Walker County Government Awarded Multi-million Dollar Grant to Improve Rural Broadband Access

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LaFayette, GA - Walker County Government will receive more than $6.2 million to improve broadband access in unserved and underserved communities. Georgia’s Broadband Infrastructure Committee selected Walker County’s proposal to expand gigabit access throughout the southern half of the county as one of 49 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant projects. Walker County will collaborate … Continue reading Walker County Government Awarded Multi-million Dollar Grant to Improve Rural Broadband Access

Morning Fire Displaces Family of 6

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A fire this morning in Walker County displaced a family of six. Firefighters responded to 32 Henry Hawkins Drive in the Center Post community shortly before 8:00 a.m. Five adults and one child were inside the home when the fire started. Everyone got out safely and there were no injuries. Fire investigators ruled the cause … Continue reading Morning Fire Displaces Family of 6