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Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, March 5

100 Cloudland At Mclemore Resort (Hilton Curio) - Spa 243 Cloudland Dr Rising Fawn, GA 100 Cloudland At Mclemore Resort (Hilton Curio) - Heated Pool 243 Cloudland Dr Rising Fawn, GA 100 Rossville Elementary 1250 Wilson Rd Rossville, GA 99 Amigos Mexican Cocina, Llc... Read More.

“I feel the need… the need for speed!”

Thursday, March 5

Classic Film Night Set for Saturday at LaFayette’s Historic Mars Theater Downtown LaFayette is inviting the community to enjoy a night out this weekend with a classic film showing at the historic Mars Theater. A special screening of Top Gun will take place Saturday, March 7,... Read More.

One Year Later, Search for Missing Walker County Man Timothy McSears Continues

Thursday, March 5

Friday marks one year since a Walker County man vanished from his home, and the case remains unsolved despite an extensive investigation. According to a press release from Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson, March 6, 2026 marks the one-year anniversary of the disappearance of Timothy... Read More.

Ramblers JV Boys Roll Past Ridgeland 7-0

Thursday, March 5

The LaFayette High School junior varsity boys soccer team picked up a dominant road win Tuesday night, defeating Ridgeland 7-0. The Ramblers were led offensively by Tucker Cobb, who scored four goals in the match. Landen Holbrook, Noah Brown, and Harrison Gilstrap each added a... Read More.

GNTC Announces Free Application Month for 2026 Summer Semester

Thursday, March 5

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is making it easier for prospective students to enroll in the 2026 summer semester by waiving its application fee throughout the month of March. Through March 31, GNTC will host a Free Application Month, allowing incoming students to apply without... Read More.

National Park Service Conducting 850-Acre Prescribed Burn at Chickamauga Battlefield

Thursday, March 5

The National Park Service has announced plans to conduct a prescribed fire today and tomorrow at Chickamauga Battlefield. According to park officials, the planned burn will cover approximately 850 acres near Viniard-Alexander Road, east of LaFayette Road and west of Alexander Bridge Road. The affected... Read More.

High School Sports Round Up: Ramblers Shine in Track, Soccer and Golf

Wednesday, March 4

It was a busy and successful week for LaFayette athletics, as Rambler teams turned in strong performances across multiple sports. The LaFayette High School track and field team delivered an impressive showing Tuesday at a meet hosted by Heritage High School, highlighted by multiple first-place... Read More.

Pre-K enrollment is now open for the 2026–2027 school year in the Walker County Schools system.

Wednesday, March 4

School officials announced that families wishing to apply for WCS Pre-K must complete the Pre-K lottery application for the upcoming academic year. District leaders welcomed families and encouraged parents and guardians to review the available Pre-K frequently asked questions and procedures before submitting an... Read More.

Georgia DDS Warns of Phishing Text Scam

Wednesday, March 4

Georgia DDS Warns of Phishing Text Scam The Georgia Department of Driver Services is warning residents about a phishing scam involving fake text messages claiming to be from state agencies. Officials say the messages falsely request payment for tickets or threaten license suspension. The agency stresses... Read More.

Prescribed Burns Planned in Walker County Today

Wednesday, March 4

Prescribed Burns Planned in Walker County Today The Georgia Forestry Commission will be conducting several prescribed burns in Walker County today, which may produce visible smoke in parts of the area. According to officials, burns are scheduled at three locations across the county: Approximately 1,000 acres... Read More.

DNR Urges Georgians to Clean Bird Feeders as Spring Approaches to Prevent Disease

Tuesday, March 3

As warmer temperatures arrive and spring approaches, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is urging residents to clean their bird feeders regularly to help protect backyard birds from disease. State wildlife officials say reports of sick birds tend to increase during the spring and summer... Read More.

Governor Brian Kemp Signs Amended FY 2026 Budget Delivering $2 Billion in Tax Relief

Tuesday, March 3

Governor Brian Kemp Signs Amended FY 2026 Budget Delivering $2 Billion in Tax Relief Governor Brian Kemp has signed House Bill 973, approving Georgia’s amended Fiscal Year 2026 state budget. The plan returns about $2 billion in tax relief to Georgia taxpayers while also increasing funding for... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

“I feel the need… the need for speed!”

One Year Later, Search for Missing Walker County Man Timothy McSears Continues

Ramblers JV Boys Roll Past Ridgeland 7-0

GNTC Announces Free Application Month for 2026 Summer Semester

National Park Service Conducting 850-Acre Prescribed Burn at Chickamauga Battlefield

High School Sports Round Up: Ramblers Shine in Track, Soccer and Golf

Pre-K enrollment is now open for the 2026–2027 school year in the Walker County Schools system.

Georgia DDS Warns of Phishing Text Scam

Prescribed Burns Planned in Walker County Today

DNR Urges Georgians to Clean Bird Feeders as Spring Approaches to Prevent Disease

Governor Brian Kemp Signs Amended FY 2026 Budget Delivering $2 Billion in Tax Relief

Local/Regional News

Local Historian to Share Walker County’s Rich History at Community Presentation

Walker County Residents Invited to Final Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting

Walker and Catoosa County Drivers Enjoy Some of Georgia’s Lowest Gas Prices

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