A local Labor Day tradition will return on Monday, September 1st as the 57th annual Knights of Columbus Labor Day BBQ will be held at the Rome Civic Center from 10 am until 2 pm (or sold out). Orders may be placed for carry-out online at www.romebbq.com through this Sunday, says Knight Kevin Wall. On…… read more »
Media release from Rome Little Theatre: Get ready to experience the hilarious and dramatic world of high school social politics as Rome Little Theatre proudly presents “Mean Girls Jr.,” opening this Friday, August 29, 2025. With performances running through September 7, join us for a fantastic celebration of friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery! “Mean Girls Jr.”…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Public Safety: Thousands of Georgians are expected to travel this weekend to celebrate the unofficial end of summer. The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding drivers that Georgia State Patrol (GSP) Troopers and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE) Officers will be out in full force with high-visibility…… read more »
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: To ensure safer roads during the busy Labor Day holiday weekend, AAA is activating its ‘Tow to Go’ program across select states. The service will operate from 6:00 PM on Friday, August 29, 2025, through 6:00 AM on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, providing free, confidential rides for…… read more »
The Cave Spring Historical Society seeks new members to join its mission to preserve the community’s rich history. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the organization’s founding. Christa Jackson, President of its Board of Directors, says that 106 individuals joined on its founding date of August 11, 1975. The number of members has dwindled…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism: Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism is thrilled to announce that the stunning new Sennett Memorial Amphitheater is now officially open and available for public rental, offering a picturesque venue perfect for concerts, festivals, weddings, community events, and more. Located in the heart of Rome, this state-of-the-art outdoor amphitheater…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: A Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) graduate is moving up at Chick-fil-A Supply after earning an associate degree in Supply Chain Management and Logistics. Rome native Grant Davis said he became interested in business operations and supply chains because he enjoyed problem solving and driving for results. He completed his program…… read more »
Media release from Berry College: Monday was a day of firsts for Berry College students as well as its newest president, Sandeep Mazumder. Mazumder, who joined Berry in July, took part in helping students move onto campus last week. Vice President of Enrollment Management Andrew Bressette noted this is the strongest class academically in the…… read more »
Announcement from Floyd County Emergency Management: Salem Drive will close on Wednesday so that crews may replace a cross drain. Floyd County Public Works is announcing that work will begin at 8 a.m. and should be complete by 4 p.m. The area of construction will be in the roadway in front of Lakeview Baptist Church…… read more »
Rome’s Downtown Development Authority anticipates a busy first week of September. Highlights will include the second-ever Rome Night Market on the evening of Thursday, September 4th from 5 pm until 8 pm at Rotary Plaza. Suzanne Roberts, DDA Director, enthuses that the event is returning because it was a great success a few weeks ago.…… read more »