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Catoosa County Case Marks First Use of New “Three Strikes and You’re Out” Probation Policy

Wednesday, July 2

July 2, 2025 – CATOOSA COUNTY, GA — A repeat probation violator will serve the rest of his sentence behind bars, becoming the first offender sentenced under the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit’s new “Three Strikes and You’re Out” probation policy. District Attorney Clayton M. Fuller... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 7/02/25

Wednesday, July 2

DATE: 07-01-2025 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0036 TEETERS JOSHUA WAYNE W/M 36 MISD NO INSURANCE, NO LICENSE, EXPIRED REGISTRATION 0757 RAMIREZ-PAUC GERTRUDIS H/M 23 MISD NO LICENSE, NO INSURANCE, SUSPENDED TAG 0822 MCDONALD MAKAYLA NICOLE B/F 30 RETURN FROM HEALTH DEPT 0938 SHIRLEY DANNY WAYNE W/M 38 MISD DISORDERLY CONDUCT 1445 SEAY MARILYN ELIZABETH W/F 72 MISD NO INSURANCE, UNSAFE VEHICLE, CONCEALING... Read More.

Your Morning Weather Discussion

Wednesday, July 2

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Wednesday, July 2

New details are out about last week’s firetruck crash in Walker County. A Georgia State Patrol report, obtained by WTVC-TV, says the driver, John Pendergrass, was heading south on Old LaFayette Road when he tried to stop at a stop sign—but the brakes failed.... Read More.

UPDATE: State Patrol Report Details Walker County Firetruck Crash

Tuesday, July 1

A Georgia State Patrol (GSP) report is shedding new light on what caused a Walker County firetruck to overturn and catch fire last week. According to the report, the crash occurred as the firetruck was traveling south on Old LaFayette Road, just south of Glass... Read More.

AGENDA: Walker County Development Authority 7/8/25

Tuesday, July 1

Agenda for the regularly scheduled meeting of the Walker County Development Authority,which will take place on Tuesday, July 8th, at 10 a.m. in the Walker County Civic Center at 10052 N Hwy 27, Rock Spring, GA 30739. AGENDA Regular Meeting July 8, 2025 · 10:00 a.m. Walker County Civic Center 10052 N Hwy 27, Rock Spring, GA... Read More.

AT&T Expands 5G Network in Walker County, Boosting Connectivity and Public Safety

Tuesday, July 1

Residents and emergency responders in Walker County can expect stronger wireless connectivity following AT&T’s installation of a new 5G cell site in LaFayette. The upgrade improves coverage along Highway 136 and enhances signal strength near the Walker County Fire Station. Local officials say the investment... Read More.

Motor Carrier Compliance Division Renamed to Commercial Vehicle Enforcement

Tuesday, July 1

ATLANTA, GA – Effective July 1, the Georgia Department of Public Safety’s Motor Carrier Compliance Division (MCCD) will officially operate under a new name: Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE). The name change reflects the division’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety, compliance, and enforcement of commercial... Read More.

New Tutors Join “Time with Teachers” Program to Support Local Students

Tuesday, July 1

Dade and Walker County students struggling in school will have more support this summer, thanks to the expansion of the Time with Teachers tutoring program. Funded by the Frank P. Pierce Foundation, the program recently welcomed several new tutors—certified and retired teachers—who will offer... Read More.

GNTC to Host Open House Events at All Six Campuses on July 10

Tuesday, July 1

Northwest Georgia — July 1, 2025 — Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will open its doors to prospective students and the community during an all-day Open House event at each of its six campuses on Thursday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The... Read More.

Walker County Fire Truck Destroyed in Crash; Replacement Already Underway

Tuesday, July 1

Walker County officials have confirmed that a fire truck was destroyed in a wreck last week. Joe Legge, Director of Public Relations for the county, said the process to replace the vehicle is already underway. When asked whether any employees were involved or injured in the... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 7/01/25

Tuesday, July 1

DATE: 6-30-2025 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 1224 AUSTIN DEVIN NATHAM B/M 22 FELONY PROBATION VIOLATION 1422 SALVADOR DOUGLAS EDWARD W/M 65 FELONY OBSRTUCTION OF LEO, POSSESSION SCH 22, FELONY FLEEING, FTA 2014 BABB JEREMY BRANDON W/M 33 RETURN FROM HOSPITAL 2147 COFFMAN JOSEPH LEE W/M 32 MISD PROBATION VIOLATION

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Catoosa County Case Marks First Use of New “Three Strikes and You’re Out” Probation Policy

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 7/02/25

Your Morning Weather Discussion

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

UPDATE: State Patrol Report Details Walker County Firetruck Crash

AGENDA: Walker County Development Authority 7/8/25

AT&T Expands 5G Network in Walker County, Boosting Connectivity and Public Safety

Motor Carrier Compliance Division Renamed to Commercial Vehicle Enforcement

New Tutors Join “Time with Teachers” Program to Support Local Students

GNTC to Host Open House Events at All Six Campuses on July 10

Walker County Fire Truck Destroyed in Crash; Replacement Already Underway

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 7/01/25

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