Voters approve a new TSPLOST, the county enacts a 45-day burn ban and the Animal Shelter reaches "no kill" status... 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
Rossville Area Fire Ruled Arson
Atlanta - Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced today that a northern Walker County fire was intentionally set and has been ruled arson. The fire occurred at approximately 10:56 p.m. on Friday, March 25th, and heavily damaged the residence at 410 Hollywood Drive. “Our office is assisting the Walker County Fire Department … Continue reading Rossville Area Fire Ruled Arson
Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-30-21
The following occurred at this meeting: -Appointments to the following: Planning Commission, Water & Sewerage Authority, Animal Control Board, Alcoholic Beverage Commission -Temporary moratorium on new large scale commercial poultry house operations -Local marketing organization agreement with the Chamber -Personal services contract with Robert Wardlaw -Purchase orders for police radios, trucks and a Gradall SUBSCRIBE … Continue reading Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 12-30-21
Walker County Fire Rescue Officials Urge the Public to Take Precautions Following Nine Recent Fires
Chickamauga, GA – Walker County Fire Rescue officials issue a reminder to the community to take cold weather precautions following nine fires over the past week. The latest fire occurred around 11:00 a.m. this morning at a house on West 8th Street in Chickamauga. Fire investigators say an accidental fire started in the attic of … Continue reading Walker County Fire Rescue Officials Urge the Public to Take Precautions Following Nine Recent Fires
Teddy Bears to Help Answer Emergency Calls Involving Children in Walker County
Rock Spring, GA – Fire trucks in Walker County are now transporting a furry friend to the scene of a traumatic event involving a child. Walker County Emergency Services (WCES) recently received a donation of 30 teddy bears from State Farm Agent Mike Herndon and his team in Rock Spring. The bears have been distributed … Continue reading Teddy Bears to Help Answer Emergency Calls Involving Children in Walker County
Walker County, American Red Cross Partner to Provide Free Smoke Alarms to Residents
LaFayette, GA – Walker County Emergency Services (WCES) and the American Red Cross of Northwest Georgia are sounding the alarm to save lives. The two organizations have partnered to provide free smoke alarms to Walker County residents in need of these life saving devices. WCES received a donation of 150 smoke alarms from the Red … Continue reading Walker County, American Red Cross Partner to Provide Free Smoke Alarms to Residents