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Georgia Bill Would Require Daily Weapons Screening in Public Schools

Tuesday, March 24

Georgia could become the first state in the nation to require every student to be screened for weapons when entering a public school each day under legislation now nearing final passage at the State Capitol. The proposal comes in response to the 2024 school shooting... Read More.

High Fire Danger Warning Issued Across Tri-State Area

Tuesday, March 24

High Fire Danger Warning Issued Across Tri-State Area NORTH GEORGIA / NORTHEAST ALABAMA / SOUTHEAST TENNESSEE — The National Weather Service has issued a High Fire Danger Warning for much of the region due to dry conditions and gusty winds. Officials say a combination of low... Read More.

Georgia Streamlines Career Pathways to Align with Workforce Needs

Monday, March 23

Georgia is modernizing how career pathways are organized in schools, transitioning from 17 Career Clusters to a streamlined structure of 14 clusters designed to better align with today’s workforce needs. The Georgia Department of Education announced that all 152 state-approved Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education... Read More.

Early Voting for Runoff Election Set for Single Location in Walker County

Monday, March 23

Walker County election officials have announced early voting plans for the upcoming runoff election, which will take place at a single location in LaFayette. Early voting will be held March 30 through April 2, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Inspection Scores

Monday, March 23

100 The Best (Grill Restaurant) 150 Pearl Dr La Fayette, GA 96 Dairy Queen 1882 N Main St La Fayette, GA 99 The Crushed Tomato 111 E Lafayette Sq La Fayette, GA 100 McDonald’s - Chickamauga 106 Lafayette Rd Chickamauga, GA 100 Los Guerreo’s... Read More.

Walker County Landfill to Host “Strawapalooza” Giveaway March 24–25

Monday, March 23

In celebration of the first full week of spring, the Walker County Landfill will host a unique community giveaway event, “Strawapalooza,” on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 24–25, offering residents free straw while supplies last. The event will feature approximately 250 square bales of straw available... Read More.

LaFayette Planning Commission to Meet March 30

Monday, March 23

The City of LaFayette Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Monday, March 30 at the Federal Building, located at 109 North Main Street in LaFayette. The meeting is slated to begin at 6pm.

Walker County Commissioners to Hold Special Budget Work Session March 24

Monday, March 23

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called work session on Tuesday, March 24 at 4:30 p.m. in the conference room of Courthouse Annex I, located at 101 S. Duke Street in LaFayette. The primary focus of the work session will be... Read More.

Lady Ramblers Roll Past Coosa 5-0

Monday, March 23

The LaFayette High School Lady Ramblers soccer team picked up an impressive 5-0 victory over Coosa on Friday, showcasing a strong offensive performance and solid teamwork. Naomi Thompson led the charge with two goals and one assist, while Emma Brown matched her effort with two... Read More.

Fuller, Harris Clash on Economy, Foreign Policy in Atlanta Debate Ahead of April 7 Runoff

Monday, March 23

The race for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District intensified Sunday in Atlanta as Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris squared off in a debate ahead of the April 7 runoff to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress. With early voting approaching, both candidates used the... Read More.

Northwest Georgia No Longer Has State’s Cheapest Gas Prices as Costs Climb

Monday, March 23

Northwest Georgia counties Dade, Walker and Catoosa are no longer home to the cheapest gas prices in the state, as rising crude oil costs continue to push prices higher at the pump across Georgia. Filling up is getting more expensive again for Georgia drivers, with... Read More.

Darlington Drama: Goodyear 400 on WQCH

Sunday, March 22

The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Darlington Raceway for the Goodyear 400, where precision and patience are key. With its challenging layout and rich history, Darlington always produces unforgettable racing moments. Coverage of the race starts at 2PM. Listen live on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH... Read More.

Georgia Bill Would Require Daily Weapons Screening in Public Schools

High Fire Danger Warning Issued Across Tri-State Area

Georgia Streamlines Career Pathways to Align with Workforce Needs

Early Voting for Runoff Election Set for Single Location in Walker County

Walker County Restaurant Inspection Scores

Walker County Landfill to Host “Strawapalooza” Giveaway March 24–25

LaFayette Planning Commission to Meet March 30

Walker County Commissioners to Hold Special Budget Work Session March 24

Lady Ramblers Roll Past Coosa 5-0

Fuller, Harris Clash on Economy, Foreign Policy in Atlanta Debate Ahead of April 7 Runoff

Northwest Georgia No Longer Has State’s Cheapest Gas Prices as Costs Climb

Darlington Drama: Goodyear 400 on WQCH

Local/Regional News

Walker County Commissioners to Consider FY2027 Budget, Data Center Moratorium at August Meeting

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Walker County Voters to Receive New School Board District Assignments Ahead of November Election