(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), on Monday announced the initiation of an in-depth, system-wide assessment of the state corrections system to identify current strengths, opportunities, and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. This marks the latest measure…… read more »
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AMBER GRACE BREAKS GROUND ON BERRY COLLEGE CAMPUS
(Media release from Amber Grace): The founding of a new residential development for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), called Amber Grace, was celebrated on the evening of May 22nd. Located on the Berry College campus, this unique community will provide appropriately supported housing and enrichment programs for these adults, as well as promoting…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE DIPPED SLIGHTLY OVER THE PAST WEEK
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): The Georgia gas price average is holding steady at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgians are paying an average price of $3.28 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 1 cent less than a week ago, 12 cents less than a month ago, and 1 cent less than…… read more »
ROME CITY COMMISSION TO MEET MONDAY EVENING
Rome City Commissioners will meet on Monday evening at 6:30 pm at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. Caucus will begin at 3:45 pm for the Commission to tour the new Rome Police Department and Municipal Court, 375 Technology Parkway, Rome. Check out the agenda at www.romega.us. To watch the meeting live…… read more »
REMINDER FOR FLOYD COUNTY FROM THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: HIGHWAY 411 BRIDGE CLOSED
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Transportation): WHAT: Weather permitting, crews on Monday will close the US 411 bridge from Rome heading toward Cartersville. The bridge will be closed for about two weeks while it is repaired. WHEN: Beginning on June 17 for about two weeks, weather permittingDETOUR: Vehicles traveling from Rome toward Cartersville will take US 27…… read more »
GEORGIA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & HOMELAND SECURITY AGENCY RECEIVES $19.5 MILLION HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT
(Media release from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency): The Georgia Emergency Management & Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) is pleased to announce the award of a $19,493,349.00 Hazard Mitigation Grant Program project aimed at providing emergency backup power for critical facilities across the state. This funding will enable 43 local governments and 2…… read more »
MAY NET TAX REVENUES DOWN 1.1%, ADJUSTED YTD DOWN 4.3%
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in May totaled nearly $2.47 billion, for a decrease of $26.3 million or 1.1 percent compared to FY 2023, when net tax collections totaled $2.49 billion for the month. Year-to-date, net tax revenue totaled $29.9 billion, for a decrease…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD RECYCLING CENTER TO HOST ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT ON JULY 13TH
The Rome-Floyd Recycling Center, located at 412 Lavender Drive, will host an Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, July 13th. The event is for Rome and Floyd County residents only and will be held from 9 am until all slots are full. Appointments are required and may be made online via the SignUpGenius link at www.floydcountyga.gov…… read more »
USE CAUTION AS SIZZLING TEMPERATURES ARRIVE IN NORTHWEST GEORGIA
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): With the daily highs going from delightful to detestable in northwest Georgia, it’s time for people who play or work outdoors – especially seniors and young children – to take some steps to keep from being beaten by the heat. Children under 2 and adults 65 and over tend…… read more »
AAA: HOT TIPS FOR MOTORISTS DURING EXTREME HEAT
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Intense temperatures are expected to sweep across Georgia as we approach the weekend. AAA advises drivers to exercise caution while navigating in this extreme heat. “Nothing spoils a road trip quicker than an unexpected flat tire, an overheating cooling system, or a battery that suddenly gives up…… read more »