Category Archives: Local News
Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition/100 Black Men of Rome-Northwest Georgia: Plan Now for the 24th annual Health Initiative for Men and Women, set for August 15th
The Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition and the 100 Black Men of Rome-Northwest Georgia encourage members of the community to plan now for the 24th annual Health Initiative for Men and Women. ...
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Armuchee High School Names New Assistant Principal
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Armuchee High School (AHS) is proud to announce the appointment of Matt Wiley as its new Assistant Principal. Wiley joins the Tribes leadership team with a...
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Berry College Students Named Gilman Scholars
Media release from Berry College, written by Public Relations Student Associate Ellie Davenport: Three Berry College students have received Gilman Scholarships to support their study abroad programs i...
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Rome Symphony to Honor Indigenous Composers in Season Finale at Darlington
Media release from the Rome Symphony Orchestra: The Rome Symphony Orchestra (RSO) invites the community to a serene evening under the stars for the "Native American Moon String Quartets" concert at 7 ...
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Summerville Main Street to Host Wild West Fun & Steam Engine Train Arrival at Depot on Saturday, June 6th
Media release from Summerville Main Street: Round up the whole family and head to the Summerville Depot (119 East Washington Street) on Saturday, June 6, for an unforgettable day packed with Wild West...
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Habitat for Humanity Coosa Valley Breaks Ground on 62nd Home for the Cornejo Family
FROM PRESS RELEASE: ROME, GA - Habitat for Humanity Coosa Valley proudly celebrated the groundbreaking of its 62nd home for the Cornejo family on Sunday, May 31, 2026. The future home site is located ...
Jun 01, 2026
AAA: Georgia Gas Prices Ease Amid Global Unknows
ATLANTA (June 1, 2026) Georgia gas prices are continuing to fall, giving drivers some relief at the pump. The drop follows lower crude oil prices tied to reported Iran peace talks, though uncertainty ...
Jun 01, 2026
Georgia Department of Labor: Rome and Northwest Georgia Saw Declines in Unemployment for April
Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the one-county Rome Metropolitan Statistical Area recorded month-over-month employment and j...
May 28, 2026
NWGA Public Health Director Offers Tips to Beat the Heat as Summer Nears
The official start of Summer is rapidly approaching, and soaring temperatures are the norm at this time of year in Northwest Georgia. Here are some tips from Dr. Gary Voccio, the Health Director for t...
May 28, 2026
Over Half of Georgians Plan Summer Travel as Costs Rise, AAA Survey Finds
Media release from AAA - The Auto Club Group: ATLANTA (May 28, 2026) - Summer travel demand remains steady among Georgia residents, even as higher gas prices and inflation continue to influence trip p...
May 28, 2026
