Walker County Awarded Georgia Recreational Trail Program Grant to Remediate Walker Rocks Trail

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An old gravel trail is seen off in the distance behind some trees.

Walker County has been awarded a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant to help fund remediation of Walker Rocks Trail on the Walker County Civic Center campus. The county will renovate the existing public access pedestrian trail by replacing the temporary gravel surface with a permanent surface, like asphalt or bonded rubber. Renovating the trail will … Continue reading Walker County Awarded Georgia Recreational Trail Program Grant to Remediate Walker Rocks Trail

Walker This Week – Episode 24 (August 2, 2024)

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From community idea to creation. A grand opening for the new inclusive playground at the soon to be designated Walker Rocks Park took place this week, marking the completion of a five-year project and beginning of a bigger effort to transform this space into a vibrant community asset. On this episode of Walker This Week … Continue reading Walker This Week – Episode 24 (August 2, 2024)

WALKER This Week – Episode 19 (June 7, 2024)

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The farmer's market returns to Walker County for a new season, under a new name. On this episode of Walker This Week, we take a look at what's planned this season. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video and follow the Walker County Civic Center on Facebook for more updates on the Farmers … Continue reading WALKER This Week – Episode 19 (June 7, 2024)

Walker County, Georgia Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for April 11, 2024

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The following occurred at this meeting: Resolution to award a road paving contract Resolution to submit a formal Recreational Trails Program application Resolution to establish a policy for the adoption of the county's fiscal year budget Purchase orders for mowing equipment and a HVAC unit Proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Senior Citizens Day … Continue reading Walker County, Georgia Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio for April 11, 2024

WALKER This Week – Episode 6 (February 23, 2024)

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The Walker County Civic Center is more than just a meeting space. It’s actually a hub of community activity. Over the past several years, the number of events hosted here has steadily grown - from 244 in 2021 to 372 last year. On this edition of Walker This Week, we look at the many different … Continue reading WALKER This Week – Episode 6 (February 23, 2024)

Walker 180 for October 2023

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The truth about TSPLOST, get ready for a new play experience and affordable housing units hit the market... 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

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 7-13-23

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The following occurred at this meeting: -Appointment of a member to the LaFayette-Walker County Library board -Designating Sheriff's Office items for surplus -Accepting the terms of the Improving Neighborhood Outcomes in Disproportionately Impacted Communities grant -Purchase Order for playground equipment -Approval of grants for Adult Felony Drug Court and Mental Health Court -MOU with Family … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 7-13-23

Walker County to Make Several Operational Changes in June

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Walker County employees installing Plexiglass

LaFayette, GA - Walker County Government will make several operational changes in June in an effort to resume public access to services amid new COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions. The following offices will reopen to the public on June 1st: Commissioner's Office Tax Commissioner's Office in Rock Spring Tax Commissioner's Office in Fairview Mountain Cove Farms … Continue reading Walker County to Make Several Operational Changes in June

Walker County to Host Blood Drive to Support Local Hospitals

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Photo of blood drive

Rock Spring, GA - Walker County residents are being asked to roll up their sleeves and give blood next week. On Monday, April 13th, Walker County Government will host a community blood drive to help answer to call for blood donations. The drive will run from Noon until 6:00 p.m. at the Walker County Civic … Continue reading Walker County to Host Blood Drive to Support Local Hospitals

Walker County Hosts Storm Spotter Training on May 1st

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The Civic Center sits quietly as a storm approaches

LaFayette, GA – Walker County wants to grow the number of storm spotters in north Georgia.  The county’s Emergency Management Agency will join forces with its counterpart in Dade County and the National Weather Service (NWS) to host a free SKYWARN Storm Spotter training class on May 1st. The class is open to anyone in … Continue reading Walker County Hosts Storm Spotter Training on May 1st