By Jim Thompson – the Walton Tribune For the first time since construction began, members of the Joint Development Authority of Jasper, Morgan, Newton and Walton Counties have gotten a bird’s-eye view of progress on […]
AMERICUS, GA (09/28/2026)– The following local residents made the Summer 2026 Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 613 students recognized for scholastic achievement. To be eligible for the Academic Achievement […]
Suspension goes into effect Sept. 29 ATLANTA – Monday, Gov. Brian P. Kemp declared a state of emergency due to global market volatility and suspended the state’s motor fuel excise tax for a period of 30 […]
Dear Friends, This month, the state of Georgia announced a new record in labor force participation as our state unemployment rate fell to 3.2%. This is .9% below the national average. In August, Georgia’s labor force […]
Last week, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office recognized its K-9 officers and handlers for their service, dedication and rigorous training, including the successful completion of national recertification requirements. Included in the ceremony, was the promotion […]
This month’s class will include 5 to 12 year olds Click or tap on the image above to register The popular Paint & Pizza Party with Donna is from 12 – 2 p.m. this Saturday, […]
Event will take place at Grizzle Beer CRC Fest 2 will be held Saturday, Oct. 3, at Grizzle Beer, with proceeds benefiting the Monroe-Walton Center for the Arts (MWCA). The annual music festival is held in memory […]
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Aug. 21 – 27, 2026. Due to the length, this report has been split into four parts. This is the second part. […]
The Walton County YMCA in Monroe announced several employment opportunities. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team in various roles. Below is a list of available positions along with their respective contact information: […]
No timeline set for re-opening date Walton County is issuing a notice to residents that the bridge crossing Beaverdam Creek on Dewey Hogan Road (the dirt portion) will be closed to all road traffic. While […]
Wednesday, Sept. 30, Monroe Walton Center for the Arts will host its weekly open-format acrylic painting class. The class is focused on developing each artist’s individual style with demonstrations and instructor guidance from Nancy Jeanette. […]
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Aug. 21 – 27, 2026. Due to the length, this report has been split into four parts. This is the first part. […]
Plans would return to the city a theater that was destroyed by fire in 1967 The Troy Theatre occupied the northwest corner of Washington and Broad streets in Monroe for nearly 27 years before it […]
Motorists traveling SR 316 in Barrow County should expect overnight traffic impacts Sept. 28–30 as crews set beams for the new overpass at Carl-Bethlehem Road. Traffic pacing on SR 316 Partial lane closure Motorists should: Weather: Work schedules and […]
Caterpillar in Athens has several open job postings. Click or tap on the relevant link for more information. Editor’s Note: These job postings were found on the Caterpillar career website on Sept. 26, 2026. Please […]
Charges are pending WALTON COUNTY, GA (Sept. 24, 2026) – Georgia State Patrol reports that Alicia Brown, 41, of Conyers succumbed to the injuries she sustained in the two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon that resulted in […]
By Jim Thompson – The Walton Tribune Unofficial presentation gives DDA first look at potential new eatery Framed by a sign reading ‘Welcome to Downtown Loganville’ and a pickup truck passing along Main Street on […]
The Walton County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual EmpowerHER Summit on Thursday, Oct. 8, offering women an evening of shopping, dinner, connection, inspiration and fun. Despite being hosted by the Chamber, the event is open […]
(Buford, Ga., Sept. 24, 2026) – The Gwinnett County Police Department reports that it assisted in a multi-agency investigation involving the U.S. Marshals Service and the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office in the 1900 block of […]
ADELPHI, MD (09/23/2026)– Erion Cole of Loganville was named to the Dean’s List for the summer 2026 term at University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least […]
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