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WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Walker County deputies are searching for a suspect after an armed robbery at Steve’s Quick Stop on Broomtown Road Tuesday night. A Black male, about 6 feet tall and 35 to 40 years old, robbed the store clerk at gunpoint around 9:05 p.m. and... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Two Walker County residents are behind bars, facing multiple charges in what authorities are calling a horrific case of animal cruelty.  Ronald Lee Jackson, 48, and his wife, 43-year-old Melissa Sue Jackson, were arrested on July 1st by police in Morven—just 18 miles from... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Walker County Commissioners are expected to vote Thursday on purchasing a new ladder truck for the fire department—at a cost of nearly $1.5 million—after a previous truck was totaled during a test drive.  According to reporting from WTVC-TV, the damaged vehicle was only covered... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

A Walker County firetruck crash that caused a $640,000 loss has led to two firings. Fleet Director Ricky Carr and mechanic John Pendergrass were both terminated after a test drive ended in the truck overturning and catching fire. Pendergrass, who didn’t have the proper... Read More.

Walker County Health Inspections: Local Establishments Score High Marks

The most recent round of health inspections conducted by local officials brought a wave of positive results for food establishments and recreational facilities across the county, with several locations earning perfect scores. Among the highlights, the City of LaFayette stood out with its public amenities—the... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Walker County is launching a new way for residents to get involved in local decision-making through a partnership with FlashVote—a public research firm that specializes in fast, easy community feedback.  The goal is to build a panel of residents who will take short, anonymous... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

New details are out about last week’s firetruck crash in Walker County. A Georgia State Patrol report, obtained by WTVC-TV, says the driver, John Pendergrass, was heading south on Old LaFayette Road when he tried to stop at a stop sign—but the brakes failed.... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

In Walker County, arrest warrants are out for Ronald and Melissa Jackson after authorities found three dead dogs and five others neglected inside a McFarland Avenue business.  Deputies say the animals were left without food, water, or ventilation — one puppy died shortly after... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Only one felony arrests in Walker County on Saturday.  Whitney Celeste Barrett, 36-year-old female was booked on charges of criminal damage to property and simple assault.  The full arrest report is online at DiscoverWalker.com.  It's updated daily.A wave of new laws goes into effect... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

Walker County's unemployment rate ticked up in May, rising to 3.2 percent, according to the Georgia Department of Labor. That’s up from 2.8 percent in April.Similar increases were seen across the region. Catoosa County reported a 2.9 percent jobless rate, while Dade County came... Read More.

WQCH and Georgia 93.7 Local News Headlines

A Chickamauga man has been sentenced to life in prison for a deadly road rage shooting outside a Dollar General store.  Jeremy Dewayne McCrary, 44, will be eligible for parole after 35 years, plus he’ll serve an extra five for aggravated assault.  McCrary was... Read More.
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