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TRAFFIC ALERT: Osburn Road Closure Begins Monday for Utility Work

Monday, November 17

Beginning Monday, November 24, Osburn Road from Myers Street to Highway 27 will be closed to through traffic as utility crews begin scheduled work in the area. Motorists traveling through the area are advised to use Myers Street and Wilder Road as the designated detour... Read More.

Intersection of South Main and West Main to Close Sept. 15–19 for Road Work

Thursday, September 11

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced that the intersection of South Main Street (Business Highway 27) and West Main Street (Highway 193), near the former Family Dollar building, will be closed to traffic from Monday, Sept. 15 through Friday, Sept. 19. The closure... Read More.

Road Work Continues on 2025-26 TSPLOST Paving List

Saturday, August 30

Walker County road crews are making progress on the 2025-26 TSPLOST paving projects. After completing work on Manning Mill Road earlier this month, crews have shifted operations to the Center Post area. Current efforts are focused on improving Martindale Road and South Long Hollow... Read More.

Work Begins on Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail

Wednesday, August 13

Construction is now underway on the Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail, a new multi-use path that will link the city of Chickamauga to the historic Chickamauga Battlefield. Designed for both walkers and cyclists, the trail will span just over two miles. Following the route of the... Read More.

LaFayette Business Owner to Provide Work Experience for GNTC Adult Education Students

Saturday, July 19

LaFayette, GA — Sherry Gilreath, owner of Sherr Bear Bargain Binz, is giving back to her community by offering employment opportunities to adult education students at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC). Gilreath, 35, manages all aspects of her business—from marketing and hiring to ordering inventory... Read More.

Weekend Closure of I-24 West in Hamilton County for Construction Work

Thursday, June 19

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Drivers in the Chattanooga area should prepare for significant traffic disruptions this weekend as the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues its work to improve the I-75/I-24 interchange. As part of the second phase of a major interchange widening project, TDOT crews... Read More.

Walker County Historic Preservation Commission to Hold Public Work Session on June 7

Tuesday, May 27

LaFayette, GA — The Walker County Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public work session on Saturday, June 7, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The session will take place at the LaFayette-Walker County Public Library, located at 305 South Duke Street in LaFayette.The primary... Read More.

Agenda For The Walker County Board of Commissioners Budget Work Session-June 2 and 3rd

Sunday, May 25

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a budget work session on June 2 and June 3 beginning at 9:00 a.m. both days. The work sessions will take place at 101 S Duke Street in LaFayette and will be streamed live on the... Read More.

City of LaFayette Postpones Saturday’s Planned Sewer Work

Friday, May 9

The City of LaFayette has postponed Saturday’s planned sewer work on S. Chattanooga Street. It will be rescheduled. No traffic impacts are expected at this time.

Georgia DOT Kicks Off National Work Zone Awareness Week

Friday, April 18

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is launching its annual campaign for National Work Zone Awareness Week, which runs from April 21st to 25th. The initiative, which began in 1999, is designed to raise public awareness about the importance of safe driving in... Read More.

City Of LaFayette Boil Water Advisory Update and Work Progress Report

Wednesday, January 22

The Boil Water Advisory for City of LaFayette Utility customers served by the Lee School Road Water Treatment Plant remains in place. Progress is continuing on the DAF system installation at the Water Treatment Plant. City staff successfully leveled the site for the new... Read More.

Road Work Alert: Tuesday 1/21 and Wednesday 1/22 Kendrick’s Switch Rd Closed To Thru Traffic and Osburn Rd Closed From Hwy 27 to Lee Gordon Mill Rd For Weeks

Friday, January 17

Road Work Alert for next week (January 21):Kendrick's Switch Road will be closed Tuesday (1/21) and Wednesday (1/22) to thru traffic due to a culvert replacement project. The road will close around 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday and will reopen by the end of the... Read More.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Osburn Road Closure Begins Monday for Utility Work

Intersection of South Main and West Main to Close Sept. 15–19 for Road Work

Work Begins on Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail

LaFayette Business Owner to Provide Work Experience for GNTC Adult Education Students

Weekend Closure of I-24 West in Hamilton County for Construction Work

Walker County Historic Preservation Commission to Hold Public Work Session on June 7

Agenda For The Walker County Board of Commissioners Budget Work Session-June 2 and 3rd

City of LaFayette Postpones Saturday’s Planned Sewer Work

Georgia DOT Kicks Off National Work Zone Awareness Week

City Of LaFayette Boil Water Advisory Update and Work Progress Report

Road Work Alert: Tuesday 1/21 and Wednesday 1/22 Kendrick’s Switch Rd Closed To Thru Traffic and Osburn Rd Closed From Hwy 27 to Lee Gordon Mill Rd For Weeks

Local/Regional News

Final Days of ‘Empty the Shelters’ Offer Free and Reduced Pet Adoptions

Walker County Restaurant Report

Summerville Named New Rural Zone, Gains Access to State Tax Incentives

AAA: Year-End Holiday Travel Expected to Break Records in Georgia and Nationwide