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Future of Historic Fort Oglethorpe Hospital Remains Uncertain as Community Weighs Preservation Efforts

Wednesday, June 24

Online discussions and community concerns have brought renewed attention to the future of a historic hospital property in Fort Oglethorpe that has remained vacant for nearly five years. The former Hutcheson Medical Center sits within the historic Barnhardt Circle area, a location with deep ties... Read More.

Rock Spring Elementary Teacher Secures $25,500 Grant to Expand STEM and Arts Education

Wednesday, June 24

Rock Spring Elementary School is celebrating one of its educators after STEM teacher Ralph Keith secured a $25,500 grant through the Mockingbird Charitable Fund, bringing new educational opportunities to students. School officials announced the award this week, praising Keith for his dedication to enhancing classroom... Read More.

Chickamauga Awarded $4 Million EPA Grant to Clean Up Former Crystal Springs Print Works Site

Wednesday, June 24

The City of Chickamauga has been awarded a $4 million Brownfields Cleanup Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help transform the former Crystal Springs Print Works property into a site ready for future redevelopment. City officials announced the funding this week, calling... Read More.

Fuller Requests Federal Funding to Address PFAS Contamination in Northwest Georgia Water Systems

Tuesday, June 23

Congressman Clay Fuller is urging federal lawmakers to increase funding to address PFAS contamination in drinking water systems across Northwest Georgia. Fuller recently sent letters to members of the House Appropriations Committee highlighting public health and infrastructure concerns related to the presence of PFAS, commonly... Read More.

GNTC Warns Students About Financial Aid Phishing Emails

Tuesday, June 23

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is warning students about a phishing email campaign targeting members of the college community. According to GNTC, fraudulent emails have recently been sent to some students from an address appearing to be the school's Financial Aid Office at [email protected]. While... Read More.

Chickamauga Residents Asked to Request Work Orders for Storm Debris Removal

Tuesday, June 23

The City of Chickamauga is asking residents with storm-damaged trees on their property to contact City Hall and request a work order for debris removal as cleanup efforts continue following this week's severe storms. City officials said residents should cut fallen trees into sections between... Read More.

Storms Leave Hundreds Without Power in Walker County

Monday, June 22

Strong storms that moved through the area Monday night left several hundred customers without power across Walker County. Crews from North Georgia EMC, EPB, and Georgia Power worked through the night to restore service to affected customers. In Chickamauga, a tree fell onto a home during... Read More.

Walker County Residents Encouraged to Help Win Annual Blood Drive Challenge

Monday, June 22

The Walker County Sheriff's Office is once again challenging the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office in a friendly competition aimed at saving lives through blood donation. The annual "Battle of the Badges" blood drive will take place Thursday, June 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.... Read More.

Walker County Sets Public Hearings for Proposed FY2027 Budget

Monday, June 22

Walker County residents will have multiple opportunities to review and comment on the county's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget in the coming weeks. The proposed FY2027 budget for the Governing Authority of Walker County will be submitted during a special called meeting of the Walker... Read More.

State Rep Mike Cameron Says Democrats Blocking Property Tax Relief Effort

Sunday, June 21

Mike Cameron Says Democrats Blocking Property Tax Relief Effort Debate continues at the Georgia Capitol over Senate Bill 33, legislation that would allow local governments to seek voter approval for property tax relief through a dedicated one-cent sales tax. According to State Representative Mike Cameron, more... Read More.

Driver Identified After Fleeing Traffic Stop in Rossville; Charges Pending

Saturday, June 20

A driver who allegedly fled from law enforcement during a traffic stop in Rossville on Friday evening remains at large, according to the Georgia State Patrol. According to information reported by WRCB-TV Local 3 News Chattanooga, the incident began around 6:35 p.m. on Carden Avenue.... Read More.

City of LaFayette to Celebrate Grand Opening of Traverse Park with Official Ribbon Cutting

Friday, June 19

The City of LaFayette will officially celebrate the opening of Traverse Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community celebration. Residents and visitors are invited to join Mayor Andy Arnold, the Walker County Chamber of Commerce, and city officials on Thursday, June 26th as they... Read More.

Future of Historic Fort Oglethorpe Hospital Remains Uncertain as Community Weighs Preservation Efforts

Rock Spring Elementary Teacher Secures $25,500 Grant to Expand STEM and Arts Education

Chickamauga Awarded $4 Million EPA Grant to Clean Up Former Crystal Springs Print Works Site

Fuller Requests Federal Funding to Address PFAS Contamination in Northwest Georgia Water Systems

GNTC Warns Students About Financial Aid Phishing Emails

Chickamauga Residents Asked to Request Work Orders for Storm Debris Removal

Storms Leave Hundreds Without Power in Walker County

Walker County Residents Encouraged to Help Win Annual Blood Drive Challenge

Walker County Sets Public Hearings for Proposed FY2027 Budget

State Rep Mike Cameron Says Democrats Blocking Property Tax Relief Effort

Driver Identified After Fleeing Traffic Stop in Rossville; Charges Pending

City of LaFayette to Celebrate Grand Opening of Traverse Park with Official Ribbon Cutting

Local/Regional News

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Walker County Data Center Committee Moves Toward Stricter Development Regulations