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Rossville to Become Home to Quantum Computing Access Node Through Multi-Million Dollar BridgTRK Investment

Wednesday, July 15

A new technology project is set to bring quantum computing connectivity to Walker County as BridgTRK has purchased four acres in Rossville's Peerless community to construct one of the region's first commercial access points to EPB's Quantum Network. According to information released by Walker County... Read More.

Rock City Invites Public to Open Houses as Gondola Proposal Moves Forward

Wednesday, July 15

Rock City Enterprises is asking residents to help shape the future of its proposed gondola transportation system by participating in a series of community open house meetings scheduled for mid-August. The announcement comes as the project enters its next phase following the rejection of a... Read More.

Walker County Chairwoman Clarifies Data Center Moratorium Applies Only to Unincorporated Areas

Tuesday, July 14

Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems is clarifying that the county's recently approved 30-day moratorium on new data center development applies only to unincorporated Walker County and does not affect any of the county's municipalities. In a video released Tuesday, Teems said each city within Walker... Read More.

Protect Yourself and Your Family From Cyclosporiasis – Take Precautions When Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Tuesday, July 14

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging Georgians to take extra precautions when purchasing, preparing, and consuming fresh fruits and vegetables to help prevent cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal disease. At this time, DPH is not aware of any Georgia-specific outbreaks, clusters, or potential... Read More.

Power Restored After Outage Affected Portions of Chickamauga

Tuesday, July 14

Power has been restored to all customers affected by an outage that impacted portions of the City of Chickamauga on Monday. According to city officials, the outage was caused by a problem at the shared TVA/North Georgia Electric Long Hollow substation. Officials said the issue... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Still at Critical Capacity Despite 25 Adoptions

Monday, July 13

The Walker County Animal Shelter is celebrating a successful week of pet adoptions, but shelter officials say the facility remains at a critically urgent capacity as new animals continue to arrive. The shelter announced that 25 animals found permanent homes last week, including seven adoptions... Read More.

Operation Southern Slow Down Underway Across Georgia and Tennessee

Monday, July 13

As summer travel increases across Tennessee and Georgia, law enforcement agencies are stepping up traffic enforcement and urging motorists to slow down behind the wheel. Georgia and Tennessee have joined Alabama, South Carolina and Florida for the annual Operation Southern Slow Down, a weeklong campaign... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police to Conduct Training at Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School

Monday, July 13

Residents in the Fort Oglethorpe area can expect to see an increased law enforcement presence at Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School on Thursday, July 16, as the Fort Oglethorpe Police Department conducts building clearing training exercises. The department said officers, police vehicles, and training activities will... Read More.

Rock Tots Program Postponed Due to Rainy Weather

Monday, July 13

LaFayette Parks and Recreation has postponed this week's Rock Tots program because of expected rainy weather moving through the area. Officials announced the decision after forecasts called for an afternoon and evening line of showers and thunderstorms. The program has been rescheduled for next week. Participants... Read More.

New Mural Celebrates Walker County Landmark in Downtown Chickamauga

Monday, July 13

Visitors to downtown Chickamauga may notice a colorful new addition to the area's growing collection of public art. Walker Rocks announced the completion of its newest mural, created by artist Jonathan Bidwell, celebrating one of Walker County's most recognizable landmarks—the Wilder Tower. The mural is located... Read More.

LaFayette Police Department Announces Active Shooter Training at LaFayette Middle School

Monday, July 13

Residents may notice an increased law enforcement presence at LaFayette Middle School later this month as the City of LaFayette Police Department conducts active shooter training exercises. The training sessions are scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, and Tuesday, July 21, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00... Read More.

EMERGENCY SHORTAGE: Donors needed now to stop alarming drop in Red Cross blood supply

Monday, July 13

The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and... Read More.

Rossville to Become Home to Quantum Computing Access Node Through Multi-Million Dollar BridgTRK Investment

Rock City Invites Public to Open Houses as Gondola Proposal Moves Forward

Walker County Chairwoman Clarifies Data Center Moratorium Applies Only to Unincorporated Areas

Protect Yourself and Your Family From Cyclosporiasis – Take Precautions When Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Power Restored After Outage Affected Portions of Chickamauga

Walker County Animal Shelter Still at Critical Capacity Despite 25 Adoptions

Operation Southern Slow Down Underway Across Georgia and Tennessee

Fort Oglethorpe Police to Conduct Training at Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School

Rock Tots Program Postponed Due to Rainy Weather

New Mural Celebrates Walker County Landmark in Downtown Chickamauga

LaFayette Police Department Announces Active Shooter Training at LaFayette Middle School

EMERGENCY SHORTAGE: Donors needed now to stop alarming drop in Red Cross blood supply

Local/Regional News

Walker County Commissioners Discuss Possible Property Tax Increase to Fund Fire Department Expansion

MARS THEATER WELCOMES SEASONED PERFORMER DMC FOR AN EVENING OF POP, COUNTRY & BROADWAY FAVORITES

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

Walker County Officials Announce Rock Spring Polling Place Change