Walker County Residents to Benefit from Reduced Taxes in 2025

A graphic showing a $72.62 reduction in property taxes for unincorporated residents.

The Walker County Board of Commissioners approved another historically low millage rate at their September meeting. The Board rolled back the rate used to calculate property taxes to the lowest point since 2012. The new millage rate for a home with a fair market value of $250,000 will result in a property tax reduction of … Continue reading Walker County Residents to Benefit from Reduced Taxes in 2025

November is Hunger Free Month in Walker County

Citizens giving out food

LaFayette, GA - The Walker County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation last night declaring November as Hunger Free Month in Walker County. The designation is designed to encourage citizens, churches and non-profit organizations to make the community stronger by combating hunger. Nearly 70% of children in Walker County live in a food insecure environment … Continue reading November is Hunger Free Month in Walker County

Walker County Schools Integrates “Incident Management System” with E-911 Center to Create A Safer Learning Environment

The 911 center

LaFayette, GA - Walker County Schools will conduct a lockdown drill during Fall Break to review the integration of new technology designed to enhance student safety and improve response times for law enforcement dispatched to schools. The drill will take place at Saddle Ridge Elementary / Middle School during a teacher’s in-service day on October … Continue reading Walker County Schools Integrates “Incident Management System” with E-911 Center to Create A Safer Learning Environment