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Jason Gamel Named Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s 2026 Staff Member of the Year
Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has named Jason Gamel, the college’s director of Recruitment, as the recipient of the 2026 Staff Member of the Year Award.
The award recognizes GNTC staff members who make significant contributions to the college and to technical education. Gamel received... Read More.
WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines
Voters head to the polls today for two important special elections that will shape representation for northwest Georgia in both Washington and Atlanta. The biggest race is the special election for Georgia's 14th congressional district, the seat previously held... Read More.
Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 03/09/26
DATE: 03-08-2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT
TIME
NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED
LAST FIRST MIDDLE
RACE / SEX
AGE
FELONY / MISD
CHARGES
0350
MOHR
MIYA
ESTHER
W\F
19
MISD
SUSPENDED LICENSE, FAILURE TO MAINTAIN LANE
0410
DASINGER
COLE
STORY
W\M
24
MISD
DUI, NO HEADLIGHTS
2034
HOLLAND
EDDIE
STEPHEN
W\M
48
FEL
HOLD FOR COURT
Lady Ramblers Shut Out Ridgeland 8–0
The Lady Ramblers soccer team turned in a dominant performance Friday night, defeating Ridgeland Panthers girls soccer by a score of 8–0.
Cora Lanier led the offensive effort for the Lady Ramblers, recording a hat trick with three goals and adding an assist. Emma Brown... Read More.
Local Races Set for May 19 Primary Election in Walker County
Walker County voters will return to the polls May 19 for Georgia’s General Primary Election, which will include several local races for county offices and a municipal special election in Rossville.
On the Republican ballot, two incumbents are seeking re-election to the Walker County Board... Read More.
Walker County Voters Head to Polls Tuesday for Congressional and State Senate Special Elections
Walker County voters will head to the polls Tuesday for two special elections that will help determine representation for northwest Georgia in both Washington and Atlanta.
The most prominent race on the ballot is the special election to replace former congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene in... Read More.
WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines
Testing data submitted to federal regulators shows the City of LaFayette’s public drinking water system recorded PFAS levels 7.1 times higher than the Environmental Protection Agency’s established limit. The findings were highlighted in a nationwide map compiled by USA... Read More.
Victim Alive After Shooting at Holiday Travel Park in Catoosa County
Authorities say the victim of a shooting reported Sunday night at Holiday Travel Park in Catoosa County is alive as investigators continue working to determine what led to the incident.
Catoosa County Sheriff Gary Sisk confirmed the incident involved a shooting and said the victim... Read More.
LaFayette Drinking Water Tests Show PFAS Levels 7.1 Times Higher Than EPA Limit
Testing data submitted to federal regulators shows the City of LaFayette’s public drinking water system recorded PFAS levels 7.1 times higher than the Environmental Protection Agency’s established limit, placing it among several Georgia communities reporting elevated concentrations of the so-called “forever chemicals.”
The results were... Read More.
Walker County Launches ‘Adopt a Dispatcher’ Program for Telecommunicators Week
Often the first voice heard during an emergency, Walker County’s 911 dispatchers play a vital role in helping residents during times of crisis. Now the community has an opportunity to recognize their work through a new appreciation initiative.
Walker County Government is inviting residents, businesses,... Read More.