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July 22, 2026

Kemp Appoints Kathleen Van Pelt Davis As Lookout Mountain District Attorney

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Kathleen Van Pelt Davis - LaFayette, GA Attorney

Governor Brian Kemp has appointed Kathleen Van Pelt Davis to serve as district attorney for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit, which includes Chattooga, Catoosa, Dade and Walker counties.

July 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

ARC Report Shows Most Northwest Georgia Counties Hold Stable Economic Status

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A newly released report from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) shows that most counties across Northwest Georgia continue to maintain stable economic classifications, although a handful of counties remain among the region’s most economically challenged. The designations are used by ARC to help determine grant eligibility and investment priorities for economic and community development projects throughout Appalachia.

June 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Offering Night Classes For Diesel Technician Program

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is making it easier for working adults and others with busy schedules to prepare for a career in the diesel industry by offering night classes in its Diesel Equipment Technology program.

According to GNTC, diesel technicians are in high demand as freight transportation continues to grow, creating an ongoing need for skilled professionals to maintain and repair diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in a variety of settings, including independent maintenance and repair shops, corporate fleet maintenance, truck leasing and rental operations, and trucking logistics facilities.

Early registration for fall classes is underway, with the registration deadline set for August 4.

For more information about the Diesel Equipment Technology program or to apply, visit gntc.edu or call 866-983-4682.

June 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office Hiring Victim Witness Advocate

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The Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office is currently hiring for a Victim Witness Advocate position.

The office prosecutes state-level criminal offenses in Dade, Catoosa, Chattooga and Walker counties and says its mission is to seek justice for the citizens of Georgia with courage, integrity and professionalism.

The District Attorney’s Office works in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a focus on professional development, ethical prosecution and public service. The office’s team includes assistant district attorneys, investigators, victim advocates and support personnel.

Anyone interested in applying should send a resume and cover letter to:

Lookout Mountain Judicial District Attorney
Attn: Elena Floyd
P.O. Box 1025
LaFayette, GA 30728

Applications may also be emailed to efloyd@pacga.org.

June 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lauren Alaina, Mark Wills To Headline Fort Oglethorpe’s Labor Day At The Post

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Walker County native and Grand Ole Opry member Lauren Alaina along with Mark Wills have been named headliners for the City of Fort Oglethorpe’s 2026 Labor Day at the Post celebration.

May 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Two Northwest Georgia Students Awarded Roper Corporation Scholarship At GNTC

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College has announced that Tammy Chandler of Trion and Salvador Hernandez of Summerville are the spring 2026 recipients of the Roper Corporation Scholarship.

Chandler is enrolled in the Computer Support Specialist program at GNTC’s Walker County Campus, while Hernandez is studying Automation Technology at the Catoosa County Campus.

The Roper Corporation Scholarship was established in 2024 to provide financial assistance to GNTC students who are also employed by Roper Corporation. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, fees, supplies, tools, and other educational materials.

GNTC President Dr. Heidi Popham said the scholarship reflects Roper’s commitment to supporting workforce development in Northwest Georgia.

Roper Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of GE Appliances, operates a major manufacturing plant in LaFayette and employs more than 2,500 people. Company officials say the scholarship helps remove financial barriers for students pursuing high-demand technical careers while strengthening the region’s manufacturing workforce.

May 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Weak Cold Front Brings Cooler, Drier Weather To Northwest Georgia This Week

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Northwest Georgia residents can expect a few scattered showers and thunderstorms Monday before a stretch of cooler, drier weather settles into the region through midweek.

May 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Strong Storms Possible Midweek Across Northwest Georgia

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Northwest Georgia will see a stretch of warm, quiet weather to start the week, but conditions are expected to change by midweek as a storm system moves into the region.

May 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sen. Lanny Thomas Appointed To Key Georgia Senate Committees

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State Senator Lanny Thomas of Trion has been appointed to serve on several key Georgia Senate committees, giving Northwest Georgia a voice in major policy areas.

April 6, 2026

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USDA To Drop Oral Rabies Vaccine Baits Across Chattooga County Region

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Low-flying aircraft will be seen across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, as the U.S. Department of Agriculture begins distributing oral rabies vaccine baits to help prevent the spread of raccoon rabies. The baiting effort is scheduled to take place from April 7 through April 15 as part of a larger cooperative program involving USDA Wildlife Services, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Georgia Department of Public Health, and other agencies.