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Labor Day Travel Surge Expected as Americans Face Higher Costs, Heavy Traffic

Thursday, August 27

Americans are preparing to close out the summer travel season with Labor Day getaways, but those hitting the road or heading to the airport should be prepared for higher costs and heavy traffic. AAA booking data shows strong travel demand for the 2026 Labor Day... Read More.

GNTC Culinary Arts Students Offering Themed Dinners Throughout September

Wednesday, August 26

Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s Culinary Arts Program is inviting the community to enjoy a series of student-prepared prix fixe dinners throughout September. Students taking Contemporary Cuisine this semester will prepare three themed dinners featuring cuisine from different parts of Europe and the Mediterranean. The series begins... Read More.

LaFayette Ramblers to Play at State Farm Arena

Wednesday, August 26

The LaFayette Ramblers boys basketball team will have the opportunity to play on one of basketball’s biggest stages this season. The Ramblers will take on Northwest on December 26th at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks. The game time and ticket... Read More.

Hands Across the Border Campaign Kicks Off in Ringgold Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

Tuesday, August 25

RINGGOLD, Ga. — Law enforcement officers from across the Southeast gathered in Ringgold Monday evening as part of a multistate effort to reduce impaired driving and traffic fatalities ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend. The gathering was part of Hands Across the Border, an... Read More.

Grant Funding Available to Help Walker County Homeowners Repair Failing Septic Systems

Tuesday, August 25

A new round of grant funding could help some Walker County homeowners tackle the costly and messy problem of a failing septic system. The Limestone Valley Resource Conservation and Development Council has secured $268,000 to help property owners within the Chattanooga Creek watershed repair failing... Read More.

Country Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Leaving Behind an Unforgettable Legacy

Tuesday, August 25

Dolly Parton, the country music legend whose songwriting, unmistakable voice, faith and generous spirit made her one of America’s most beloved entertainers, has died at the age of 80. Parton’s death was announced Tuesday, Aug. 25. Her career spanned decades and took her from humble... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police Ask for Public’s Help Locating Kallie Carringer

Monday, August 24

FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. — The Fort Oglethorpe Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Kallie Carringer. Police are asking anyone who knows Carringer’s whereabouts, or who has recently seen or had contact with her, to contact the department. Anyone with information is asked... Read More.

Rock City Releases Responses to Top Concerns Over Lookout Mountain Gondola

Monday, August 24

Rock City Enterprises is responding to community concerns surrounding its proposed gondola project on Lookout Mountain, addressing questions ranging from traffic and noise to safety and environmental impacts. Company leaders have discussed the proposal during recent community meetings, and Rock City said in a news... Read More.

LaFayette Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Vehicle in Hit-and-Run Investigation

Monday, August 24

The LaFayette Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a vehicle suspected of being involved in a hit-and-run crash last month. According to police, the crash happened around 4:07 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29, at the intersection of East Villanow Street (Georgia Highway... Read More.

LaFayette City Council Calls Special Meeting Tuesday to Discuss Golf Training Facility

Monday, August 24

The LaFayette City Council will hold a special called meeting Tuesday evening, with a golf training facility listed as the only item of new business on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m. Tuesday, August 25, at LaFayette City Hall. According to the meeting... Read More.

Walker County First Stop on Congressman Clay Fuller’s New Constituent Services Tour

Monday, August 24

Walker County will be the first stop on a new constituent services tour across Georgia’s 14th Congressional District organized by U.S. Rep. Clay Fuller’s office. The new “County Connections” initiative will bring members of Fuller’s staff directly into communities across the district to assist residents... Read More.

Dade, Walker Area Has Some of Georgia’s Lowest Gas Prices as State Average Climbs

Monday, August 24

Drivers in Dade and Walker counties are seeing some of the lowest gas prices in Georgia even as the statewide average continues to climb amid pressure on global oil markets. According to AAA – The Auto Club Group, the Catoosa-Dade-Walker metro market is averaging $3.71... Read More.

Labor Day Travel Surge Expected as Americans Face Higher Costs, Heavy Traffic

GNTC Culinary Arts Students Offering Themed Dinners Throughout September

LaFayette Ramblers to Play at State Farm Arena

Hands Across the Border Campaign Kicks Off in Ringgold Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

Grant Funding Available to Help Walker County Homeowners Repair Failing Septic Systems

Country Music Legend Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Leaving Behind an Unforgettable Legacy

Fort Oglethorpe Police Ask for Public’s Help Locating Kallie Carringer

Rock City Releases Responses to Top Concerns Over Lookout Mountain Gondola

LaFayette Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Vehicle in Hit-and-Run Investigation

LaFayette City Council Calls Special Meeting Tuesday to Discuss Golf Training Facility

Walker County First Stop on Congressman Clay Fuller’s New Constituent Services Tour

Dade, Walker Area Has Some of Georgia’s Lowest Gas Prices as State Average Climbs

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