(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 »
(Media release from the Rome, GA City Schools): Rome High and Rome Middle bands present a special concert featuring Jazz and Percussion on Tuesday, April 2 at Rome High’s Performing Arts Center. The concert features performances from the jazz bands from Rome Middle and Rome High as well as percussion ensembles. There will also be…… read more »
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): If you’re looking for a way to spend your spring break and make moves toward your future this April, you can start by checking out the Spring Break Tours at Georgia Highlands College (GHC). Future Chargers can register to attend 15-minute information sessions followed by walking tours April 1 to April…… read more »
(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): Georgia Northwestern Technical College announced late last week that it has earned the 2024-25 Military Friendly® School Gold designation. GNTC improved on its Silver designation earned in 2023-24 by ascending to the Gold status for 2024-25. The gold designation means GNTC is rated within 10% of the 10th-ranked organization…… read more »
(Media release from the United States Department of Agriculture): On March 25, 2024, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) designated 17 Georgia counties as primary natural disaster areas. The Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. “Our agency…… read more »
Seasons change, and the need for volunteers continues with changing seasons for Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries. The local non-profit organization welcomes individuals in search of volunteer opportunities over Spring Break and throughout the Summer. Lindsey Kilby, Executive Director, says that kids (with adult supervision) are invited to give back to their community over Spring Break…… read more »
The 2024 session of the Georgia General Assembly adjourned Sine Die late on Thursday night. For highlights from the session, contact information for state legislators, and more, visit www.legis.ga.gov.… read more »