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Whitfield to Hold Seven Community Forums in Walker County in February
LaFayette, GA – Walker County Commissioner Shannon Whitfield invites residents to share their ideas to start the New Year. Whitfield will host a series of community forums in February to discuss what’s working well today, along with goals and opportunities for the future. The forums will take place in seven different communities across the county, … Continue reading Whitfield to Hold Seven Community Forums in Walker County in February
Sunday Alcohol Sales Now Legal in Walker County
LaFayette, GA – Walker County Commissioner Shannon Whitfield signed off on an ordinance amendment last night giving local businesses the ability to sell alcoholic beverages on Sundays. In November, voters approved two ballot measures addressing alcohol sales. 61% approved giving restaurants the ability to sell beer, wine and distilled spirits by the drink on Sundays … Continue reading Sunday Alcohol Sales Now Legal in Walker County
List of Roads with Water Concerns (12/28/18)
Last updated 1:15 p.m. REO Road: 100-300 block has standing water in the road. Road is passable REO Road: about halfway between 201 and 136 has water over the road. It is still passable Smith Gap Road: about 1/4 mile from W. Armuchee has standing water approximately 18" deep and is impassible 7900 block of … Continue reading List of Roads with Water Concerns (12/28/18)
How Walker Works – Zoning
Every parcel of land in Walker County has a zoning designation, classifying how the property can be used.
Fatal House Fire this Afternoon in Walker County
Rossville, GA – A fatal house fire this afternoon on Dry Valley Road in Walker County claimed the lives of two people. Firefighters with Walker County Emergency Services (WCES) received a call at 2:14 p.m. concerning a fire at 1477 Dry Valley Road. Eight units responded to the scene and found flames coming from the … Continue reading Fatal House Fire this Afternoon in Walker County
How Walker Works – Mountain Cove Farms
This quaint retreat provides the perfect location for those looking for a weekend getaway or special events like weddings and festivals.
How Walker Works – Transit
Did you know, Walker County provides a public transportation service?
Walker County Animal Shelter Plans Christmas Adoption Event
Chickamauga, GA - Frodo, Bixby, Baxter and nearly 80 other dogs and cats at the Walker County Animal Shelter hope they'll be part of a Christmas to remember. Families thinking about adding a pet as a holiday gift are encouraged to drop by the shelter this Saturday for a special Christmas Adoption Event between 10:00 … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter Plans Christmas Adoption Event
Government Offices Opening at 10 a.m. Tuesday
LaFayette, GA - Walker County Government offices, including the Walker County Health Department and Walker County Landfill, will open to the public on a 2-hour delay Tuesday, December 11th, 2018. Walker County Transit will be closed all day on Tuesday.