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Emergency Water Line Repair to Impact Areas South of Hwy 341 in Chickamauga

Friday, February 27

The City of Chickamauga has announced an emergency water line repair that will temporarily affect water service for residents and businesses located south of Highway 341. City officials said customers in the impacted area may experience temporary interruptions in water service while crews work to... Read More.

A multi-vehicle crash is causing major delays on I-24 westbound near the Tennessee Welcome Center.

Friday, February 27

According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation, the crash occurred around 10:15 a.m. near mile marker 172.4. As of 11:20 a.m., the westbound left lane remains closed, with only one lane open to traffic. Congestion has backed up into downtown Chattanooga as crews work at... Read More.

Early Voting continues in Walker County

Friday, February 27

Early voting is continuing in Walker County as residents prepare for the upcoming March 10 election. Voters can cast their ballots today from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Walker County Election Office on South Main Street. Early voting will also be available Monday... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners to Consider Zoning Requests, Contracts at March 5 Meeting

Thursday, February 26

The Walker County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on March 5 at the Walker County Courthouse Annex III, 201 South Main Street in LaFayette. Reports will include the chairwoman’s update and a financial report from CFO Christian... Read More.

Georgia House Passes Bill Requiring Weapon Detectors in Public Schools; Local Districts Already Implementing Technology

Thursday, February 26

The state of Georgia has passed legislation requiring all public schools to implement weapon detection systems for students entering campus. According to WTVC-TV, Dade County Schools officials say similar technology is already in place in their district. The system operates through security cameras developed by... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, February 26

99 Cesario’s Pizzeria 321 Mcfarland Ave Rossville, GA 100 Cherokee Ridge Elementary 2423 Johnson Rd Chickamauga, GA 100 Rossville Senior Center 101 Bryan St Rossville, GA

Cigna, CommonSpirit Reach New Agreement; Coverage Continues for Area Patients

Thursday, February 26

Patients in the region insured through Cigna can breathe a sigh of relief. Cigna Healthcare and CommonSpirit Health — formerly known locally as CHI Memorial — have reached a new contract agreement, keeping CommonSpirit hospitals and facilities in-network for Cigna members. Under the new agreement, CommonSpirit... Read More.

LaFayette tennis gets wins over Chattooga

Thursday, February 26

The LaFayette High School tennis teams battled cold and damp conditions to earn victories over Chattooga on their home courts Tuesday afternoon. The Ramblers delivered a dominant 5-0 win in varsity play. Singles victories came from Isaac Hamilton, Peyton Lands and Traye Stahl. In doubles... Read More.

Girls State Applicants Sought for 2026 Session

Thursday, February 26

High school junior girls across northwest Georgia are encouraged to apply for the 2026 American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program, a prestigious leadership experience focused on government and citizenship. Girls State is a five-day immersive course designed to teach participants the fundamental principles and procedures... Read More.

Georgia House Passes Bill to Accelerate State Income Tax Cut

Wednesday, February 25

The Georgia House of Representatives has approved legislation that would further reduce the state’s income tax rate beginning next year. Lawmakers passed House Bill 1001 on Wednesdau. The measure proposes accelerating a planned tax cut by lowering the state income tax rate by an additional... Read More.

Georgia Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bills Aimed at Protecting Children Online

Wednesday, February 25

Lawmakers in the Georgia State Senate have introduced two bipartisan bills designed to strengthen online protections for children. The legislation follows months of study by the Senate Study Committee on the Impact of Social Media and Artificial Intelligence on Children and Platform Privacy Protection, which... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe to Host Town Halls on Battlefield Parkway Waterline Project

Wednesday, February 25

The City of Fort Oglethorpe is inviting residents to attend upcoming town hall meetings to learn more about a planned waterline replacement project. The project will focus on Battlefield Parkway between Lafayette Road and South Cedar Lane. City officials say the meetings will provide information... Read More.

Emergency Water Line Repair to Impact Areas South of Hwy 341 in Chickamauga

A multi-vehicle crash is causing major delays on I-24 westbound near the Tennessee Welcome Center.

Early Voting continues in Walker County

Walker County Commissioners to Consider Zoning Requests, Contracts at March 5 Meeting

Georgia House Passes Bill Requiring Weapon Detectors in Public Schools; Local Districts Already Implementing Technology

Walker County Restaurant Report

Cigna, CommonSpirit Reach New Agreement; Coverage Continues for Area Patients

LaFayette tennis gets wins over Chattooga

Girls State Applicants Sought for 2026 Session

Georgia House Passes Bill to Accelerate State Income Tax Cut

Georgia Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bills Aimed at Protecting Children Online

Fort Oglethorpe to Host Town Halls on Battlefield Parkway Waterline Project

Local/Regional News

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