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I-75 South CLOSED in Whitfield County

Thursday, June 5

WHITFIELD COUNTY — A crash has led to the closure of all southbound lanes of Interstate 75 at the Carbondale exit, along with one northbound lane, according to the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office. Officials are urging drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes... Read More.

Active Weather Pattern Brings Multiple Days of Showers and Severe Storm Threats to the Southeast

Thursday, June 5

An active weather pattern is set to impact the Southeast region this weekend and into next week, bringing several rounds of showers and thunderstorms. The Storm Prediction Center has highlighted the potential for severe thunderstorms, with damaging winds expected to be the primary hazard,... Read More.

UPDATED: LaFayette assistant principal had child sex abuse material on his phone

Thursday, June 5

Ronnie Massey, the assistant principal at LaFayette High School, is now in custody after investigators found child sexual abuse material on his cellphone, according to the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested Massey on Monday following an investigation prompted by a tip. Authorities executed a... Read More.

LaFayette High School Assistant Principal Arrested on Child Pornograhpy Charges

Wednesday, June 4

LaFayette High Vice Principal Arrested on Child Pornography Charges LaFayette, GA — Ronnie Brent Massey, 49, an Assistant Principal at LaFayette High School, was arrested on Monday, June 2, on multiple charges related to child pornography. According to a report from the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office,... Read More.

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Announces Free Application Week for Fall Enrollment

Wednesday, June 4

Rock Spring, GA — Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will waive its $25 application fee for all prospective students during Free Application Week, scheduled for June 9-13. This initiative aims to encourage enrollment for the upcoming fall semester. Students interested in attending GNTC this fall... Read More.

A Walker County Man Is Among Four Individuals Arrested In A Multi-Agency Human Trafficking Sting

Tuesday, June 3

A Walker County man is among four individuals arrested in a multi-agency human trafficking sting that took place over the weekend in Chattanooga. From May 30th through June 1st, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, alongside local law enforcement, conducted an undercover operation aimed at identifying... Read More.

Special Primary Election is June 17th

Tuesday, June 3

Walker County voters will head to the polls on June 17th for a Special Primary Election to fill Public Service Commissioner seats for Districts 2 and 3. These commissioners play a crucial role in regulating utilities such as electricity and gas across Georgia, making... Read More.

Georgia to Issue One-Time Tax Refunds Following New Legislation

Tuesday, June 3

Georgia to Issue One-Time Tax Refunds Following New Legislation Georgia taxpayers can expect one-time refunds in the coming weeks, thanks to House Bill 112 passed during the 2025 legislative session. Eligible residents who filed both their 2023 and 2024 state tax returns on time will automatically... Read More.

Second Juvenile Student Charged and Detained in Social Media Post Investigation

Monday, June 2

Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson announced today that a second 16-year-old Ridgeland High School student has been charged after making a threatening post on Snapchat that referenced the school on May 17, 2025. The juvenile is charged with one count of O.C.G.A. 20-2-118.1 Terroristic Threats or Acts Against... Read More.

Moore Mulls Senate Run, Would Bolster Georgia’s Conservative Firepower

Friday, May 30

TRENTON, GA — The race to unseat Democrat Senator Jon Ossoff may be gaining a bold new contender as State Senator Colton Moore signals he is considering a run for the U.S. Senate — a move that could galvanize Georgia’s conservative base and reshape... Read More.

Construction Begins on Lantern at Morning Pointe at Happy Valley

Thursday, May 29

Construction has begun on the new Lantern at Morning Pointe at Happy Valley, an assisted living and memory care center. The facility will feature two levels of specialized memory care, designed to support individuals with early and advanced stages of dementia. The project is... Read More.

Buzzing with Excitement: Honeybee Festival Returns to Downtown LaFayette This Saturday

Thursday, May 29

LaFayette, GA – Downtown LaFayette will be buzzing with excitement this Saturday as the annual Honeybee Festival returns for a sweet celebration of community, music, and all things bees. The free, family-friendly event promises a full day of fun, food, and entertainment for all... Read More.

I-75 South CLOSED in Whitfield County

Active Weather Pattern Brings Multiple Days of Showers and Severe Storm Threats to the Southeast

UPDATED: LaFayette assistant principal had child sex abuse material on his phone

LaFayette High School Assistant Principal Arrested on Child Pornograhpy Charges

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Announces Free Application Week for Fall Enrollment

A Walker County Man Is Among Four Individuals Arrested In A Multi-Agency Human Trafficking Sting

Special Primary Election is June 17th

Georgia to Issue One-Time Tax Refunds Following New Legislation

Moore Mulls Senate Run, Would Bolster Georgia’s Conservative Firepower

Construction Begins on Lantern at Morning Pointe at Happy Valley

Buzzing with Excitement: Honeybee Festival Returns to Downtown LaFayette This Saturday

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