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August 30, 2026

Some Walker County Residents Can Get 60% Reimbursement For Septic Repairs

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Some Walker County homeowners with failing septic systems may qualify to have 60% of the cost of repairs reimbursed through a new round of grant funding.

August 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Receives Historic Preservation Grant For Third Survey Phase

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Walker County is one of six Georgia communities selected to receive federal funding for historic preservation work across the state.

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Friday Night High School Football Returns To WZQZ With Two Big Matchups

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Friday night lights are back, and WZQZ will be bringing local high school football fans coverage of two big matchups Friday, August 21, as the Chattooga Indians and Trion Bulldogs take the field.

The Chattooga Indians will host the LaFayette Ramblers at Chattooga High School, while the Trion Bulldogs will take on arch-rival Gordon Lee in one of Northwest Georgia’s longstanding rivalry games.

Kickoff for both games is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

WZQZ will provide coverage of both games live on the WZQZ Facebook Page, giving fans the opportunity to follow their favorite local team even if they can’t make it to the stadium.

Radio listeners can tune in to WZQZ 99.1 FM for live coverage of the Trion Bulldogs vs. Gordon Lee matchup.

The Trion-Gordon Lee rivalry has long been one of the most anticipated games on the local high school football calendar, while Chattooga will have the advantage of playing in front of the home crowd as the Indians welcome LaFayette to Summerville.

Whether you’re in the stands, watching on Facebook or listening on 99.1 FM, WZQZ will have local football covered Friday night.

Good luck to the Chattooga Indians and Trion Bulldogs!

August 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Al Millard Memorial Walker County Toy Run Set For November 1

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Motorcycles, Christmas spirit and community support will come together this fall for the 2026 Al Millard Memorial Stocking Full of Love Walker County Toy Run.

The annual event is scheduled for Sunday, November 1, 2026, with riders gathering at Ridgeland High School, 2478 Happy Valley Road in Rossville. Kickstands are scheduled to go up at 2 p.m.

The toy run benefits the Al Millard Memorial Stocking Full of Love of Walker County, helping provide Christmas gifts for children in the community.

Organizers are asking participants and supporters to bring a new, unwrapped toy or make a cash donation. All motorcycles and riding clubs are welcome to participate.

The event provides an opportunity for riders, clubs and community members to come together while helping make Christmas brighter for local children. Those who do not ride are also encouraged to support the effort through donations or by helping spread the word.

Organizers are hoping for a strong turnout in 2026 and are encouraging motorcycle clubs and riders from across Northwest Georgia and surrounding areas to take part.

A rain date of Sunday, November 15, 2026, has been scheduled in case weather prevents the event from being held November 1.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Climb As Oil Markets React To Middle East Uncertainty

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Georgia drivers are paying more at the pump this week as rising crude oil prices and continued uncertainty surrounding the war in the Middle East put upward pressure on gasoline prices.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Multi-Employer Job Fair Set for September 22 in Walker County

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Job seekers across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to connect with multiple employers during an upcoming hiring event in Walker County.

WorkSource Georgia and the Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority will host a multi-employer job fair from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052 North Highway 27 in Rock Spring.

Employers from Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, and Walker counties are expected to participate and will be recruiting for a variety of available positions.

Those planning to attend are encouraged to create an individual WorkSource Georgia account before the event at www.worksourcegaportal.com.

Job seekers should also bring multiple copies of their resumes so they can speak with several employers and apply for available opportunities during the fair.

The event provides residents from across the four-county region with a chance to meet directly with employers and learn more about current job openings throughout Northwest Georgia.

August 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Museum of LaFayette Seeks Cherokee Artifacts for New Exhibit

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The Museum of LaFayette is asking area residents to help preserve and share an important part of Northwest Georgia’s history as it develops a new exhibit focusing on the Cherokee people, their lives, removal, and lasting legacy.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County Commissioners Set Special Work Session On FY2027 Budget, Millage Rate

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called work session next week to continue discussions surrounding the county’s upcoming budget and millage rate.

The work session is scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, at 1 p.m. in the conference room of the Walker County Administration Building, Courthouse Annex I, located at 101 S. Duke Street in LaFayette.

According to the meeting agenda, commissioners will focus on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and millage rate.

The agenda calls for Chairwoman Teems to open the meeting, followed by attendance and discussion of the FY2027 budget and millage rate. The meeting will adjourn following that discussion.

The special called work session is open to the public.

Walker County says anyone requiring assistance to participate in the meeting due to a disability should contact the County Clerk prior to the meeting.

The meeting comes as county commissioners continue working through financial decisions that will determine spending priorities and the property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year.

August 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Mulch Available To Walker County Residents During Mulch Madness

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Walker County residents will have an opportunity to pick up free mulch next week as the county brings back its Mulch Madness event at the Walker County Landfill.

August 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

“Be Their Voice” Golf Tournament To Support Local Children’s Advocacy Center

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The Children’s Advocacy Center of the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit is preparing for its 6th Annual “Be Their Voice” Golf Tournament, an event aimed at supporting services for children who have been victims of abuse.