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Judge Denies Challenge to Chickamauga City Charter Following Former Mayor’s Removal

Wednesday, February 25

A judge with the Walker County Superior Court has denied a legal challenge to the City of Chickamauga charter filed by former Mayor Trey Deck, according to a statement released by the city. Deck had challenged the constitutionality of the city charter after the Chickamauga... Read More.

High School Sports Round Up: Lanier’s Four Goals Lead Lady Ramblers Past Dade County

Wednesday, February 25

GHSA State Basketball Tournament. Boys Long County 70 LaFayette 54 GHSA State Basketball Tournament. Boys Ridgeland 62 Hephzibah 41 The LaFayette High School girls soccer team delivered a commanding performance Tuesday night, defeating Dade County 9-0. Cora Lanier led the offensive surge with four goals and one assist, helping power the... Read More.

Widespread Rain, Thunderstorms Expected Through Friday

Wednesday, February 25

The National Weather Service is advising residents to prepare for a period of showers and thunderstorms moving through the area beginning Wednesday night and continuing through Friday evening. In east-central Georgia, rain chances could linger into early Saturday morning. Forecasters say the most likely rainfall... Read More.

Walker County Authorities Seek Man on Auto Theft Warrants

Wednesday, February 25

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted in connection with an auto theft investigation in Rossville. According to authorities, Kevin Malcom has three outstanding warrants for auto theft related to an incident that occurred Oct. 7,... Read More.

Chickamauga Woman’s Club to Host Mobile Mammogram Unit May 8

Wednesday, February 25

The Chickamauga Woman’s Club (CWC) will once again bring a mobile mammogram unit to downtown Chickamauga on May 8, 2026. The unit will be stationed at the Historic Train Depot, offering women a convenient and low-cost opportunity to receive an important preventive health screening. The... Read More.

Georgia Lawmaker Proposes ‘Rio’s Law’ to Improve Safety for Drivers with Developmental Disabilities

Wednesday, February 25

A Georgia lawmaker is pushing for new legislation aimed at improving interactions between law enforcement officers and individuals with developmental disabilities. The proposal, known as “Rio’s Law,” is being introduced by State Senator Brian Strickland, who says the measure would allow individuals with autism—or families... Read More.

Georgia Senate Bill Targets Chronic Student Absenteeism

Tuesday, February 24

Georgia lawmakers are considering new legislation aimed at reducing chronic absenteeism in public schools. Senate Bill 513, also known as the Every Day Counts Act, would establish a statewide definition for chronically unexcused students and require intervention measures to improve attendance. Under the proposal, a student... Read More.

Girls Basketball State Tournament: Cherokee Bluff 57 LaFayette 41

Tuesday, February 24

Girls basketball state tournament results from Tuesday night. Cherokee Bluff 57 LaFayette 41 The Lady Ramblers finish the season 17-11.

Rock City Gondola Proposal Draws Crowd, Concerns at Lookout Mountain Meeting

Tuesday, February 24

A proposed gondola project at Rock City prompted a lively discussion Tuesday evening during a meeting of the Lookout Mountain Planning Commission. Rock City must receive approval from the Lookout Mountain City Council before the project can move forward. The proposal has already been approved... Read More.

Georgia House Passes Bill to Expand Cellphone Ban to High School Classrooms

Tuesday, February 24

Cellphone use in Georgia’s high school classrooms is a step closer to being banned statewide after lawmakers approved new legislation Tuesday. The Georgia House of Representatives voted 145 to 20 to pass House Bill 1009, which would restrict student access to personal electronic devices throughout... Read More.

Scam Alert: Callers Impersonating Walker County Sheriff’s Office

Tuesday, February 24

Scam Alert: Callers Impersonating Walker County Sheriff’s Office WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam involving individuals impersonating law enforcement. According to the Sheriff’s Office, multiple reports have been received from residents who were contacted by callers... Read More.

LaFayette High School girls shut out Christian Heritage 5-0 in freezing conditions

Tuesday, February 24

Despite frigid weather conditions, the LaFayette High School girls soccer team turned in a dominant performance Monday, defeating Christian Heritage School by a final score of 5-0. Cora Lanier led the Lady Ramblers offensively with two goals and one assist. Emma Brown also scored twice,... Read More.

Judge Denies Challenge to Chickamauga City Charter Following Former Mayor’s Removal

High School Sports Round Up: Lanier’s Four Goals Lead Lady Ramblers Past Dade County

Widespread Rain, Thunderstorms Expected Through Friday

Walker County Authorities Seek Man on Auto Theft Warrants

Chickamauga Woman’s Club to Host Mobile Mammogram Unit May 8

Georgia Lawmaker Proposes ‘Rio’s Law’ to Improve Safety for Drivers with Developmental Disabilities

Georgia Senate Bill Targets Chronic Student Absenteeism

Girls Basketball State Tournament: Cherokee Bluff 57 LaFayette 41

Rock City Gondola Proposal Draws Crowd, Concerns at Lookout Mountain Meeting

Georgia House Passes Bill to Expand Cellphone Ban to High School Classrooms

Scam Alert: Callers Impersonating Walker County Sheriff’s Office

LaFayette High School girls shut out Christian Heritage 5-0 in freezing conditions

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