UGA Extension Plans Community Meeting in Walker County on Avian Flu

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An infographic promoting an avian flu event on Feb. 5 at the Chickamauga Public Library.

Backyard flock owners and commercial poultry owners concerned with the recent avian influenza cases in Walker County can join Extension Agent Wade Hutcheson for a discussion on biosecurity measures for poultry.  Hutcheson will also address avian flu symptoms and answer questions.  The session will be held on February 5th at 5:30 p.m. at the Chickamauga … Continue reading UGA Extension Plans Community Meeting in Walker County on Avian Flu

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in 2nd Commercial Poultry Flock in Walker County

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a couple of chickens roaming around outside

Release from the Georgia Department of Agriculture: The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA), in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS), confirmed a positive case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a second commercial poultry flock in Walker County, Georgia. This marks the second detection of HPAI … Continue reading Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in 2nd Commercial Poultry Flock in Walker County

Oral Rabies Vaccination Bait Drops to Begin in Walker County April 7th

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A red USDA helicopter prepares to take off as wildlife officials watch

LaFayette, GA - The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Wildlife Services will begin distributing oral rabies vaccine (ORV) baits in Walker County next week. The bait drops are part of a nationwide effort to prevent the spread of racoon rabies in the eastern United States. ORV bait drops typically occur in the fall, but … Continue reading Oral Rabies Vaccination Bait Drops to Begin in Walker County April 7th

Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from December 19, 2024

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners held its final regular meeting of 2024. The agenda packet included ordinances addressing broadband service, chicken houses, solar energy systems, bridge replacement and other topics. The Board adopted new setback requirements for feedlots, poultry, hog and dairy operations. The changes come after a multiyear review of land use regulations … Continue reading Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio from December 19, 2024

Board to Consider Several Ordinance Revisions

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Board of Commissioners meeting

The Walker County Board of Commissioners will consider several revisions to the County Code of Ordinances before the end of the year. Many of the proposed changes have been in the works for several months. The amendments to be considered address a number of concerns, across three codes: Alcohol, Animals and Land Development. Chapter 4 … Continue reading Board to Consider Several Ordinance Revisions

First Draft of Walker County’s Digital Connectivity Plan Now Available

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Walker County, in partnership with Connect Humanity and Thrive Regional Partnership, created a Digital Connectivity Plan (DCP) working draft for the county. This document provides a snapshot of what internet access looks like in Walker County. Among the topics covered are which Internet Service Providers are in our community, how they provide access (fiber, cable, … Continue reading First Draft of Walker County’s Digital Connectivity Plan Now Available

WALKER This Week – Episode 19 (June 7, 2024)

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The farmer's market returns to Walker County for a new season, under a new name. On this episode of Walker This Week, we take a look at what's planned this season. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video and follow the Walker County Civic Center on Facebook for more updates on the Farmers … Continue reading WALKER This Week – Episode 19 (June 7, 2024)

Walker County Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for May 9, 2024

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The following occurred at this meeting: Public hearing on a variance request Resolution to enact a moratorium on new solar farm Agreement for medical services at the jail Purchase order for new vehicles for the Sheriff's Office SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

WALKER This Week – Episode 12 (April 12, 2024)

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A new outdoor classroom at Saddle Ridge Elementary / Middle School provides students with the opportunity to study the rich, diverse ecology on their campus. On this episode of Walker This Week, we learn more about the school's outdoor learning lab. Other topics covered this week: a STEM grant for Chattanooga Valley Middle and mowing … Continue reading WALKER This Week – Episode 12 (April 12, 2024)

Walker County Declared Natural Disaster Area Due to Drought Conditions

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Dry Farm

This information released from the Georgia Department of Agriculture Department: Atlanta, GA - For the first time in four years, Georgia has been impacted by extreme drought conditions, negatively impacting the state's agricultural industry. United States Department of Agriculture Secretary (USDA) Tom Vilsack issued a natural disaster declaration for Walker County and three other Georgia … Continue reading Walker County Declared Natural Disaster Area Due to Drought Conditions