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Walker County Commission to Hold Public Hearings, Vote on FY2026 Budget and SPLOST at August 7 Meeting

Sunday, August 3

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will convene for its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Among the highlights of the agenda are two key public hearings — one for the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget and another on... Read More.

Ramblers Roll Past LFO in Season Opener, 10-1

Sunday, August 3

The LaFayette Ramblers opened their season in dominant fashion Friday night with a commanding 10-1 win over Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe (LFO), fueled by a lights-out performance from Marlie Day in the circle and timely hitting up and down the lineup. Day was nearly untouchable, striking out... Read More.

RTC Donates $37,500 to Walker LAUNCH College & Career Academy Through Georgia Peach Education Tax Credit

Thursday, July 31

Walker County Schools has received a major financial boost thanks to a $37,500 donation from Ringgold Telephone Company (RTC) to the newly renovated Walker LAUNCH College & Career Academy. The contribution was made through the Georgia Peach Education Tax Credit program, a state initiative... Read More.

Municipal and Special Elections Set for LaFayette, Chickamauga, and Rossville on November 4

Thursday, July 31

Voters in LaFayette, Chickamauga, and Rossville will head to the polls on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, to cast ballots in municipal general elections—and in some cities, special elections as well.LaFayette Election Details LaFayette residents will vote at the LaFayette Senior Center, located at 636 S.... Read More.

LaFayette to Hold Municipal Election November 4

Thursday, July 31

The City of LaFayette will hold its municipal general election on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, giving residents the opportunity to cast their votes for several key local offices, including Mayor, Municipal Judge, and Councilmembers for Wards 1 and 2. Polls will be open from 7... Read More.

Four Walker County Students Among Those Approved for Georgia Promise Scholarship

Wednesday, July 30

As Georgia students gear up for a new school year, four students from Walker County have been approved for the state’s new Georgia Promise Scholarship program. The initiative, aimed at expanding education options, provides eligible families with vouchers worth more than $6,000, distributed in four... Read More.

Rambler Football Returns to WQCH August 15th

Wednesday, July 30

The High School Football season is just around the corner. This season you can hear all the action of LaFayette Rambler football on Georgia 93-7 and streaming online at DiscoverWalker.com. You can hear our pre-season interview with head coach Ethan Thompson on Friday following... Read More.

AAA Launches Statewide “School’s Open – Drive Carefully” Campaign to Promote Back-to-School Safety

Tuesday, July 29

As Georgia students head back to class, AAA is urging drivers to slow down and stay alert near schools and bus stops as part of its annual “School’s Open – Drive Carefully” campaign. The initiative, launched nationally in 1946, aims to reduce dangerous driving... Read More.

Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing Begins August 5 in Chattanooga and 423 Area

Tuesday, July 29

Starting August 5, residents in Chattanooga and across the 423 area code will be required to use 10-digit dialing for all local calls—even when calling within the same area code. The change is part of a statewide plan to introduce a new area code,... Read More.

LaFayette Softball Begins Season Today with Black and Orange Scrimmage

Tuesday, July 29

LaFayette softball gets back in action today. The Lady Ramblers host their annual Black and Orange Scrimmage. The pre-season continues at home on Thursday when they face North Murray at 5:30pm. The regular season begins Friday when LFO visits. First pitch is at 5:30pm.

Walker County School Board Announces Upcoming Meetings

Monday, July 28

The Walker County Board of Education has announced a series of upcoming meetings focused on planning and regular business. The board will hold a called session for annual planning on Tuesday, July 29, at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Advancing Education... Read More.

Walker County Celebrates Summer Reading Champions

Monday, July 28

Walker County libraries are wrapping up an exciting Summer Reading Program with a celebration of their Week 8 Top Readers — the final champions of the season! Congratulations to this year’s outstanding readers: Juvenile Reader: Cora Hudson, who logged an impressive 1,200 minutes of reading... Read More.

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Walker County Commission to Hold Public Hearings, Vote on FY2026 Budget and SPLOST at August 7 Meeting

Ramblers Roll Past LFO in Season Opener, 10-1

RTC Donates $37,500 to Walker LAUNCH College & Career Academy Through Georgia Peach Education Tax Credit

Municipal and Special Elections Set for LaFayette, Chickamauga, and Rossville on November 4

LaFayette to Hold Municipal Election November 4

Four Walker County Students Among Those Approved for Georgia Promise Scholarship

Rambler Football Returns to WQCH August 15th

AAA Launches Statewide “School’s Open – Drive Carefully” Campaign to Promote Back-to-School Safety

Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing Begins August 5 in Chattanooga and 423 Area

LaFayette Softball Begins Season Today with Black and Orange Scrimmage

Walker County School Board Announces Upcoming Meetings

Walker County Celebrates Summer Reading Champions

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