(Media release from Extra Special People): ESP (Extra Special People) presents the first annual Big Hoops fundraiser where doctors and lawyers of Rome will star in an epic battle on Friday, March 31st in a matchup ESP is calling “Jawbones versus Sawbones.” Coaches and referees for the game will be local celebrities with special appearances…… read more »
Yearly Archives: 2023
NEW EXHIBIT OPENING SOON AT THE GEORGIA ARCHIVES
(From the Georgia Archives): New Exhibit Opening Soon: Georgia’s Historic Disasters and Disaster Planning April 1 – June 28, 2023 The Georgia Archives exhibit, Georgia’s Historic Disasters and Disaster Planning, will open on April 1st and run through June 28, 2023. We’ve selected records from our collection that highlight some of the historic disasters the state has faced, including…… read more »
PROM AND GRADUATION SEASON CAN BE DEADLY FOR TEEN DRIVERS; AAA URGES GEORGIA SCHOOLS TO REGISTER FOR THE FREE AAA PROMISE PROGRAM
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): AAA is working with Georgia schools in an effort to prevent Prom and Graduation season from turning deadly on the road. The Auto Club Group is launching its annual AAA PROMise program which is an effort to prevent teen substance-impaired driving, as well as distracted driving.…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES EXTEND SPRING TRAINING WINNING STREAK TO FIVE IN A ROW WITH WIN OVER DETROIT TIGERS
The Atlanta Braves beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Wednesday afternoon in a Spring Training match at Lakeland, Florida. It was the fifth consecutive win for Atlanta. Highlights included the Grapefruit League debut of pitcher Mike Soroka. Orlando Arcia contributed four RBIs, including a three-run homer in the top of the sixth inning. The Braves…… read more »
HAWKS EDGED BY T’WOLVES IN MINNESOTA
The Atlanta Hawks were edged by the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-124 on Wednesday night in Minnesota. That allowed the T’wolves to sweep the two-game regular season series between the teams. The Hawks are now 36-37 for the 2022-2023 season. They will open a three-game homestand on Saturday with a match against the Indiana Pacers; tip off…… read more »
MEET THE COACHES FOR LEAGUE SPORTS AT GHC
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is growing its league sports offerings to include soccer, women’s volleyball, cross country and cheerleading as well as basketball and eSports. Learn about each of the league’s coaches below, and more about league sports and the upcoming spring Talent Showcase at leaguesports.highlands.edu Giselle Tucker – Cheer Hi,…… read more »
HAWKS SWEEP SEASON SERIES VERSUS PISTONS
The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Detroit Pistons 129-107 on Tuesday evening at State Farm Arena. That allowed the Hawks to sweep the four-game season series between the teams. Trae Young led the charge for Atlanta with 30 points and 12 assists. Marvin Bagley III led all players in scoring with 31 points for the Pistons.…… read more »
CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2023 GEORGIA’S ROME PHOTO CONTEST AND EXHIBITION
(Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism): The Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism announces a call for entries for the 2023 Georgia’s Rome Photo Contest & Exhibition. Photographers are encouraged to submit photos that showcase the beauty of Rome, Cave Spring and Floyd County. Participants can submit entries in three photo categories: Drone,…… read more »
GOVERNOR BRIAN KEMP SIGNS LEGISLATION FOR DISASTER PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
(Media release from the Georgia House of Representatives Press Office): State Representative Lynn Smith (R-Newnan), chair of the House Natural Resources & Environment Committee, along with Senate Rules Chairman Matt Brass (R-Newnan), today announced that Governor Brian Kemp signed House Bill 311 into law on Thursday, March 16. HB 311 will create an optional temporary…… read more »
GEORGIA’S ROME SPRING ART MARKET RETURNS APRIL 1ST AND 2ND
(Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism): Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism invites the public to the 2023 Georgia’s Rome Spring Art Market, held April 1 and 2, at the Rome Civic Center. The market will be open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. This annual event features over sixty…… read more »