The Walton Tribune was founded Jan. 9, 1900. It's a community newspaper and media organization serving Monroe, Loganville, Social Circle and all of Walton County, Georgia.
The Tribune was first in the Georgia Press Association General Excellence in 2020. The Walton Tribune was founded in 1900 and is the newspaper of record for Walton County, Georgia. From our offices in downtown Monroe, the newspaper’s staff works to keep readers up to date on the latest news and to help local businesses spread their message.
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Tony Price, whom many in Walton County know from his time working in the funeral industry locally, is battling COVID-19. His wife survived the illness recently. His friends have launched a GoFundMe page to help the family.
Each and every one of us have been affected by Covid-19 in one way or another and The Price … Tonya Davell needs your support for Support for The Price Family
BREAKING: A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for northeastern Walton County until 10 p.m. today, Sunday, June 6.
BREAKING: A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for northeastern Walton County until 10 p.m. today, Sunday, June 6.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Expect delays after a crash at Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and West Spring Street in Monroe. No critical injuries were reported.
TRAFFIC ALERT: North Broad Street is closed between Marable and Williams streets in Monroe after a crash involving a vehicle and a power pole. One minor injury is reported.
📸: Monroe Fire Department
TRAFFIC ALERT: North Broad Street is closed between Marable and Williams streets in Monroe after a crash involving a vehicle and a power pole. One minor injury is reported.
📸: Monroe Fire Department
BREAKING: NFL.com reports the Falcons will trade Julio Jones to Tennessee.
Laurie Wendell Ford, 88, of Monroe, died Sunday, May 23.
Laurie Wendell Ford, 88, of Monroe, died Sunday, May 23, 2021.
Ruby Mae Irvin Pharr, 81, of Monroe, died Saturday, May 29.
Ruby Mae Irvin Pharr, 81, of Monroe, died Saturday, May 29, 2021.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Highway 138 is closed at Vinies Drive due to a crash with injuries. Expect lane closures.
The Walton County School District has announced its 2020-21 STEM Award teacher and student honorees.
The Walton County School District has announced its 2020-21 STEM Award honorees, recognizing Jake Moore of Loganville as STEM Student of the Year and Jess Bush of Monroe Area as
The Walton County Chapter of Georgia Right to Life will have its next meeting June 17.
The Walton County Chapter of Georgia Right to Life will have its next meeting June 17.
Former City Councilman Lee “Skip” Baliles said as mayor, he thinks he could help heal the divide in Loganville over a controversial plan to revive downtown.
Former City Councilman Lee “Skip” Baliles announced Thursday he will run for mayor of Loganville in 2021.
Social Circle City Council named Eric Taylor of metro Atlanta as the finalist in their search for a new city manager during a called meeting Tuesday.
Social Circle City Council named Eric Taylor of metro Atlanta as the finalist in their search for a new city manager during a called meeting Tuesday.
A Monroe police officer’s appeal of his demotion was denied in a decision handed down Wednesday by attorney Roy E. Manoll III, the city’s personnel hearing officer. However, Manoll ruled that one of the three alleged policy violations charged agains…
A Monroe police officer’s appeal of his demotion was denied in a decision handed down Wednesday by attorney Roy E. Manoll III, the city’s personnel hearing officer. However, Manoll ruled
A Walton County camp will face the Planning Commission this week in hopes of keeping its business afloat.
A Walton County camp will face the Planning Commission this week in hopes of keeping its business afloat.
County commissioners approved a proposed development after another round of talks between owners and neighbors.
County commissioners approved a proposed development after another round of talks between owners and neighbors.
The Walton County Board of Commissioners approved the budget – with a pay raise for workers – during their meeting Tuesday night.
The Walton County Board of Commissioners approved the budget – with a pay raise for workers – during their meeting Tuesday night.
BREAKING: County employees will get a three-step pay raise, or 3.75%, starting in July.
BREAKING: The Walton County Government Board of Commissioners has approved a $60.6 million budget for 2022, with an expectation of taking the rollback millage rate.
David M. Curry, who recently stepped down as the state revenue commissioner, announced Tuesday he is running for Congress.
David M. Curry, who recently stepped down as the state revenue commissioner, announced Tuesday he is running for Congress.
Rep. Jody Hice should do better than hanging around with the likes of Marjorie Taylor Greene and Matt Gaetz, David Clemons writes.
Rep. Jody Hice should do better than hanging around with the likes of Marjorie Taylor Greene and Matt Gaetz.
Club celebrates 75 years of service in Social Circle
Club celebrates 75 years of service in Social Circle
I count myself lucky to have had a built-in best friend since birth; my identical twin sister Danielle.
I count myself lucky to have had a built-in best friend since birth; my identical twin sister Danielle.
Mayor, 3 council seats on city’s ballot in November
Mayor, 3 council seats on city’s ballot in November
TRAFFIC ALERT: Multiple crashes have been reported on I-20 about 2 miles east of the Greensboro/Eatonton exit in Greene County.
Today we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our nation’s freedom. These flags are on Mount Carmel Church Road in eastern Walton County. We hope you have a peaceful and reflective Memorial Day.
Today we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our nation’s freedom. These flags are on Mount Carmel Church Road in eastern Walton County. We hope you have a peaceful and reflective Memorial Day.
TRAFFIC ALERT: A tree has fallen on Atha Street near Cy Nunnally Memorial Airport and South Madison Avenue in Monroe.
Loganville » American Legion Post 233 holds annual Ride for America to honor fallen warriors
Loganville » American Legion Post 233 holds annual Ride for America to honor fallen warriors
Planning board recommends change to zoning of development’s 2nd phase
Planning board recommends change to zoning of development’s 2nd phase
City considers replacement for O’Kelly Memorial, but some don’t want to see it
City considers replacement for O’Kelly Memorial, but some don’t want to see it
BREAKING: The George Walton Academy trustees made a leadership change, announcing Friday they are moving on from Dan Dolan after his four years as the head of school.
The George Walton Academy trustees made a leadership change, announcing it is moving on from Dan Dolan after his four years as the head of school.
Dan Dolan, head of school at George Walton Academy, is leaving the private school after school officials said they had chosen to go in a new leadership direction. In an email to "Bulldog Families," the school's Board of Trustees said it was "thankful for his leadership and excited about the direction we are pursuing."
4:37 p.m. UPDATE: The traffic light at Highway 78 and Hog Mountain Road is also out due to a power outage.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: The traffic light at U.S. 78 and Mars Hill Road in Oconee is out due to a power outage. Treat it as a four-way stop.
Novolex has entered a definitive agreement to buy Flexo Converters USA Inc., which has a facility in the Piedmont Regional Industrial Park.
Novolex has entered a definitive agreement to buy Flexo Converters USA Inc., which has a facility in the Piedmont Regional Industrial Park.
4:06 p.m. UPDATE: The crash has been cleared and all lanes are reopened.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: All lanes of the Oconee Connector are shut down due to a crash.
Tickets are on sale now for the Duck Derby, a fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Walton County.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia’s Duck Derby will soon release 6,000 rubber ducks onto the Alcovy River for a $10,000 grand prize finish line.
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Editor and Publisher David Clemons previews The Tribune's weekend edition and the week ahead.
Former Ambassador Nikki Haley visits Monroe in a campaign appearance with Sen. Kelly Loeffler, R-Ga.
Here's an update on a busy afternoon in local and national news.
Here's a news update after severe weather hits Walton County on Monday, June 15, 2020.
Here's an update on the vote tabulations, live from the Walton County Government Building.
A second Black Lives Matter march has begun in downtown Monroe.
Here's the latest local news for Tuesday afternoon, May 26
Here's an update on local news for Tuesday afternoon, May 19, 2020
Teri Smiley of the Walton County Chamber of Commerce | Georgia joined us for a conversation about the upcoming political forums and big news about a Facebook grant to help local businesses.
Editor and Publisher David Clemons gives an update on COVID-19 in Walton County and how The Walton Tribune is covering it.
Here's an update on Tuesday, April 21, 2020.
Here's a look at the latest local news Tuesday night, April 7, 2020
Here's a look at the latest local news from The Walton Tribune.
A news update Wednesday afternoon, April 1, 2020
Dozens of people gathered in their cars at Piedmont Walton Hospital Monday night to honk their horns, flash their lights and wave signs to show support for the health care professionals taking care of local residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Update Wednesday night, March 25, 2020
An update on local news Saturday afternoon, March 21, 2020
Editor and Publisher David Clemons gives an update on the latest local news and looks ahead to the weekend edition of The Tribune.
Going live with readers to talk about The Tribune's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak
It’s snowing. Just in case you didn’t know.
The Monroe Area High School choir sings at the City Council meeting.
And just like that, your neighbors’ fireworks show stopped.
New food item tasting at Coolray Field
Walton County celebrates its Bicentennial!
Here come the Purple Hurricanes! Monroe Area High School's football team gets a police es**rt from @City of Monroe Police Department and the @Walton County GA Sheriff's Office, with a special show of support from the City of Monroe Fire Department, as the 'Canes head south for their playoff game at Pierce County on Friday morning, Nov. 23, 2018.
Brian Kemp and Governor Nathan Deal arrive at Roy Roberts Sr.’s farm for a Walton County Republican Party rally eight days before the election.
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