financial activity from 2024, highlighted concerns related to documentation,... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police Identify Teens Behind Masked Incident at Local Business

Tuesday, June 9

The Fort Oglethorpe Police Department says two masked individuals who sparked concern at a local business were identified as teenagers who believed they were participating in a prank. According to police, officers received a report Tuesday evening of two masked individuals at Sun Tan City.... Read More.

Chattanooga Man Receives Life Sentence Without Parole for Murder of Chickamauga Resident

Tuesday, June 9

The following information was provided in a press release issued by the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Nicholas Antonio Cheaton, a 42-year-old Chattanooga man and longtime Chattanooga criminal, was sentenced to serve the remainder of his life in the Georgia Department of Corrections without... Read More.

Walker County Fire Rescue Promotes Dushan Kovacevich to Captain

Tuesday, June 9

Walker County Fire Rescue has announced the promotion of Dushan Kovacevich to the rank of Captain, recognizing his extensive experience and commitment to fire service and public safety. Captain Kovacevich brings a wealth of knowledge in emergency response, fire and life safety codes, fire prevention,... Read More.

Walker County Students named to GNTC President’s and Dean’s List

Tuesday, June 9

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is proud to announce the students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2026 spring semester. To be eligible for the President’s List, the student must maintain a GPA of 3.8 or higher during the semester with a course load... Read More.

Walker County Firefighters Return After Assisting With South Georgia Wildfires

Monday, June 8

Two members of Walker County Fire Rescue recently returned home after assisting with wildfire suppression efforts in Southeast Georgia, where wildfires have burned more than 50,000 acres. Lt. Charles Eich and Firefighter Kotah Keith were deployed to the Waynesville area near Nahunta on April 29... Read More.

Walker County Resident, Former Dade County Jail Administrator Arrested on Felony Charges

Monday, June 8

A Flintstone, Georgia resident who formerly served as jail administrator for the Dade County Sheriff's Office has been arrested following an investigation into allegations that county funds were used for personal purchases. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced that Joseph William Chambers, 52, of Flintstone... Read More.

Rock City Executive Defends Proposed Gondola Project, Appeals to Lookout Mountain Residents

Monday, June 8

A Rock City executive is making a direct appeal to residents as debate continues over the attraction's proposed gondola transportation system on Lookout Mountain. In a public letter released this week, Rock City Chief Operating Officer Greg Scheid addressed concerns raised by residents in Walker... Read More.

Early Voting has started for Georgia Primary Runoff Election

Monday, June 8

Early voting is underway for Georgia’s 2026 Primary Runoff Election. The runoff follows the May 19 primary, where several statewide races failed to produce a candidate with more than 50 percent of the vote, triggering additional elections to determine each party’s nominee. Voters who participated in... Read More.

Traffic Alert: SR 157 on Lookout Mountain Closed for Emergency Pipe Repair

Monday, June 8

Traffic Alert: SR 157 on Lookout Mountain Closed for Emergency Pipe Repair LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, GA — Motorists traveling on Lookout Mountain should prepare for detours and delays this week as the Georgia Department of Transportation conducts an emergency pipe repair project. According to GDOT, State Route... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Theft Investigation Person of Interest

Monday, June 8

The Fort Oglethorpe Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest connected to a theft investigation. According to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division, the individual shown in photographs released by investigators is being sought in connection with a theft... Read More.

Queen City Showcase to Bring Local Talent to Mars Theatre in July

Audit Reveals Financial Control Deficiencies in Chattooga County’s 2024 Records

Fort Oglethorpe Police Identify Teens Behind Masked Incident at Local Business

Chattanooga Man Receives Life Sentence Without Parole for Murder of Chickamauga Resident

Walker County Fire Rescue Promotes Dushan Kovacevich to Captain

Walker County Firefighters Return After Assisting With South Georgia Wildfires

Walker County Resident, Former Dade County Jail Administrator Arrested on Felony Charges

Rock City Executive Defends Proposed Gondola Project, Appeals to Lookout Mountain Residents

Early Voting has started for Georgia Primary Runoff Election

Traffic Alert: SR 157 on Lookout Mountain Closed for Emergency Pipe Repair

Fort Oglethorpe Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Theft Investigation Person of Interest

Local/Regional News

City of LaFayette Begins 2026 Road Paving Project with TSPLOST and State Funding

Walker County Animal Shelter Seeking Donations to Help Care for Shelter Pets

Walker County Restaurant Report

Strong Winds Cause Downed Trees, Power Outages Across Chickamauga