(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): Cancer Navigators’ annual 1-Mile Walk and Daisy Drop will take place this year on April 28. Participants can help local cancer patients in their fight against cancer by signing up for the walk, which will begin at Historic Barron Stadium at 2 p.m. Registration cost $20 and includes an…… read more »
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, members of the General Assembly, and other state and local leaders, signed a sweeping package of legislation into law that will improve access to quality and affordable health care on Friday at…… read more »
(Media release from the Floyd County Police Department): The Floyd County Police Department would like to recognize Officers Todd Jackson, Edgar Quijada, Johnathon Bradley, and Nathan Sangphim for their work throughout the year in traffic safety and education, with the goal of reducing the number of injuries and fatalities from automobile crashes in our community.…… read more »
Philanthropic individuals are sought by The Salvation Army of Rome, GA to donate monetary contributions towards its mission to provide hunger relief, shelter, and more for those in need around the area. Major Hank Harwell, the local corps officer, attests that most people think of donating to the organization during the holidays via the Red…… read more »
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Members of the General Assembly, and local and state leaders, signed HB 1015 into law on Thursday at a ceremony in Augusta – accelerating the largest state income tax cut in Georgia history. Sponsored by Representative Lauren McDonald and co-sponsored…… read more »
The 2nd annual “Are You Smarter Than A 3rd Grader?” Awareness Fundraiser was hosted by the Rome-Floyd County Commission on Children and Youth on Thursday night at the Rome City Auditorium. Funds raised from the event will be used to promote the Commission’s goal of improving school success with a focus on early childhood literacy,…… read more »
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources): Sick birds are occasionally reported in backyards across Georgia. A common denominator in these incidents is feeders and feeding areas that are not cleaned regularly. Birds are at risk from a variety of diseases that can flourish when birds flock to neglected feeders. Wildlife biologist Todd…… read more »
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor): Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia’s March unemployment rate was 3.1, unchanged from a revised 3.1 percent in February. The unemployment rate was seven-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate. “When it comes to building a strong economy, Georgia means business,” said Commissioner Thompson. “Being recognized as…… read more »
(Media release from the Rome, GA Downtown Development Authority): The Downtown Development Authority and First National Community Bank invite residents and visitors alike to experience Downtown Rome Loft Tours, featuring exclusive access to brand new, never-before-seen loft spaces. This exciting event offers a rare opportunity to step inside some of the city’s most captivating living…… read more »
(Media release from Floyd County Schools, GA): Armuchee High senior Emalee Collins is one of only 177 graduating seniors being recognized as 2024 Georgia Scholars, State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced. The Georgia Department of Education identifies and honors high school seniors who have achieved excellence in school and community life through the Georgia Scholar…… read more »