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Walker County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Locating Missing Man

Monday, December 15

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing Rossville man. According to the Sheriff’s Office, James Luronn Strickland, 51, was last seen on Monday, December 8, 2025, around 3:40 p.m. Strickland was reportedly walking away from his residence... Read More.

Channing Wilson Shines in Nashville, Advances to Finale on CBS’ The Road

Monday, December 15

Channing Wilson delivered a standout performance in Nashville Sunday night, earning his place in the finale of CBS’ The Road as the competition narrowed from four artists to three. The episode featured the Top 4 contestants performing in front of a live audience at Marathon... Read More.

Memorial Hospital to Host Job Fair at New Ringgold Location

Sunday, December 14

Memorial Hospital will host a job fair on Monday, December 15, from 3 to 6 p.m. in the lobby of its new CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital, located at 4710 Battlefield Parkway in Ringgold. Job seekers are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their resumes for the... Read More.

Atlanta Man Arrested After Attempted Prison Contraband Drop Near Hays State Prison

Sunday, December 14

A Saturday evening report of suspicious activity near Hays State Prison led to the arrest of an Atlanta man and the recovery of a large amount of contraband in Chattooga County. According to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were alerted around 7:30 p.m. on... Read More.

Investigation Closed After Tests Find No Illegal Substances in Saddle Ridge Middle School Incident

Sunday, December 14

A criminal investigation into an incident involving three students at Saddle Ridge Middle School has been closed after laboratory testing found no illegal substances. On October 29, 2025, Walker County dispatchers notified sheriff’s deputies after three middle school students became ill at Saddle Ridge Middle... Read More.

Walker County BOE Meets Monday Night

Sunday, December 14

The Walker County Board of Education will hold its regular session meeting on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Walker County Board of Education offices, located at 301 North Cherokee Street in LaFayette. During the meeting, board... Read More.

Walker County Schools Operating on 2-Hour Delay Monday, December 15

Sunday, December 14

Walker County Schools Operating on 2-Hour Delay Monday, December 15 WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — Based on the forecast of single-digit temperatures on the mountain and extremely harsh wind chills in the valley, Walker County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, December 15. District... Read More.

Final Days of ‘Empty the Shelters’ Offer Free and Reduced Pet Adoptions

Friday, December 12

The Walker County Animal Shelter is entering the final days of its “Empty the Shelters” adoption event, offering reduced fees in an effort to place more animals into permanent homes before the holidays. The event continues today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, December 11

99 Old South Grill 796 Chickamauga Ave Rossville, GA 100 Residences At Pin Oak 67 Pin Oak Dr Rock Spring, GA 93 Taco Bell 16 W Crest Rd Rossville, GA 100 The Grind Coffee Shop 104 Crittenden Ave Chickamauga, GA

Summerville Named New Rural Zone, Gains Access to State Tax Incentives

Thursday, December 11

Summerville will receive a new economic development opportunity beginning January 1, 2026, as it becomes one of seven Georgia cities selected for designation as a Rural Zone. The designation, which runs through December 31, 2030, is part of a statewide initiative aimed at stimulating... Read More.

AAA: Year-End Holiday Travel Expected to Break Records in Georgia and Nationwide

Wednesday, December 10

AAA is forecasting the busiest year-end holiday travel period on record, with 122.4 million Americans expected to journey 50 miles or more between December 20 and January 1. The projection marks a 2.2% increase from last year and surpasses the previous record of 119.7... Read More.

Walker County Commission Reviews Vendor Contracts, Road Concerns, and Community Achievements at December 4 Meeting

Wednesday, December 10

The Walker County Board of Commissioners addressed a wide range of business Thursday evening during its final regular meeting of 2025. The December 4 session began with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance before commissioners approved a minor agenda amendment and accepted minutes... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Locating Missing Man

Channing Wilson Shines in Nashville, Advances to Finale on CBS’ The Road

Memorial Hospital to Host Job Fair at New Ringgold Location

Atlanta Man Arrested After Attempted Prison Contraband Drop Near Hays State Prison

Investigation Closed After Tests Find No Illegal Substances in Saddle Ridge Middle School Incident

Walker County BOE Meets Monday Night

Walker County Schools Operating on 2-Hour Delay Monday, December 15

Final Days of ‘Empty the Shelters’ Offer Free and Reduced Pet Adoptions

Walker County Restaurant Report

Summerville Named New Rural Zone, Gains Access to State Tax Incentives

AAA: Year-End Holiday Travel Expected to Break Records in Georgia and Nationwide

Walker County Commission Reviews Vendor Contracts, Road Concerns, and Community Achievements at December 4 Meeting

Local/Regional News

Storm Winds Down Trees, Causing Power Outages in Walker County

Walker County Schools on Two-Hour Delay Monday

Strong Storms Possible Tonight Across the Tri-State Area; Colder Weather Arrives Monday

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