Category Archives: Local News
VOGEL UNIT 3 REACHES 100 PERCENT ENERGY OUTPUT FOR THE FIRST TIME; FINAL SERIES OF TESTING REMAINS BEFORE THE FIRST NEWLY CONSTRUCTED NUCLEAR UNIT IN THE U.S. IN OVER 30 YEARS ENTERS SERVICE
(Media release from Georgia Power):Georgia Power announced on Monday that Vogtle Unit 3 has safely reached 100 percent power, marking a major milestone towards commercial operation and service for cus...
May 30, 2023
ROME-FLOYD PARKS AND RECREATION: NORTHSIDE SWIM CENTER OPENS THIS WEEKEND, RIDGE FERRY FARMERS MARKET RETURNS JUNE 3RD
The weather predictions may call for cooler temperatures than normal here in Rome, GA for Memorial Day weekend, but the Northside Swim Center, 501 Kingston Avenue, plans to welcome swimmers for the fi...
May 26, 2023
FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS TEACHER AND STUDENT NAMED GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 2023 EXEMPLARY ENGLISH LEARNER AND ESOL TEACHER
(Media release from Floyd County Schools, GA):Each year, the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) recognizes outstanding English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teachers and English Learner (...
May 26, 2023
GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY: PUT SAFETY FIRST ON THE ROAD AND WATER THIS SUMMER
(Media release from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety):Whether traveling on the road or the water, make sure the trip or outing starts with the click of a seat belt or life jacket. T...
May 26, 2023
ROME LITTLE THEATRE TO PRESENT , A PENGUIN PROJECT PRODUCTION
(Media release from the Rome Little Theatre):Rome Little Theatre's Penguin Project production of "Annie, Jr" will run June 8-11, 2023 at the Rome City Auditorium. Annie, Jr is based on the ...
May 26, 2023
END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR, GRADUATION TIME IS HERE!
Today is the last day of classes for students in the Rome City Schools. Floyd County Schools’ last day of classes is set for this Friday.FCS graduation ceremonies are being held throughout the w...
May 24, 2023
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY – COOSA VALLEY BREAKS GROUND ON 60TH HOME
(Media release from Habitat for Humanity - Coosa Valley):Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley – Another deserving family will soon achieve the dream of becoming homeowners with the help of ...
May 24, 2023
SPLOST CITIZENS COMMITTEE TO MEET AGAIN ON THURSDAY
(Announcement from Floyd County, GA):The 2023 Floyd County SPLOST Citizens Committee will meet Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Fire Education Room located at 409 East 12...
May 24, 2023
CITY OF ROME MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM CONDUCTS SERVICE PROJECT AT SALVATION ARMY
(From the City of Rome, GA):The City of Rome Management Development Program class presented their team service project at the Salvation Army where they spent a day on numerous service projects.The cla...
May 24, 2023
GEORGIA STATE PARKS AND HISTORIC SITES READY TO WELCOME MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND VISITORS
Memorial Day weekend is rapidly approaching. Many people plan to spend the holiday weekend in the great outdoors. Those who intend to pay a visit to one of Georgia’s state parks should arrive ea...
May 23, 2023
