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President Trump to Visit Northwest Georgia on February 19

President Trump to Visit Northwest Georgia on February 19 ROME, Ga. — President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Northwest Georgia on Thursday, February 19, according to the White House. The president will appear in Rome, Georgia, located in the heart of Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.... Read More.

Country Democrats Rising Rally Planned Feb. 21 in Rock Spring

The Democratic Parties of Walker County, Dade County, Catoosa County and Chattooga County will host a regional rally later this month aimed at energizing supporters and highlighting upcoming political races. The event, titled “Country Democrats Rising,” is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21, from noon until... Read More.

City of LaFayette Seeks Public Input for Safety Action Plan

The City of LaFayette is asking residents to share their input as it develops a comprehensive Safety Action Plan aimed at reducing serious crashes and improving roadway safety throughout the community. The plan is being created through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and... Read More.

Dalton Police Department Investigating Report of Juvenile Runaway

The Dalton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 17-year-old Whitfield County girl who has been reported as a runaway. According to police, Hannah Thomas was reported missing from a family member’s home in the area of Vann Place in Dalton.... Read More.

7-AAA Girls Basketball Tournament: LaFayette vs. Ridgeland

7-AAA Girls Basketball Tournament tonight at Ridgeland. 6pm Northwest Whitfield vs. Adairsville 7:30pm Ridgeland vs. LaFayette - Hear the Lady Panthers and the Lady Ramblers tonight on Georgia 93-7.  Pre-game is at 7:20pm, tip off at 7:30pm.  The winner advances to face Gilmer on Wednesday.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 02/16/26

DATE: 2-15-2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST                    FIRST                MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD   CHARGES 0447 PETERSON MICHELLE SLOAN W/F 41 FELONY   FALSE STATEMENT, DUI LESS SAFE 0800 WILLERSON ROGER DALE W/M 49 --   24 HR HOLD 0800 ESTES STEPHEN NICHOLAS W/M 46 --   HOLD FOR COURT 1037 SHEPPARD JAKARA NICHOLE B/F 32 MISD   OBSTRUCTION (M), SIMPLE... Read More.

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

          Early voting starts Monday in Walker County. That’s for the March 10th Special Election.  Voters will see two races on their ballot. U.S. House of Representatives, District 14. And Georgia State Senate, District 53.  The main early voting site... Read More.

Walker County School Board to Meet Tuesday

The Walker County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Department of Education building, 301 North Cherokee Street in LaFayette. The agenda includes special recognitions honoring local Spelling... Read More.

Walker County Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Rescheduled

The Walker County Historic Preservation Commission will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was moved from its usual date due to the Lafayette-Walker County Public Library being closed on February 16 for President’s Day.