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Georgia Northwestern Technical College Hosting Open Houses Across All Six Campuses

Thursday, May 28

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host Open House events at all six of its campuses in early June, giving prospective students and their families an opportunity to explore academic programs, tour facilities, and meet faculty and staff members. The Open Houses will take place... Read More.

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Set for June 25 in Walker and Catoosa Counties

Thursday, May 28

A friendly competition between local law enforcement agencies will help save lives later this month as the American Red Cross hosts the “Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive on Thursday, June 25. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will... Read More.

Georgia Hunters Can Begin Applying for Quota Hunts Starting June 1

Thursday, May 28

Hunters across Georgia will soon be able to begin applying for quota hunts as the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division prepares for another hunting season. Starting June 1, hunters can electronically apply for a variety of quota hunts through the state’s online... Read More.

Lafayette City Police Department Ask for Public’s Help Identifying Individuals Seen in Video

Wednesday, May 27

The Lafayette City Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying two individuals shown in a video who may have information about an incident that occurred in town. Anyone with information about the individuals or the incident is encouraged to contact investigators... Read More.

Walker County to Hold Second Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting Thursday

Wednesday, May 27

Walker County residents are invited to help shape the future of the community during the second stakeholder meeting for the Walker County Comprehensive Plan update. The public meeting will take place Thursday, May 28, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Walker County Civic... Read More.

Honeybee Festival Road Closures

Wednesday, May 27

Drivers in downtown LaFayette should expect several road closures this weekend as the annual Honeybee Festival gets underway. According to the City of LaFayette Police Department, North Main Street and several side streets between the Food City parking lot and West Main Street will close... Read More.

Black Bears Spotted Repeatedly in LaFayette’s Dripping Springs Road Area

Wednesday, May 27

Residents along Dripping Springs Road in LaFayette are reporting repeated sightings of black bears over the past two weeks, with several encounters captured on home security cameras. Neighbors say the bears have been getting into deer feeders and rummaging through garbage cans at multiple homes... Read More.

Georgia Extends Gas Tax Suspension Through June 2 Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Wednesday, May 27

Georgia drivers will continue to receive relief at the gas pump after Governor Brian Kemp extended the state’s suspension of motor fuel excise taxes through June 2. Kemp declared a State of Emergency and issued Executive Order 05.15.26.02, citing the ongoing impact of rising fuel... Read More.

Georgia Bulldogs Prepare For Key Early Matchups In 2026 Season

Wednesday, May 27

The Georgia Bulldogs are preparing for another highly anticipated football season as the early portion of the 2026 schedule begins to take shape. No. 3 Georgia will open its home slate on Saturday, Sept. 5 when the Bulldogs host Tennessee State in Athens. Kickoff is... Read More.

Walker County Announces Early Voting Dates for June General Primary Runoff Election

Wednesday, May 27

Walker County residents will soon head back to the polls as officials prepare for the 2026 General Primary Runoff Election, with early voting scheduled to begin June 8. According to the Walker County Elections & Registration Office, early voting for the runoff election will take... Read More.

Rising Country Artist Bella Lam to Perform at Honey Bee Festival in LaFayette

Wednesday, May 27

Rising country music artist Bella Lam is set to bring her growing national momentum to Northwest Georgia later this month as she performs at the Honey Bee Festival in downtown LaFayette. Lam, recently named one of Holler’s “10 Artists You Need To Know,” will take... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff’s Office: Flintstone Couple Arrested on Child Trafficking and Sexual Abuse Charges

Wednesday, May 27

The Walker County Sheriff's Office put out a press release regarding the Walker County couple who were recently arrested on child molestation and child trafficking charges. Here is the official statement. The Walker County Sheriff's Office received information on May 15, 2026, into the continuing abuse... Read More.

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Hosting Open Houses Across All Six Campuses

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Set for June 25 in Walker and Catoosa Counties

Georgia Hunters Can Begin Applying for Quota Hunts Starting June 1

Lafayette City Police Department Ask for Public’s Help Identifying Individuals Seen in Video

Walker County to Hold Second Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Meeting Thursday

Honeybee Festival Road Closures

Black Bears Spotted Repeatedly in LaFayette’s Dripping Springs Road Area

Georgia Extends Gas Tax Suspension Through June 2 Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Georgia Bulldogs Prepare For Key Early Matchups In 2026 Season

Walker County Announces Early Voting Dates for June General Primary Runoff Election

Rising Country Artist Bella Lam to Perform at Honey Bee Festival in LaFayette

Walker County Sheriff’s Office: Flintstone Couple Arrested on Child Trafficking and Sexual Abuse Charges

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City of LaFayette Begins 2026 Road Paving Project with TSPLOST and State Funding

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