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Walker County Chairwoman to Host Series of Community Town Halls

Thursday, May 7

Angie Teems will host a series of four town hall-style meetings across Walker County over the next two months, giving residents an opportunity to ask questions, share concerns and learn more about county government initiatives. The meetings will begin at 6 p.m. at locations throughout... Read More.

Trion High School Senior Transferred to ICE Custody Following Walker County Traffic Stop

Thursday, May 7

A Trion High School senior is now in federal immigration custody after being arrested during a traffic stop in Walker County earlier this week. Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson told WTVC-TV in Chattanooga that 19-year-old Elder Yuvini Aguilar-Macario was initially stopped by the Georgia State... Read More.

Investigation Details Georgia’s Long Response to PFAS Contamination in Northwest Georgia Rivers

Thursday, May 7

A new investigation highlighted by WTVC-TV details years of concerns surrounding PFAS contamination tied to northwest Georgia’s carpet industry and the response from state environmental regulators. The investigation, conducted by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Associated Press, and PBS FRONTLINE, examined how “forever chemicals” known as... Read More.

Cherokee Regional Library System Launches America 250 Celebration Across Four Branches

Thursday, May 7

Cherokee Regional Library System is joining libraries nationwide in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a yearlong series of reading challenges, educational programs, and community events across its four branches. The initiative is part of the nationwide America... Read More.

Walker County School Bus Overturns on North Long Hollow Road; No Injuries Reported

Thursday, May 7

Walker County School Bus Overturns on North Long Hollow Road; No Injuries Reported WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — A school bus accident Thursday morning in Walker County ended without injuries after the vehicle ran off the roadway and overturned. According to the Georgia State Patrol, the crash... Read More.

Georgia Expands Classroom Cell Phone Restrictions to High Schools

Wednesday, May 6

High school students across Georgia will soon face tighter restrictions on cell phone use during the school day after Governor Brian Kemp signed House Bill 1009 into law Tuesday. The new legislation requires all public high schools and school systems in Georgia to establish policies... Read More.

LaFayette Nonprofit Recovering After Storage Unit Fire Destroys Bed Supplies

Wednesday, May 6

A LaFayette nonprofit that provides beds for children in need is working to recover after a storage unit fire destroyed thousands of dollars in materials earlier this week. Sleep in Heavenly Peace lost nearly 100 beds worth of supplies Monday afternoon after a fire spread... Read More.

BEE Happy Gallery Marks First Anniversary With Community Tiny Art Contest

Wednesday, May 6

A unique community art project in downtown LaFayette is celebrating its first anniversary by inviting local artists of all ages to take part in a month-long tiny art contest. The BEE Happy Gallery, a free little art gallery located along the sidewalk in front of... Read More.

Storage Unit Fire Damages Beds for Local Nonprofit

Tuesday, May 5

A storage unit fire in LaFayette has dealt a significant setback to a local nonprofit working to provide beds for children in need. Sleep in Heavenly Peace of LaFayette reported that nearly 100 bed frames and mattresses were destroyed in the fire. Many of the... Read More.

Museum of LaFayette Plans Soft Opening, Seeks Historic Donations

Tuesday, May 5

The Museum of LaFayette is preparing for a soft opening during the Honey Bee Festival on May 30, as organizers continue building out exhibits ahead of the public debut. One of the featured displays, the “Upstairs School Room,” is still in need of several donated... Read More.

LaFayette High School JROTC Cadets Participate in Leadership Visit to Fort Benning

Tuesday, May 5

Cadets from LaFayette High School JROTC recently joined fellow students from across northwest Georgia for a joint leadership and career exploration visit to Fort Benning, giving students firsthand exposure to military leadership, training and career opportunities. The collaborative trip also included cadets from Gordon County... Read More.

Georgia Northwestern Technical College to Hold Spring Commencement Ceremonies Thursday in Rome

Tuesday, May 5

Students from across northwest Georgia will celebrate the completion of their academic programs this week as Georgia Northwestern Technical College prepares to host its 2026 Spring Commencement Ceremonies on Thursday, May 7. The ceremonies will take place at the Forum River Center in Rome and... Read More.

Walker County Chairwoman to Host Series of Community Town Halls

Trion High School Senior Transferred to ICE Custody Following Walker County Traffic Stop

Investigation Details Georgia’s Long Response to PFAS Contamination in Northwest Georgia Rivers

Cherokee Regional Library System Launches America 250 Celebration Across Four Branches

Walker County School Bus Overturns on North Long Hollow Road; No Injuries Reported

Georgia Expands Classroom Cell Phone Restrictions to High Schools

LaFayette Nonprofit Recovering After Storage Unit Fire Destroys Bed Supplies

BEE Happy Gallery Marks First Anniversary With Community Tiny Art Contest

Storage Unit Fire Damages Beds for Local Nonprofit

Museum of LaFayette Plans Soft Opening, Seeks Historic Donations

LaFayette High School JROTC Cadets Participate in Leadership Visit to Fort Benning

Georgia Northwestern Technical College to Hold Spring Commencement Ceremonies Thursday in Rome

Local/Regional News

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