Are you trying to find the perfect Christmas gifts for people you love? Do you need some ideas? Check out the Rome-Floyd Chamber’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide! Pam Powers-Smith, President and CEO, says that the guide will be helpful to shoppers, especially those that wait until the last minute to get their shopping done. This…… read more »
Local News
HOLIDAY SHOPPERS INVITED TO NIGHT TWO OF ROME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, SET FOR THIS THURSDAY
Rome’s Downtown Development Authority invites holiday shoppers to the second evening of Rome for the Holidays, slated for this Thursday, December 11th from 4 pm to 8 pm. Downtown businesses will offer extended shopping hours and special deals. There will also be caroling, cocoa, and Santa Claus. For additional details and updates, search for Downtown…… read more »
RED CROSS: GIVE BLOOD AND GIVE PATIENTS TIME THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Media release from the American Red Cross Georgia Region: Time is critical for patients this December. The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood now to keep the blood supply steady over the busy holiday season. Types O positive, O negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now and…… read more »
GNTC AWARDS INAUGURAL JERRY JONES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Two Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) students have received the first Jerry Jones Memorial Scholarship, which provides financial support for students in the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Advanced EMT certificate programs. This scholarship honors the memory of firefighter and EMT Jerry Jones. Over a 40-year period, he…… read more »
AAA: GAS COSTS FELL ACROSS GEORGIA OVER THE PAST WEEK
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Georgia’s average price for a gallon of regular gas fell this week, offering some relief to drivers across the state. As of Monday, the statewide average sits at $2.79 per gallon, though daily price changes remain possible. “Georgia drivers are getting some relief at the pump as…… read more »
Local Sports
HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS ON WLAQ
High school basketball will be back on the airwaves of WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM tonight as Model plays host to Heard County. Tip off is set for 6 pm for the girls and 7:30 pm for the boys. Fans may listen via radio or online at www.wlaq1410.com. Video coverage will be provided on…… read more »
ATLANTA FALCONS LOSE AT HOME TO SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
The Atlanta Falcons lost at home to the Seattle Seahawks by a final score of 37-9 on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It extended the Falcons’ current losing streak to two in a row. They will be back in action this Thursday night on the road versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Kick off is set for…… read more »
JOHN SMOLTZ BRINGS INSPIRING MESSAGE TO SHORTER UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT’S GALA
Media release from Shorter University: Shorter University celebrated a memorable evening of inspiration and generosity at its eighth annual President’s Gala on Thursday, December 4th. This cherished tradition supports student scholarships and highlights the University’s mission of Transforming Lives through Christ. This year’s Gala welcomed Baseball Hall of Famer and FOX MLB lead analyst John Smoltz as…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS OPEN HOMESTAND WITH LOSS TO LA CLIPPERS
The Atlanta Hawks opened a two-game homestand on Wednesday night with a loss to the LA Clippers by 115-92 at State Farm Arena. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored a team-high 21 points for the Hawks, who have lost their last two straight games and are now 13-10 for the 2025-2026 regular season. James Harden notched a game-high…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS EDGED IN DETROIT BY PISTONS
The Atlanta Hawks were edged by the Detroit Pistons by 99-98 on Monday night in Detroit, MI. Jalen Johnson led all players in scoring with 29 points and had 13 rebounds for the Hawks, who saw their latest winning streak end at two straight games and are now 13-9 on the 2025-26 regular season. Nickeil…… read more »