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 The purpose of the special called meeting for a dedication of historical documents at the administration…… read more »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 »
It is still Summer, and many people will seek relief from the heat throughout the coming weeks on area rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water. It’s a good idea to check out the Coosa River Basin Initiative’s 2025 Swim Guide before hitting the water! The CRBI is collecting water samples from 30 popular spots…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Hospital Association: AdventHealth Georgia and AdventHealth Redmond president and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Isaac Sendros was appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA), as announced at the association’s Annual Meeting of the Assembly on July 11. Sendros will serve as an At-Large Trustee, where his…… read more »
Media release from Floyd County, GA: The Floyd County Board of Commissioners recognized 18 dedicated county employees during a special ceremony on the morning of July 31, honoring their years of service to the community and to the mission of public service. Commissioners Mike Burnes and David Thornton personally presented certificates and words of appreciation…… read more »
Announcement from the Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library: The Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library will host their annual Paperback Book Sale from Saturday, August 16th through Wednesday, August 20th. Hours will be 10am until 4pm on Saturday, 1pm until 4pm on Sunday, and 10 am to 6pm from Monday through Wednesday. The sale…… read more »
The Rome-Floyd Chamber urges local shoppers to mark their calendars for Tuesday, August 26th. That’s the date of Operation Gift Card – a limited time, electronic gift card matching program intended to boost small business. The Chamber will match $25 and $50 gift cards until the $5,000 in matching funds runs out, says Pam Powers-Smith,…… read more »