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WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

       Yesterday's election saw Walker County voters overwhelmingly approved a one-cent sales tax—by roughly 70 percent—to fund  capital projects across the county over the next six years. The tax is expected to raise about $69 million and will take effect in October... Read More.

ELECTION RESULTS: YES to SPLOST, Dems takes Public Service Commission

Georgia Democrats celebrated a major victory Tuesday night as Alicia Johnson and Peter Hubbard were elected to the state’s Public Service Commission — marking the first time since 2006 that Democrats have won a nonfederal statewide office. Meanwhile, Walker County voters overwhelmingly approved a one-cent... Read More.

Pritchett Steps Down as Ridgeland Head Football Coach

Ridgeland High School has announced the resignation of Head Football Coach Craig Pritchett, who has led the Panthers program for the past four years. In a statement, school officials expressed their gratitude for Pritchett’s leadership and service, saying, “We sincerely appreciate Coach Pritchett’s dedication, time,... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 11/04/25

DATE: 11.03.2025 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST                   FIRST           MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD CHARGES 0240 JACKSON DUMAS DUANE W/M 56 FELONY   AGGRAVATED ANIMAL CRUELTY, SIMPLE BATTERY FVA, SIMPLE ASSAULT, RECKLESS CONDUCT, POSS OF FIREARM OR KNIFE... Read More.

Today is Election Day

Voters across Walker County head to the polls today to cast ballots in local and statewide elections. Georgians statewide will decide two seats on the Public Service Commission, which regulates and sets rates for electricity, gas, and phone services. In Walker County, voters will also... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

       Today is Election Day across Georgia.  Voters in Walker County will head to the polls to cast ballots in local and statewide races.  Statewide, Georgians will choose two members of the Public Service Commission, which oversees electricity, gas, and phone rates.... Read More.

Walker County Responds to State Review Board Findings on Tax Spending

Story credit: WTVC-TV Walker County officials say they are taking steps to improve financial transparency following a state review that raised concerns over how the county reports its use of tourism tax funds. The Georgia Hotel-Motel Tax Review Board recently completed an investigation into claims that... Read More.

Walker County Sheriff Arrest Report 11/03/25

DATE: 11-02-2025 WALKER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER DAILY INTAKE REPORT TIME NAME OF INMATE ADMITTED LAST                FIRST                MIDDLE RACE / SEX AGE FELONY / MISD   CHARGES 1351 TALLENT SHEILA ELAINE W/F 62 FELONY   AGG ASSAULT 1454 NATIVIDAD JUAN W/F 34 MISD   DRIVING WITH NO LICENSE 1500 HICKS DERECK MARCUS-ALLEN W/M 36 MISD   DRIVING ON SUSP LICENSE 1513 SMITH ASHLEY NICHOLE W/F 40 MISD   SUSP LICENSE 1835 REYES NAKIA MICHELLE W/F 48 MISD   DRIVING ON SUSP 2023 DINKINS DILLON COLE W/M 23 MISD   FOLLOWING TOO CLOSE,... Read More.