Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: A new high-tech weapons detection system will go into effect at all Rome City Schools elementary schools this fall. The Opengate Weapons Detection System allows Rome City Schools to enhance the safety and security of our students, staff, and visitors by deterring and detecting the presence of weapons…… read more »
Dude…if you are a fan of “The Big Lebowski”, make plans to join the Rome International Film Festival and the Historic DeSoto Theatre Foundation for a screening of the cult Coen Brothers classic on Saturday, July 26th at 7 pm at the DeSoto Theatre in downtown Rome. Leanne Cook, Executive Director of RIFF and President…… read more »
Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp: The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in June totaled roughly $3.15 billion for an increase of $124.3 million, or 4.1 percent, compared to FY 2024 when net tax collections approached $3.03 billion for the month. Year-to-date, net tax revenue totaled almost $33.62 billion for an increase…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Public Safety: During the 78-hour Independence Day holiday travel period, Georgia State Patrol (GSP) Troopers investigated eight fatal traffic crashes, while local law enforcement agencies investigated an additional five, resulting in a total of 13 traffic-related deaths statewide. The holiday travel period began at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday,…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety: Drivers are being warned to slow down or risk receiving a ticket when “Operation Southern Slow Down” begins next week in five southeastern states. This is the ninth year for the regional week-long speed enforcement and awareness campaign that will run from July 14-20 in…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Seventeen-year-old Jasper Byrd’s career decisions mapped his path to the Diesel Equipment Technology program at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC). Byrd, a student at Coahulla Creek High School, takes classes through the Northwest Georgia College and Career Academy in Dalton and is also enrolled in GNTC’s Dual Enrollment…… read more »
The Ridge Ferry Park Farmer’s Market continues every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 am until 11 am through September 27th. It is presented by Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation and sponsored by Atrium Health Floyd. Lindsey Jones, RFPR Recreation Services Manager, says that vendor space remains available throughout the season. Additional information is online at www.rfpra.com.…… read more »
Early voting is underway in the Special Primary Election Runoff for Public Service Commissioner (PSC). It will be offered daily from 8 am until 5 pm through this Friday, July 11th at the Floyd County Elections Office, located at 18 East 12th Street in Rome. There will be no early voting on a Saturday or…… read more »
Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp: Governor Brian P. Kemp on Tuesday announced he will appoint Dr. Dean Burke to serve as Commissioner of the Department of Community Health, effective August 1, following current Commissioner Russel Carlson’s announcement that he has accepted a position in the private sector.“Marty, the girls, and I…… read more »
Media release from the American Red Cross Georgia Region: The American Red Cross urges all donors to give now to keep the blood supply strong this summer. Type O blood products are most needed on hospital shelves – especially in the face of summer challenges that can quickly cause blood and platelet reserves to drop. In…… read more »