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Parrish Assumes Role as Chickamauga Acting Mayor After Council Removes Deck

Tuesday, February 10

Evitte Parrish will now serve as acting mayor of Chickamauga following the removal of former Mayor Trey Deck by the Chickamauga City Council. The council voted 4-to-1 to remove Deck from office after a city council-led investigation into multiple allegations of racist, sexual, inappropriate and... Read More.

Court Hearing Set as Removed Chickamauga Mayor Challenges City Charter on Due Process Grounds

Monday, February 9

A Walker County Superior Court hearing is scheduled for Friday, where attorneys for former Chickamauga Mayor Trey Deck are expected to argue that the city’s charter is unconstitutional because it fails to provide due process protections in removal proceedings. Deck’s attorney, Jeremy Penland, said he... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Hosting Valentine’s Adoption Event With Discounted Fees

Monday, February 9

The Walker County Animal Shelter is celebrating Valentine’s Day by encouraging residents to open their hearts and homes to a new pet through a special adoption event taking place this week. The shelter’s Long-Term Commitment Adoption Event runs until Valentines Day and features significantly reduced... Read More.

Chickamauga Mayor Removed After Investigation Details Alleged Sexual and Offensive Conduct

Monday, February 9

Chickamauga Mayor Trey Deck was removed from office following a 4–1 vote by the City Council after multiple allegations of sexual, inappropriate and offensive conduct were detailed in an internal investigation involving city employees. Council members voted January 13 to proceed with a public hearing... Read More.

Deadline to Register to Vote for March 10 Special Elections Is Today February 9

Monday, February 9

Deadline to Register to Vote for March 10 Special Elections Is Today Voters planning to participate in the March 10, 2026 Special Elections are reminded that the deadline to register to vote is Monday, February 9, 2026. Eligible voters who are not yet registered must complete... Read More.

LaFayette City Council to Address Paving, Greenway Sidewalks at Monday Meeting

Sunday, February 8

The LaFayette City Council is scheduled to meet Monday, February 9, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall for its regular monthly meeting. The meeting will begin with a call to order, followed by an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members are expected to... Read More.

Rising Costs Slow New Home Construction in Walker County, but 2025 Still Ranks Among Best Years

Sunday, February 8

New home construction in unincorporated Walker County slowed in 2025 as rising construction costs pushed prices higher, but the year still ranked as the third strongest on record for the county. According to the Walker County Planning Office, 244 permits were issued last year for... Read More.

Proposed Gas Station Near School, Church Draws Concern in Naomi

Sunday, February 8

A proposed development in Walker County is raising concerns among residents in the Naomi community. The proposal centers on property at the intersection of Highways 136 and 151, where the owners are seeking to sell the land to a developer who plans to build a... Read More.

Chickamauga Council Reschedules Public Hearing on Mayor

Sunday, February 8

The Chickamauga City Council has set a new date for a public hearing that will determine the future of Mayor Trey Deck. The hearing was rescheduled after dozens of residents arrived at City Hall expecting to attend the originally scheduled session, only to be turned... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Sunday, February 8

100 Candlelight Forest 9862 Hwy 193 Chickamauga, GA 100 Roper Cafe 1507 Broomtown Rd La Fayette, GA 100 Naomi Elementary 4036 E Hwy 136 La Fayette, GA 100 Holy Smoke Bdq Base 2100 Old Bethel Rd Chickamauga, GA 100 Choo Choo Express Mobile 12960... Read More.

LaFayette vs. Adairsville on Georgia 93.7 WQCH

Friday, February 6

LaFayette vs. Adairsville on Georgia 93.7 WQCH LaFayette returns to the court as the Ramblers take on Adairsville in local high school basketball action on Georgia 93.7 WQCH, with tip-off at 7:00 PM. The Ramblers enter the matchup with a strong 14-8 record, looking to continue... Read More.

Rock City Gondola Project Moves Forward Amid Community Concerns

Thursday, February 5

Officials with Rock City appeared before Walker County commissioners Thursday seeking rezoning approval for a new gondola ride on Lookout Mountain. Rock City representatives say the gondola would transport visitors from the base of the mountain to the top, easing congestion on the winding mountain... Read More.

Parrish Assumes Role as Chickamauga Acting Mayor After Council Removes Deck

Court Hearing Set as Removed Chickamauga Mayor Challenges City Charter on Due Process Grounds

Walker County Animal Shelter Hosting Valentine’s Adoption Event With Discounted Fees

Chickamauga Mayor Removed After Investigation Details Alleged Sexual and Offensive Conduct

Deadline to Register to Vote for March 10 Special Elections Is Today February 9

LaFayette City Council to Address Paving, Greenway Sidewalks at Monday Meeting

Rising Costs Slow New Home Construction in Walker County, but 2025 Still Ranks Among Best Years

Proposed Gas Station Near School, Church Draws Concern in Naomi

Chickamauga Council Reschedules Public Hearing on Mayor

Walker County Restaurant Report

LaFayette vs. Adairsville on Georgia 93.7 WQCH

Rock City Gondola Project Moves Forward Amid Community Concerns

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