Stories tagged with: local

From January through July, the Walker County Codes Enforcement team opened 436 new cases and completed over 1,600 inspections and follow-ups. As a result, 54 properties were brought into compliance. Officials say efforts are ongoing to streamline the blighted property cleanup process, with several... Read More.

Walker County has a new fleet manager, just weeks after a fire truck crash raised major concerns about vehicle oversight.  Justin Luce has been appointed to the role following an incident where a county fire truck overturned and caught fire during a test drive.... Read More.

It’s back to school today for students in Walker County Schools and Chickamauga City Schools. That means school zones are active again, and drivers can expect increased traffic during morning and afternoon hours.  Be sure to slow down, watch for buses and students, and... Read More.

If you’ve been thinking about adopting a pet, this weekend might be the perfect time.  The Walker County Animal Shelter is offering free adoptions on all animals this Friday, August 8th, and Saturday, August 9th only.  The special two-day event is part of The Rescue Effect—a... Read More.

Starting today anyone making calls to or from a 423 area code will need to dial all 10 digits—including the area code—for the call to go through.  This change affects callers in East Tennessee.  It also applies to North Georgia residents who have a... Read More.

A flood watch is in effect for Walker County and surrounding areas until this evening.  The watch comes after heavy rainfall late last week and over the weekend.  The National Weather Service says the excessive run off may result in flooding in some areas. ... Read More.

Voters Walker County will be heading to the polls this fall for municipal and special elections. The elections will be held Tuesday, November 4th, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.  In LaFayette, the ballot will include races for Mayor, Municipal Judge,... Read More.

As students across Georgia prepare to head back to class, some families will have a little more flexibility this year—thanks to the state’s new Georgia Promise Scholarship program.  In Northwest Georgia, 120 students have been approved for the scholarship, including 4 in Walker County.  The program... Read More.

If you're looking for fresh, local produce head over to the 27 Farmer’s Market at the Walker County Civic Center today. The market will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering everything from okra and potatoes to beans, corn, tomatoes, honey, and... Read More.

The Walker County Board of Education has announced a series of upcoming meetings.  A called session for annual planning is set for Tuesday, July 29th at 6 p.m. That meeting will take place at the Advancing Education Center on Osburn Road in Chickamauga.  Another planning session will... Read More.

Dangerous heat is on the way today and tomorrow across the area. High temperatures will reach the mid- to upper 90's but with the humidity it could feel as hot as 100 degrees. Experts urge you to limit your time outdoors, stay hydrated and... Read More.

Walker County is set to become a major player in Georgia’s food manufacturing industry. Pilgrim’s, one of the world’s largest food companies, is investing $400 million to build a new prepared foods facility in LaFayette.  The multi-phase plant will be located at the Walker County Business... Read More.