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Boys’ Cross-Country Team Concludes Season at State Meet

Monday, November 10

The boys’ cross-country team wrapped up their season Saturday with a trip to Carrollton to compete in the state cross-country meet. This marks the sixth consecutive year the team has qualified for state competition, continuing a strong tradition of consistency and achievement within the... Read More.

Survive and Advance: Channing Wilson to perform next week, “The Road” Recap

Sunday, November 9

The journey continued this week on The Road, CBS’ new country music competition series created by Blake Shelton, Taylor Sheridan, and Keith Urban. The remaining nine artists, handpicked by the trio, traveled to their third performance stop at The Oklahoma Ranch in Oklahoma City,... Read More.

Partial SNAP Benefits to be Issued to Eligible Georgians

Sunday, November 9

Partial SNAP Benefits to be Issued to Eligible Georgians Based on new federal directives, the Georgia Department of Human Services will issue partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November. SNAP recipients whose distribution dates have already passed will receive their allotment by Tuesday,... Read More.

LaFayette High School Teacher Dies in Chickamauga House Fire

Sunday, November 9

Chickamauga, GA – A Sunday morning house fire in Walker County claimed the life of LaFayette High School teacher John Millican III and left his wife and two young children with serious injuries. According to Walker County Fire Marshal Scott Forrest, emergency crews were dispatched... Read More.

Walker County Development Authority Reschedules November Meeting

Saturday, November 8

The Walker County Development Authority has announced a change to its regular monthly meeting schedule for November. Originally set for Tuesday, November 11, the meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, November 10, 2025. The meeting will take place at 10:00 a.m. at the Walker... Read More.

Georgia Duck Hunting Season Opens Nov. 22; Early Youth and Military Hunt Nov. 15–16

Saturday, November 8

Georgia waterfowl hunters will return to the marshes and lakes later this month as the state’s duck hunting season officially opens Saturday, Nov. 22, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). Youth, veterans, and active-duty military personnel will again... Read More.

City of LaFayette Announces Veterans Day Holiday Closure and Adjusted Garbage Pickup

Saturday, November 8

The City of LaFayette has announced that all municipal offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. As a result of the closure, Tuesday’s residential garbage route will be collected on Wednesday, alongside the regularly scheduled Wednesday... Read More.

LaFayette Girls Open Season With Dominant Win Over Woodland

Friday, November 7

The LaFayette Lady Ramblers opened their season in commanding fashion Tuesday night, rolling past Woodland behind a balanced and energetic offensive performance. Sophomore Ava Kelley led the charge with a standout night, pouring in 27 points while knocking down four shots from beyond the arc.... Read More.

Walker County Board of Education Names Davidson Assistant Superintendent

Friday, November 7

The Walker County Board of Education voted unanimously in a called meeting on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, to appoint Mr. Tobin Davidson as the system’s new Assistant Superintendent. Davidson brings more than four decades of experience as an educator, coach, and school administrator. A graduate... Read More.

Walker County Commission Notes Cost Savings, Approves Variances at November Meeting

Friday, November 7

The Walker County Commission met on November 6, 2025, addressing financial updates, property matters, and community services during its regular session. Commissioners began by approving the meeting agenda and minutes from the previous session. County officials reported an estimated $12,000 in annual savings following an... Read More.

North Georgia Blood Assurance Advisory Board Welcomes Local Students for Donor Engagement Discussion

Friday, November 7

The North Georgia Blood Assurance Advisory Board welcomed an impressive group of local high school students to its quarterly meeting today, recognizing their participation and insight as key to strengthening the region’s blood donor base. Students from six area high schools attended alongside their Health... Read More.

Pilgrim’s to Break Ground on New Prepared Foods Facility in LaFayette

Thursday, November 6

Pilgrim’s will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, November 13, to mark the start of construction on its new prepared foods facility in LaFayette. The event is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. at 157 Glass Road and will feature remarks from company leadership, along with... Read More.

Boys’ Cross-Country Team Concludes Season at State Meet

Survive and Advance: Channing Wilson to perform next week, “The Road” Recap

Partial SNAP Benefits to be Issued to Eligible Georgians

LaFayette High School Teacher Dies in Chickamauga House Fire

Walker County Development Authority Reschedules November Meeting

Georgia Duck Hunting Season Opens Nov. 22; Early Youth and Military Hunt Nov. 15–16

City of LaFayette Announces Veterans Day Holiday Closure and Adjusted Garbage Pickup

LaFayette Girls Open Season With Dominant Win Over Woodland

Walker County Board of Education Names Davidson Assistant Superintendent

Walker County Commission Notes Cost Savings, Approves Variances at November Meeting

North Georgia Blood Assurance Advisory Board Welcomes Local Students for Donor Engagement Discussion

Pilgrim’s to Break Ground on New Prepared Foods Facility in LaFayette

Local/Regional News

Storm Winds Down Trees, Causing Power Outages in Walker County

Walker County Schools on Two-Hour Delay Monday

Strong Storms Possible Tonight Across the Tri-State Area; Colder Weather Arrives Monday

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