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Chickamauga Woman’s Club to Host Mobile Mammogram Unit May 8

Wednesday, February 25

The Chickamauga Woman’s Club (CWC) will once again bring a mobile mammogram unit to downtown Chickamauga on May 8, 2026. The unit will be stationed at the Historic Train Depot, offering women a convenient and low-cost opportunity to receive an important preventive health screening. The... Read More.

Georgia Lawmaker Proposes ‘Rio’s Law’ to Improve Safety for Drivers with Developmental Disabilities

Wednesday, February 25

A Georgia lawmaker is pushing for new legislation aimed at improving interactions between law enforcement officers and individuals with developmental disabilities. The proposal, known as “Rio’s Law,” is being introduced by State Senator Brian Strickland, who says the measure would allow individuals with autism—or families... Read More.

Georgia Senate Bill Targets Chronic Student Absenteeism

Tuesday, February 24

Georgia lawmakers are considering new legislation aimed at reducing chronic absenteeism in public schools. Senate Bill 513, also known as the Every Day Counts Act, would establish a statewide definition for chronically unexcused students and require intervention measures to improve attendance. Under the proposal, a student... Read More.

Girls Basketball State Tournament: Cherokee Bluff 57 LaFayette 41

Tuesday, February 24

Girls basketball state tournament results from Tuesday night. Cherokee Bluff 57 LaFayette 41 The Lady Ramblers finish the season 17-11.

Rock City Gondola Proposal Draws Crowd, Concerns at Lookout Mountain Meeting

Tuesday, February 24

A proposed gondola project at Rock City prompted a lively discussion Tuesday evening during a meeting of the Lookout Mountain Planning Commission. Rock City must receive approval from the Lookout Mountain City Council before the project can move forward. The proposal has already been approved... Read More.

Georgia House Passes Bill to Expand Cellphone Ban to High School Classrooms

Tuesday, February 24

Cellphone use in Georgia’s high school classrooms is a step closer to being banned statewide after lawmakers approved new legislation Tuesday. The Georgia House of Representatives voted 145 to 20 to pass House Bill 1009, which would restrict student access to personal electronic devices throughout... Read More.

Scam Alert: Callers Impersonating Walker County Sheriff’s Office

Tuesday, February 24

Scam Alert: Callers Impersonating Walker County Sheriff’s Office WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam involving individuals impersonating law enforcement. According to the Sheriff’s Office, multiple reports have been received from residents who were contacted by callers... Read More.

LaFayette High School girls shut out Christian Heritage 5-0 in freezing conditions

Tuesday, February 24

Despite frigid weather conditions, the LaFayette High School girls soccer team turned in a dominant performance Monday, defeating Christian Heritage School by a final score of 5-0. Cora Lanier led the Lady Ramblers offensively with two goals and one assist. Emma Brown also scored twice,... Read More.

Georgia Power filings could lower electric rates if approved

Monday, February 23

Georgia Power has filed two cases with the Georgia Public Service Commission that could result in slightly lower electric bills for customers beginning this summer. The filings include the company’s routine Fuel Cost Recovery case and a Storm Cost Recovery case. Together, Georgia Power says... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Waives Dog Adoption Fees as Kennels Reach Capacity

Monday, February 23

Adoption fees have been waived for all dogs over six months old at the Walker County Animal Shelter as the facility works to relieve overcrowding and create space for incoming animals. The shelter announced the limited-time adoption special, which runs through Feb. 28, 2026, in... Read More.

Joseph Mays Pleads Guilty to Malice Murder in Death of Jamie Wiley

Monday, February 23

Joseph Mays, 34, of Griffin, Georgia, pleaded guilty to Malice Murder on February 10, 2026, in connection with the death of his girlfriend, Jamie Wiley, a 36-year-old woman from Michigan. According to authorities, Mays and Wiley had been dating for a few months and were... Read More.

LaFayette Soccer Practices Canceled Due to Extreme Cold

Monday, February 23

The City of LaFayette Parks & Recreation Department has announced that all soccer practices scheduled for Monday, Feb. 23, have been canceled due to extremely cold temperatures. Officials said the decision was made to ensure the safety of players, coaches, and families amid the frigid... Read More.

Chickamauga Woman’s Club to Host Mobile Mammogram Unit May 8

Georgia Lawmaker Proposes ‘Rio’s Law’ to Improve Safety for Drivers with Developmental Disabilities

Georgia Senate Bill Targets Chronic Student Absenteeism

Girls Basketball State Tournament: Cherokee Bluff 57 LaFayette 41

Rock City Gondola Proposal Draws Crowd, Concerns at Lookout Mountain Meeting

Georgia House Passes Bill to Expand Cellphone Ban to High School Classrooms

Scam Alert: Callers Impersonating Walker County Sheriff’s Office

LaFayette High School girls shut out Christian Heritage 5-0 in freezing conditions

Georgia Power filings could lower electric rates if approved

Walker County Animal Shelter Waives Dog Adoption Fees as Kennels Reach Capacity

Joseph Mays Pleads Guilty to Malice Murder in Death of Jamie Wiley

LaFayette Soccer Practices Canceled Due to Extreme Cold

Local/Regional News

Queen City Lake Beach to Remain Closed as City Continues E. coli Investigation

Walker County Commissioners to Consider FY2027 Budget, Data Center Moratorium at August Meeting

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

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