(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): A new online assessment can tell you what your stroke risk is and what you can do to improve your chance of not having one. On average, someone in the U.S. has a stroke every 40 second and stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death. But most strokes are…… read more »
The Salvation Army of Rome will introduce a “Christmas in July” fundraiser next month in hopes of generating $5,000 or more in donations. The fundraiser is intended to offset the usual decline in donations during the Summer, according to Major Hank Harwell, who asks for support from local businesses and individuals. No bell ringers are…… read more »
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp on Tuesday announced they are leading a delegation of state officials on an international mission to the Republic of Korea that will focus on reinforcing strategic economic development partnerships. “The Republic of Korea was the very first…… read more »
(Media release from Rome, GA City Schools): Rome City Schools is pleased to announce that Erin Hall has been named the assistant principal at West Central Elementary School. With extensive experience in education and a strong commitment to academic excellence, Hall brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership skills to her new role. Hall has…… read more »
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): On Tuesday, the Aspen Institute named Georgia Highlands College (GHC) as a finalist for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The $1 million award is the nation’s signature recognition of strong performance among community colleges. The institutions selected for this honor stand out among more than 1,000…… read more »
(Media release from Elevation House): Two local nonprofits, Elevation House and LivingProof Recovery, plan to join forces to maximize support and increase the likelihood of long-term recovery in Rome and Floyd County. The two organizations have recognized the extreme need for synergy of support to serve those living with a dual diagnosis (substance use disorder…… read more »
The Exchange Club Family Resource Center encourages runners and walkers to save the date for Saturday, August 17th. The 2024 Gary Tillman Memorial Clocktower 5K Road Race & 2-Mile Health Walk will take place that morning. Tina Bartleson, FRC Executive Director, says that race registration will open at the end of June with a discount…… read more »
(Media release from Rome, GA City Schools): Rome High School Senior Bo Bushnell has been selected to serve on the Georgia High School Association Student Advisory Council. Bushnell is quite active at Rome High School both as an athlete and as a student. Bushnell has a 4.52 GPA in the classroom. He is also a…… read more »
(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): A Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) police officer has been recognized for his quick actions that saved a 4-year-old boy from drowning. Sgt. Bruce Franks said he and his wife Kayla, a GNTC Police lieutenant, attended an Easter egg hunt and party for children at a friend’s house.…… read more »
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): Georgia Highlands College (GHC) alumnae Avery Pope is following her dreams and applying what she has learned in the Entrepreneurship Pathway at GHC to her business, Ginny Bird, which opened its new location in Downtown Dallas earlier this year. Described by Avery as “a youthful women’s clothing store with a confident and…… read more »