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Annual Audit Available for Review

Wednesday, March 13

The annual audit report of governmental and business activities in Walker County will be presented during the Walker County Board of Commissioners meeting on Thursday, March 14, 2024. The report covers the period from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023, and spans 112... Read More.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Secures Federal Funding for Vital Projects

Tuesday, March 12

Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has secured federal funding for seven vital projects in Northwest Georgia through the annual Community Project Funding Request process. These projects, aimed at enhancing the quality of life and fostering economic and... Read More.

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Georgia Department of Transportation Installs New Signs on Lookout Mountain

Tuesday, March 12

The Georgia Department of Transportation - Northwest has installed new signage along the 90-degree curve on SR 136 just west of Sunset Drive. The new signs detect approaching vehicles and light up as drivers reach them to help direct motorists through the curve. We... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police Requesting Assistance Identifying Subject

Tuesday, March 12

Investigators are requesting assistance identifying the persons shown in these photos in reference to Forgery case that occurred at a local business. If you have any information regarding their identity, please contact Detective Gebelein at (706) 866-2512 in reference to case number FOP2403091

City of LaFayette Recognizes Officer of the Year

Tuesday, March 12

The City of LaFayette took time to recognize the 2023 Officer of the Year.LaFayette shared on Facebook, "We would like to congratulate Corporal Smith on receiving the 2023 Officer of the Year award! Corporal Smith is a hard worker who is dedicated to... Read More.

Georgia Presidential Preference Primary Taking Place March 12th

Monday, March 11

The Georgia Presidential Preference Primary takes place tomorrow, March 12th. Polls will open statewide at 7:00 am and close at 7:00 pm Voters in all Georgia counties can vote during those hours at their assigned precincts.Voting in the Georgia Presidential Preference Primary has been... Read More.

Walker This Week – Episode 8

Sunday, March 10

Agenda For March 14th Board of Commissioners Meeting Shared

Sunday, March 10

The agenda for the Walker County Board of Commissioners meeting on March 14, 2024 is posted below. The meeting takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Courthouse Annex III at 201 S Main Street in LaFayette and will be streamed live on the county's Facebook... Read More.

Summerville Man Quickly Convicted of Domestic Violence

Tuesday, March 5

On Wednesday February 21, 2024, Chattooga County, jurors convicted Vincent Ray Hix, 35, of Aggravated Battery after less than twenty minutes of deliberation.Over the course of the two-day trial, the evidence showed that Hix started an... Read More.

Tuesday, March 5

The Lafayette Police Department would like to speak to the subjects depicted in the attached photographs regarding an incident which occurred at the Lafayette, Georgia Walmart on February 19, 2024.

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Cloudland at McLemore Resort Unveils as Major Economic Contributor in Walker County

Monday, March 4

Cloudland at McLemore Resort, a significant private investment in Walker County, has commenced operations, marking a milestone in the area's economic development. The newly opened resort, situated on Lookout Mountain, boasts a... Read More.

Walker County’s 2024 Infrastructure and Economic Developments

Sunday, March 3

Walker County Plans Extensive Road Paving in 2024Road Improvement InitiativeAs the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) gears up to resume on April 1, Walker County is set to embark on a comprehensive road improvement initiative. With an estimated annual revenue of... Read More.