Category Archives: Local News

ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND ANNOUNCES 2025 MEDICAL STAFF AWARD WINNERS

ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND ANNOUNCES 2025 MEDICAL STAFF AWARD WINNERS

Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: AdventHealth Redmond is proud to announce the recipients of its Fourth Annual Medical Staff Awards, honoring outstanding providers who exemplify the highest standards of care and service. Nominated by their peers and colleagues, these winners represent the very best of our medical community. 2025 Honorees Physician of the YearChris Merritt,…read more »

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR PARTNERS WITH TCSG/WORK SOURCE GEORGIA TO SUPPORT FEDERAL WORKERS DURING SHUTDOWN

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR PARTNERS WITH TCSG/WORK SOURCE GEORGIA TO SUPPORT FEDERAL WORKERS DURING SHUTDOWN

Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: As the federal government shutdown continues, more than 110,000 Georgia workers face missed paychecks and uncertain futures. In response, the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL), in partnership with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and WorkSource Georgia, is mobilizing statewide resources to help impacted federal employees…read more »

THE SALVATION ARMY OF ROME, GA SEEKS SUPPORT FROM THE COMMUNITY TO MAKE THE UPCOMING HOLIDAY SEASON BRIGHTER FOR THOSE IN NEED

THE SALVATION ARMY OF ROME, GA SEEKS SUPPORT FROM THE COMMUNITY TO MAKE THE UPCOMING HOLIDAY SEASON BRIGHTER FOR THOSE IN NEED

The Salvation Army of Rome, GA seeks support from community members to make the upcoming holiday season brighter for those in need. Registration continues through October for the non-profit’s 2025 Angel Tree program, states Major Hank Harwell, Corps Officer. Families with children from birth to age 12 are eligible to apply, as are seniors age…read more »

GNTC GRADUATE IS ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD’S DIRECTOR OF RESPIRATORY SERVICES

GNTC GRADUATE IS ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD’S DIRECTOR OF RESPIRATORY SERVICES

Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) Respiratory Care graduate Jay Shedd, system director of Respiratory Therapy, Sleep Lab and Neurodiagnostic at Atrium Health Floyd in Rome, continues to collaborate with GNTC faculty and students to prepare future respiratory therapists for the workforce. Shedd advocates for students to learn first-hand…read more »

FINDING THE COLLEGE THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Media release from Berry College: In the new college admissions book “Dream School,”  families are urged to ditch the “Top 25 or bust” mindset and look at hidden-gem colleges with value and rich opportunities like Berry College. To help students find their perfect match, the book by bestselling author and higher education journalist Jeff Selingo, highlights…read more »

NURSE OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCED AT ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD

NURSE OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCED AT ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD

Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Atrium Health Floyd nurses and other teammates have been recognized as part of the organization’s Nursing Excellence Awards program – designed and developed by nurses for nurses. The program honors clinical direct patient care nurses, nurse leaders and clinical or non-clinical nurse-led teams. Winners will be considered for division-level…read more »

GEORGIA LAUNCHES NEW CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT CHOKING IN CHILDREN

GEORGIA LAUNCHES NEW CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT CHOKING IN CHILDREN

Media release from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (or DECAL): The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) last week announced a new statewide initiative focusing on ways child care providers, parents, and caregivers can prevent choking in children. The educational campaign, Chop, Look, Listen, highlights safety fundamentals to protect Georgia’s…read more »

AAA:  GEORGIA DRIVERS PUMP THE BREAKS ON COSTS AS GAS PRICES FALL AGAIN

AAA: GEORGIA DRIVERS PUMP THE BREAKS ON COSTS AS GAS PRICES FALL AGAIN

Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Georgia drivers are pumping the brakes on rising costs as gas prices fall for the second week in a row. The state average is now 6 cents lower than last week, giving drivers some welcome relief at the pump. As of Monday, the statewide average stands at $2.81 per…read more »

EARLY VOTING CONTINUES FOR NOVEMBER 4TH ELECTION

EARLY VOTING CONTINUES FOR NOVEMBER 4TH ELECTION

Early voting will continue through the next couple of weeks in the November 4th election at the Floyd County Elections Office, 18 East 12th Street in Rome. Registered voters may cast their early ballots on weekdays between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm from through Friday, October 31st, as well as the next…read more »