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Georgia State Senator Aims for Congress — Announces Run for the 14th District

Monday, December 8

Georgia State Senator Aims for Congress — Announces Run for the 14th District Georgia State Senator Colton Moore has formally announced his campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives, declaring his intention to run for the seat in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District. Moore shared several priorities... Read More.

Channing Wilson Secures Semifinals Spot as The Road Cuts Field to Final Four

Monday, December 8

Channing Wilson will move on to the Semifinals of The Road, emerging as one of the final four contestants after a high-stakes double elimination on Sunday night’s episode. The December 7 show brought the Top 6 to Memphis, Tennessee — the final tour stop... Read More.

Walker County Schools Announce Early Dismissal for Friday, December 19

Monday, December 8

Walker County Schools will operate on an adjusted schedule Friday, December 19, with all students being released early ahead of the upcoming holiday break. According to the district, dismissal times will vary by grade level to ensure a smooth and safe transition home. Elementary students... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Inspection Report

Sunday, December 7

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LaFayette Council to Review Agreements, Recognize Community Achievements at Monday Meeting

Sunday, December 7

The LaFayette City Council will convene Monday, December 8, for its final regular meeting of the year, beginning with a zoning public hearing at 6:15 p.m. and the full council session at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Council members will then welcome several groups during... Read More.

LaFayette’s “Once Upon a Christmas” Parade Draws Hundreds; Winners Announced

Saturday, December 6

The holiday spirit was alive and well in LaFayette as hundreds of spectators packed the downtown square Friday night for the annual “Once Upon a Christmas” parade. Dozens of brightly lit, creatively themed floats made their way through the streets, drawing cheers from the... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police Seek Public’s Help in Retail Theft Investigation

Friday, December 5

The Fort Oglethorpe Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying individuals connected to a recent theft at a local retailer. The department’s Criminal Investigations Division released photos of the persons of interest and is urging anyone with information to come forward. Authorities... Read More.

LaFayette to Host Christmas Parade and Reindeer Run This Weekend

Friday, December 5

The City of LaFayette is preparing for a festive weekend with two major holiday events set for tonight and tomorrow, along with several temporary road closures. The annual LaFayette Christmas Parade will take place tonight, beginning at 6 p.m. To accommodate the event, Main Street... Read More.

Progress Continues on Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail

Friday, December 5

Construction on the Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail is moving steadily forward, with visible progress made in just three months. Crews have cleared the trail route of grass and brush, completed light grading, and hauled in and compacted fill dirt. Concrete work also began in... Read More.

Wrong-Way Crash on I-75 Near Dalton Leaves Three Dead; Investigation Ongoing

Friday, December 5

All southbound lanes of Interstate 75 near Dalton were shut down for several hours Thursday after a wrong-way crash in Whitfield County left three people dead and sent another driver to the hospital. Authorities say all three who died were inside the suspect’s vehicle,... Read More.

Blood Assurance Urges O-Positive Donors to Help Rebuild Supply After Fatal I-75 Crash

Friday, December 5

Blood Assurance says it delivered emergency O-positive blood units to Erlanger Medical Center following a deadly crash on I-75 in Dalton that left three people dead. While the agency was able to meet the hospital’s immediate demand, officials say the rapid response placed significant... Read More.

Upcoming Road Closures in LaFayette for Weekend Holiday Events

Friday, December 5

The City of LaFayette is advising residents and visitors to expect temporary road closures this weekend as two major holiday events take place downtown. Friday, December 5 — LaFayette Christmas ParadeThe annual Christmas Parade will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday evening. To accommodate parade... Read More.

Georgia State Senator Aims for Congress — Announces Run for the 14th District

Channing Wilson Secures Semifinals Spot as The Road Cuts Field to Final Four

Walker County Schools Announce Early Dismissal for Friday, December 19

Walker County Restaurant Inspection Report

LaFayette Council to Review Agreements, Recognize Community Achievements at Monday Meeting

LaFayette’s “Once Upon a Christmas” Parade Draws Hundreds; Winners Announced

Fort Oglethorpe Police Seek Public’s Help in Retail Theft Investigation

LaFayette to Host Christmas Parade and Reindeer Run This Weekend

Progress Continues on Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail

Wrong-Way Crash on I-75 Near Dalton Leaves Three Dead; Investigation Ongoing

Blood Assurance Urges O-Positive Donors to Help Rebuild Supply After Fatal I-75 Crash

Upcoming Road Closures in LaFayette for Weekend Holiday Events

Local/Regional News

Queen City Lake Beach to Remain Closed as City Continues E. coli Investigation

Walker County Commissioners to Consider FY2027 Budget, Data Center Moratorium at August Meeting

Walker County Commissioners Discuss Possible Property Tax Increase to Fund Fire Department Expansion

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