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In Walker County, arrest warrants are out for Ronald and Melissa Jackson after authorities found three dead dogs and five others neglected inside a McFarland Avenue business.  Deputies say the animals were left without food, water, or ventilation — one puppy died shortly after... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 6/30/25

DATE: 6/29/2025 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME   LAST                FIRST          MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0106 HINES KWAME MONTRELL B\M 35 MISD DUI 0120 BROWN ROBERT JOSEPH W\M 33 MISD DUI, EXPIRED TAG 0200 LONG NOAH GAGE W\M 21 MISD HOLD FOR HAMILTON COUNTY 0200 O.HAVER STEVIE LAUREN W\F 21 MISD DUI 1125 HAMLETT WANDA SUE W\F 76 MISD DUI 1138 KELLER SHANE MICHAEL W/M MISD RETURN FORM CHI FORTOGLETHORPE 1406 RAMSEY WILLIAM CRAIG B\M 55 FEL SIMPLE BATTERY, VIOLATION OF PROBATION 1842 LEA TARA ELIZABETH W\F 43 RETURN FROM CHI 2105 MONDRAGON PARRA NESTON JAVIER H/M MISD UNLICENSED, FAILURE TO MAINTAIN... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Only one felony arrests in Walker County on Saturday.  Whitney Celeste Barrett, 36-year-old female was booked on charges of criminal damage to property and simple assault.  The full arrest report is online at DiscoverWalker.com.  It's updated daily. A wave of new laws goes into effect... Read More.

Walker County Litter Control Committee to Hold Public Meeting

The Walker County Litter Control Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Walker County Administration Building, located at 101 S. Duke Street, LaFayette, GA 30728. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate... Read More.

New Georgia Laws Take Effect July 1

As Georgia enters the 2026 fiscal year on Tuesday, July 1, a wide range of new state laws will go into effect, impacting everything from taxes and education to healthcare and consumer protections. While some laws have already taken effect and others will roll... Read More.

Georgia Department of Education Introduces Student Bill of Rights

The Georgia Department of Education has introduced a Student Bill of Rights, a new guiding document that outlines the essential rights of all K–12 students in the state’s public schools. Launched ahead of the United States Semiquincentennial in 2026, the initiative aims to celebrate the... Read More.

Georgia Reintroduces Cursive Writing in Elementary Schools

Starting this fall, cursive handwriting will once again be a part of the curriculum for Georgia elementary students. The Georgia Department of Education has updated its English Language Arts standards to include instruction in reading, writing, and building fluency in cursive for students in grades... Read More.