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Hubbard Wins Democratic Primary for Public Service Commission District 3

Tuesday, July 15

The Democratic race for Georgia’s Public Service Commission District 3 seat has been decided. Peter Hubbard secured a victory over Kiesha Sean Waites in Tuesday’s primary runoff election. While voter turnout remained low in some areas — including Walker County, where only 78 ballots were... Read More.

LaFayette Fire and Rescue Releases Mid-Year Call Totals

Tuesday, July 15

The City of LaFayette has released its fire and emergency response statistics for the first half of 2025, highlighting the volume and variety of calls handled by LaFayette Fire and Rescue. From January through June, the department responded to a total of 907 calls. Medical... Read More.

Walker County Board of Education Announces Upcoming Meeting

Tuesday, July 15

WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — The Walker County Board of Education has announced the Board will convene for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Walker County Schools Central Office, located at 301 North Cherokee Street in LaFayette. BOE... Read More.

Walker County Authorities Seek Public’s Help Identifying Theft Suspect

Tuesday, July 15

Rossville, GA — July 6, 2025Authorities in Walker County are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent theft. According to investigators, the incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 6, when an unidentified white male entered a residence... Read More.

Election Day: Only One Polling Place Open Today for PSC Democratic Runoff in Walker County

Tuesday, July 15

Today is Election Day in Walker County, and voters have one final opportunity to cast their ballots in the Democratic Special Primary Runoff for Georgia’s Public Service Commission. Due to extremely low turnout in the June primary—where fewer than 1% of registered voters participated—only... Read More.

Walker County Hosts Annual Kids’ Day to Jumpstart Back-to-School Season

Tuesday, July 15

ROCK SPRING, GA — Families across Walker County are invited to attend the annual Walker County Kids’ Day on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Saddle Ridge Elementary School, located at 9858 US-27 in Rock Spring. Designed to support children and... Read More.

GNTC Launches New Dual Enrollment Pathways in Mechatronics and EMT for Fall 2025

Sunday, July 13

High school students at LaFayette and Ridgeland looking to jump-start their college and career goals will have two new opportunities this fall, thanks to Walker Launch and Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC). Beginning in Fall 2025, GNTC is launching dual enrollment programs in Mechatronics and... Read More.

GDOT Proposes Southwest Summerville Bypass, Seeks Public Input

Sunday, July 13

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has unveiled a proposal for a localized bypass route along the southwest side of Summerville, aimed at improving traffic flow and safety in the city. The project includes plans for roundabouts at three key intersections: State Route 114,... Read More.

Restaurant Health Inspection Reports

Sunday, July 13

96 Cesario’s Pizzeria 321 McFarland Ave. Rossville, GA 100 Skyland Ridge, LLC 319 Lookout Dr. Rising Fawn, GA 100 McLemore Hilton Curio Resort 785 Canyon Ridge Rd. Rising Fawn, GA 100 McLemore Resort Spa 385 Canyon Ridge Rd. Rising Fawn, GA 100 Tree Top... Read More.

County’s Million Dollar Insurance Mistake Addressed

Thursday, July 10

By Vince Lennon LaFayette, GA - The old English axiom "penny wise pound foolish" rang reminiscent Thursday night at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Walker County Board of Commissioners, as the panel unanimously approved a $1,469,735 purchase order for a new ladder truck for... Read More.

Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems Launches Community Town Hall Series

Thursday, July 10

Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems is inviting residents to take part in a series of town hall meetings this month, aimed at fostering open dialogue and transparency in local government. Themed “Common Sense is Our Common Ground,” the sessions will offer citizens an opportunity... Read More.

GEORGIA JOINS ALABAMA, FLORIDA,TENNESSEE , SOUTH CAROLINA FOR “OPERATION SOUTHERN SLOW DOWN” TO INCREASE SPEED ENFORCEMENT ACROSS THE SOUTHEAST

Wednesday, July 9

Georgia is joining forces with Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, and South Carolina for “Operation Southern Slow Down” — a major speed enforcement effort running July 14th through July 20th across the Southeast. The goal? To crack down on dangerous driving and reduce deadly crashes during one... Read More.

Hubbard Wins Democratic Primary for Public Service Commission District 3

LaFayette Fire and Rescue Releases Mid-Year Call Totals

Walker County Board of Education Announces Upcoming Meeting

Walker County Authorities Seek Public’s Help Identifying Theft Suspect

Election Day: Only One Polling Place Open Today for PSC Democratic Runoff in Walker County

Walker County Hosts Annual Kids’ Day to Jumpstart Back-to-School Season

GNTC Launches New Dual Enrollment Pathways in Mechatronics and EMT for Fall 2025

GDOT Proposes Southwest Summerville Bypass, Seeks Public Input

Restaurant Health Inspection Reports

County’s Million Dollar Insurance Mistake Addressed

Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems Launches Community Town Hall Series

GEORGIA JOINS ALABAMA, FLORIDA,TENNESSEE , SOUTH CAROLINA FOR “OPERATION SOUTHERN SLOW DOWN” TO INCREASE SPEED ENFORCEMENT ACROSS THE SOUTHEAST

Local/Regional News

City Of LaFayette Hiring Patrol Officers with Competitive Pay And Benefits

Sen. Lanny Thomas Announces Committee Appointments

Walker County Animal Shelter Kicks Off “Empty the Shelters” Event with Free Adoptions

Walker County Unemployment Holds at 3.5% as Georgia Sets Labor Force Records