Media release from the Georgia Department of Transportation: The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is suspending lane closures on Georgia interstates and state routes for the upcoming July 4th holiday travel period. The suspension of lane closures will begin at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Thursday, July 3, and will continue until 10:00 p.m. on Sunday,…… read more »
Media release from the City of Rome, GA: In observance of the Independence Day Holiday, City of Rome administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. Provided are service changes and closures. Rome Solid Waste Schedule Walker Mountain Landfill Rome Transit Department (RTD) Building Inspection July 4th Schedule The City of Rome wishes…… read more »
The Georgia gas price average sees a slight drop at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.94 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 1 cent lower than it was a week ago, 4 cents higher than it was a month ago, and…… read more »
The 41st annual Cave Spring 4th of July Parade is scheduled for this Friday, July 4th at 9 am. Christa Jackson, organizer, invites community members to watch the parade. Or better yet, be in it! All participants should line up between 8:15 am and 8:45 am. Motorized vehicles and horses will line up on Perry…… read more »
Media release from Summerville Main Street: There should be no shortage of family fun at the 2025 City of Summerville Celebrate Independence Festival & Fireworks Show on July 3. The festival and fireworks show has been a long-time family affair and one of the best fireworks shows in northwest Georgia! This free community event will…… read more »
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Eight physicians have graduated from the Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center Family Medicine Residency program.The Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center Family Medicine Residency program opened in 1976 and is one of the oldest family medicine residency programs in Georgia. The program offers hands-on experience to residents in preparation for…… read more »
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Rome City Schools is pleased to announce that Dr. Kate Thomas has been named the new principal of Main Elementary School. With more than two decades of experience in education and a proven track record of dynamic leadership, Dr. Thomas brings a student-centered approach and a deep commitment…… read more »
The Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition encourages members of the community to mark their calendars for Saturday, August 16th. That is the date of the annual Health Initiative for Men and Women. It will be held from 8 am to noon at the Floyd County Health Department, located at 16 East 12th Street in Rome.…… read more »
Important dates have been announced by Floyd County, GA Government for the Special Primary Election Runoff for Public Service Commissioner (PSC). Early voting will be offered at the Floyd County Elections Office, located at 18 East 12th Street in Rome, from 8 am to 5 pm every day from Monday, July 7th through Friday, July…… read more »
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: AdventHealth Redmond is proud to announce that Katie Rogers, RN, has been honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a recognition that celebrates the compassionate care nurses provide every day. Katie, a recent nursing graduate, has already made a profound impact on her patients and colleagues. One heartfelt nomination…… read more »