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Rihanna Davis named GNTC’s 2026 Dual Enrollment Student of the Year

Wednesday, March 25

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) has named Rihanna Davis, a LaFayette High School student who attends the Walker LAUNCH College and Career Academy in Rock Spring, as its 2026 Dual Enrollment Student of the Year. The award recognizes an outstanding high school senior who has... Read More.

Your Morning Weather Discussion

Wednesday, March 25

High School Sports Roundup: LaFayette Tennis Sweeps Ringgold and Ridgeland in Busy Week

Wednesday, March 25

The LaFayette High School tennis teams opened a busy week with strong performances, earning a pair of victories over Ringgold on Monday before closing out region play with wins over county rival Ridgeland. The Ramblers defeated Ringgold 4-1, with singles victories from Isaac Hamilton and... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 03/25/26

Wednesday, March 25

TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED RACE/SEX AGE FELONY/MISD CHARGES LAST FIRST MIDDLE 0050 DAVIS CLAYTON ALEXANDER B/M 56 FELONY ... Read More.

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Wednesday, March 25

Walker County’s Strawapalooza giveaway wrapped up after just one day Tuesday, as all available straw was quickly claimed by residents. County officials say 293 bales were handed out at the Walker County Landfill, more than originally expected, forcing the... Read More.

Traverse Park Nearing Completion Ahead of Honeybee Festival Opening

Tuesday, March 24

The City of LaFayette says construction on Traverse Park is moving forward and remains on schedule to open in time for the annual Honeybee Festival on May 30. Earlier this month, the city’s Public Works team assisted with planting dozens of trees at the new... Read More.

Strawapalooza Giveaway at Walker County Landfill Exceeds Expectations

Tuesday, March 24

The Walker County Landfill’s “Strawapalooza” giveaway event proved to be a major success this week, with nearly 300 bales of straw distributed to residents in a single day. Organizers reported that 293 square bales of straw were handed out during the event, exceeding initial expectations... Read More.

Erin Brockovich Returning to Northwest Georgia for PFAS Testing Campaign and Town Halls

Tuesday, March 24

Famed consumer advocate Erin Brockovich will return to northwest Georgia later this month to announce an expanded campaign to test water, soil, and dust for PFAS contamination and meet with residents affected by so-called “forever chemicals.” Brockovich will hold a press conference in Rome on... Read More.

Georgia Bill Would Require Daily Weapons Screening in Public Schools

Tuesday, March 24

Georgia could become the first state in the nation to require every student to be screened for weapons when entering a public school each day under legislation now nearing final passage at the State Capitol. The proposal comes in response to the 2024 school shooting... Read More.

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Now Hiring for Multiple Positions

Tuesday, March 24

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is currently seeking qualified applicants for a variety of faculty and facilities positions across its campuses. Open faculty roles include part-time Clinical Lab Adjunct Instructor for EMS, a full-time Instructor of Business Healthcare Technology, a part-time Instructor of Commercial Truck Driving... Read More.

Your Morning Weather Discussion

Tuesday, March 24

High Fire Danger Warning Issued Across Tri-State Area

Tuesday, March 24

High Fire Danger Warning Issued Across Tri-State Area NORTH GEORGIA / NORTHEAST ALABAMA / SOUTHEAST TENNESSEE — The National Weather Service has issued a High Fire Danger Warning for much of the region due to dry conditions and gusty winds. Officials say a combination of low... Read More.

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Rihanna Davis named GNTC’s 2026 Dual Enrollment Student of the Year

Your Morning Weather Discussion

High School Sports Roundup: LaFayette Tennis Sweeps Ringgold and Ridgeland in Busy Week

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 03/25/26

WQCH & Georgia 93-7 Local News Headlines

Traverse Park Nearing Completion Ahead of Honeybee Festival Opening

Strawapalooza Giveaway at Walker County Landfill Exceeds Expectations

Erin Brockovich Returning to Northwest Georgia for PFAS Testing Campaign and Town Halls

Georgia Bill Would Require Daily Weapons Screening in Public Schools

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Now Hiring for Multiple Positions

Your Morning Weather Discussion

High Fire Danger Warning Issued Across Tri-State Area

Local/Regional News

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

LaFayette High Senior Emily Maanum Named 2026 Georgia Scholar