(From the Salvation Army of Rome): The Salvation Army of Rome is now accepting applications for the ’22 Angel Tree program. Applications are taken IN PERSON ONLY on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 4 – November 22, 2022 between the hours of 9:00 am – 12:00 noon or 1:00 – 3:00 pm at The Salvation…… read more »
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GNTC GRADUATE TRAINS IN SUPPLY CHAIN DEVELOPMENT AT SHAW INDUSTRIES INC.
(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): A Georgia Northwestern Technical College graduate overcame a language roadblock in his education to pursue a career in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Raul Soto, a native of Cleveland, Tenn., earned his associate degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and was named a semi-finalist for GNTC’s Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership…… read more »
USS SAVANNAH HOLDS ASSUMPTION OF COMMAND CEREMONY
(Media release from the U.S. Navy Office of Community Outreach): Cmdr. Jenna Van Zeyl became the first Gold crew commanding officer of Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Savannah (LCS 28) during an assumption of command ceremony aboard the ship, Oct. 7.Van Zeyl, a native of New Lenox, Ill., was previously the executive officer of Ticonderoga-class…… read more »
ROME INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AND HISTORIC DESOTO THEATRE FOUNDATION TEAM UP TO HOST FUNDRAISER FILM SCREENING OF ‘SPIRIT HALLOWEEN’
(Media release from the Rome International Film Festival): The Rome International Film Festival (RIFF) is excited to announce an upcoming fundraiser film screening to increase community involvement and awareness of the Nov. 10-13 festival. On October 21 RIFF will partner with the Historic DeSoto Theatre located at 530 Broad St, Rome, GA 30161 to host…… read more »
CITY OF ROME LANDMARKING COMMITTEE TO UNVEIL NEWLY DESIGNATED LANDMARKS
(Media release from the City of Rome, GA): The City of Rome Landmarking Committee invites the public to the unveiling of several newly designated landmarks in the City of Rome. The ceremony will be held Thursday, October 20, 2022 and will begin at the first designated landmark at 11 am and conclude at the final…… read more »
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE TO CELEBRATE THE REFURBISHING AND RELOCATION OF HISTORIC CANNON
(Media release from the Puryear Detachment, Marine Corps League): The Puryear Detachment, Marine Corps League will celebrate the complete refurbishing and relocation of the Type 92 Japanese howitzer “Pistol Pete” in a special program at 11 a.m. Saturday. The public is invited to attend the event at the weapon’s new home, the VFW Lodge 4911…… read more »
GEORGIA HIGHLANDS COLLEGE JOINS ‘COLLEGE ACCESS DAY’ PRESENTED BY CARTERSVILLE-BARTOW CHAMBER
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): Georgia Highlands College (GHC) recently joined “College Access Day” presented by the Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce. A second date is planned for Saturday, November 5th. To register for the half-day event from 8AM to 12:30PM click this link. This half-day event is to assist native Spanish speakers and Hispanic and Latino…… read more »
GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY: OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PEDESTRIAN SAFETY MONTH
(Media release from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety): During National Pedestrian Safety Month, the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) is asking everyone to drive safely so everyone can cross safely.Drivers are reminded to share the road by stopping as required by Georgia law when pedestrians are in crosswalks and look before turning or…… read more »
IT’S THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN THE NOVEMBER 8TH GENERAL ELECTION, ADVANCE IN-PERSON VOTING BEGINS ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 17TH
Today is the last day to register to vote in the November 8th general election. Floyd County residents may register at the county’s Elections Office, located at 18 East 12th Street in Rome. The office may be reached via phone at (706) 291-5167. Check your voter registration status and view a sample ballot on the…… read more »
LOCAL NON-PROFIT BRIGHTER BIRTHDAYS SEEKS VOLUNTEERS, DONATIONS
Local non-profit Brighter Birthdays seeks volunteer groups to pack bags for distribution to under resourced children in Rome and Floyd County Schools. Cristin Warden, Founder, recommends that families pack party supplies as a community service project. Those interested may get additional information by reaching out to Brighter Birthdays via email at [email protected] or direct message…… read more »