As we head into the weekend before Thanksgiving, many people want to give thanks by giving back. There will be opportunities to do that in the coming days. The public is invited to join the Rome Noon Optimist Club as they ‘Flip for Youth’ at their 64th annual Pancake Breakfast set for this Saturday from…… read more »
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LOCAL COUNCIL PREPARING FOR NAME CHANGE FROM BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA TO SCOUTING AMERICA
The organization known for over a century as the Boy Scouts of America is making the transition to a new name – Scouting America. Eric Vaughn, Scouting America Northwest Georgia Council board member, says the name change is intended to reflect increased inclusiveness and will become official in February 2025 when the organization celebrates its…… read more »
EMPOWERING CAREERS: HOW POLK CAREER CONNECT HELPED DANIELA VILLELA-MARTINEZ FIND HER PATH
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: As a high school senior, Daniela Villela-Martinez found herself at a crossroads, uncertain about her career path and unsure how to navigate the challenges of being a first-generation college student. She had heard from friends about Polk Career Connect, a new workforce initiative created through collaboration between Polk School District,…… read more »
GNTC CELEBRATES 2024 GEORGIA APPRENTICESHIP WEEK
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), in partnership with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), is celebrating Apprenticeship Week in Georgia (Nov. 17-23) by recognizing the value Registered Apprenticeship Programs have in developing a skilled workforce for Northwest Georgia. This year’s Apprenticeship Week celebrates Georgia’s historic investment in apprenticeships through…… read more »
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: OCTOBER UNEMPLOYMENT RATES ROSE SLIGHTLY FOR ROME AND NORTHWEST GEORGIA
Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 3.5 percent in October, up three-tenths of a percent over-the-month. A year ago, the rate was 2.9 percent. “While most regions across Georgia experienced a slight uptick in unemployment, our state continues to lead…… read more »
HOLIDAY HOT COCOA WITH HOSPITALITY HOUSE SET FOR DECEMBER 10TH AT HOSPITALITY HOUSE THRIFT STORE
The public is invited to attend Holiday Hot Cocoa with Hospitality House, slated for Tuesday, December 10th from 10 am until 1 pm at the Hospitality House Thrift Store on Shorter Avenue. Angela Sanchez, the Latinx Outreach Coordinator for Hospitality House for Women, Inc., enthuses that attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy hot chocolate…… read more »
FLOYD EMA: WATCH OUT FOR HIGH WINDS
From Floyd County Emergency Management: Windy conditions are expected to continue through today, as several agencies have already been responding to reports of trees and power lines down. Some parts of Floyd County received 5 inches of rain between late Monday and Tuesday, while here in Rome the Floyd EMA office documented 4.5 inches. The…… read more »
CARE FOR INMATE PATIENT EARNS NURSE A DAISY AWARD
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: “Her willingness to ensure this patient’s needs were met speaks volumes to her loving personality and dedication to the nursing practice.” Those words were written on behalf of Stephanie Segrest, a registered nurse with Inpatient Wound Care at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, who made sure a paraplegic inmate…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD COUNTY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY’S CURRENT SILENT AUCTION OFFERS ITEMS FOR HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING
Announcement from the Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library: To celebrate Christmas, the Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library’s Silent Auction showcases feature items for holiday gift giving for all ages. In addition to coffee table books and gifts for young readers, one showcase contains beautiful gift editions of classics, another has numerous books about…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE LOOKS FORWARD TO MAKING CHRISTMAS MERRIER FOR THOSE IN NEED VIA SHERIFF SANTA PROGRAM
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office looks forward to making Christmas a little brighter for locals in need again this year through its Sheriff Santa program. Sheriff Dave Roberson says that his office is teaming up with Toys for Tots to ensure that all kids in Floyd County have toys and treats for the holidays. Sheriff…… read more »