Fees Waived for Adoptions at the Walker County Animal Shelter this Friday & Saturday

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Chickamauga, GA (August 7, 2025) – The Walker County Animal Shelter (WCAS) will waive adoption fees this Friday, August 8th, and Saturday, August 9th, in an effort to place more animals into loving homes. The move is part of the ASPCA’s Rescue Effect campaign to raise awareness about the importance of adoption and fostering of … Continue reading Fees Waived for Adoptions at the Walker County Animal Shelter this Friday & Saturday

Survey Says! Community Panel Weighs in on Strengths and Priorities

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Walker County Government recently invited residents to join a new community panel to provide us with quick input via one-minute surveys that will be issued every few months on important local issues. The first survey, which asked questions about strengths and priorities, was launched last week and the results are already in. Survey questions focused on … Continue reading Survey Says! Community Panel Weighs in on Strengths and Priorities

53 Pets Adopted During July Empty the Shelters Event in Walker County

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The Walker County Animal Shelter is proud to announce that 53 pets were adopted during the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters® event, held last month. In partnership with over 300 shelters and rescues in 40 states, the nation’s largest funded adoption event helped 16,027 cats and dogs find loving homes. Walker County Animal Shelter … Continue reading 53 Pets Adopted During July Empty the Shelters Event in Walker County

Pilgrim’s to Build New Prepared Foods Facility in Walker County Creating 630 New Jobs

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LaFayette, GA (July 24, 2025) – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Pilgrim’s, one of the world’s leading food companies, will invest $400 million to expand its footprint in Georgia. The company will build a new, multi-phase prepared foods facility in Walker County, supporting more than 630 new jobs at full capacity. “Georgia's No. … Continue reading Pilgrim’s to Build New Prepared Foods Facility in Walker County Creating 630 New Jobs

Walker County Animal Shelter Sets Goal of 100 Adoptions During Empty the Shelter Event

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Chickamauga, GA (July 7, 2025) - The Walker County Animal Shelter (WCAS) will join nearly 300 shelters across the country to offer reduced adoption fees during the BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters® event. WCAS will waive adoption fees for cats and dogs over four months of age from July 7 through July 19. The … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter Sets Goal of 100 Adoptions During Empty the Shelter Event

Join Our New FlashVote Community Panel and Help Make Walker County Better

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Do you have about one minute a month to help make Walker County better? Walker County is working with FlashVote to engage the community and gather valuable input from residents to inform our decisions. FlashVote is a public survey research platform that recruits a panel of residents to answer short surveys to represent the entire … Continue reading Join Our New FlashVote Community Panel and Help Make Walker County Better

Two People Charged with Animal Cruelty After Live & Deceased Dogs Found in Deplorable Conditions

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Updated July 8, 2025 - The Jackson's were stopped by the Morven Police Department, about 18-miles from the Florida line, on July 1st and arrested on the outstanding warrants. They were transported back to Walker County on July 2nd, where they were booked on the charges relating to this case. Rossville, GA (June 30, 2025) … Continue reading Two People Charged with Animal Cruelty After Live & Deceased Dogs Found in Deplorable Conditions

Teems & Team Present Fiscal 2026 Walker County Budget Proposal

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LaFayette, GA (June 27, 2025) – Walker County Chairwoman Angie Teems and her staff presented the proposed fiscal 2026 county budget to the Board of Commissioners last night during a special called meeting. The $36.8 million spending plan reflects the Chairwoman’s commitment to responsible stewardship, aimed at strengthening the government’s ability to deliver high-quality services … Continue reading Teems & Team Present Fiscal 2026 Walker County Budget Proposal

Walker County Awarded 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant to Provide Wi-Fi Hotspot at Adventure Acres

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Rossville, GA (June 18, 2025) – AARP announced today Walker County has been selected to receive a 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant to expand digital connectivity at the county’s first signature park, Adventure Acres. “AARP Community Challenge projects may be quick to launch, but their impact is long-lasting,” said Nancy A. LeaMond, AARP Executive Vice … Continue reading Walker County Awarded 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant to Provide Wi-Fi Hotspot at Adventure Acres

National Weather Service Renews Walker County’s StormReady Community Designation

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LaFayette, GA (June 18, 2025) – The National Weather Service (NWS) has renewed Walker County’s designation as a StormReady Community. The four-year designation provides continued recognition of the county’s efforts to reach a high level of preparedness for severe weather. “Whether it be snow and ice, the potential for a tornado, or a severe thunderstorm, … Continue reading National Weather Service Renews Walker County’s StormReady Community Designation