March 15th Tribute to Patsy Cline featuring Clare Donohue Canceled
Due to the impending severe weather forecast for Saturday, March 15, 2025, the event has been canceled.
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Last Day For Early Voting In Walker County
Today is the final day of early voting for Splost and City Council Ward 1(LaFayette). There will be one more opportunity for citizens to cast their ballots during the Special Election, this Tuesday, March 18th.
Walker County Schools Responds to Security Incident at North LaFayette Elementary School
LAFAYETTE, GA – Walker County Schools is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being
of all students, staff, and visitors on our campuses. We are grateful for the diligence of our
employees and the swift response of law enforcement following an incident at North LaFayette
Elementary School... Read More.
Major Milestone Achieved on LaFayette Gateway Park Fountain
LaFayette, GA-A major milestone was met yesterday as the 31,000-pound boulder, the centerpiece of the fountain at the new Gateway Park, was carefully positioned in its final location. Public Works was on hand to guide the sandstone into place with precision. This innovative project... Read More.
Walker County / Rossville Brush Fire Update
As of this morning, the brush fires in northern Walker County are contained. There will still be fires and smoke within the containment zone. Fire officials expect this will continue through tomorrow and residents with respiratory issues are advised to stay indoors. Georgia Forestry,... Read More.
Brush Fires at South Mission Ridge Drive
Video Credit: David Waltermyer
Firefighters Battle Multiple Brush Fires in Walker County
Rossville, GA (March 11, 2025) – Walker County Fire Rescue crews continue to work multiple brush fires that were sparked along a four-mile stretch from Rossville to near Chickamauga.
The fires appear to have been started by sparks from a train that ignited combustible material... Read More.
Walker County Board of Commissioners Approve 70 Mile Road Paving List
The Walker County Board of Commissioners approved a 70-mile road paving list at its most recent meeting. The list of projects will be put out to bid soon. The list covers roads to be resurfaced in 2025 and 2026.
Walker County Schools Dismiss Early Friday, March 14th
Walker County Schools will be dismissing early Friday for parent teacher conferences and staff professional development throughout the district.
Updated Design Revealed For The Next Phase Of Walker Rocks Park
Rock Spring, GA (March 10, 2025) – Walker County Government unveiled an updated design today for a playground expansion at Walker Rocks Park on the county’s Civic Center Campus. Walker County received a Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant from the U.S. Department... Read More.
Adi Baxter named GNTC’s 2025 Staff Member of the Year
Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has named Adi Baxter, Learning Management System specialist at GNTC’s Walker County Campus in Rock Spring, as its 2025 Staff Member of the Year Award winner.
The award recognizes GNTC staff who make significant contributions to the college and to... Read More.
Missing Person Alert: Timothy McSears, 65 from LaFayette
Walker County Sheriff Office has announced a MISSING PERSON Alert---
Timothy Mcsears age 65 has been missing since Thursday March 6, 2025 from his residence on Mcsears Dr Lafayette GA.
If you have any information on Mr. Mcsears whereabouts please contact Detective Brandon Barkley 706-670-1953.