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Lady Ramblers Finish Region Schedule Undefeated with 9–1 Win Over Ridgeland

Tuesday, September 30

The LaFayette High School Lady Ramblers softball team capped off a perfect region slate Monday night with a commanding 9–1 victory over Ridgeland, completing their region schedule undefeated. Behind dominant pitching and timely offense, LaFayette left no doubt. Marlie Day and Addi Hogue combined for... Read More.

Walker County Health Department Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Tuesday, September 30

The Walker County Health Department will recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Day on Tuesday, October 7, by offering free breast exams from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the health department, located at 603 E. Villanow Street in LaFayette. Appointments may be made by calling 706-638-5577,... Read More.

Ridgeland High Teacher Under Scrutiny After Allegations from Former Tennessee Student

Monday, September 29

A science teacher at Ridgeland High School is under scrutiny after a former student from a Tennessee high school accused him of engaging in an inappropriate relationship while she was a minor. Nathan Dawson, who currently teaches at Ridgeland High, is accused by a former... Read More.

Bloodmobile Coming to Bank of LaFayette for October 6 Drive

Monday, September 29

Blood Assurance will host a community blood drive in LaFayette on Monday, October 6. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in front of the Bank of LaFayette’s main office in downtown LaFayette. Donors are encouraged to stop by the Blood... Read More.

Walker County Schools Outpace State in 2025 Graduation Rates

Monday, September 29

Graduation rates across Walker County high schools continued their upward trend this year, with the district once again outperforming the state average, according to new data released Monday by the Georgia Department of Education. The 2025 four-year cohort graduation rate for Walker County Schools reached... Read More.

Brutal Abuser Sentenced to 68 Years in Walker County for Attacks on Two Women, Killing of Family Pet

Monday, September 29

A Walker County man has been sentenced to 68 years in prison following his conviction for two violent domestic incidents, including setting a woman on fire and killing a family dog. Jarvis Jackson, 43, was found guilty in Walker County Superior Court after a bench... Read More.

LaFayette High School JV Volleyball team ends season 25-1

Sunday, September 28

The JV Volleyball team finished with a 25-1 record on the season. The ladies went 4-0 this weekend at the St. Pius JV Tournament. The Ramblers notched wins over Darlington, Columbus, St. Pius and Landmark.

Bank of LaFayette to Host Free Community Shred Day on October 24

Sunday, September 28

Residents looking to securely dispose of sensitive documents will have the opportunity to do so during the upcoming Community Shred Day, hosted by The Bank of LaFayette on Thursday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., or until the shred truck is full. The... Read More.

City of LaFayette Planning Commission to meet Monday Night

Sunday, September 28

The City of LaFayette Planning Commission is set to meet Monday, September 29th at 6pm at the Old Federal Building.

WALKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO CONVENE FOR OCTOBER MEETING

Sunday, September 28

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold its next regular meeting on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the county’s official chambers and is open to the public. Chairwoman Shannon Whitfield Teems will call the meeting to... Read More.

Dillingham Named New GDOT Area Manager for Northwest Georgia

Friday, September 26

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has appointed Joel Dillingham as the new District 6 Area 4 Manager, putting him at the helm of all construction and maintenance projects in Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, and Walker counties. Dillingham brings nearly two decades of experience with GDOT... Read More.

Restaurant Health Inspection Report

Thursday, September 25

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Lady Ramblers Finish Region Schedule Undefeated with 9–1 Win Over Ridgeland

Walker County Health Department Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Ridgeland High Teacher Under Scrutiny After Allegations from Former Tennessee Student

Bloodmobile Coming to Bank of LaFayette for October 6 Drive

Walker County Schools Outpace State in 2025 Graduation Rates

Brutal Abuser Sentenced to 68 Years in Walker County for Attacks on Two Women, Killing of Family Pet

LaFayette High School JV Volleyball team ends season 25-1

Bank of LaFayette to Host Free Community Shred Day on October 24

City of LaFayette Planning Commission to meet Monday Night

WALKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TO CONVENE FOR OCTOBER MEETING

Dillingham Named New GDOT Area Manager for Northwest Georgia

Restaurant Health Inspection Report

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