Do you like farm-fresh goodies? Take advantage of farmers markets offered throughout the Summer around Rome and Floyd County! Sarah Williams, Sales and Marketing Assistant for the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism, says that options include the Georgia’s Rome Farmers Market on Fridays from 9 am to 11:30 am through August at the Rome Civic…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Automation Engineering Technology program prepares students to design, implement and troubleshoot automated industrial processes on robotic equipment and other automated systems. The Automation Engineering Technology associate degree program, established in fall 2019, is housed at GNTC’s Whitfield Murray Campus in Dalton. “A handful…… read more »
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Despite the increasing availability of electric vehicle (EV) models—over 75 options introduced in the past four years—AAA’s latest survey highlights persistent consumer hesitation. According to the survey: “Interest in fully electric vehicles has fluctuated over time,” said Montrae Waiters, AAA-The Auto Club Group spokeswoman. “While the…… read more »
The official start of Summer is approaching, and the temperatures are rising. The Salvation Army of Rome, GA is in urgent need of bottled water to offer to the homeless of the community. Major Hank Harwell, Corps Officer, says that concerned citizens may help by donating bottled water to help those in need to stay…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources: The Canada goose can thrive in a variety of habitats. However, those habitats often include people-centric areas such as neighborhoods, office complexes, city parks and other developed areas. This can be frustrating for homeowners and property managers when geese begin to molt in the summer, according…… read more »
Announcement from Floyd County Emergency Management: An emergency road closure has been announced on Barron Road due to a water main break near the schools. As a result of this significant break, additional repairs will be need for cross drains in the area. This will likely result in a closure of the roadway through the…… read more »
The 50th annual Cave Spring Arts Festival will be hosted by the Cave Spring Historical Society this weekend. Hours are 9 am until 6 pm on Saturday and 10 am until 5 pm on Sunday at Rolator Park. Christa Jackson, President of the Cave Spring Historical Society’s Board of Directors, enthuses that the Arts Festival…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College is proud to announce the students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2025 spring semester. To be eligible for the President’s List, the student must maintain a GPA of 3.8 or higher during the semester with a course load of at least…… read more »
Media release from Shorter University: Shorter University was honored to serve as host for Impact Camp, a dynamic summer discipleship experience presented by the Georgia Baptist Mission Board. Held during the university’s summer break, the camp transformed Shorter’s campus into a hub of joyful activity, spiritual growth, and gospel-centered fellowship. Impact Camp is designed as…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources: When planning outdoor adventures, plan to be BearWise too, encourages the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “By taking a few proactive steps to be BearWise, we can ensure our outdoor plans and activities this summer are safe, enjoyable and memorable for all.…… read more »