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Traveling Exhibit Showcasing African American Georgia Writers on Display at LaFayette Library

Wednesday, April 8

The LaFayette-Walker County Public Library is inviting the community to explore Georgia’s rich literary heritage through the traveling exhibit “African American Distinguished Georgia Writers,” now on display at the library through May 4. The free exhibit is presented in partnership with the Georgia Writers' Museum... Read More.

Vendor Applications Open for 2026 LaFayette Freedom Festival

Wednesday, April 8

The City of LaFayette is now accepting applications for craft and food vendors for the 2026 Freedom Festival, one of the community’s most anticipated annual celebrations. Vendors interested in being part of the festival are encouraged to apply early, as space is limited. Each vendor... Read More.

Fuller Wins Special Election for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District

Tuesday, April 7

Republican Clay Fuller won the special election Tuesday to fill the U.S. House seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene, securing victory over Democrat Shawn Harris in Georgia’s heavily Republican 14th Congressional District. Harris had led the first round of voting in March in a... Read More.

Ford Recalls Over 400,000 Vehicles Due to Windshield Wiper Arm Issue

Tuesday, April 7

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of more than 400,000 vehicles due to a defect that could cause windshield wiper arms to break and fail, creating a potential safety hazard for drivers. According to Ford, the recall affects several popular models produced between 2021... Read More.

Fuller, Thomas win in Runoff Election

Tuesday, April 7

It took less than an hour and a half for the Associated Press to declare a winner both of tonights run off races. Statae Senate District 53 goes to Lanny Thomas who defeated Jack Zibluk. Thomas will head to Atlanta to replace Colton Moore. Moore... Read More.

Walker County Planning Commission to Review Rezoning Requests April 16

Tuesday, April 7

The Walker County Planning Commission has released the agenda for its upcoming meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052 Highway 27 in Rock Spring. According to the posted... Read More.

Burglary Investigation Underway at Saddle Ridge School

Tuesday, April 7

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help as detectives investigate a burglary and theft at Saddle Ridge Elementary-Middle School. According to a press release from Sheriff Steve Wilson, the incident occurred sometime between March 27 and April 6, during the Walker... Read More.

Chickamauga City Council to Consider PFAS Study Agreement, Appointments and Annexation Request

Monday, April 6

The Chickamauga City Council will meet Thursday, at 6 p.m. at Chickamauga City Hall to consider several items, including a water quality engineering agreement, street resurfacing projects, board appointments and a proposed annexation request. Among the key items on the agenda is an agreement with... Read More.

Groundbreaking Ceremony Set for Walker County’s Love, Peace and Unity Park

Monday, April 6

LaFAYETTE, Ga. — The Walker County, Georgia African American Museum and Memorial Park is inviting the public to attend a special groundbreaking ceremony for the new Love, Peace and Unity Park. The event will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. on... Read More.

GNTC Opens Applications for Disabled Veterans Scholarship

Monday, April 6

ROME, Ga. — Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is now accepting applications for the summer term of a new state-funded scholarship designed to support disabled veterans pursuing technical education. The Disabled Veterans Support Scholarship (DVSS) is funded through voluntary donations made on Georgia state income... Read More.

Do You Know Who This Is?

Monday, April 6

The National Park Service is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a subject in an investigation. If you have any information, please call or email Ranger Young at 423-298-7437 or [email protected].

Walker County Board of Education to Hold Called Meeting Tuesday

Monday, April 6

WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — The Walker County Board of Education will hold a called meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting is scheduled for the purpose of discussing personnel matters and will take place at the Advancing Education Center, located at... Read More.

Traveling Exhibit Showcasing African American Georgia Writers on Display at LaFayette Library

Vendor Applications Open for 2026 LaFayette Freedom Festival

Fuller Wins Special Election for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District

Ford Recalls Over 400,000 Vehicles Due to Windshield Wiper Arm Issue

Fuller, Thomas win in Runoff Election

Walker County Planning Commission to Review Rezoning Requests April 16

Burglary Investigation Underway at Saddle Ridge School

Chickamauga City Council to Consider PFAS Study Agreement, Appointments and Annexation Request

Groundbreaking Ceremony Set for Walker County’s Love, Peace and Unity Park

GNTC Opens Applications for Disabled Veterans Scholarship

Do You Know Who This Is?

Walker County Board of Education to Hold Called Meeting Tuesday

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