Media release from Shorter University: Dr. Kirk Shook, Executive Director of the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission, will serve as the keynote speaker for Shorter University’s 2025 Commencement Ceremonies on Thursday, May 8. “Dr. Kirk Shook is a leader of character and integrity whose career reflects a deep commitment to excellence in education and service to…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Jennifer Dixon, assistant dean and instructor of Early Childhood Care and Education at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) and winner of the college’s 2025 Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year, advanced as a regional finalist for the state award. The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) named her…… read more »
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: When Ishani Desai first volunteered at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, she could not have known the village of supporters and encouragers she was joining. When schools and colleges moved to virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Rome native and Georgia Tech graduate discovered that Atrium Health Floyd…… read more »
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation: Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the Senior Advisory Council, is excited to announce the upcoming Senior Inforum, set for this Wednesday, April 30, at the Thornton Recreation Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year’s event invites attendees to embrace the spirit of the Wild…… read more »
Have you been doing some Spring cleaning? Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley’s ReStore, located at 504 East 1st Avenue in Rome, would love to have any gently-used items that you no longer need. Betsy Allgood, Executive Director, says that donations and purchases at the ReStore help to build and repair homes in the community.…… read more »
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Floyd County Schools (FCS) is excited to announce the winners of the FCS Department of Instructional Technology Recycling STEAM Challenge. The challenge was aimed at promoting STEAM and environmental conservation. It invited students to collect recyclable materials and repurpose them in a creative manner to create a new…… read more »
Media release from Governor Brian Kemp: Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Speaker Jon Burns, members of the General Assembly, educators, and students, signed multiple bills into law on Monday that ensure fairness in school sports, further safeguard students and teachers, and improve the quality of education in Georgia. “As the…… read more »
The Georgia gas price average slowly declined at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 1 cent lower than a week ago, 4 cents lower than a month ago, and 49 cents lower than last year. It…… read more »
RoFlo Fest, a celebration of all things Rome and Floyd County, is scheduled for Saturday, May 3rd from 10 am until 4 pm in downtown Rome. Suzanne Roberts, Director of the Rome Downtown Development Authority, enthuses that the event will feature arts and crafts vendors, in addition to live music. Additional information about RoFlo Fest…… read more »
Rome City Commissioners will meet on Monday evening at 6:30 pm at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. A caucus will be held at 5 pm in the Sam King Room. Check out the agenda at www.romega.us. To watch the meeting live online, use the YouTube link listed below:… read more »