Busy Weekend Ahead: Battle of Chickamauga, Ironman, Wildflower & Roses Auto Expo

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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

Calling All Artists! Walker County Seeks Proposals for a Tourism Mural Project

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A newly constructed concrete block wall

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

Movie Filmed in Walker County Opens in Select Theaters This Weekend

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Scene of "The Farmer & The Belle"

New York City, NY - The award-winning film "The Farmer and the Belle: Saving Santaland" opens in select theaters across the country this weekend. Filmed primarily on location in Walker County, Georgia, the tale was inspired by the lead actors,’ Jim E. Chandler and Jenn Gotzon’s, true love story. The feature follows Belle Winters (Gotzon), … Continue reading Movie Filmed in Walker County Opens in Select Theaters This Weekend

The Economic Impact of Tourism in Walker County

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Photo of citizens at Lula Lake

LaFayette, GA - 2020 was a tough year for tourism. The COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure or limited operations of many attractions and events across the country, including Rock City and the Honeybee Festival in our region. Prior to the pandemic, Walker County was experiencing considerable tourism growth. Unique outdoor adventures and destinations, one of … Continue reading The Economic Impact of Tourism in Walker County

The McLemore Clubhouse Opens on Lookout Mountain

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Photo of McLemore Clubhouse

McLemore, the mountaintop community featuring an 18-hole championship highlands golf course, opened the McLemore Clubhouse this month. It's the first newly constructed building in what will become a village center for the community and guests. In addition to fine, chef-driven dining and premium gathering space, the Clubhouse offers members and guests a premium golf pro … Continue reading The McLemore Clubhouse Opens on Lookout Mountain

The Farmer & the Belle: Saving Santaland, filmed in Walker County, makes its screen debut

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A movie filmed primarily on location in Walker County, Georgia in 2019 hits the home video market today. The Farmer & the Belle: Saving Santaland had a four year journey from development to script to screen.

Cherokee Regional Library Branches Reopen; Walker County to Increase Funding to Enhance Services

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Sign inside Rossville library about social distancing

  Rossville, GA - The four branches of the Cherokee Regional Library System (CHRL) reopened to the public this week with limited hours and new restrictions in the wake of COVID-19. The system closed seven weeks ago in a regional effort to slow the spread of the virus. CHRL is the first library system in … Continue reading Cherokee Regional Library Branches Reopen; Walker County to Increase Funding to Enhance Services

Ironman 70.3 Event Returns to Walker County This Weekend

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Ironman participants and citizens

Chickamauga, GA - Walker County welcomes over 3,800 athletes to the area for this Sunday’s IRONMAN 70.3 event. A majority of the 56-mile bicycle portion of the triathlon will once again trek through Walker County.  Cyclists will enter Walker County on Highway 193, where a new “Walker County Welcomes You” sign will greet them. Athletes … Continue reading Ironman 70.3 Event Returns to Walker County This Weekend