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LaFayette Recreation Wrestling Program to Get New Home as City Approves $659,000 Facility

Friday, July 10

The City of LaFayette is investing in the future of its youth wrestling program with the construction of a new dedicated wrestling facility, nearly a decade after the recreation program first began. City officials announced that the LaFayette Recreation wrestling program, which launched almost 10... Read More.

Stone Creek Elementary Releases 2026-2027 School Supply Lists

Friday, July 10

Stone Creek Elementary School is helping families prepare for the upcoming school year by releasing its 2026-2027 school supply lists for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The lists outline the classroom supplies students will need before the start of school, with requirements varying by... Read More.

Georgia Agriculture Department Warns Farmers About Online Equipment Scams

Thursday, July 9

The Georgia Department of Agriculture's Law Enforcement Division is warning farmers across the state to be on guard after receiving multiple reports of sophisticated online scams involving farm equipment sales. Investigators say scammers are creating convincing websites and online advertisements that appear to represent legitimate... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, July 9

96 The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Happy Valley, 2937 Happy Valley Rd. Rossville, GA 100 American Legion (Legion Cafe) Battlefield Post 214 540 Park City Rd. Rossville, GA

Walker County Extends Data Center Moratorium Through February 2027

Thursday, July 9

Walker County commissioners have approved an extension of the county's moratorium on new data center development, delaying consideration of new projects until February 2027. The board voted to extend the moratorium to 180 days, temporarily preventing the county from accepting new applications related to data... Read More.

Naomi Elementary Releases 2026-27 School Supply Lists, Announces Open House

Thursday, July 9

Naomi Elementary School is helping families prepare for the upcoming school year by releasing its 2026-27 school supply lists for students in Pre-K through fifth grade. The school has also announced plans for its annual Open House on Monday, Aug. 3. Open House will be... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners to Consider Temporary Data Center Moratorium at Tonight’s Meeting

Thursday, July 9

Walker County commissioners are expected to take up one of the county's most closely watched issues during tonight's Board of Commissioners meeting as they consider a temporary moratorium on data centers. According to the meeting agenda, commissioners will discuss Resolution R-053-26, which would establish a... Read More.

North LaFayette Elementary Releases Classroom Wish Lists Ahead of New School Year

Thursday, July 9

As families prepare for the upcoming school year, North LaFayette Elementary is asking the community to help support students and teachers by donating items from its 2026-2027 classroom wish lists. Rather than traditional school supply lists, the requests focus on classroom materials and everyday items... Read More.

LaFayette Recreation Offering Fall Volleyball League for Girls Ages 7-8

Thursday, July 9

Young athletes in LaFayette will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of volleyball this fall as the City of LaFayette Recreation Department launches an instructional league for girls ages 7 and 8. The in-house league is designed to teach the basics of the sport... Read More.

Gilbert Elementary Releases 2026-2027 Classroom Supply Lists

Wednesday, July 8

Gilbert Elementary School has released its classroom supply lists for the 2026-2027 school year, giving families a chance to begin preparing for students' return to the classroom this fall. School officials are asking parents and guardians not to label any school supplies before the first... Read More.

Walker County Schools Top 10 Most Requested School Supplies

Wednesday, July 8

As families prepare for the upcoming school year, Walker County Schools has identified the 10 school supplies most commonly requested by teachers across the district. The list is based on classroom supply lists from schools throughout Walker County and highlights the items students are most... Read More.

Walker County Board of Education to Hold Called Meeting Thursday

Wednesday, July 8

The Walker County Board of Education will hold a called meeting on Thursday, July 9, at 5 p.m. at the Advancing Education Center, located at 925 Osburn Road in Chickamauga. According to the published agenda, board members will consider Change Order No. 1 for the... Read More.

LaFayette Recreation Wrestling Program to Get New Home as City Approves $659,000 Facility

Stone Creek Elementary Releases 2026-2027 School Supply Lists

Georgia Agriculture Department Warns Farmers About Online Equipment Scams

Walker County Restaurant Report

Walker County Extends Data Center Moratorium Through February 2027

Naomi Elementary Releases 2026-27 School Supply Lists, Announces Open House

Walker County Commissioners to Consider Temporary Data Center Moratorium at Tonight’s Meeting

North LaFayette Elementary Releases Classroom Wish Lists Ahead of New School Year

LaFayette Recreation Offering Fall Volleyball League for Girls Ages 7-8

Gilbert Elementary Releases 2026-2027 Classroom Supply Lists

Walker County Schools Top 10 Most Requested School Supplies

Walker County Board of Education to Hold Called Meeting Thursday

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