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Walker County Schools Graduation Rate Climbs to 93.2%, Tops State Average

Monday, September 28

Walker County Schools is reporting another increase in its graduation rate, with the district continuing to outperform the statewide average, according to newly released data from the Georgia Department of Education. The 2026 Four-Year Cohort Graduation Rates show Walker County Schools with a graduation rate... Read More.

Chickamauga Seeks Community Input on Future of Crystal Springs Mill

Monday, September 28

The City of Chickamauga is inviting residents to help shape the future of Crystal Springs Mill during an upcoming community input meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, at 6 p.m. at the Lillian Ellis Center, located at 114 Cove Road in Chickamauga. City... Read More.

Kemp Suspends Georgia Gas Tax for 30 Days Amid Global Market Volatility

Monday, September 28

Georgia drivers are set to receive some relief at the pump after Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency and suspended the state’s motor fuel excise tax for 30 days. The suspension takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, September 29, and will remain in... Read More.

Dade, Walker Counties Among Cheapest in Georgia for Gas as State Average Tops $4.19

Monday, September 28

Drivers in Dade and Walker counties are seeing some of the lowest gasoline prices in Georgia, even as the statewide average remains above $4 per gallon. According to AAA – The Auto Club Group, the Catoosa-Dade-Walker metro market is averaging $4.09 per gallon for regular... Read More.

LaFayette Seeks Community Vote for 2026 Christmas Parade Theme

Sunday, September 27

The City of LaFayette is asking the community to help choose the theme for this year’s Christmas Parade. Residents can cast their votes on social media by reacting to the city’s post, with four possible themes in the running. “A Rhinestone Christmas” would bring a country-inspired... Read More.

Friday Night Football Scoreboard; Ramblers 5-0

Saturday, September 26

LaFayette 21 — Murray County 7 The Ramblers beat previously unbeaten Murray County 21-7 to reach 5-0. Cedartown 42 — Dalton 41 Ringgold 33 — North Murray 20 Ringgold is 5-0. Sonoraville 27 — Coahulla Creek 20 Towns County 26 — Southeast Whitfield 20 Gordon Lee 23 — Chattooga 0 Rockmart 44... Read More.

Walker County Commissioners to Consider Data Center Moratorium Correction, New Fire Station Land Exchange

Friday, September 25

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will meet Thursday, October 1, for its regularly scheduled meeting, with planning and zoning, the county’s data center moratorium and plans for a new fire department administration building and fire station among the items on the agenda. The meeting... Read More.

Walker County Unemployment Rate at 3.2% as Northwest Georgia Employment Hits Record High

Thursday, September 24

Walker County’s unemployment rate stood at 3.2% in August as Northwest Georgia reached record highs in both its labor force and employment, according to new figures released Thursday by the Georgia Department of Labor. Walker County reported a labor force of 33,053, with 31,985 people... Read More.

Rossville Planning Commission Considers New Data Center Regulations

Thursday, September 24

The Rossville Planning Commission considered a proposed ordinance Thursday evening that would establish regulations for data centers operating within the city. The discussion comes as questions continue to surround BridgTRK, a Chattanooga-based company planning a small-scale technology and communications facility on Bulldog Drive. BridgTRK has said... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, September 24

95 Sonic Drive In LaFayette 313 N Main St, LaFayette, GA 87 Pie Slingers LLC 56 A Fieldstone Village Dr, Rock Springs, GA 100 Honey Bee Hotdogs Trailer 703 Moore Ave, LaFayette, GA 100 Honey Bee Hotdogs Base 703 Moore Ave, LaFayette, GA

Power Outage in LaFayette

Thursday, September 24

10:55am Power as been restored. At least we've got power again at WQCH. 10:44am Power outage on the north side of LaFayette. Crews are working to restore power. No word yet on how long the outage may last. We'll keep you updated here and on our Facebook... Read More.

Friday Night Football: LaFayette, Murray County Meet in Battle of Unbeaten Region Contenders

Thursday, September 24

Two undefeated teams meet Friday night in Chatsworth as LaFayette travels to Murray County for a Region 7-3A showdown between teams off to their best starts in decades. The Ramblers and Indians both enter the game at 4-0 overall and 1-0 in region play. Kickoff... Read More.

Walker County Schools Graduation Rate Climbs to 93.2%, Tops State Average

Chickamauga Seeks Community Input on Future of Crystal Springs Mill

Kemp Suspends Georgia Gas Tax for 30 Days Amid Global Market Volatility

Dade, Walker Counties Among Cheapest in Georgia for Gas as State Average Tops $4.19

LaFayette Seeks Community Vote for 2026 Christmas Parade Theme

Friday Night Football Scoreboard; Ramblers 5-0

Walker County Commissioners to Consider Data Center Moratorium Correction, New Fire Station Land Exchange

Walker County Unemployment Rate at 3.2% as Northwest Georgia Employment Hits Record High

Rossville Planning Commission Considers New Data Center Regulations

Walker County Restaurant Report

Power Outage in LaFayette

Friday Night Football: LaFayette, Murray County Meet in Battle of Unbeaten Region Contenders

Local/Regional News

Destination Stays Helped Drive Tourism in Walker County

LaFayette Lady Ramblers Fall in Five Sets in State Final Four

New Report Reveals Explosions and Dangerous Conditions During Deadly Rossville Shed Fire

Walker County Data Center Committee Moves Toward Stricter Development Regulations