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LaFayette Council to Review Agreements, Recognize Community Achievements at Monday Meeting

Sunday, December 7

The LaFayette City Council will convene Monday, December 8, for its final regular meeting of the year, beginning with a zoning public hearing at 6:15 p.m. and the full council session at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Council members will then welcome several groups during... Read More.

LaFayette’s “Once Upon a Christmas” Parade Draws Hundreds; Winners Announced

Saturday, December 6

The holiday spirit was alive and well in LaFayette as hundreds of spectators packed the downtown square Friday night for the annual “Once Upon a Christmas” parade. Dozens of brightly lit, creatively themed floats made their way through the streets, drawing cheers from the... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police Seek Public’s Help in Retail Theft Investigation

Friday, December 5

The Fort Oglethorpe Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying individuals connected to a recent theft at a local retailer. The department’s Criminal Investigations Division released photos of the persons of interest and is urging anyone with information to come forward. Authorities... Read More.

LaFayette to Host Christmas Parade and Reindeer Run This Weekend

Friday, December 5

The City of LaFayette is preparing for a festive weekend with two major holiday events set for tonight and tomorrow, along with several temporary road closures. The annual LaFayette Christmas Parade will take place tonight, beginning at 6 p.m. To accommodate the event, Main Street... Read More.

Progress Continues on Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail

Friday, December 5

Construction on the Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail is moving steadily forward, with visible progress made in just three months. Crews have cleared the trail route of grass and brush, completed light grading, and hauled in and compacted fill dirt. Concrete work also began in... Read More.

Wrong-Way Crash on I-75 Near Dalton Leaves Three Dead; Investigation Ongoing

Friday, December 5

All southbound lanes of Interstate 75 near Dalton were shut down for several hours Thursday after a wrong-way crash in Whitfield County left three people dead and sent another driver to the hospital. Authorities say all three who died were inside the suspect’s vehicle,... Read More.

Blood Assurance Urges O-Positive Donors to Help Rebuild Supply After Fatal I-75 Crash

Friday, December 5

Blood Assurance says it delivered emergency O-positive blood units to Erlanger Medical Center following a deadly crash on I-75 in Dalton that left three people dead. While the agency was able to meet the hospital’s immediate demand, officials say the rapid response placed significant... Read More.

Upcoming Road Closures in LaFayette for Weekend Holiday Events

Friday, December 5

The City of LaFayette is advising residents and visitors to expect temporary road closures this weekend as two major holiday events take place downtown. Friday, December 5 — LaFayette Christmas ParadeThe annual Christmas Parade will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday evening. To accommodate parade... Read More.

Fairyland Elementary Closed Today Due to Downed Trees, Power Issues

Thursday, December 4

Fairyland Elementary School will remain closed today after multiple trees fell, blocking both the entrance and exit to the campus. A damaged transformer on site has also caused a power outage. EPB crews are on-site working to clear the debris and restore electricity. School officials... Read More.

AAA Warns Drivers to Secure Christmas Trees Safely This Holiday Season

Wednesday, December 3

As families begin picking out freshly cut Christmas trees, AAA is reminding drivers to take extra precautions when transporting them home. The organization warns that an improperly secured tree can damage a vehicle and create serious hazards for others on the road. AAA spokeswoman Montrae... Read More.

LaFayette Rifle Team Sets Season High, Wilke Qualifies for State Championship

Wednesday, December 3

The LaFayette High School Rifle Team posted its best performance of the season as it hosted the Etowah Air Force JROTC, defeating the visiting squad 1,129 to 1,114. Faith Wilke led LaFayette with a standout score of 295 out of 300, earning her a berth... Read More.

Walker County Government Closes at 11am Wednesday

Tuesday, December 2

Walker County Government offices will close at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3 for an employee Holiday luncheon and reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 4. This includes the landfill. The Walker County Animal Shelter will be closed on Wednesday. The shelter will... Read More.

LaFayette Council to Review Agreements, Recognize Community Achievements at Monday Meeting

LaFayette’s “Once Upon a Christmas” Parade Draws Hundreds; Winners Announced

Fort Oglethorpe Police Seek Public’s Help in Retail Theft Investigation

LaFayette to Host Christmas Parade and Reindeer Run This Weekend

Progress Continues on Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail

Wrong-Way Crash on I-75 Near Dalton Leaves Three Dead; Investigation Ongoing

Blood Assurance Urges O-Positive Donors to Help Rebuild Supply After Fatal I-75 Crash

Upcoming Road Closures in LaFayette for Weekend Holiday Events

Fairyland Elementary Closed Today Due to Downed Trees, Power Issues

AAA Warns Drivers to Secure Christmas Trees Safely This Holiday Season

LaFayette Rifle Team Sets Season High, Wilke Qualifies for State Championship

Walker County Government Closes at 11am Wednesday

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