Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: All 17 Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) graduates in the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program have passed a national nursing licensure exam this year on their first attempt and achieved a 100% pass rate. This year is the third consecutive year that 100% of GNTC’s ASN…… read more »
Media release from Shorter University: Shorter University’s School of Education proudly welcomed the 2025–2026 class of student teachers during its annual Clinical Practice Orientation, held Monday on campus. This year’s theme, “Road Trip: The Adventure Begins,” set the tone for a year full of growth, impact, and discovery in the classroom. To kick off the celebration, students had…… read more »
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Staying connected is an important part of patients’ health care journey. Now that Harbin Clinic and Atrium Health Floyd are one team, patients’ health information has been centralized in one place at the patient portal.Benefits of MyAtriumHealth With a MyAtriumHealth account, you’ll be able to manage health and wellness information…… read more »
Media release from Rome Little Theatre: Rome Little Theatre is thrilled to announce auditions for the upcoming production of “Now and Then,” a heartfelt romantic comedy by Sean Grennan, directed by James Swendsen. Auditions will be held on August 11 & 12, 2025, with callbacks (if necessary) scheduled for August 13, 2025. The rehearsal period…… read more »
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: The Georgia gas price average is holding steady, giving Georgians across the Peach State a welcome pause at the pump, as the state’s average gas price holds steady at $2.91. In an unusual turn, this price remains unchanged from both last week and last month and sits 38 cents lower…… read more »
Announcement from Floyd County, GA: The Floyd County Board of Commissioners will a Special Called meeting on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Community Room, Suite 206 of the County Administration building located at 12 East 4th Avenue, Rome. The purpose of the special called meeting for a dedication of historical documents at the administration…… read more »
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: AdventHealth Redmond is honored to be named Best Regional Hospital in Northwest Georgia in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. The ratings highlight the clinical excellence that powers whole-person health care, and AdventHealth Redmond achieved high performing ratings in: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair Heart Bypass Surgery…… read more »
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Molly Horton has had her share of setbacks over the past several months, but she’s not the kind of person to focus on her troubles. The Harbin Clinic X-ray and ultrasound technician had both her knees replaced in December 2024. She had post-surgery complications resulting in a torn left…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources: In recognition of Georgia traditions and the positive impact of the shooting sports industry on the state’s economy, Governor Brian Kemp has officially proclaimed August as Shooting Sports Month in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is encouraging Georgians of all…… read more »
The 2025-2026 school year has arrived for students in the Floyd County and Rome City Schools, as well as Berry College Elementary and Middle School. The first day of classes is set for Monday, August 4th for St. Mary’s Catholic School, Tuesday, August 5th for Unity Christian School, and Monday, August 18th for Darlington School.…… read more »