(Media release from Berry College): Dr. Steve Briggs, President of Berry College, has announced his retirement effective at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year. Berry’s eighth president, Briggs has served since 2006. Briggs describes his work as “embracing the enterprising spirit of Martha Berry and demonstrating the continuing relevance of an education of the…… read more »
(Media release from Elevation House): This spring, local nonprofit Elevation House will host the 2nd Annual Taste of Rome presented by Owens Financial Group and LMJH Properties, on Tuesday, May 7, 5:30pm – 8:30pm at the Courtyard by Marriott Rome Riverwalk. Expect a lively evening overlooking the river filled with fine cuisine and culinary flair from more than 20 of…… read more »
(Media release from Rome Little Theatre): Rome Little Theatre’s Summer Academy returns this summer in a new, expanded format designed to challenge and inspire both novice and experienced young performers. Running for two full weeks, young actors will have the opportunity to learn the complete production process from “page to stage”. Junior Company (Rising 2nd –…… read more »
(Media release from Rome, GA City Schools): A video and essay detailing how students in Rome High’s Theatre Department love what they do and the inclusivity the department brings helped land the group on a select list of schools nationwide in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Broadway classic musical “A Chorus Line”. “We…… read more »
The community is invited by the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism to attend the 2024 Georgia’s Rome Spring Art Market, scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday at the Rome Civic Center. Hours are 10 am to 4 pm both days. Entry and parking are free. Kristi Kent, Director of Communications for the Georgia’s Rome Office…… read more »
April’s observance of Child Abuse Prevention Month was kicked off locally on Monday afternoon with the placement of Pinwheels for Prevention on the lawn of Harbin Clinic Pediatrics Rome. The theme for this year is “Building a Hopeful Future Together”. The Exchange Club Family Resource Center is joined annually by several other community partners for…… read more »
(Media release from AdventHealth Redmond): On Friday night, April 19, AdventHealth will host a Night of Hope concert at the AdventHealth Stadium, in partnership with the Rome Emperors. The concert’s headlining artist is Christian music artist, Brandon Heath. This free concert will open with local musicians and a collaborative worship band, featuring inspiring stories and…… read more »
(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): Sixteen students graduated on Wednesday, March 27, from Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Electrical Lineworker program during a ceremony at GNTC’s Polk County Campus in Rockmart. The students experienced a vigorous training program that included donated equipment such as trucks, poles and climbing equipment, as well as hands-on…… read more »
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Transportation): WHAT: Weather permitting, crews will shift traffic this week on State Route 140 between Old Highway 140 and Big Ditch Road. The eastbound lanes will be shifted on one day, and the westbound lanes will be shifted the following day. Along with the traffic shift crews will be…… read more »
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Georgia gas price average decreased at the pump compared to a week ago. Drivers are paying an average price of $3.32 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 3 cents less than a week ago, 12 cents more than a month ago, and 10 cents more than this…… read more »