The Mission ISPossible Foundation is enthusiastic about a new season of the Shining Stars cheer team for athletes with different abilities. Grant Magness, MIP Founder, says that Shining Stars is in its 19th season. He refers to the program as "priceless". The team will again perform during Cheerleading Night ...

Media release from the Georgia's Rome Office of Tourism: Open Sky Drone Light Shows is proud to announce a spectacular nighttime drone show in downtown Rome on Monday, August 17 at the Town Green, celebrating America's 250th anniversary and the vibrant spirit of the community. This free event is open to the public, inv...

The Floyd County Police Department is encouraging community members to mark their calendars for Saturday, November 28th. That is the date of the 2nd annual Rig Roundup. It will take place at AdventHealth Stadium from 10 am to 2 pm. Families will have an opportunity to get a close-up look at a line-up of trucks, emergen...

Media release from Floyd County, GA: Residents will have an opportunity to comment before a possible vote on Aug. 25 Residents concerned about the potential effects of data center development including continuous noise, heavy electricity demand, water consumption, and long-term environmental impact will have an opportu...

The Rome Little Theatre will open their 2026-2027 season at the Rome City Auditorium instead of on their own stage at the DeSoto Theatre because the DeSoto is currently under renovation. "Matilda The Musical", based on the Roald Dahl book "Matilda", will be presented from August 28th through 30th. I...

Media release from AdventHealth Georgia: AdventHealth Redmond is proud to recognize William Stephens as the Q2 2026 recipient of the Sunflower Award. Nominated by a fellow team member, Stephens was honored for the positive attitude, servant heart and unwavering commitment he brings to AdventHealth Redmond each day. As ...

Media release from the Georgia Lottery Corporation: A Georgia Lottery player won a $2 million top prize playing the $2 Million Dollar Multiplier scratcher at Kwik Stop, 2383 Canton Highway in Cumming. The winner claimed their prize on Aug. 11. In addition, a Lawrenceville resident won $12,843 playing the Pantheon Payou...

Announcement from Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library: In the current Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library Silent Auction, there are two cases filled with Harry Potter related items, Fantastic Beasts, and other J.K. Rowling creations. To celebrate the country's 250th anniversary, one case is devoted to America...

Kickback to the Community, an annual silent auction of fine jewelry to benefit local charities, returns to Ford, Gittings & Kane Jewelers, 312 Broad Street in downtown Rome, from Wednesday, August 12th through Saturday, August 22nd. Bid cards are available for $10 apiece at the store and at participating 501(c)(3) ...

Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: The Rome High School Wind Ensemble has earned the high honor of being invited to perform at the 12th Annual Music for All Southeastern Regional Concert Festival. The ensemble is one of only eight high school groups selected to perform at the festival, which will be held March 2...