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Blood Drive In Honor Of Sgt Chuck Dunn Friday, March 28th

Thursday, March 27

The Walker County Water and Sewerage Authority is honoring Sgt Chuck Dunn with a blood drive Friday, March 28th from 12 to 5 pm at 4665 Happy Valley Rd, Flinstone. Those wishing to donate blood are reminded to eat a good meal prior to... Read More.

US Department Of Agriculture Distributes Rabies Vaccine By Aircraft April 7-15

Thursday, March 27

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will distribute oral rabies vaccine (ORV) by aircraft across Walker County and surrounding northwest Georgia areas from April 7-15. This operation is part of a nationwide effort by USDA to prevent the spread of raccoon rabies in... Read More.

Prescribed Burn By GA DNR Off Pocket Loop Road Near Rock Town On Pigeon Mtn

Thursday, March 27

Even with Governor Kemp requesting people to refrain from outdoor burning, Georgia Department of Natural Resources is conducting a large prescribed burn off of Pocket Loop near Rock Town on Pigeon Mountain. There is a large presence of smoke on the west side of... Read More.

Governor Kemp Wildfire PSA Urging People Not to Burn Outdoors

Thursday, March 27

In this public service announcement, Governor Brian Kemp addresses the citizens of Georgia regarding the current wildfire conditions across the state. With recent dry weather and increased fire activity, it’s more important than ever to stay informed, practice caution, and follow all fire safety... Read More.

Georgia’s Unemployment Rate Holds at 3.6% as State Adds 7,200 Jobs in February

Thursday, March 27

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced today that Georgia's February unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, unchanged from a revised 3.6 percent in January. The unemployment rate was five-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate. "Georgia continues to drive business growth and opportunity, with 7,200... Read More.

Chattanooga Man Charged With Murder of Chickamauga Resident

Wednesday, March 26

Last Friday the GBI's Calhoun office and the Walker County Sheriff's Office, the TBI, Federal Probation office and Hamilton County Sheriff's teamed up to arrest a man for murder. 41-year-old Nicholas Antiono Cheaton of Chattanooga has been charged with the murder of William Oliver... Read More.

Register For National Weather Service Storm Spotter Class

Wednesday, March 26

Register for Friday's free National Weather Service (NWS) storm spotter class to learn how to properly spot and report severe and impactful weather. The in-person NWS Basic Spotter Training Class will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, March 28th at... Read More.

LaFayette Residents Experience Mail Fraud and Tampering

Wednesday, March 26

With mail fraud and identity theft on the rise, it is important to make certain you keep a close watch on your mail. Recently, some LaFayette residents have observed a vehicle driving past their homes several times, stopping and someone opening their mailboxes. Shortly... Read More.

Summer STEM Learning: Apply for BASF TECH Academy Today

Wednesday, March 26

CHATTANOOGA, TN – Applications are open for high school students looking to learn about a variety of career paths through the summer BASF TECH Academy program at Chattanooga State Community College. BASF TECH Academy introduces rising high school juniors and seniors to jobs in the... Read More.

GNTC, Southern Adventist University Sign Articulation Agreement

Wednesday, March 26

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) and Southern Adventist University have developed an academic and educational partnership for GNTC students to enroll in the online Adult Degree Completion (ADC) program at Southern Adventist University. The five-year agreement, which went into effect March 1, 2025, will allow... Read More.

Derek Parker 2025 LaFayette High School Teacher Of The Year

Wednesday, March 26

Tuesday, Derek Parker was named LaFayette High School's Teacher of the Year for 2025. Congratulations to Derek Parker!

Public Service Commission Districts 2 and 3 Special Primary Election June 17

Tuesday, March 25

Atlanta — Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has issued the following call for Special Election to be held November 4th, 2025, for Public Service Commission Districts 2 and 3. “Notice is hereby given that a Special Election shall be held on November 4, 2025,... Read More.

Blood Drive In Honor Of Sgt Chuck Dunn Friday, March 28th

US Department Of Agriculture Distributes Rabies Vaccine By Aircraft April 7-15

Prescribed Burn By GA DNR Off Pocket Loop Road Near Rock Town On Pigeon Mtn

Governor Kemp Wildfire PSA Urging People Not to Burn Outdoors

Georgia’s Unemployment Rate Holds at 3.6% as State Adds 7,200 Jobs in February

Chattanooga Man Charged With Murder of Chickamauga Resident

Register For National Weather Service Storm Spotter Class

LaFayette Residents Experience Mail Fraud and Tampering

Summer STEM Learning: Apply for BASF TECH Academy Today

GNTC, Southern Adventist University Sign Articulation Agreement

Derek Parker 2025 LaFayette High School Teacher Of The Year

Public Service Commission Districts 2 and 3 Special Primary Election June 17

Local/Regional News

Archaeology Exhibit on Lookout Mountain Now on Display at LaFayette Library

Walker County Schools on Two-Hour Delay Due to Road Conditions

Minor Accident Involving Walker County School Bus Reported in Rossville

Parents, Students Speak Out After Lafayette High Cheer Coach Removed