(Media release from Floyd County Schools, GA): Six sophomores and juniors from Floyd County high schools have advanced to the semifinals in the Governor’s Honors Program (GHP). The Governor’s Office of Student Achievement indicated that approximately 4,200 students were nominated to the state level GHP competition and over 1,500 of them have been selected as…… read more »
Yearly Archives: 2023
THIS FRIDAY IS THE DEADLINE TO PLACE ORDERS IN SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER SMOKEHOUSE FUNDRAISER
(From the Floyd County Police Department): The Floyd County Police Department invites you to support the School Resource Officer Scholarship Fundraiser! Preorders are now being accepted by notifying your School Resource Officer or by emailing [email protected]. Deadline to submit your order is Friday, February 17, 2023. Order an individual meal which includes your choice of…… read more »
GOVERNOR BRIAN KEMP ANNOUNCES SECOND CONSECUTIVE RECORD-BREAKING YEAR FOR GEORGIA TRADE
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp on Tuesday joined the Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) in announcing that the State of Georgia achieved a record-breaking year for international trade for a second year in a row. In 2022, Georgia’s total trade exceeded $196 billion across 221 countries and…… read more »
GEORGIA SENATE PASSES CLARENCE THOMAS MONUMENT BILL
(Media release from the Georgia Senate Press Office): On Thursday, the Georgia State Senate passed Senate Bill 69. Sponsored by Sen. Ben Watson (R – Savannah), it would provide placement of a monument for the Honorable Clarence Thomas within the capitol building or the capitol grounds. Funding for the monument would be collected from gifts…… read more »
THE SALVATION ARMY OF ROME, GA WILL OFFER EMERGENCY DISASTER TRAINING IN MARCH
The Salvation Army of Rome, GA will offer Emergency Disaster Training in March. It is open to adult volunteers. The purpose is to allow individuals to become credentialed in order to possibly be deployed by the organization for disaster assistance. Training will begin on Friday, March 17th with an Introduction to Salvation Army Emergency Disaster…… read more »
DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS TO APPLY FOR SBA PHYSICAL DISASTER LOANS FOR SEPTEMBER ’22 FLOODING
(Media release from the U.S. Small Business Administration): The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding businesses of all sizes, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters in Georgia affected by flooding on Sept. 3-4, 2022, to apply for physical damage disaster loans by the March 10 deadline. “Waiting to file an SBA application could cause…… read more »
GEORGIA CELEBRATES TREES THIS MONTH
(Media release from the Georgia Forestry Commission): Communities across the state are planting trees and recognizing their benefits this month for Georgia’s Arbor Day. The day is observed annually on the third Friday in February, which this year falls on Friday, February 17. “Special events are being held all over Georgia this month to mark…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP, EXPLORE GEORGIA UNVEIL 2023 OFFICIAL STATE TRAVEL GUIDE
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp and Explore Georgia, the tourism division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today unveiled the 2023 Explore Georgia Official State Travel Guide. This free, annual publication is dedicated to inspiring travel to and within the state. The 2023 edition features four different…… read more »
CONSUMER ALERT FROM GEORGIA AG CHRIS CARR: DON’T FALL FOR A ROMANCE SCAM THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
(Media release from the Office of Georgia’s Attorney General Chris Carr): Attorney General Chris Carr is sharing important tips to help Georgians avoid romance scams this Valentine’s Day. “Unfortunately, con artists will prey on people’s most vulnerable emotions by taking advantage of those who turn to online platforms in an attempt to foster new connections,”…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS DROP OUTING IN CHARLOTTE, NC TO HORNETS
The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Charlotte Hornets 144-138 on Monday night at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. That allowed Charlotte to take the four game season series between the teams by 3-1. LaMelo Ball had a game-high 30 points and 15 assists for the Hornets, who snapped a seven-game losing skid. Trae…… read more »