The holiday season is approaching, and the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is getting ready for Sheriff Santa. Sheriff Santa teams with Toys for Tots to provide Christmas gifts for local youth and Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation to make the holidays brighter for seniors, according to Sheriff Dave Roberson. The community has been very supportive of…… read more »
Media release from the Floyd County, GA Clerk of Superior Court: In recognition of Veterans Day, the Floyd County Clerk of Superior Court Mary Hardin Thornton is encouraging all veterans from every branch of military service to ensure their DD-214 is recorded at the courthouse. The DD-214, issued by the Department of Defense upon discharge…… read more »
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: This Veterans Day, November 11, AdventHealth will give thanks to the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces by offering free meals at several community locations. Veterans are invited to join us at the following times and places: Bojangles, Chatsworth | 7:00 am to 9:00 am Chick-fil-A,…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Film & Entertainment Alliance: Georgia’s Rome Film & Entertainment Alliance is hosting a free educational workshop, Breaking Into Acting in Georgia, on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at PAM Studios, located at 512 Broad Street, Rome, GA. This exciting event will feature a panel of industry professionals, including:…… read more »
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: As autumn settles in, AAA urges Georgia drivers to stay alert for seasonal traffic hazards that can make roads more dangerous. “From unpredictable weather to increased wildlife activity, fall presents unique challenges that demand extra caution,” said Montrae Waiters, Spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club…… read more »
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Over the weekend of November 1–2, Georgians saw a slight drop in gas prices, a continuation of a downward trend that began earlier in the week. Thanks to increased oil production from countries like the U.S. and OPEC+, supply has outpaced demand, pushing crude prices lower…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety: The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) honored 33 state and local law enforcement agencies for their work in saving lives on our roads at the 26th annual Governor’s Challenge Awards on Friday at the Macon Centreplex. GOHS presented Agency of the Year awards in nine…… read more »
Tuesday, November 4th is Election Day. Polls across Floyd County will be open from 7 am until 7 pm to those who did not cast ballots during the early voting period. The nonpartisan municipal election is being held for the purpose of electing three City Commissioners from Ward 2 and seven Rome Board of Education…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a Free Application Month throughout November to help those who are seeking to enroll in the spring semester. Through Nov. 30, GNTC will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming students. Applicants should enter the code FREEAPP26 (all capital letters)…… read more »
Get ready to go ice skating again, Rome, GA! The Rink at Ridge Ferry Park will open to skaters on November 24th and will remain open through January 19th. Hours of operation will vary, says Tyler Stinson, Special Services Manager for Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation. He encourages ice skating enthusiasts to visit www.rfrpa.com for updated…… read more »