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Extreme Cold Warning in Effect Across North and Central Georgia

Saturday, January 31

January 31, 2026 — The National Weather Service (NWS) Peachtree City office has issued an Extreme Cold Warning for all of north and central Georgia, effective from 7:00 p.m. this evening through 1:00 p.m. Sunday. Forecasters warn that dangerously cold wind chills are expected, ranging... Read More.

Winter Weather Forces Cancellation of LaFayette Parks & Rec Activities

Saturday, January 31

Winter weather moving through the area has prompted the cancellation of all games and practices at LaFayette Parks & Recreation for today, officials announced. In addition to the cancellations, the LaFayette Parks & Recreation building will be closed as conditions continue to impact travel and... Read More.

Walker County Closes Landfill and Animal Shelter Due to Winter Weather

Saturday, January 31

Walker County officials have announced the closure of the Walker County Landfill and the Walker County Animal Shelter for today, Saturday, January 31, due to hazardous winter weather conditions. Light snow coverage is reported on roads across the county, creating slick and potentially dangerous travel... Read More.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Walker County

Friday, January 30

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Walker County, effective from 7:00 p.m. Friday through 7:00 p.m. Saturday, as a winter system moves into the region. Forecasters expect snowfall totals ranging from 0.25 to 1 inch, with higher elevations possibly receiving... Read More.

LaFayette visits Heritage, Live Hoops on WQCH

Friday, January 30

Boys and Girls basketball tonight on Georgia 93-7 WQCH and Streaming at DiscoverWalker.com. Chris Barnett will have the play by play call. Pre-game begins at 6:50pm, Tip off of the Girls game is set for 7. The Boys game will follow. All on your Home... Read More.

Georgia DOT Prepares Statewide Response as Winter Storm, Dangerous Cold Target Georgia

Friday, January 30

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is preparing for another significant winter weather event expected to impact much of the state beginning early Saturday morning, January 31. Forecasts indicate light to potentially significant snowfall across northeast, east, southeast and central Georgia, including the... Read More.

Your Morning Weather Discussion

Friday, January 30

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/30/26

Friday, January 30

DATE: 1-29-2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0155 FRANZ PATRICK AARON W/M 36 MISD WILLFUL OBSTRUCTION 0425 MANRIGUEZ JUAN JOSE H/M 39 MISD SPEEDING, RECKLESS DRIVING 1051 INGRAM WILLGRAM SHANE W/M 46 FELONY FAILURE TO APPEAR 1122 SANDERS LEROY WAYNE W/M 47 FELONY VIOLATION OF PROBATION 1155 BEARD TERRY DANE W/M 55 FELONY POSS AMPETAMINE, POSS HYDROCODONE,... Read More.

Chickamauga Holds Special Meeting Today to Consider Mayor’s Removal

Friday, January 30

The City of Chickamauga is holding a specially called meeting today at 4 p.m., for a public hearing that could result in the removal of Mayor James C. Deck III from office. The meeting will take place at City Hall and will focus solely on... Read More.

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Friday, January 30

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Watch for all of Georgia. The watch is in effect from Saturday evening through early Sunday afternoon. Forecasters say wind chills could drop to five degrees or lower statewide. Residents... Read More.

Walker County Extension to Host Webinar on Poultry Biosecurity Amid Avian Flu Concerns

Thursday, January 29

Backyard and commercial poultry owners in Walker County will have an opportunity to learn more about protecting their flocks amid recent avian influenza cases through an upcoming educational webinar. Extension Agent Wade Hutcheson will host a biosecurity webinar for poultry owners on Thursday, February 5,... Read More.

Senate Bill 148 Aims to Expand Outdoor Learning and Hunter Education in Georgia Schools

Thursday, January 29

Senate Bill 148 aims to expand outdoor learning opportunities and hunter education in Georgia schools, continuing a tradition that supporters say has benefited students for decades. Lawmakers say the legislation is designed to help ensure students receive a well-rounded education and are exposed to lessons... Read More.

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Extreme Cold Warning in Effect Across North and Central Georgia

Winter Weather Forces Cancellation of LaFayette Parks & Rec Activities

Walker County Closes Landfill and Animal Shelter Due to Winter Weather

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Walker County

LaFayette visits Heritage, Live Hoops on WQCH

Georgia DOT Prepares Statewide Response as Winter Storm, Dangerous Cold Target Georgia

Your Morning Weather Discussion

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/30/26

Chickamauga Holds Special Meeting Today to Consider Mayor’s Removal

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Walker County Extension to Host Webinar on Poultry Biosecurity Amid Avian Flu Concerns

Senate Bill 148 Aims to Expand Outdoor Learning and Hunter Education in Georgia Schools

Local/Regional News

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