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An Eastern box turtle was among the burrowing animals that visited the library’s summer reading program. (Catoosa News photo /Mike O’Neal)
Kids of all ages dig Catoosa County library’s summer reading program
By Mike O’Neal moneal@catoosanews.com Youths of all ages, from toddlers to teens, are welcome to learn about worms, ants, dinosaurs — or at least their fossilized remains — and other earthbound cr...
Jun 19, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 44 44 recommendations | email to a friend
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Four students (from left) Lauren Torbett, John James, Jacob Mariakis and Alex Kelehear, at the Sixth Grade Academy pose for a photo on the final day of the school year.
Final bell has rung for Walker County school system's Sixth Grade Academy
On May 31, the hallways emptied and buses rolled one final time from the Sixth Grade Academy in LaFayette. The building, which for eight years provided relief for an overcrowded LaFayette Middle Sc...
Jun 12, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 91 91 recommendations | email to a friend
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The exterior of the main entrance to Saddle Ridge Elementary and Middle School. (Messenger photo/Matt Ledger)
New Walker County school in final construction stages
Classrooms are quiet and halls dark at most Walker County schools, but not at Saddle Ridge Elementary and Middle School where construction continues at a fast and furious pace. Construction of the ...
Jun 11, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 65 65 recommendations | email to a friend
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Video of tasing incident at LaFayette High School sparks public debate
Walker County school officials have identified a student who recorded video of the May 24 fight between two girls at LaFayette High School. The fight was halted when school resource officer Billy...
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LaFayette OKs zoning change on property adjacent to middle school
During a Wednesday, May 29, meeting of the LaFayette planning commission, an approval was given for a zoning change on a 10-acre parcel on N. Main St. The property in question, located at 1202 N. M...
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LaFayette High students arrested for weapons
A LaFayette High School student was arrested for possessing two knives while at school on Wednesday, May 29. According to the LaFayette Police Department: Fitz Herman Dickson, 17, of Quail Run was ...
May 31, 2013 | 2 2 comments | 64 64 recommendations | email to a friend
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Hadley Tucker, 11, prepares to start Ringgold Middle School, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and creativity. Added to that is the drive to be successful, making her a rising star. (Catoosa News photo/Natasha Colbaugh)
Hadley Tucker is rising star
Independence is a skill that requires fostering but at the same time develops on its own. That is what Heather Tucker is trying to instill in her daughter Hadley, (her 11 year-old who is about to s...
May 29, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 64 64 recommendations | email to a friend
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Students at Chattanooga Valley Elementary (from left, Raigan Nicholson, Maggie Dickson and Andie Hudson) learn to be creative with digital cameras.
Walker County elementary school combines technology with art
An art show at an elementary school recently showcased students’ creativity and ability to utilize technology in an innovative way. Dozens of students (second through fifth grades) at Chattanooga V...
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Graduation ceremonies this weekend for Catoosa, Walker high schools
May 28, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 58 58 recommendations | email to a friend
· Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School graduation will be held Friday, May 31, at 6 p.m. at the UTC McKenzie Arena at 720 E. Fourth Street in Chattanooga. The graduating class consists of approxi...
Rossville parent coordinator recognized by state officials
by Matt Ledger
May 28, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 58 58 recommendations | email to a friend
A parent involvement coordinator at Rossville Middle Schools has recently received statewide recognition for her efforts. Nicole Lamb has served as a community liaison at the school for seven years...
Officer uses taser to end girl fight at LaFayette High
by Matt Ledger
May 24, 2013 | 22 22 comments | 65 65 recommendations | email to a friend
A lunchtime fight between two girls Thursday at LaFayette High School ended after the school resource officer tased one of the students. The fight stemmed from an online exchange on Twitter that ...
Ringgold Rotary Club honors 2013 STAR student
May 21, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 64 64 recommendations | email to a friend
In just a few days, Ringgold High School senior Brenna Schroder will graduate with highest honors, one of which is being named the STAR student. Each year, the student with the highest SAT score re...
LaFayette High School band reaches new heights
by Matt Ledger
May 21, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 64 64 recommendations | email to a friend
As the school year winds down, a group of talented students at LaFayette High School is reflecting on its successful journey. The Rambler band’s 74 members have pushed themselves to new heights wi...
Graduation ceremonies planned for Catoosa, Walker high schools
May 21, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 60 60 recommendations | email to a friend
· Gordon Lee High School graduation will be held Friday, May 24, at 8 p.m. on the football field. · Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School graduation will be held Friday, May 31, at 6 p.m. at the...
Walker County schools opening two hours later Monday
May 19, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 60 60 recommendations | email to a friend
Due to some flooded roads, schools in the Walker County school system will open two hours later than usual on Monday.
Georgia officials grade local schools
by Matt Ledger
May 14, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 62 62 recommendations | email to a friend
Georgia Department of Education officials released the first set of grades under the College and Career Ready Performance Index that was implemented in June 2012. The new standards replaced the fed...