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Fort Oglethorpe Police Seeking Public’s Help Identifying Person of Interest in Retail Theft Investigation

Monday, July 6

The Fort Oglethorpe Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying a person of interest in connection with a theft investigation. According to the department's Criminal Investigations Division, the individual shown in a released photo is being sought as part of an investigation... Read More.

Walker County Animal Shelter Launches “Empty the Shelters” Adoption Event as Shelter Reaches Capacity

Monday, July 6

The Walker County Animal Shelter is encouraging the community to adopt a pet during the BISSELL Pet Foundation's nationwide "Empty the Shelters" adoption event, which runs from July 5 through July 26. Shelter officials say they are in urgent need of adopters after experiencing a... Read More.

LaFayette City Council to Consider Garbage Truck Equipment, Infrastructure, and Safety Improvements Tuesday

Monday, July 6

The LaFayette Mayor and City Council will meet Tuesday, July 7, for its regularly scheduled monthly meeting, with several city infrastructure and public works items on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. and will open with an invocation, the Pledge... Read More.

Gas Prices Dip, Local Prices Among Georgia’s Best

Monday, July 6

Motorists in Dade, Walker and Catoosa counties continue to enjoy some of the lowest gas prices in Georgia as fuel costs decline following the Independence Day holiday. According to AAA, the Catoosa-Dade-Walker metro area has the state's second-lowest average price for regular gasoline at $3.37... Read More.

Tree on Duke Street Causes Power Outage on North Circuit

Sunday, July 5

A tree down on Duke Street has caused a power outage affecting customers on the North Circuit, according to city officials. The fallen tree brought down power lines, resulting in the outage. City crews have been dispatched to the scene and are actively working to... Read More.

AAA Warns Fireworks Can Bring Costly Risks Along With Independence Day Celebrations

Friday, July 3

As families across Georgia prepare to celebrate Independence Day, AAA – The Auto Club Group is reminding homeowners that fireworks can pose more than just a safety hazard. They can also lead to significant property damage, injuries, and potential liability issues. While fireworks remain a... Read More.

Chickamauga City Council to Consider Budget Amendment, Street Projects, and Grant Funding at July 6 Meeting

Friday, July 3

The Chickamauga Mayor and City Council will meet Monday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at Chickamauga City Hall, located at 1817 Lee Clarkson Road. Following the public hearing, call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, approval of previous meeting minutes, and public comments, council members... Read More.

State Consent Order Details Wastewater Violations at McLemore Resort Facility

Thursday, July 2

Walker County residents are raising concerns after a consent order from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division details more than 100 wastewater permit violations at the McLemore Water Reclamation Facility in Rising Fawn and places a temporary halt on new development at the resort. According to... Read More.

Heat, Humidity and Isolated Severe Storms Expected Through Independence Day Weekend

Thursday, July 2

Residents across northwest Georgia and the Tennessee Valley should prepare for dangerous heat and the possibility of isolated severe thunderstorms as the Independence Day weekend begins. Friday's forecast calls for afternoon highs between 95 and 100 degrees, with heat index values ranging from 100 to... Read More.

New State Law Creates Animal Cruelty Offender Database in Georgia

Thursday, July 2

A new Georgia law that took effect July 1 will create a statewide online database designed to help track people charged with certain animal-related crimes. Under the new law, the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia will develop and maintain the public database, which is expected... Read More.

Walker County Restaurant Report

Thursday, July 2

98 Cloudland at McLemore Resort (Hilton Curio) - Hotel 243 Cloudland Dr Rising Fawn, GA

Walker County Elections Office Warns Voters About Unofficial Registration Mailers

Thursday, July 2

The Walker County Elections Office is alerting residents about voter registration mailers that have recently been arriving in mailboxes, emphasizing that the notices were not sent by local or state election officials. According to the Elections Office, the mailers appear to have been distributed by... Read More.

Fort Oglethorpe Police Seeking Public’s Help Identifying Person of Interest in Retail Theft Investigation

Walker County Animal Shelter Launches “Empty the Shelters” Adoption Event as Shelter Reaches Capacity

LaFayette City Council to Consider Garbage Truck Equipment, Infrastructure, and Safety Improvements Tuesday

Gas Prices Dip, Local Prices Among Georgia’s Best

Tree on Duke Street Causes Power Outage on North Circuit

AAA Warns Fireworks Can Bring Costly Risks Along With Independence Day Celebrations

Chickamauga City Council to Consider Budget Amendment, Street Projects, and Grant Funding at July 6 Meeting

Heat, Humidity and Isolated Severe Storms Expected Through Independence Day Weekend

New State Law Creates Animal Cruelty Offender Database in Georgia

Walker County Restaurant Report

Walker County Elections Office Warns Voters About Unofficial Registration Mailers

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