(Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor): Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson celebrates 100 days in office on April 22, 2023. During this time, the commissioner’s administration has been laser-focused on the modernization of the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL). Top achievements over the last 100 days include: “Stabilizing the agency, creating confidence, and…… read more »
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TEAMS STILL SOUGHT THROUGH FRIDAY TO COMPETE IN ROME-FLOYD PARKS AND RECREATION’S BACKYARD BBQ BASH AT RIDGE FERRY PARK ON APRIL 29TH
Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation, along with Coke and Shaw Industries, invites local backyard BBQ buffs to put their best chicken and pork recipes to the test at the annual Backyard BBQ Bash set for Saturday, April 29 at Ridge Ferry Park. Lindsey Jones, Special Services Manager, says that teams have until Friday to register. Registration…… read more »
COMMUNITY INVITED TO ATTEND SPLOST CITIZEN COMMITTEE KICKOFF
(From Floyd County, GA – Government): Floyd County, the City of Rome, and the City of Cave Spring invite residents to attend the 2023 SPLOST Citizen Committee Kickoff this evening at 5 pm in the Fire Education Room at 409 East 12th Street in Rome. Introductions of committee members will be made. There will also…… read more »
CANCER NAVIGATORS’ IN-PERSON RUN/WALK, DAISY DROP SET FOR APRIL 30TH
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): Cancer Navigators’ annual benefit run\walk culminates this year with an in-person 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, April 30, at 2 p.m. at the Barron Stadium track in Rome. The annual Daisy Drop will take place that day at 3 p.m. on the Chief John Ross Memorial Bridge at…… read more »
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF ROME-FLOYD COUNTY ISSUES AN APPEAL FOR NEW MENTORS AND VOLUNTEERS AS THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR NEARS ITS END
A little more than a month remains in the 2022-2023 school year for students in Rome and Floyd County. Communities in Schools of Rome-Floyd County is reflecting on its successes of this year and making plans for next year. Gregory Wooten, CIS Executive Director, says that his organization remains in search of new mentors and…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD PLANNING DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES 3RD ANNUAL JANE’S WALK TO BE HELD SATURDAY, MAY 6TH
(Media release from the City of Rome, GA): The Rome-Floyd Planning Department is excited to host the 3rd Annual Jane’s Walk on Saturday, May 6 at 9:00 a.m. Jane’s Walk is a volunteer-led celebration of urban life inspired by Jane Jacobs and provides an opportunity for residents to gather, learn, and share their love for Rome. Rome-Floyd…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD PARKS AND RECREATION URGES FAMILIES TO SIGN UP NOW FOR SUMMER CAMPS
(Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation): Warmer temperatures and the calendar moving to mid-April let everyone know that summer isn’t too far away. Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation and its partners are offering several camps this summer where kids can enjoy a slew of fun activities and sports. Registration is now open for Kid VS…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP SIGNS LEGISLATION TO SUPPORT GEORGIA AGRICULTURE
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp on Tuesday signed two bills that strengthen Georgia’s No. 1 industry at a ceremony in Bainbridge, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, members of the General Assembly, and leaders from the state’s agriculture community. HB 545, carried by Rep.…… read more »
SPLOST CITIZENS COMMITTEE TO MEET THURSDAY
(From Floyd County, GA): The 2023 Floyd County SPLOST Citizens Committee will meet Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Fire Education Room located at 409 East 12th Street, Rome. The meeting is open to the public.… read more »
ROME-FLOYD CHAMBER TO HOST SESSION FOR MEMBERS ON ‘PREPARING YOUR BUSINESS FOR A NATURAL DISASTER’
The Rome-Floyd Chamber wants to help prepare member businesses for the unexpected during an informative session on Preparing Your Business For A Natural Disaster set for next Tuesday, April 25th from 9 am to 10:30 am at the Chamber on Riverside Parkway. Pam Powers-Smith, President and CEO, says that the Chamber is partnering with Georgia…… read more »