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Walker County ‘Retire Your Tires’ Amnesty Day is Saturday

Monday, November 3

Walker County residents will have the opportunity to dispose of unwanted tires free of charge during this year’s Retire Your Tires Amnesty Day, set for Saturday, November 8, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Walker County Landfill, 5120 North Marble Top Road... Read More.

Walker County Responds to State Review Board Findings on Tax Spending

Monday, November 3

Story credit: WTVC-TV Walker County officials say they are taking steps to improve financial transparency following a state review that raised concerns over how the county reports its use of tourism tax funds. The Georgia Hotel-Motel Tax Review Board recently completed an investigation into claims that... Read More.

LaFayette City Council to Meet Monday, November 3

Sunday, November 2

The LaFayette Mayor and City Council will hold their next regular meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025, at City Hall. The evening will begin with a public hearing on zoning matters at 6:15 p.m., followed by the regular council session at 6:30 p.m. The agenda... Read More.

Time to “Fall Back”! Set Your Clocks Back 1 Hour At 2:00 A.M. Sunday

Saturday, November 1

Time to “Fall Back”!Set your clocks back 1 hour at 2:00 a.m. Sunday.While you’re at it, change the batteries in your smoke and carbon-monoxide alarms.— From your friends at Georgia 93.7 WQCH / DiscoverWalker

Lady Ramblers’ Historic Season Ends in Columbus

Friday, October 31

The LaFayette Lady Rambler softball team saw its record-breaking season come to a close Friday in Columbus, falling to Monroe Area by a final score of 6–1. The Ramblers record breaking season saw them reach the Elite 8 of the state tournament. LaFayette wrapped up... Read More.

Lady Ramblers Split Games in Busy Week of Flag Football Action

Friday, October 31

The LaFayette Lady Rambler Flag Football team hit the road Tuesday night for a pair of games in Rome, coming home with a split decision. In Game 1, the Lady Ramblers battled hard to keep things close, but Rome managed to pull away late to... Read More.

Red Cross Urges Residents to Test Smoke Alarms as Clocks Fall Back

Friday, October 31

Working smoke alarms can cut home fire deaths in half, officials say ATLANTA — As daylight saving time ends this Sunday, November 2, the American Red Cross is reminding everyone to test their smoke alarms while turning clocks back one hour. The organization emphasizes that... Read More.

Downtown LaFayette Gears Up for Annual “Scare on the Square” Tonight

Friday, October 31

Downtown LaFayette will come alive tonight for the annual Scare on the Square Halloween celebration. The event features contests, costumes, and plenty of candy for trick-or-treaters throughout the downtown area. Festivities kick off this afternoon with the Pumpkin Decorating and Carving Contest at the Downtown... Read More.

LaFayette Softball Splits Two Games in Columbus – Will Play Friday at 1pm.

Thursday, October 30

The LaFayette Lady Ramblers opened play at the GHSA State Softball Tournament in Columbus on Thursday, splitting their first two games of the double-elimination bracket. LaFayette started strong with an 8–1 victory over North Hall in Game One. The Ramblers broke the game open with... Read More.

State Review Finds Transparency Gaps in Walker County’s Use of Hotel-Motel Tax Funds for McLemore Resort

Thursday, October 30

A state review board says Walker County’s handling of hotel-motel tax funds connected to the McLemore golf resort shows gaps in transparency and documentation—though investigators found no direct violations of Georgia law. The Georgia Hotel-Motel Tax Performance Review Board released a preliminary report Thursday outlining... Read More.

Three Students Remain Hospitalized Following Kratom Incident at Saddle Ridge School

Thursday, October 30

Three of the five Saddle Ridge School students hospitalized after ingesting Kratom gummies remain in stable condition, according to Walker County Superintendent Damon Raines. Raines said the incident began Wednesday when three students showed concerning symptoms at school and were taken to the hospital. A... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Inspection Scores

Thursday, October 30

99 Rock City (Fudge Kitchen) 1400 Patten Rd Lookout Mountain, GA 90 Rock City (Café’7/Cliff Terrace) 1400 Patten Rd Lookout Mountain, GA 98 Rock City (Starbucks) 1400 Patten Rd Lookout Mountain, GA 100 Rock City (Hearth) 1400 Patten Rd Lookout Mountain, GA 100 Trading... Read More.

Walker County ‘Retire Your Tires’ Amnesty Day is Saturday

Walker County Responds to State Review Board Findings on Tax Spending

LaFayette City Council to Meet Monday, November 3

Time to “Fall Back”! Set Your Clocks Back 1 Hour At 2:00 A.M. Sunday

Lady Ramblers’ Historic Season Ends in Columbus

Lady Ramblers Split Games in Busy Week of Flag Football Action

Red Cross Urges Residents to Test Smoke Alarms as Clocks Fall Back

Downtown LaFayette Gears Up for Annual “Scare on the Square” Tonight

LaFayette Softball Splits Two Games in Columbus – Will Play Friday at 1pm.

State Review Finds Transparency Gaps in Walker County’s Use of Hotel-Motel Tax Funds for McLemore Resort

Three Students Remain Hospitalized Following Kratom Incident at Saddle Ridge School

Walker County Restaurant Inspection Scores

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