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Walker County Unemployment Falls to 3.1% in December

Thursday, January 29

Walker County’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.1% in December, continuing a downward trend and signaling steady labor market conditions heading into the new year. According to data released Thursday by the Georgia Department of Labor, Walker County’s December rate was down from 3.6% in November.... Read More.

Patrick Core: Light Accumulating Snow Possible; Bitter Cold Expected This Weekend

Thursday, January 29

Patrick Core: Light Accumulating Snow Possible; Bitter Cold Expected This Weekend NORTH GEORGIA — Chief Meteorologist Patrick Core says accumulating snow is becoming more likely across the region, though totals are expected to remain light. According to Core, snow showers could develop late Friday night and... Read More.

Extreme Cold Watch Issued for All of Georgia This Weekend

Thursday, January 29

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Watch for all of Georgia, effective Saturday evening through early Sunday afternoon. Forecasters warn that dangerously cold wind chills, or “feels like” temperatures, could drop to 5 degrees or below across the state during this time.... Read More.

Unemployment Falls to 3.1% in Northwest Georgia as Labor Force, Employment Hit Record Highs

Thursday, January 29

Unemployment declined across Northwest Georgia in December, with the region posting some of its strongest labor figures on record, according to data released Thursday by the Georgia Department of Labor. The Northwest Georgia unemployment rate fell eight-tenths of a percentage point over the month to... Read More.

Your Morning Weather Discussion

Thursday, January 29

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/29/26

Thursday, January 29

DATE: 1-28-2026 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST FIRST MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0012 MARSH DONTAE DEMETRIUS B/M 43 FELONY VOP 0808 BRADLEY LATANACA RACHELLE B/F 23 MISD DISORDERLY CONDUCT, SIMPLE ASSAULT (FV) 1000 TANKERSLEY CARRI ELIZABETH W/F 29 MISD DRIVING WHILE... Read More.

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Thursday, January 29

A Rossville man has been reported missing, and investigators are asking for the public’s help. Forty-one-year-old James Randal Ladd was last seen August fifteenth leaving his home on Cochran Drive in Rossville. Family members say he was headed to... Read More.

Senate Committee Advances Bill Expanding Sick Leave Options for Georgia Educators

Wednesday, January 28

A bill aimed at expanding sick leave flexibility for Georgia teachers and school personnel has advanced in the Georgia Senate. Senate Bill 412, a priority measure for Senate Republicans, passed out of the Senate Education and Youth Committee on Tuesday. The legislation would increase the... Read More.

Chattooga County Residents Urged to Pay Delinquent Property Taxes

Wednesday, January 28

Chattooga County Tax Commissioner Joy Hampton is reminding property owners that nearly 1,900 parcels remain unpaid for 2025 property taxes, which were due December 10, 2025. Hampton said delinquent tax notices will be mailed out this week and urged taxpayers to submit payments as soon... Read More.

Walker Transit Hiring Drivers

Wednesday, January 28

Walker County Government is an at-will employer. Job descriptions should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of duties or to constitute a contract for employment in any way. Applications for employment will remain active 30 days after the position is filled and... Read More.

Forecast Models Show Snow Possible Across Georgia as Storm Track Remains Uncertain

Wednesday, January 28

Georgia residents are watching the forecast closely as meteorologists continue to track an upper-level weather system that could bring snow to parts of the state. Forecasters noted that while a similar weather graphic was shared earlier, updated information highlights how subtle changes in the storm’s... Read More.

Rossville Man Reported Missing After Failing to Report to Work; Vehicle Found in Chattanooga

Wednesday, January 28

A Rossville man has been reported missing after he was last seen leaving his home nearly a week ago, according to local authorities. James Randal Ladd, 41, was last seen on August 15, 2025, when he left his residence on Cochran Drive in Rossville, Georgia.... Read More.

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Walker County Unemployment Falls to 3.1% in December

Patrick Core: Light Accumulating Snow Possible; Bitter Cold Expected This Weekend

Extreme Cold Watch Issued for All of Georgia This Weekend

Unemployment Falls to 3.1% in Northwest Georgia as Labor Force, Employment Hit Record Highs

Your Morning Weather Discussion

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 01/29/26

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Senate Committee Advances Bill Expanding Sick Leave Options for Georgia Educators

Chattooga County Residents Urged to Pay Delinquent Property Taxes

Walker Transit Hiring Drivers

Forecast Models Show Snow Possible Across Georgia as Storm Track Remains Uncertain

Rossville Man Reported Missing After Failing to Report to Work; Vehicle Found in Chattanooga

Local/Regional News

Maintenance Worker Killed in Rossville Shooting, Suspect Arrested

Summerville and Ringgold Among Communities Receiving PFAS Grant Funding from GEFA

New Pickleball Courts Open at Walker Rocks

CommonSpirit, Cigna Reach Agreement Restoring In-Network Coverage for Patients