Walker County Unveils Proposed FY2027 Budget Following More than $10 Million in Expense Reductions

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LaFayette, GA (June 26, 2026) – The Walker County Board of Commissioners received a $40-million budget proposal for fiscal year 2027 today during a special called meeting. CFO Christian Roach presented a high-level overview of the county’s financial position to the Board, along with what it will take to fund county operations next fiscal year. … Continue reading Walker County Unveils Proposed FY2027 Budget Following More than $10 Million in Expense Reductions

Walker County Animal Shelter Emerges from 30-day Quarantine

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three black and white dogs stand near the edge of a fence in their outdoor kennels

The Walker County Animal Shelter reopens today. The shelter completed a 30-day quarantine after a litter of surrendered puppies tested positive for canine distemper virus (CDV). All eight puppies in the litter succumbed to the virus. No other animals at the shelter had issues during the quarantine. CDV is an extremely contagious airborne virus. Due … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter Emerges from 30-day Quarantine

Walker County Enacts Spay / Neuter Ordinance

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A white and orange cat lays on its back while two animal care workers prepare to spay it.

Pet owners in Walker County must now ensure their dogs and cats are spayed or neutered following approval of a new ordinance. The Walker County Board of Commissioners recently made changes to the county’s Animal Code to provide for spay/neuter requirements. “We are extremely thankful the Board has supported us by taking a proactive approach … Continue reading Walker County Enacts Spay / Neuter Ordinance

Virus Found in Surrendered Puppies Prompts Closure of Walker County Animal Shelter

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The exterior of a green cinder block building with fencing around the outside with a few dogs looking off in the distance.

Chickamauga, GA (May 21, 2026) – The Walker County Animal Shelter will be closed for a minimum of 30-days following a positive test for canine distemper virus (CDV) from a litter of surrendered puppies. All eight puppies in the litter succumbed to the virus. CDV is an extremely contagious airborne virus. Due to the shelter's … Continue reading Virus Found in Surrendered Puppies Prompts Closure of Walker County Animal Shelter

Walker County Receives 2026 County Excellence Award for Innovation in Local Government

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LaFayette, GA (April 29, 2026) – Walker County received a 2026 Georgia County Excellence Award from ACCG, Georgia’s County Association, for innovation in county government. Walker County received the acknowledgement for its spay/neuter voucher initiative. “The Georgia County Excellence Awards is an annual program that recognizes innovative spirit and ingenuity of Georgia’s counties and their … Continue reading Walker County Receives 2026 County Excellence Award for Innovation in Local Government

Two Charged with Animal Cruelty in Dog Death Investigation

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Rossville, GA (April 22, 2026) - The observation of a Georgia Department of Family and Children’s Services case manager leads to the arrest of a Rossville couple on several animal related charges. 33-year old Andrew James Groncki and 23-year old Megan Gibson stand accused of cruelty to animals, improper disposal of a dead animal and … Continue reading Two Charged with Animal Cruelty in Dog Death Investigation

Walker County Animal Control Requests Assistance After Finding Note Left with Dog

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Animal Control Requesting Assistance from the PublicOur animal control team is asking for the community’s help in identifying the owner of this dog. This little dog was picked up by animal control after being found abandoned inside of a pet carrier near the intersection of Schmidt Road and W. Cloud Springs Road in Rossville on … Continue reading Walker County Animal Control Requests Assistance After Finding Note Left with Dog

Walker County Animal Control Has A New Number

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An infographic explaining that Walker Count Animal Control has a new phone number, which is 706-924-0053.

Walker County Animal Control has a new number. Animal Control responds to reports of stray animals, bite cases, aggressive animals, etc. and is different than the Animal Shelter, where animals are housed and cared for until reclaimed by their owners, adopted or rescued. Animal Control dispatch can now be contacted directly at 706-924-0053 Monday through Friday between the … Continue reading Walker County Animal Control Has A New Number

Walker County Animal Shelter Partners with BISSELL Pet Foundation to Bring Holiday Hope

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Two women stand next to some pumpkins with a dog on a leash

Chickamauga, GA (November 28, 2025) - The Walker County Animal Shelter (WCAS) will partner with the BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, to bring holiday hope to homeless pets. Walker County’s shelter is one of 300 locations across the country participating in the Empty the Shelters® – Holiday … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter Partners with BISSELL Pet Foundation to Bring Holiday Hope