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Walker County Restaurant Report

Sunday, June 7

100 Residences at PIN Oak 67 Pin Oak Dr Rock Spring,GA 100 Wendy's-Chickamauga 12706 Hwy 27 Chickamauga,GA 99 Hardee's - Lafayette 813 N Main St Lafayette, GA 99 Armando's 1105 Lafayette Rd Rossville, GA 95 Los Charros Taqueria Y Restaurante 8019 N Hwy 27... Read More.

Battlefield Connector Trail Officially Opens in Chickamauga

Saturday, June 6

The City of Chickamauga is celebrating the official opening of the new Battlefield Connector Trail, a project designed to enhance outdoor recreation and connect residents and visitors to the community’s natural and historic attractions. City officials marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, officially opening... Read More.

LaFayette City Council to Consider Infrastructure Projects, Rezoning Request at Monday Meeting

Saturday, June 6

The City of LaFayette Mayor and Council will meet Monday, June 8, for their regularly scheduled council meeting, with a wide range of city business on the agenda, including infrastructure projects, development matters, and upcoming community events. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. with... Read More.

LaFayette Softball Releases 2026 Schedule, Opens Season July 31

Friday, June 5

The LaFayette Lady Ramblers have announced their 2026 varsity and junior varsity softball schedule, featuring a busy slate of non-region and region matchups as they prepare for another competitive season. LaFayette will begin the year with a preseason scrimmage against Dade County on July 31... Read More.

Walker County Approves Mandatory Spay/Neuter Ordinance for Pets

Friday, June 5

Pet owners in Walker County will now be required to have their dogs and cats spayed or neutered under a newly approved ordinance aimed at reducing pet overpopulation and easing the burden on the county animal shelter. The Walker County Board of Commissioners recently approved... Read More.

Walker County Board of Education Announces Public Hearings on Proposed FY2027 Budget

Thursday, June 4

The Walker County Board of Education has announced two public meetings to gather input on its proposed 2026-2027 operating budget. According to a public notice issued by the school system, the hearings are being held in accordance with Georgia Code §20-2-167.1 and are intended exclusively... Read More.

Chickamauga Receives $40,000 Grant To Plan Redevelopment Of Crystal Springs Mill Site

Thursday, June 4

The City of Chickamauga has been awarded a $40,000 grant through the Georgia Rural Center to fund a professional redevelopment planning study for the former Crystal Springs Mill site and other city-owned properties in downtown Chickamauga. The grant will support a comprehensive planning effort led... Read More.

Walker County Fire Rescue Names Jason Cruise as Fire Marshal

Thursday, June 4

Walker County Fire Rescue has announced the appointment of Jason Cruise as the department's new Fire Marshal, bringing more than two decades of experience in the fire service to the position. Cruise has served in various leadership roles throughout his career and has developed extensive... Read More.

Lafayette To Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary With Freedom Festival July 2

Thursday, June 4

The City of LaFayette is preparing for one of its biggest Independence Day celebrations ever as the annual Freedom Festival returns to the Ross Abney Complex on Thursday, July 2, with a special focus on America's 250th birthday. The event will begin at 5 p.m.... Read More.

Walker County Man Convicted on Multiple Charges Involving Sexual Abuse of Child Family Members

Thursday, June 4

Walker County, Georgia—On May 19, 2026, a Walker County jury found James Franklin Frazier guilty of four counts of Aggravated Child Molestation, Aggravated Sodomy, and eighteen counts of Child Molestation following a two-day trial before the Honorable Chief Judge Brian House. The evidence presented at trial showed... Read More.

National Fishing and Boating Week Returns June 6-14 with Free Fishing Days in Georgia

Thursday, June 4

Outdoor enthusiasts across the state will have an opportunity to enjoy Georgia’s lakes, rivers and streams during National Fishing and Boating Week, which runs from June 6-14, 2026. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is encouraging residents to get outside, introduce... Read More.

LaFayette Ramblers Volleyball Releases 2026 Schedule

Thursday, June 4

The LaFayette High School Lady Ramblers volleyball team has announced its 2026 schedule, featuring a full slate of non-region tournaments, area matchups and invitationals as the team prepares for another competitive season. The season begins with a scrimmage at Christian Heritage on Aug. 3 before... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Battlefield Connector Trail Officially Opens in Chickamauga

LaFayette City Council to Consider Infrastructure Projects, Rezoning Request at Monday Meeting

LaFayette Softball Releases 2026 Schedule, Opens Season July 31

Walker County Approves Mandatory Spay/Neuter Ordinance for Pets

Walker County Board of Education Announces Public Hearings on Proposed FY2027 Budget

Chickamauga Receives $40,000 Grant To Plan Redevelopment Of Crystal Springs Mill Site

Walker County Fire Rescue Names Jason Cruise as Fire Marshal

Lafayette To Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary With Freedom Festival July 2

Walker County Man Convicted on Multiple Charges Involving Sexual Abuse of Child Family Members

National Fishing and Boating Week Returns June 6-14 with Free Fishing Days in Georgia

LaFayette Ramblers Volleyball Releases 2026 Schedule

Local/Regional News

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

Walker County Animal Shelter Seeking Donations to Help Care for Shelter Pets

Walker County Restaurant Report

Strong Winds Cause Downed Trees, Power Outages Across Chickamauga