Business
Roundup of this week’s job postings
If you missed one of our job postings, here is a roundup. Click or tap on the relevant link for more information. Editors note: These job postings were found on the web between August. 30 […]
Monroe News
Police and Fire
Walton County Fire Rescue offers hands-on fire extinguisher training
Walton County Fire Rescue is offering hands-on fire extinguisher training designed to help businesses, schools, organizations and community groups feel more prepared to respond to a fire emergency. Walton County Fire Rescue reminds residents that a few […]
Government
W. Cliff Howard has been sworn in as Acting DA for the Alcovy Judicial Circuit
From left: Acting Alcovy Judicial Circuit District Attorney W. Cliff Howard is congratulated by newly appointed Alcovy Judicial Circuit Judge Randy McGinley, right, W. Cliff Howard. Contributed photo It was announced by the Walton County […]
Business
Walton County students invited to participate in FLEX Entrepreneurial Competition
The Walton County Chamber of Commerce had announce that it is now a State of Georgia FLEX Community. “Thank you to The Walton Foundation, Loganville Rotary Club and Monroe Kiwanis for sponsoring this program and […]
Schools
Local students graduate from Georgia State University Summer 2026
ATLANTA, GA (09/01/2026)– More than 2,000 students earned certificates and degrees from Georgia State University during the summer 2026 semester, including the following local students: Georgia State University is an enterprising urban public research institution in […]
Schools
Walton County Schools spark a love of reading with Beanstack
By Christy Breedlove Walton County Public School sixth-graders Bristol Hardy and Willow Austin get in on reading as encouraged by the Beanstack project now implement in five schools in the district. Contributed photo Noted author […]
Business
Social Circle City Schools is hiring
Social Circle City Schools has several open job postings. Click or tap on the relevant link for all job postings for SCCS. Editor’s Note: These job postings were found on the web on Sept. 1, […]
Community
Communities rally around domestic violence victim as she is laid to rest in Loganville
LOGANVILLE, GA (Sept. 1, 2026) — Gabrielle “Gabby” Monique Sterling, of Cohoes, NY, and formerly of Loganville, will be laid to rest in a graveside service at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, at Corinth Memorial […]
Police and Fire
MPD Reports: Females behaving badly at restaurant; mental health patient who harms himself during breakdown referred to EMS
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Aug. 7 – 13, 2026. Due to the length, this report has been split into six parts. This is the final part. […]
Government
GDOT announces Safety Improvement Project at SR 316 and Harrison Mill Road in Barrow County
Project will permanently close the median opening on SR 316 at Harrison Mill Road The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) will begin a safety improvement project this week at the intersection of SR 316 and […]
Government
Rep. Williamson recognized for legislative service by Association County Commissioners of Georgia
WALTON COUNTY, GA (Sept. 1, 2026) At a meeting in Walton County last month, Georgia State Rep. Bruce Williamson (R-Monroe) received a 2026 Legislative Service Award for his work during the 2026 legislative session on […]
Business
Neighboring Oconee County government has current job postings
The Oconee County government has current open job postings. Click or tap on the relevant link for more information. Editor’s Note: These job postings were found on the Oconee County government career website on Aug. […]
Police and Fire
MPD Reports: Man arrested on a warrant after discharge following a stabbing incident; arguing couple upset one wouldn’t let the other sleep
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Aug. 7 – 13, 2026. Due to the length, this report has been split into sixparts. This is the fifth part. Please […]
Community
Swingin’ Medallions headline First Friday Concert Series in Monroe on Sept. 4
Snarky’s Machine is the opener The Swingin’ Medallions return to Monroe’s First Friday concert series Sept. 4 to kick off the Labor Day weekend. Snarky’s Machine is the opener. The community is invited to stop […]
Police and Fire
MPD Reports: Juveniles arrested after being interrupted in an alleged burglary
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period Aug. 7 – 13, 2026. Due to the length, this report has been split into sixparts. This is the fourth part. Please […]
Police and Fire
WCSO warns residents of trending pine straw scam
WALTON COUNTY, GA (Aug. 29, 2026) The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a pine straw scam targeting homeowners through door-to-door sales. According to the alert shown below, some sellers offer a low price […]
Government
BOC feels the jailhouse rock
By Jim Thompson – The Walton Tribune County could vote to convert old jail to offices soon Faced with a need for more, and better organized, space for governmental operations, the Walton County Board of […]
Police and Fire
Breaking: MPD investigating early morning shooting
Identified subject is considered armed and dangerous MONROE, Ga. — (Aug. 28, 2026) — Monroe Police are investigating an early-morning shooting that left a 36-year-old Monroe man seriously injured. According to a press release from Monroe […]
Police and Fire
Breaking: Monroe-Jersey Road closed near Dean Hill Road due to overturned semi dump truck
WALTON COUNTY (Aug. 28, 2026) – Walton County Fire Rescue Deputy Chief Craig League reported that WCFR is on the scene of an overturned semi-truck on Monroe-Jersey Road near Dean Hill Road. “Monroe-Jersey Road is […]
Business
Choose Walton lists 20 high demand careers in Walton County
A new local initiative of Choose Walton, a branch of the Development Authority of Walton County, identified 20 career paths with strong opportunities right here in the community based on statewide and Northeast Georgia workforce […]