(Media release from Floyd County Schools, GA): Pepperell High School senior, Katie Hennon, and Model High School senior, McAllister Robinson, have been matched with their top collegiate choice and awarded full scholarships through QuestBridge. Hennon matched with Stanford University and Robinson matched with Duke University. “We are so very proud of Katie and McAllister,” said…… read more »
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GOVERNOR KEMP ANNOUNCES INCREASED FUNDING FOR CJCC’S VICTIM SERVICES GRANT
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp on Thursday announced he has directed the Office of Planning and Budget to increase funding for the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council’s (CJCC) Victim’s Services grant using $13.2 million in remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for FY 2024. This follows significant…… read more »
ROME LITTLE THEATRE PRODUCTION OF ELF, THE MUSICAL RUNS FOR A FINAL WEEKEND AT THE DESOTO THEATRE
The Rome Little Theatre production of Elf, The Musical will continue this weekend for a second and final weekend at the DeSoto Theatre, 530 Broad Street in downtown Rome. Show times are 7:30 pm on Friday night, 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm on Saturday, and 2:30 pm on Sunday. Based on the beloved holiday film,…… read more »
STARRY NIGHTS IN THE GARDEN EVENT SET FOR DECEMBER 16TH AT HOWARD FINSTER’S PARADISE GARDEN IN SUMMERVILLE
(From the Paradise Garden Foundation): Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden, 200 North Lewis Street in Summerville, celebrates this holiday season with traditional white lights throughout the 2.5-acre outdoor historic art environment. Area families are invited to stroll the garden on the evening of Saturday, December 16th from 5 pm until 7 pm during the Starry Nights…… read more »
ROME CITY COMMISSIONER CRAIG MCDANIEL LOOKS FORWARD TO 2024
Craig McDaniel looks forward to beginning another term as a member of the Rome City Commission in 2024. McDaniel, who won his bid for re-election back on November 7th, states that he believes that the good news that filled 2023 – such as the addition of new businesses to the community – will continue into…… read more »
SCOTT THOMPSON AND HIS BAND OF MERRY MUSICIANS LOOK FORWARD TO SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER AT CHRISTMAS BACK HOME CONCERTS SPONSORED BY ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND THIS WEEKEND
Scott Thompson and his band of merry musicians will spread holiday cheer at the 7th annual Christmas Back Home concerts set for this Friday and Saturday night at 7 pm each night at the Rome City Auditorium. The show will feature classic Christmas hits with a twist, in addition to some original songs. There will…… read more »
ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD RECOGNIZED FOR MATERNITY SERVICES
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center and two other Advocate Health hospitals have been designated “Maternity Care Access Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report. These hospitals provide quality care to expectant parents in areas that would otherwise be maternity care deserts. Atrium Health Union, in Monroe, North Carolina, and…… read more »
QUARTERLY APWA GEORGIA CHAPTER (NW BRANCH) MEETING HELD AT ROME-FLOYD ECO CENTER
(From Floyd County, GA – Government): Floyd County Public Works hosted the quarterly APWA (or American Public Works Association) Georgia Chapter (Northwest Georgia Branch) meeting at the Rome-Floyd ECO Center on Wednesday. Territories for this branch include Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Chattooga, Floyd, Pickens, Bartow, Polk, Paulding, and Haralson counties. At…… read more »
OPEN DOOR HOME SEEKS ASSISTANCE FROM THE PUBLIC TO ENSURE A MERRY CHRISTMAS FOR THE YOUTH THAT IT SERVES
‘Tis the season to give, and the Open Door Home seeks assistance from the public to give gifts and ensure a Merry Christmas for the youth that it serves. Tracie Ball, Executive Director, encourages concerned citizens to check out the local non-profit’s social media outlets for a link to purchase items from its Amazon wish…… read more »
ROME FOR THE HOLIDAYS – SHOPPING & TROLLEY RIDES ON TAP FOR THURSDAY EVENING
Rome’s Downtown Development Authority invites the public to enjoy Rome for the Holidays this Thursday, December 7th. Select retailers will stay open late until 8 pm to accommodate local shoppers who are unable to visit during normal business hours. Trolley rides with Santa will be offered from 4 pm to 8 pm and will load…… read more »