Walker County turns 190 years old, the burn ban comes to an end, plus holiday schedule changes... all ahead in this edition of Walker 180. The deadline to submit a letter for the time capsule is January 31, 2024. The time capsule will be sealed shortly thereafter and not reopened until December 18, 2033! By … Continue reading Walker 180 for December 2023/January 2024
Walker County Launches Time Capsule Campaign on 190th Anniversary
LaFayette, GA (December 18, 2023) – 190 years ago today, Georgia Governor Wilson Lumpken signed a bill dividing Murray County into two counties, officially creating Walker County. During a ceremony to mark this anniversary, Walker County announced the “2033 Note to Self Time Capsule,” a campaign to encourage residents to write a letter to their … Continue reading Walker County Launches Time Capsule Campaign on 190th Anniversary
Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-14-23
The following occurred at this meeting: Resolution to rescind the burn ban Resolution to add Heritage Day to the County holiday calendar Proclamation for Heritage Day (Walker County's 190th anniversary) Planning and zoning items SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Walker 180 for November 2023
Voters approve a new TSPLOST, the county enacts a 45-day burn ban and the Animal Shelter reaches "no kill" status... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Walker County Plans “Facebook Live” Town Hall on TSPLOST
Shannon Whitfield, Chairman of the Walker County Board of Commissioners, will host a virtual town hall event next week to discuss the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (TSPLOST) referendum. The town hall will be streamed live on Monday, October 23 at 7:00 p.m. on the Walker County Government Facebook page. The program will … Continue reading Walker County Plans “Facebook Live” Town Hall on TSPLOST
Busy Weekend Ahead: Battle of Chickamauga, Ironman, Wildflower & Roses Auto Expo
Chickamauga, GA - Walker County will serve as the setting for several big events the weekend of September 23-24. Visitors will be able to experience what it was like to live during the 1860's, watch world class athletes compete in a feat of endurance, and enjoy some cool cars while raising funds for area organizations … Continue reading Busy Weekend Ahead: Battle of Chickamauga, Ironman, Wildflower & Roses Auto Expo
Walker 180 for September 2023
Let the paving begin, the county moves forward with licensing liquor stores and the Battle of Chickamauga turns 160... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Board Proposes Lower Millage Rate to Minimize the Impact of Higher Appraisals on Walker County Property Owners
LaFayette, GA (August 2, 2023) – The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold three public hearings in August to provide citizens with a better understanding of a proposed millage rate rollback. The reduced rate aims to lessen the impact of higher property appraisals. Another year of surging home sales increased property values an average … Continue reading Board Proposes Lower Millage Rate to Minimize the Impact of Higher Appraisals on Walker County Property Owners
Walker 180 for July 2023
Walker County gets two new murals, the county's credit rating improves, and an adoption special at the Animal Shelter... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Fireworks Safety and Where to See Professional Fireworks Displays in Walker County
Fireworks are often used to mark special events and holidays. The only safe way to view fireworks is to attend a professional show. It is important to know that fireworks are not safe in the hands of consumers. Fireworks cause thousands of injuries each year. More than 19,500 reported fires are started by fireworks annually … Continue reading Fireworks Safety and Where to See Professional Fireworks Displays in Walker County