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Suburban Propane 300 Racing Action Hits WQCH Tonight

Saturday, April 11

Race fans can gear up for an exciting night of high-speed action as the Suburban Propane 300 roars to life this evening, with coverage on Georgia 93.7 WQCH. The 300-lap showdown is known for its intensity, tight competition, and dramatic finishes, bringing together some of... Read More.

Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail Named in Honor of John Culpepper

Friday, April 10

The Walker County Board of Commissioners and the City of Chickamauga have officially approved a Joint Resolution to honor longtime community leader John Culpepper by naming the Chickamauga Battlefield Connector trail after him. Culpepper first introduced the vision for the trail back in 2013 while... Read More.

LaFayette Farmers Market Returns April 25 for 2026 Season

Thursday, April 9

The LaFayette Farmers Market will return April 25, bringing fresh produce, local vendors, and community activities back to downtown LaFayette for the 2026 season. Held every Saturday from late April through the end of August, the market runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at... Read More.

Evitte Appointed Chickamauga Mayor as City Moves Forward After Trey Deck Resignation

Thursday, April 9

Chickamauga Mayor Pro Tem Roy Evitte Parrish IV was appointed mayor Wednesday night following the removal of former mayor Trey Deck amid sexual misconduct allegations, as the city continues working to move forward after weeks of controversy. The Chickamauga City Council voted to appoint Parrish... Read More.

Walker County Unemployment Ticks Up Slightly as Georgia Rate Holds Steady

Thursday, April 9

Walker County’s unemployment rate edged up slightly in January, even as Georgia’s overall jobless rate remained steady compared to last year. According to newly released labor data, Walker County posted a 3.4% unemployment rate in January. That marks a small increase from 3.1% in December... Read More.

GNTC Foundation Awards $48,350 in Scholarships and Grants for Spring 2026

Thursday, April 9

The Foundation at Georgia Northwestern Technical College has awarded $48,350 in grants and scholarships for the spring semester of 2026, providing financial assistance to students across multiple campuses and programs of study. Scholarship and grant awards ranged from $100 to $5,000, with a total... Read More.

Georgia Attorney General Launches “Eyes on the Road” Campaign to Recover Missing Children

Wednesday, April 8

Chris Carr has announced a new public safety initiative aimed at locating and recovering missing children across Georgia. The “Eyes on the Road” Campaign is led by Carr’s Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit and seeks to engage the private sector in the fight against human... Read More.

June Jam Will Not Return to Fort Payne This Year

Wednesday, April 8

The June Jam will not be returning to Fort Payne this year, according to organizers. The Jam, an all-star country music festival that originally highlighted the hometown of the legendary country group Alabama, had been rebooted in 2023 after years of absence. Organizers paused the... Read More.

Gordon Lee High School Recognized for Turkey Call-Making Conservation Program

Wednesday, April 8

The conservation organization Turkeys for Tomorrow (TFT) is spotlighting Gordon Lee High School in Chickamauga for its outstanding efforts to promote wild turkey conservation and preserve the heritage of custom turkey call-making. The recognition centers on agriculture and FFA advisor Chuck Williams, who has been... Read More.

Parrish Set to Be Appointed Chickamauga Mayor Following Deck’s Removal

Wednesday, April 8

Roy Evitte Parrish IV is expected to be appointed mayor of Chickamauga Wednesday night following the removal of former mayor Trey Deck amid sexual misconduct allegations. The Chickamauga City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. at 1817 Lee Clarkson Road, where Parrish, who... Read More.

Local Sports Roundup: LaFayette Baseball, Tennis and Track Teams Post Strong Performances

Wednesday, April 8

LaFayette High School athletic teams turned in a strong showing Tuesday night, highlighted by a baseball win over Adairsville, a tennis sweep of Dade, and a first-place finish for the boys track and field team at the John Millican Memorial Meet. The LaFayette baseball team... Read More.

Traveling Exhibit Showcasing African American Georgia Writers on Display at LaFayette Library

Wednesday, April 8

The LaFayette-Walker County Public Library is inviting the community to explore Georgia’s rich literary heritage through the traveling exhibit “African American Distinguished Georgia Writers,” now on display at the library through May 4. The free exhibit is presented in partnership with the Georgia Writers' Museum... Read More.

Suburban Propane 300 Racing Action Hits WQCH Tonight

Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail Named in Honor of John Culpepper

LaFayette Farmers Market Returns April 25 for 2026 Season

Evitte Appointed Chickamauga Mayor as City Moves Forward After Trey Deck Resignation

Walker County Unemployment Ticks Up Slightly as Georgia Rate Holds Steady

GNTC Foundation Awards $48,350 in Scholarships and Grants for Spring 2026

Georgia Attorney General Launches “Eyes on the Road” Campaign to Recover Missing Children

June Jam Will Not Return to Fort Payne This Year

Gordon Lee High School Recognized for Turkey Call-Making Conservation Program

Parrish Set to Be Appointed Chickamauga Mayor Following Deck’s Removal

Local Sports Roundup: LaFayette Baseball, Tennis and Track Teams Post Strong Performances

Traveling Exhibit Showcasing African American Georgia Writers on Display at LaFayette Library

Local/Regional News

Destination Stays Helped Drive Tourism in Walker County

LaFayette Lady Ramblers Fall in Five Sets in State Final Four

New Report Reveals Explosions and Dangerous Conditions During Deadly Rossville Shed Fire

Walker County Data Center Committee Moves Toward Stricter Development Regulations