Rome City Commissioners on Monday night unanimously approved a new pay scale for city employees. According to an announcement from the city government: View Monday night’s Rome City Commission Meeting online by using the YouTube link listed below.… read more »
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JENNIFER JOLLY APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ROME-FLOYD COUNTY COMMISSION ON CHILDREN AND YOUTH
(Media release from the Rome-Floyd County Commission on Children and Youth): The Rome-Floyd County Commission on Children and Youth is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Jolly as its new Executive Director. In her new role, Jolly will lead the Commission in its mission to enhance the well-being of children, youth and families throughout…… read more »
GEORGIA’S ROME PHOTO EXHIBITION AND OPENING AWARD RECEPTION TO BE HELD THIS SATURDAY
(Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism): The public is invited to the opening of the 2024 Georgia’s Rome Photo Exhibition to be held at the Rome Area History Center with an awards reception on Saturday, July 27 at 11 a.m. The show will run through Saturday, August 31, 2024.Photographers whose work was…… read more »
AHA RECOGNIZES ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD FOR STROKE TREATMENT
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): For the second consecutive year, Atrium Health Floyd Medial Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plusquality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP: GEORGIA’S AAA BOND RATING REAFFIRMED BY S&P
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): At the start of an international trip to promote the No. 1 state for business and further job creation in Georgia, Governor Brian P. Kemp on Tuesday announced that S&P Global Ratings reaffirmed its “AAA with a stable outlook” assessment for the state’s credit worthiness. Because…… read more »
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY – COOSA VALLEY CONTINUES YEAR-LONG CELEBRATION OF ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY, EXPRESSES GRATITUDE FOR COMMUNITY’S SUPPORT
Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley has spent 2024 in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Betsy Allgood, Executive Director, enthuses that this has been a great year so far and invites the public to join the celebration. The next event will be the annual Drive One FORE! Habitat golf tournament scheduled for Monday, October 7th…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY COMMISSION TO MEET TODAY
The Floyd County Board of Commissioners will meet today for a third public hearing regarding the millage rate for county M&O, Fire, and Solid Waste, in addition to their regular meeting, at the county’s Administration Building on East 4th Avenue in downtown Rome. A caucus will take place at 4 pm in the Caucus Room…… read more »
OVER 100 ROME HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS EARN AP SCHOLARS HONORS
(Media release from Rome, GA City Schools): More than 100 Rome High School students have been recognized as Advanced Placement (AP) Scholars. These students demonstrated amazing dedication to their classes, vigorous work during the school year, and a commitment to achievement. Having 102 AP Scholars at Rome High is not only a testament to the…… read more »
CHIEFTAINS MUSEUM/MAJOR RIDGE HOME TO CONTINUE 2024 SUMMER SPEAKER SERIES ON AUGUST 8TH
(Media release from Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home): Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home is proud to present the 2024 Summer Speaker Series. Lectures will focus on the Protestant missionary groups which featured prominently in the lives of the Ridge family. The fourth and final of these lectures will be Thursday, August 8th at 7PM. The event will…… read more »
AAA URGES DRIVERS TO STAY ALERT AS KIDS WILL SOON HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): As 1.7 million children across Georgia begin heading back to school, AAA urges motorists to slow down and stay alert in neighborhoods, and school zones. Also, to be especially vigilant for pedestrians during before- and after-school hours. Children are particularly vulnerable during the afternoon hours following…… read more »