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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.
Walker County Mulch Program Supports Local Agriculture Education
Students across Walker County are getting a hands-on lesson in sustainability thanks to a partnership between the county’s Solid Waste and Public Works departments and local schools.
Approximately 65 tons of excess mulch from the county landfill’s mulch program have been delivered to several schools... Read More.
AGENDA: Regular Session of the Walker County Board of Education
Regular Session 03/16/2026 - 06:00 PM
Walker County Department of Education Building
301 North Cherokee Street
LaFayette, Georgia 30728
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE TO FLAGS
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
V. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
i. Joseph Burrage- Challenge Coin Presentation
ii. Spelling Bee Winners
iii. 2026 STAR Student and Teacher
iv. CTI Recognitions- LaFayette... Read More.
AGENDA: MAYOR AND COUNCIL CITY OF LAFAYETTE
AGENDA MAYOR AND COUNCIL
CITY OF LAFAYETTE, GEORGIA
Monday, March 9, 2026
6:30 P.M.
Regular Scheduled Council Meeting
1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Invocation
B. Pledge to American Flag
C. Approve Minutes for 2/9 Council meeting
2. VISITORS & GUESTS
3. OLD BUSINESS
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. Upcoming events
B. Earth Day cleanup
C. Global payments
D. Online Utilities... Read More.
LaFayette City Council to Meet Monday Evening
The City of LaFayette Mayor and Council will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
During the meeting, officials are expected to review several items of new business. Topics on the agenda include discussion of upcoming city events,... Read More.
St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser Planned to Benefit Millican Family After House Fire
The community is invited to come together next weekend to support a local family recovering from a devastating house fire.
The LaFayette Elks Lodge #2018 will host a St. Patrick’s Day Benefit Fundraiser for the Millican family on Saturday, March 14, at the lodge in... Read More.
Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 03/08/26
DATE: 3/07/2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT
TIME
NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED
LAST FIRST MIDDLE
RACE / SEX
AGE
FELONY / MISD
CHARGES
1157
PARKS
JACOB
WILLIAM
W\M
MISD
CRIMINAL TRESPASS
1305
FERREE
ROBERT
DANIEL
W\M
47
FELONY
PROBATION VIOLATION
1414
JOHNSON
LATEEFAH
NASHEED
B\F
42
FELONY
PROBATION VIOLATION
1452
PEREZ
KEVIN
AXCEL
H\M
18
FELONY
AGGRAVATED STALKING
1455
STALLINGS
TAMIKA
LASHAY
B\F
42
MISD
FAILURE TO APPEAR
1705
MORROW
MARTHA
JUNE
W\F
68
MISD
SIMPLE BATTERY FVA
1732
BROOME
DECODA
LEE
W\M
34
MISD
CONTEMPT OF COURT
1745
MITCHELL
ROBBIE
LEE
W\M
33
MISD
SIMPLE... Read More.
NASCAR’s Straight Talk Wireless 500 Airs on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH
NASCAR fans can get ready for another thrilling race as the Straight Talk Wireless 500 comes your way on Georgia 93.7 FM WQCH. Be sure to tune in as coverage of the race starts at 2:30 PM.
The NASCAR Cup Series’ best drivers will hit... Read More.