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September 9, 2026

Historic District Hill Cemetery Project Nears Completion In Walker County

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A decade-long effort to preserve and honor an important piece of African American history in Walker County is nearing completion, with a formal dedication ceremony now scheduled for next month.

September 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Gas Prices Remain Elevated After Labor Day Weekend

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Georgia motorists are starting the shortened work week with gasoline prices still well above where they were a year ago.

September 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Labor Day Travelers Urged To Use Caution As Holiday Weekend Comes To An End

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The Labor Day holiday weekend comes to an end today, and motorists should be prepared for heavier traffic as thousands of travelers make their way home.

September 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Students Offered Free Immediate Access To Teletherapy

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Students at Georgia Northwestern Technical College now have access to free mental health and wellness services through the college’s partnership with Uwill, an online student mental health platform.

September 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Jury Duty Scam Continues To Target Northwest Georgia Residents

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Northwest Georgia residents are being warned about a convincing telephone scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers and claim the person receiving the call failed to report for jury duty and now faces arrest.

September 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heat And Severe Storms Possible Today, Cooler For Labor Day

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A Heat Advisory remains in effect today across much of North and Central Georgia as another hot and humid afternoon is expected. In Chattooga County, the high will reach around 95 degrees, with the heat index potentially climbing to around 102.

September 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Bulldogs Pick Up Road Win Over Ridgeland, 38-24

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The Trion Bulldogs got back in the win column Friday night, going on the road to Rossville and defeating the Ridgeland Panthers 38-24 in a non-region matchup.

September 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Walker County To Hold Patriot Day Service On 25th Anniversary Of 9/11

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Walker County will hold a Patriot Day service on Friday, September 11, to recognize and remember first responders on the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

The public service, led by Walker County Fire Rescue and the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, will begin at 8:40 AM on the steps of the Walker County Courthouse in LaFayette.

The September 11 attacks were the deadliest incident in U.S. history for firefighters, police officers and other first responders, with nearly 400 first responders killed that day. Hundreds more have since died from illnesses linked to their work at the attack sites.

Students from LaFayette High School’s JROTC and chorus programs, along with students from Ridgeland High School, will take part in the ceremony.

Also participating will be Congressman Clay Fuller, Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson, Walker County Fire Chief Blake Hodge and other local first responders.

The ceremony will be held at the Walker County Courthouse, 103 South Duke Street in LaFayette, and is scheduled to conclude at 9:10 AM.

Limited seating will be available for those unable to stand.

September 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Hiring For Welding Positions

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College is seeking applicants for two welding-related positions in Northwest Georgia.

GNTC is hiring a Welding and Joining Lab Assistant at its Walker County Campus. The position includes helping ensure welding lab equipment is secure and ready for instruction, maintaining supplies, assisting students as requested by instructors and helping maintain a clean and safe welding lab. The position typically requires evening hours and in-person work.

Applicants for the lab assistant position must be a former or current GNTC welding and joining student or have paid welding experience within the past seven years. Knowledge of welding and joining equipment and supplies is also required.

GNTC is also seeking a part-time Welding and Joining Dual Enrollment Adjunct Instructor at Dade County High School.

That position involves providing welding instruction to high school dual enrollment students, advising students in the Welding and Joining Technology program and participating in instructional activities. The position requires an on-campus presence and does not offer a telework option.

Minimum qualifications for the adjunct instructor position include a certificate, diploma or degree in Welding and Joining Technology or a related field, or qualifying industry experience or specialized training. Applicants must also have three years of paid work experience in the field within the past seven years.

September 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Friday Night Football: Chattooga Hosts Model While Trion Travels To Ridgeland

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Friday night will bring another full evening of high school football coverage on WZQZ, with the Chattooga Indians returning to action against Model and the Trion Bulldogs traveling to Walker County to face Ridgeland.

Both games kick off at 7:30 PM Friday, and both games will be available on the WZQZ Facebook Page. The Chattooga-Model game will also be the featured WZQZ Radio broadcast on 99.1 FM.