Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 3.6 percent in February, up two-tenths over-the-previous-month. A year ago, the rate was 3.2 percent. “Jobs are growing, and so is Georgia’s future,” said GDOL Interim Successor Louis DeBroux. “With regional job growth…… read more »
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THREE RIVERS SINGERS’ 25TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT SET FOR MAY 22ND
Three Rivers Singers will host their 25th anniversary concert on Thursday, May 22nd at 7 pm at the Rome City Auditorium. Attendees will enjoy a performance of “A Vision Unfolding”, says Virginia McChesney, President of the Board of Directors. Acclaimed singer Indra Thomas will join Three Rivers Singers for the special performance, enthuses McChesney. There…… read more »
SPRING ART MARKET SLATED FOR THIS WEEKEND AT THE ROME CIVIC CENTER
The Georgia’s Rome Welcome Center and Gift Shop invites the public to the annual Georgia’s Rome Spring Art Market, slated for Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm at the Rome Civic Center. Admission and parking will be free of charge. This celebration of Georgia artists, crafts,…… read more »
MODEL HIGH SCHOOL’S SARA GRACE ABERNATHY NAMED 2025 GEORGIA SCHOLAR
Media release from the Floyd County, GA Schools: The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) has announced that Sara Grace Abernathy from Model High School has been recognized as a 2025 Georgia Scholar. This prestigious honor is being awarded to 145 graduating seniors across Georgia for their excellence in school and community life. This is Abernathy’s…… read more »
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF ROME-FLOYD COUNTY: HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN SOME CASH AND SUPPORT YOUTH VIA THE 2025 CIS TICKET FUNDRAISER
How would you like the opportunity to win some cash and support a good cause at the same time? If your answer is yes, Communities in Schools of Rome-Floyd County encourages you to participate in the 2025 CIS Ticket Fundraiser. Tickets are $20 each, and each offers the chance to win the grand prize of…… read more »
FLOYD EMA: ROAD CONSTRUCTION ONGOING IN TWICKENHAM, ROAD CLOSURE LIKELY NEXT WEEK
Announcement from Floyd County, GA Emergency Management: Road construction will be ongoing in Twickenham Estates this week, and continuing for at least another four weeks, in the area of #2 Trent Drive. The area of concern is blocked off and traffic will be able to navigate around with caution. A total road closure is likely…… read more »
LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR COOLING NOW OPEN
Media release from the Georgia Department of Human Services: Eligible residents may begin applying for cooling assistance through the Georgia Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This program assists low-income, elderly, and disabled Georgians with cooling costs through direct payments to home…… read more »
ROME AREA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS TO HOST ANNUAL FIREFLY FLING ON APRIL 25TH
The Rome Area Council for the Arts will host its annual Firefly Fling on the evening of Friday, April 25th from 7 pm until 10 pm at the Lewis Loft located in downtown Rome. This year’s Firefly Fling will be a celebration of cubism, a form of art made famous by Pablo Picasso. Lulie Ebaugh,…… read more »
SENATOR CHUCK HUFSTETLER: MARCH UNDER THE GOLD DOME
Media release from the Georgia Senate Press Office: By: Sen. Chuck Hufstetler (R–Rome) We’re almost down to the final week of the 2025 Legislative Session, and what’s happening at the Capitol right now affects your family, your paycheck, and your way of life. That’s why I’m working hard to ensure our values and needs are front…… read more »
GNTC HUMAN RESOURCES RECEIVES MODEL AGENCY AWARD
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) Human Resources has received a Model Agency Award for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY2025). The Georgia Department of Administrative Services Human Resources Administration (HRA) conducted an assessment in five module areas and an optional policy review module. Thirteen agencies received a Tier 1, or model…… read more »