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LaFayette Water Crews Responding to Two Water Main Breaks Wednesday Night

Wednesday, October 14

City of LaFayette Water Department crews are working Wednesday night to repair two water main breaks in the LaFayette and Rock Spring areas. In an update issued around 8:40 p.m. Wednesday, October 14, city officials reported that crews were on the scene working to repair... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners Schedule Special Called Meeting October 20 to Discuss Forensic Audit

Wednesday, October 14

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, with a presentation on a forensic audit scheduled as the primary item of business. The meeting will take place from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Walker... Read More.

Fuller’s “County Connections” Program Coming to Walker County Friday

Wednesday, October 14

Fuller’s “County Connections” Program Coming to Walker County Friday Congressman Clay Fuller’s “County Connections” program will make its next stop in Walker County on Friday, October 16, giving area residents an opportunity to meet with staff from Georgia’s 14th Congressional District office. Fuller’s staff will be... Read More.

Walker County Health Department to Host Fourth Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Day October 29

Wednesday, October 14

The Walker County Health Department is inviting women throughout the community to take an important step toward protecting their health during its fourth annual Breast Cancer Awareness Day on Thursday, October 29. The event will take place from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the... Read More.

Georgia Firearms Deer Hunting Season Opens Saturday, October 17

Tuesday, October 13

Deer hunters across Georgia are preparing to head into the woods as the state's firearms deer hunting season officially opens Saturday, October 17, and continues into January 2027. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) says hunters can look forward to another... Read More.

Walker County Residents Frustrated by Repeated Water Outages as Officials Work Toward Solution

Tuesday, October 13

Residents in parts of Walker County are calling for improvements to the local water system after repeated outages, discolored water, and ongoing pressure problems have left some households without running water for extended periods. According to reports from WRCB-TV Channel 3 in Chattanooga and WDEF... Read More.

Walker County Data Center Committee Recommends Stricter Noise, Building and Environmental Standards

Tuesday, October 13

The Walker County Data Center Development Standards Study Committee continues to work toward establishing regulations for potential data center developments in the county, with members addressing noise restrictions, building requirements, lighting and environmental protections during their latest meeting. The committee held its fourth meeting on... Read More.

GNTC to Host Adult Education Open House Wednesday at Walker County Campus

Tuesday, October 13

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is inviting prospective students and community members to explore educational opportunities during an Adult Education Open House on Wednesday, October 14, at its Walker County Campus in Rock Spring. The event will take place from noon until 3 p.m. at... Read More.

Walker County Tag & Tax Office in Rock Spring Reopens Following Water Damage

Tuesday, October 13

The Walker County Tag & Tax Office in Rock Spring has officially reopened after being closed for several months due to extensive water damage. According to Walker County officials, the office, located inside the Local Government Services building, sustained substantial damage in April when a... Read More.

President Trump Coming to Dalton Friday for Midterm Rally

Monday, October 12

President Trump Coming to Dalton Friday for Midterm Rally President Donald Trump will return to northwest Georgia Friday for a campaign rally in Dalton as the 2026 midterm election campaign enters its final weeks. The rally is scheduled for Friday, October 16, at Dalton Municipal Airport... Read More.

Georgia Voters to Decide on Three Statewide Constitutional Amendments in November Election

Sunday, October 11

Georgia voters will have more than candidates to consider when they head to the polls for the November 3, 2026, general election. Three proposed amendments to the Georgia Constitution will appear on the statewide ballot, addressing farmland tax benefits, probate court elections, and funding... Read More.

Walker County Board of Education to Review Financial Reports, School Contracts at October 19 Meeting

Sunday, October 11

The Walker County Board of Education will hold its next regular meeting on Monday, October 19, with financial reports, facility improvements, school contracts and personnel recommendations among the items on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. at the Walker County... Read More.

LaFayette Water Crews Responding to Two Water Main Breaks Wednesday Night

Walker County Commissioners Schedule Special Called Meeting October 20 to Discuss Forensic Audit

Fuller’s “County Connections” Program Coming to Walker County Friday

Walker County Health Department to Host Fourth Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Day October 29

Georgia Firearms Deer Hunting Season Opens Saturday, October 17

Walker County Residents Frustrated by Repeated Water Outages as Officials Work Toward Solution

Walker County Data Center Committee Recommends Stricter Noise, Building and Environmental Standards

GNTC to Host Adult Education Open House Wednesday at Walker County Campus

Walker County Tag & Tax Office in Rock Spring Reopens Following Water Damage

President Trump Coming to Dalton Friday for Midterm Rally

Georgia Voters to Decide on Three Statewide Constitutional Amendments in November Election

Walker County Board of Education to Review Financial Reports, School Contracts at October 19 Meeting

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Walker County Data Center Committee Moves Toward Stricter Development Regulations