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April 25, 2026

LaFayette Farmers Market Opening Day Happening Today

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The LaFayette Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season today with its annual Opening Day Market and Plant Sale at the Farmers Market Pavilion on East Villanow Street.

The event runs from 9 AM until 1 PM and features more than 70 local farmers, makers, and bakers offering fresh produce, plants, and handmade goods. Organizers say all items sold at the market are grown or made within 50 miles of LaFayette, supporting local farms and small businesses.

Visitors can also enjoy food, music, and family-friendly activities. A special “Kids Grow Here” area includes seed planting and a scavenger hunt to help children get excited about gardening and agriculture.

The opening day event marks the start of another season focused on local agriculture, small businesses, and community connection in Northwest Georgia.

April 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Main Stage Entertainment Announced For 2026 Honeybee Festival In LaFayette

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A big announcement has been made for one of Northwest Georgia’s most anticipated annual events. Organizers of the Honeybee Festival in LaFayette have officially revealed the main stage entertainment lineup for 2026.

Headlining this year’s festival will be Channing Wilson, Shane Profitt, and The Band Perry, bringing a full day of live music to downtown LaFayette.

The Honeybee Festival is set for May 30th, running from 9 a.m. until 11 p.m., and once again will offer free admission for the community.

Local sponsors, including Mitchell’s Plumbing and P.O.T.S., are helping make the event possible while also supporting efforts to keep the festival clean, organized, and family-friendly.

The festival is expected to feature a full day of activities, including live entertainment, food vendors, and attractions for all ages.

Organizers are encouraging residents and visitors alike to come out, enjoy the music, and take part in one of the region’s signature community celebrations.

April 4, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Unemployment Holds Steady Across Northwest Georgia In March

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Unemployment rates across Chattooga, Floyd, and Walker counties remained relatively stable in recent data, reflecting continued steady job conditions in Northwest Georgia heading into the spring.

March 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sharon Evans Appointed Walker County Tax Commissioner Following Retirement

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Sharon Evans has been appointed to serve as the new Walker County Tax Commissioner, following the retirement of longtime commissioner Carolyn Walker, who stepped down last week after more than 25 years of service to focus on her health.

March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Lookout Mountain CASA Seeking Executive Director To Lead Child Advocacy Efforts

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Lookout Mountain CASA, also known as Court Appointed Special Advocate, is searching for an experienced and mission-driven leader to serve as its next Executive Director.

The position offers the opportunity to lead a respected nonprofit organization that works to advocate for the best interests of children in foster care across Walker, Catoosa, Dade, and Chattooga counties.

Starting pay for the position is $43,000 annually. Limited benefits include sick leave, annual leave, and travel reimbursement.

Applicants should preferably have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in areas such as business finance, social work, volunteerism, or grant management.

Those interested are asked to submit a cover letter and resume to Lookout Mountain CASA, Inc., P.O. Box 285, LaFayette, Georgia 30728. Applications may also be sent by email to lookoutmtncasa@gmail.com.

The deadline to apply is May 8, 2026.

March 28, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

LaFayette Student Named GNTC Dual Enrollment Student Of The Year

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College has named Rihanna Davis of LaFayette as its 2026 Dual Enrollment Student of the Year.

March 23, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Walker County Board of Commissioners Called Meeting

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called work session Tuesday, March 24 at 4:30 p.m. in the conference room of the County Administration Building (Courthouse Annex I), 101 S Duke Street in LaFayette. The purpose of the work session is to review current revenue and expenses in the FY2026 budget. This work session is open to the public

March 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

McSears Missing Persons Case Reaches One-Year Mark in Walker County

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March 6, 2026 marks one year since Timothy McSears vanished from his residence on McSears Drive in LaFayette, Georgia, a case that continues to weigh heavily on his family, friends, and investigators. McSears was last seen on March 6, 2025, and was reported missing on March 8, 2025. What began as a routine missing person report quickly grew into a large-scale investigation that remains active today.

March 4, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Unseasonably Warm Temperatures Expected Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia; Rain and Storm Chances Return Friday

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are waking up to cloudy skies and areas of patchy fog this morning as warm, moist air moves into the region. Forecasters say a weakening wedge of high pressure has shifted toward the Atlantic, forming more of a Bermuda high pattern. This setup is allowing southeasterly winds to bring warmer and more humid air into the area, gradually pushing temperatures well above normal for early March.

March 2, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Indoor Community Yard Sale Set for March 7 at Center Post Community Center

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Bargain hunters in Northwest Georgia will have a chance to shop local this weekend as the Center Post Community Center hosts an indoor community yard sale on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

The sale runs from 8 a.m. until noon and will be held rain or shine since it’s indoors.

The Center Post Community Center is located at 8125 Highway 337 in LaFayette, Georgia, 30728.