Plans for a new multi-million dollar activity hub take shape, completing a missing trail link, and a new ag pavilion for student... 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
Mural Project Taking Shape in Walker County
Look closely and you can see the outline of a man climbing a rock on the side of Courthouse Annex II in LaFayette. Soon, that outline will be bright with color as artist Jonathan Bidwell transforms this concrete block wall into a magnificent mural. The project, over a year in the making, will feature three tourism-centric scenes. … Continue reading Mural Project Taking Shape in Walker County
Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 5-25-23
The following occurred at this meeting: -Life Saving Award presentation -Resolution to award a paving contract for roads -Zoning and variance requests -Coats American building discussion -Purchase order for an excavator for the landfill SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed
Multi-Million Dollar Recreational Project Coming to Northern Walker County
Rossville, GA (May 25, 2023) – Walker County will receive $2.2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to invest in a much needed recreational project in the fast growing northern end of the county. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced the grant award for Walker County, which is one of 142 qualified projects across … Continue reading Multi-Million Dollar Recreational Project Coming to Northern Walker County
Chickamauga Battlefield Multi-Use Connector Trail Gains Support from Walker County
A plan to connect the Chickamauga National Battlefield to downtown Chickamauga may soon get a big boost. The Walker County Board of Commissioners voted last week to invest $50,000 in an effort by the Trust for Public Land (TPL) to connect an existing trail on the east side of Highway 27 at Wilder Road to … Continue reading Chickamauga Battlefield Multi-Use Connector Trail Gains Support from Walker County
Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-22-22
The following occurred at this meeting: -Proclamation of Service for State Senator Jeff Mullis -Resolutions to support the Chickamauga Battlefield Multi-use Connector Trail, increase the supplement compensation for the Walker County State Court Judge and Solicitor-General, jail renovations, appointments to the Alcoholic Beverage Commission and Planning Commission, and setting the LOST percentage. -Purchase order for … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-22-22
Walker 180 for August 2022
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#WalkerRocks Selfie Trail Invites Visitors to Capture and Share Walker County Destinations with the World
LaFayette, GA – Thousands of people visit Walker County each year, spending time at popular outdoor attractions like Rock City Gardens, the Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail and McLemore. These and other scenic destinations are now linked on a new selfie trail developed by the Walker County Chamber of Commerce Tourism Committee. The #WalkerRocks Selfie Trail … Continue reading #WalkerRocks Selfie Trail Invites Visitors to Capture and Share Walker County Destinations with the World
Walker 180 for June 2022
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Calling All Artists! Walker County Seeks Proposals for a Tourism Mural Project
Walker County Government just recently replaced an old brick wall with a new concrete block wall at its Courthouse Annex II building. The wall now stands as an blank canvas, just waiting to be filled. The county enlisted the help of the Walker County Chamber of Commerce to find an artist to design and paint … Continue reading Calling All Artists! Walker County Seeks Proposals for a Tourism Mural Project