The Gwinnett County Police Department is continuing the tradition of spreading holiday cheer and making a meaningful difference for local families in need. The department is accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys, valued at $10 […]
No fatalities in Walton County – one in Gwinnett and one in Newton as well as an unborn child Update At 6 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30, the Georgia Department of Public Safety was reporting […]
Knight-Hawk Farm honored by WC Soil service The Hawk family, who have owned the Knight-Hawk farm for more than 160 years, were recognized as Walton County’s Conservationists of the Year. Photo credit: Stephen Milligan | […]
Saturday, Nov. 29, the Monroe Walton Center for the arts is hosting several workshops to help you create your own personal Christmas decor. Click or tap on this link, or the image below, to find […]
This year’s theme is a “Hometown Christmas” As officials in Monroe say, “there’s something special about Christmas in the town you grew up in — where the lights feel brighter, the cocoa tastes sweeter, and […]
Anna Blount, Founder and CEO of Team Up Mentoring. Contributed photo Anna Blount has given back to the community of Walton County in a big way for most of her life. As the founder and […]
Locals register support, ire for judge’s ruling A judge’s decision to dismiss the recall petition dedicated to unseating Walton County Chairman David Thompson drew both praise and condemnation alike from Walton County residents. During a court […]
If you missed one of our job posting this week, here is a roundup. Click or tap on the relevant link for more information. Editor’s Note: These job postings were found on the web between […]
Happy Thanksgiving from Your Local News! We’re grateful for our readers and this wonderful community. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and plenty of good food. Thank you for letting us be a […]
Overnight crash comes on heals of a slew of traffic crashes Tuesday WALTON COUNTY, GA (Nov. 26, 2025) – Georgia State Patrol officials confirm that a head-on crash on State Route 138 in the early […]
The holiday season is now in full swing and thoughts, and budgets, turn to Christmas shopping. The real Christmas shopping rushes in this weekend with Black Friday on Nov. 28 followed by Small Business Saturday […]
A Monroe resident is $2 million richer today after a lottery win with a ticket purchased at the North Monroe Food Mart at 452 N. Broad Street in Monroe. The lucky winnter won the $2 million playing the […]
Dear Friends, Happy Thanksgiving! Vickie and I send our warmest wishes to everyone for a joyful holiday season. We’re truly grateful to be part of this wonderful community, and it’s a privilege to represent you at […]
Walton County Sheriff Keith Brooks with a furry friend from The Humane Society of Walton County wearing one of the sweaters donated by an anonymous donor. Photos courtesy of the Walton County Sheriff’s Office social […]
According to the Small Business Administration, now more than ever, small businesses need the support of their communities. Local residents are urged to join the SBA and organizations across the country as they celebrate small […]
Hospital glowed green in ‘Turn a light on safety’ event Nov. 18 Contributed photo Monroe, Ga. (Nov. 19, 2025) — Piedmont Walton joined organizations nationwide Tuesday in recognizing National Injury Prevention Day, an annual event dedicated […]
ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced that the Georgia State Transportation Board approved the Best Value Awards for the second round of the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program at […]
MONROE, GA (Nov. 22) – A fire at Minerva in Monroe, a medical emergency in the Checkers parking lot and a motorcycle crash on Double Springs Church road had units from Walton County Fire Rescue […]
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Nov. 7 – 13, 2025. Due to the length, this report has been split into five parts. This is the final part. Please note […]
Good Hope will have its Tree Lighting ceremony from 5 – 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5 and this year there is a special treat. For $12 you can have a BBQ dinner plate that […]
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