(Media release from the Rome International Film Festival): The Rome International Film Festival (RIFF) will be hosting an encore screening of the documentary ‘Her Name Was Hester’ on December 7 at 7:30 p.m. EST at the Rome City Auditorium followed by a Q&A with Director Brian Campbell. The documentary was screened on the opening night…… read more »
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FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS COLLEGE & CAREER ACADEMY SHOWCASE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ON DECEMBER 12TH
(PSA from the Floyd County Schools College & Career Academy): Floyd County Schools College & Career Academy (CCA) has announced that on Monday, December 12th from 5-7 pm, they will host a public event at the CCA for the community. The CCA will highlight how their pathways connect to industry credentials (whether that’s a certification,…… read more »
LOCAL NON-PROFITS SEEK DONATIONS ON GIVING TUESDAY
Today is Giving Tuesday. On this Tuesday after Thanksgiving, individuals are called upon to donate to their favorite charitable organizations. Josh Mollenkamp, Development Manager for The Davies Shelters, says that Giving Tuesday is a great way for people to support local non-profits. The Davies Farm Bus will be set up outside Swift & Finch Coffee…… read more »
EARLY VOTING CONTINUES FOR DECEMBER 6TH RUN-OFF
Advance in-person voting continues for the December 6th run-off election in Georgia to determine a post on the US Senate. Candidates include incumbent Raphael Warnock, Democrat, and challenger Herschel Walker, Republican. Floyd County voters may cast early ballots at the Elections Center, located at 18 East 12th Street, or the Anthony Recreation Center, located at…… read more »
ROME CHRISTMAS PARADE NOW SET FOR THURSDAY
The 2022 Rome Christmas Parade was slated for this evening; due to weather concerns, it has been moved to this Thursday, December 1st at 6:30 pm, according to the parade committee. This year’s theme is “The Joys of Christmas”. Mary Hardin Thornton will be the Grand Marshal. Santa Claus will conclude the parade by lighting…… read more »
SPLOST APPLICATION DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR STAFF-VETTED PROPOSALS
(Media release from Floyd County, GA): Floyd County announced on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 that online applications for a possible 2023 Special Project Local Option Tax (SPLOST) referendum are now available online by visiting floydcountyga.gov/2023SPLOSTapp. Citizens are encouraged to submit their applications no later than Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Applications submitted by the November 30, 2022…… read more »
SOUTH ROME ALLIANCE TO TEAM WITH MARK LAW PHOTOGRAPHY TO OFFER FREE FAMILY PORTRAITS ON SUNDAY
(From the South Rome Alliance): South Rome Alliance, in conjunction with Mark Law Photography, will be offering free family portraits to South Rome residents Sunday, December 4, from 12:30 pm to 2 pm, at the South Rome Alliance office, 1 South Broad Street. Convenient parking is available just across Broad below the bridge. “If you…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE DROPPED SIX CENTS OVER THE PAST WEEK
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Georgia gas price average continues to decline at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 6 cents less than a week ago, 13 cents less than a month ago, and 18…… read more »
ANNUAL SMALL TOWN CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY SET FOR THIS WEEKEND IN CAVE SPRING
The 19th annual Small Town Christmas in the Country is set for this weekend at Rolater Park in Cave Spring. Event hours are 9 am until 4 pm on Saturday and 12 pm until 4 pm on Sunday. Admission is free to the event, which will be held rain or shine, according to co-organizer Susan…… read more »
GEORGIA’S ROME WINTER ART MARKET RETURNS TO THE ROME CIVIC CENTER ON DECEMBER 3RD AND 4TH
(Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism): The Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism invites the public to the 2022 Georgia’s Rome Winter Art Market held December 3-4 at the Rome Civic Center. The market will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.The annual holiday event offers one-of-a-kind gifts featuring over…… read more »