Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: As Thanksgiving travel ramps up, Georgia drivers are feeling a slight pinch at the pump, with gas prices ticking upward heading into the holiday week. A modest rise in crude oil over the weekend, combined with growing travel demand, is pushing gas prices higher, the statewide…… read more »
Media release from BBIG Marketing: The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will be the featured performers when the Wings Over North Georgia Air Show returns early to Rome on April 3-4, 2026, at the Russell Regional Airport. The Thunderbirds team is the air demonstration squadron of the U.S. Air Force, based at Nellis Air Force Base,…… 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: The Floyd County…… read more »
Media release from the American Red Cross Georgia Region: Home fires increase significantly during the holiday months, often sparked by cooking accidents, unattended candles or unsafe decorations. The American Red Cross Georgia Region urges everyone to take simple steps to stay safe while celebrating – from keeping a close eye on what’s cooking to checking holiday lights…… read more »
Dreams are becoming reality with the recent construction commencement for the Children’s Museum of Rome at Mount Berry Mall. The ribbon cutting/grand opening at the museum is slated for late Spring to early Summer, according to Jenna Bosarge, co-founder, who attests that the goal is to be ready for field trips in the next school…… read more »
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks & Recreation: Rome-Floyd Parks & Recreation invites the community to celebrate the season at the upcoming Ridge Ferry Holiday Fest on Saturday, December 6 at Ridge Ferry Park. This festive event promises a full day of holiday cheer, featuring activities and attractions designed for families, children and visitors of all…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Transportation: The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is helping travelers get to their Thanksgiving destinations this year with fewer delays. To improve traffic flow during the Thanksgiving holiday, Georgia DOT will suspend lane closures on interstates, major state routes, and roadways near major shopping areas from 5 a.m.…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Archives: The Georgia Archives Lunch & Learn presentation, Georgia’s Historical Recipes, by Valerie Frey, will take place on-site on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Georgia Archives, 5800 Jonesboro Road, Morrow, GA. This event is free and open to the public, with no registration…… read more »
Many local non-profit organizations have needs and seek contributions from the public as we approach the holiday season. The Family Resource Center is happy to accept cash donations, according to Tina Bartleson, Executive Director. She adds that diapers are also needed at the center for the families that it serves. Contributions will support the FRC’s…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism: The Georgia’s Rome Welcome Center & Gift Shop is pleased to announce the return of the 14th Annual Georgia’s Rome Winter Art Market, taking place December 6–7, 2025, at the Rome Civic Center. The market will be open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.…… read more »