Ringgold, GA - CHI Memorial announced today its plans to build a new hospital in Catoosa County, Georgia. “We are thrilled to see this endeavor move forward for our North Georgia community,” shared Janelle Reilly, market CEO, CHI Memorial. “About one fourth of the people we care for live in North Georgia. The new hospital … Continue reading CHI Memorial to Build New Hospital in North Georgia
LaFayette, GA (June 16, 2021) – The National Weather Service (NWS) has designated Walker County as a StormReady County. The four-year designation provides continued recognition of the county’s efforts to reach a high level of severe weather preparedness. “Walker County is doing its part to minimize the vulnerability of our citizens to extreme weather events,” … Continue reading National Weather Service Designates Walker County as a StormReady County
The Walker County Board of Commissioner’s regular scheduled meeting on June 10, 2021 has been cancelled. The next regular scheduled meeting takes place at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 24 at the Walker County Courthouse Annex III, 201 S Main Street, LaFayette.
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The Walker County Sheriff's Office will square off against the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office in the 2021 Battle of the Badges blood donation drive. Walker County won last year's event and holds a 4-2 lead in the friendly competition.
The following occurred at the Board of Commissioner’s meeting on 5-27-21: Resolutions to appoint members to the NWGA Region 1 Emergency Medical Services Council & Lookout Mountain Community Services Board Resolution to appoint a Chief Building Official Resolution to declare county property as surplus Resolution to authorize the Chair to purchase fire hydrants Resolution to … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 5-27-21
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Bebe Heiskell today. Ms. Heiskell worked nearly four decades in public administration and served as Sole Commissioner of Walker County from 2001 to 2016. A number of improvements occurred during her tenure as Sole Commissioner. Ms. Heiskell implemented a storm water management initiative and adopted a … Continue reading Walker County Mourns the Passing of Bebe Heiskell, Former Sole Commissioner
The 2021 Ironman Chattanooga takes place this Sunday, and the bicycle portion of the race is expected to cause travel delays in Walker County along the route. Expect delays between 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., especially at the following intersections: -Highway 193 at Highway 341 -Highway 193 at Highway 136 -Highway 136 at Highway 341 … Continue reading Traffic Delays Anticipated Sunday During Ironman
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 following occurred at this Board of Commissioner's meeting on 5-13-21: Public Hearing on Joint Comprehensive Plan Resolution to appoint members to the Join Comprehensive Plan Stakeholders Committee Resolution to declare property as unserviceable surplus Intergovernmental agreement with Chattooga County for mutual aid Purchase order for 20 AED devices Review of April 2021 departmental stats … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 5-13-21
