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Sheriff: Gun Left on Nightstand Before Christmas Shooting of Toddler

Friday, December 26

A 2-year-old Rock Spring child remains in critical condition after being shot in the head on Christmas morning, an incident Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson says began with a handgun left on a bedroom nightstand the night before. Sheriff Wilson provided new details about the... Read More.

2-Year-Old Critically Injured in Christmas Morning Shooting in Walker County

Thursday, December 25

A 2-year-old child from Rock Spring is in critical condition after being shot in the head Christmas morning, according to Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson. Walker County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a home on Tarvin Road at approximately 9:50 a.m. on Christmas Day. First... Read More.

AAA’s ‘Tow to Go’ Program Returns in Georgia and Tennessee for the Holidays

Wednesday, December 24

As holiday celebrations ramp up across Georgia and Tennessee, AAA is once again offering its life-saving Tow to Go program to help keep impaired drivers off the roads during one of the most dangerous travel periods of the year. The free service will be available... Read More.

Library Closed Until Saturday

Wednesday, December 24

The LaFayette-Walker County Public Library will be closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The Library will reopen Saturday morning at 10am.

Cloudland at McLemore Resort Featured on CBS’s Hotels ByDESIGN

Wednesday, December 24

Cloudland at McLemore Resort will be showcased on national televisionSaturday as part of CBS’s Hotels ByDESIGN. The episode is scheduled to air at 9 p.m. Eastern Time. The feature will take viewers inside the award-winning resort, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the vision, construction, and... Read More.

Enjoy Non-Stop Christmas Favorites on Georgia 93-7

Wednesday, December 24

Georgia 93-7 is spreading holiday cheer with a special Christmas music takeover, offering non-stop Christmas favorites beginning at 6 a.m. on Christmas Eve and continuing straight through Christmas Day. Tune us in while wrapping up last-minute Christmas shopping, preparing holiday meals in the kitchen, or... Read More.

Walker County Government Offices to Close for Christmas Holiday

Tuesday, December 23

Walker County Government has announced that all county offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 24, and Thursday, December 25, in observance of the Christmas holiday. County officials encourage residents to plan accordingly for any in-person services or administrative needs before or after the holiday... Read More.

Near-Record Warmth Expected for Christmas Day

Monday, December 22

Unseasonably warm weather is expected across the region this week, with Christmas Day shaping up to be one of the warmest on record. Forecasters say temperatures could place this Christmas among the top five warmest ever recorded locally, a sharp contrast to the typical... Read More.

Georgia PSC Approves Georgia Power Expansion Plan Amid Focus on Customer Costs

Monday, December 22

The Georgia Public Service Commission has approved a plan allowing Georgia Power to move forward with nearly 9,900 megawatts of new electricity generation to meet the demands of Georgia’s rapidly growing economy. Georgia Power says the approval follows a stipulated agreement with the commission’s Public... Read More.

District Attorney Clay Fuller Announces Congressional Run in Georgia’s 14th District

Monday, December 22

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, GA - Georgia District Attorney Clay Fuller (R-Lookout Mountain) issues statement officially entering the 14th Congressional District race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene upon her upcoming retirement: “Over the last two weeks, I’ve been in prayer and reflection with my family, and sought guidance... Read More.

High Fire Danger Expected This Afternoon in North Georgia

Monday, December 22

The National Weather Service is warning of high fire danger across parts of North Georgia this afternoon into the early evening. Relative humidity is expected to drop to 25% or lower for four or more hours, creating dry conditions. Winds will be easterly at 7–12... Read More.

Dalton State College, Walker County Schools Partner to Strengthen Teacher Pipeline

Monday, December 22

Dalton State College and Walker County Schools have formalized a new partnership designed to strengthen Georgia’s educator pipeline by preparing future teachers and supporting workforce development across northwest Georgia. Under the agreement, Dalton State education majors from Walker County will be guaranteed student-teaching placements within... Read More.

Sheriff: Gun Left on Nightstand Before Christmas Shooting of Toddler

2-Year-Old Critically Injured in Christmas Morning Shooting in Walker County

AAA’s ‘Tow to Go’ Program Returns in Georgia and Tennessee for the Holidays

Library Closed Until Saturday

Cloudland at McLemore Resort Featured on CBS’s Hotels ByDESIGN

Enjoy Non-Stop Christmas Favorites on Georgia 93-7

Walker County Government Offices to Close for Christmas Holiday

Near-Record Warmth Expected for Christmas Day

Georgia PSC Approves Georgia Power Expansion Plan Amid Focus on Customer Costs

District Attorney Clay Fuller Announces Congressional Run in Georgia’s 14th District

High Fire Danger Expected This Afternoon in North Georgia

Dalton State College, Walker County Schools Partner to Strengthen Teacher Pipeline

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