(Media release from the Office of Georgia’s Attorney General Chris Carr): Attorney General Chris Carr is recognizing this May as Older Americans Month by sharing key tips and resources to help all Georgians recognize, prevent, and report the financial abuse and exploitation of older adults. “During Older Americans Month, we are proud to honor and…… read more »
Category Archives: Local News
AAA: GEORGIA GAS PRICE AVERAGE STILL ON THE DECLINE
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Georgia gas price average decreased at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $3.24 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 7 cents less than a week ago, 12 cents less than a month ago, and 57 cents less…… read more »
ROME CITY COMMISSION TO MEET MONDAY, FLOYD COUNTY COMMISSION TO MEET TUESDAY
The Rome City Commission will meet in regular session tonight at 6:30 pm at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. That gathering will be preceded by a caucus session at 5 pm in the Sam King Room. The agenda is posted online at www.romega.us; the link to access a live stream of…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP SIGNS FY24 BUDGET TO INVEST IN PUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTHCARE, THE WORKFORCE, AND MORE
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Hyundai Motor Group representatives, members of the General Assembly, state and local elected officials, and economic development partners from around the state, signed the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget (HB 19) and HB 408 on Friday at a…… read more »
GA AG CARR ANNOUNCES DISTRIBUTION OF $4.4 MILLION IN RESTITUTION TO THOUSANDS OF GEORGIANS DECEIVED BY TURBOTAX OWNER INTUIT
(Media release from the Office of Georgia’s Attorney General Chris Carr): Attorney General Chris Carr announced late last week that 145,788 Georgians who were tricked into paying for free tax services by TurboTax’s owner Intuit will soon begin receiving checks from a $141 million multistate settlement announced in May 2022. In total, Georgia will receive $4,450,496.83 for affected…… read more »
MAY IS SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL CANCER COALITION REMINDS LOCALS TO REMEMBER THE SUNSCREEN BEFORE HEADING OUTDOORS
Event season is here! As you prepare to head out for outdoor events planned for this weekend and in the coming months, here are some words of caution from the Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition – don’t forget to wear sunscreen! Erin Hernandez, President and CEO, states that sunscreen is the primary line of defense…… read more »
HOWARD FINSTER’S PARADISE GARDEN TO HOST MAY ARTIST MARKET ON SATURDAY
Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden in Summerville will host the May Artist Market this Saturday, May 6th from 11 am to 4 pm. The cost to attend the event is $10 for general admission and $5 for seniors. Admission is free to those age 12 and under, Chattooga County residents, and members. According to a description…… read more »
CRBI CELEBRATES SIGNING OF HB 31
(From the Coosa River Basin Initiative): CRBI Executive Director Jesse Demonbreun-Chapman stood alongside Georgia Governor Brian Kemp earlier this week as Kemp signed House Bill 31 at the state capitol. Known as the Hazardous Waste Trust Fund, the bill is a major win for CRBI. CRBI worked for many years with state legislators to make…… read more »
GEORGIA DOT AWARDED 18 PROJECTS IN MARCH 2023
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Transportation): In March 2023 the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) awarded 18 projects valued at $65,263,277. The largest single investment, worth approximately $15million, is a bridge construction project awarded to E. R. Snell Contractor, Inc. This project will include construction of a 0.503-mile bridge and approaches on SR 212…… read more »
MAY 7-13 IS THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF NATIONAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM WEEK; GEORGIA’S ROME OFFICE OF TOURISM TO OFFER FREE GIFT TO LOCALS WHO PARTICIPATE IN THE WEEK
(Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism): The Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism invites locals to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of National Travel & Tourism Week (NTTW), May 7-13, 2023. The week celebrates the value travel holds for our economy, businesses and personal well-being and invites locals to gain the full visitor experience…… read more »