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Fairyland Elementary Closed Today Due to Downed Trees, Power Issues

Thursday, December 4

Fairyland Elementary School will remain closed today after multiple trees fell, blocking both the entrance and exit to the campus. A damaged transformer on site has also caused a power outage. EPB crews are on-site working to clear the debris and restore electricity. School officials... Read More.

AAA Warns Drivers to Secure Christmas Trees Safely This Holiday Season

Wednesday, December 3

As families begin picking out freshly cut Christmas trees, AAA is reminding drivers to take extra precautions when transporting them home. The organization warns that an improperly secured tree can damage a vehicle and create serious hazards for others on the road. AAA spokeswoman Montrae... Read More.

LaFayette Rifle Team Sets Season High, Wilke Qualifies for State Championship

Wednesday, December 3

The LaFayette High School Rifle Team posted its best performance of the season as it hosted the Etowah Air Force JROTC, defeating the visiting squad 1,129 to 1,114. Faith Wilke led LaFayette with a standout score of 295 out of 300, earning her a berth... Read More.

Walker County Government Closes at 11am Wednesday

Tuesday, December 2

Walker County Government offices will close at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3 for an employee Holiday luncheon and reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 4. This includes the landfill. The Walker County Animal Shelter will be closed on Wednesday. The shelter will... Read More.

Raffensperger Discusses Special Election Timeline During Visit to Dalton Rotary Club

Tuesday, December 2

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger addressed the Dalton Rotary Club on Tuesday, offering insight into what a special election may look like to replace resigning U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. Raffensperger outlined several priorities he believes are critical to the state’s long-term success, including... Read More.

New Georgia Laws Set to Take Effect January 1, 2026

Tuesday, December 2

A slate of new Georgia laws will take effect at the start of 2026, impacting areas ranging from consumer protections and insurance regulations to elections, waste management, and professional licensing. The measures were approved during the 2025 legislative session and officially begin January 1... Read More.

Bank of LaFayette Launches December Food Drive to Support Care Mission

Tuesday, December 2

The Bank of LaFayette is partnering with LaFayette First Baptist Church to host a month-long food drive throughout December, aiming to support local families in need during the holiday season. Community members are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items at any Bank of LaFayette branch... Read More.

LaFayette Girls Basketball off to 7-0 Start

Monday, December 1

The LaFayette High School girls basketball team remains undefeated, improving to 7-0 after a strong showing at the Gordon Central Thanksgiving Tournament. The Lady Ramblers opened the tournament with a decisive win over Woodland. Erin Grant and Tamra Yancy led the offense with 16 points... Read More.

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program — LIHEAP — Officially Opens

Monday, December 1

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program — LIHEAP — officially opens today for the winter heating season. The federally funded program helps eligible Georgians pay their heating bills through direct payments to energy providers. Beginning today, Dec. 1, applications are open for seniors age 65... Read More.

GNTC to Celebrate Nearly 300 Graduates at 2025 Fall Commencement Ceremony

Monday, December 1

Approximately 300 students from across Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) nine-county service area will cross the stage on Thursday, Dec. 4, during the college’s 2025 Fall Commencement Ceremony at the Dalton Convention Center. The ceremony begins at 6 p.m. as graduates, faculty and administrators enter... Read More.

Channing Wilson Steals the Spotlight as The Road Brings Top 6 to Little Rock

Sunday, November 30

LaFayette's own Channing Wilson delivered one of the standout performances of the season as The Road brought its Top 6 contestants to Little Rock for an acoustic, “unplugged” night of music. The remaining artists opened for Keith Urban at The Hall, where the normally high-energy... Read More.

Walker County Commission to Consider Zoning Requests, Contract Awards at Dec. 4 Meeting

Friday, November 28

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will meet Thursday, December 4, at 6 p.m. to conduct its final regular session of 2025. The meeting will be held at the Walker County Courthouse, with the agenda featuring zoning requests, multiple contract awards, and several administrative... Read More.

Fairyland Elementary Closed Today Due to Downed Trees, Power Issues

AAA Warns Drivers to Secure Christmas Trees Safely This Holiday Season

LaFayette Rifle Team Sets Season High, Wilke Qualifies for State Championship

Walker County Government Closes at 11am Wednesday

Raffensperger Discusses Special Election Timeline During Visit to Dalton Rotary Club

New Georgia Laws Set to Take Effect January 1, 2026

Bank of LaFayette Launches December Food Drive to Support Care Mission

LaFayette Girls Basketball off to 7-0 Start

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program — LIHEAP — Officially Opens

GNTC to Celebrate Nearly 300 Graduates at 2025 Fall Commencement Ceremony

Channing Wilson Steals the Spotlight as The Road Brings Top 6 to Little Rock

Walker County Commission to Consider Zoning Requests, Contract Awards at Dec. 4 Meeting

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