(Media release from the Office of Georgia’s Attorney General Chris Carr): Attorney General Chris Carr is offering important safety tips to help Georgia families prepare for Halloween. “We know that children across the state are excited to celebrate Halloween with family and friends,” said Carr. “Unfortunately, with kids trick-or-treating after dark or wearing costumes that…… read more »
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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: ROME, NWGA SEE DROP IN SEPTEMBER UNEMPLOYMENT RATES
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor): Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said Thursday that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 2.5 percent in September, down six-tenths of a percent over the month. A year ago, the rate was 3.2 percent. “We continue to see a steady rise in job creation and demand by employers…… read more »
WORDS OF WISDOM FROM THE NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL CANCER COALITION AMID ANNUAL OBSERVANCE OF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
As the month of October nears a conclusion, so does the annual observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Erin Hernandez, President/CEO of the Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition, asserts that the sooner breast cancer is detected, the sooner it can be successfully treated. She also stresses the importance of self breast exams, knowing one’s own…… read more »
CANCER NAVIGATORS’ ANNUAL WREATH SALE AND AUCTION BEGINS NOVEMBER 1ST
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as decorated wreaths are being turned in for Cancer Navigators’ annual wreath sale and auction. A multitude of unique wreaths and other holiday decorations will be available for sale in the lobby and on the third floor of the Harbin Clinic…… read more »
HEYMAN HOSPICE CARE HOLDS IN-PERSON MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 2019
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): For the first time since 2019, Heyman Hospice Care on Tuesday night held an in-person memorial service to remember patients and family members served by the organization. A small crowd gathered at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Rome to remember loved ones who passed in 2021. COVID-19 forced the…… read more »
AMERICA’S NAVY SAILS INTO ATLANTA FOR NAVY WEEK
(Media release from the U.S. Navy Office of Community Outreach, written by Mr. Isaiah Sellers): The U.S. Navy is preparing to bring a Navy Week to Atlanta, Georgia, during the week of October 31 – November 6. Atlanta Navy Week brings Sailors from across the fleet to the area to emphasize the importance of the…… read more »
PICKLEBALL PARTNERSHIP TOURNAMENT ON SATURDAY TO RAISE FUNDS FOR EXCHANGE CLUB FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Do you play pickleball? Even if you do not know the first thing about the sport, you are invited to learn, play, and raise funds for the Exchange Club Family Resource Center at the 2022 Pickleball Partnership presented by the Downtown Rome Racquets Center and the Rome Tennis Center. This one-day, elimination-style tournament is slated…… read more »
SEXUAL ASSAULT CENTER OF NWGA TO BENEFIT FROM UNDERGROUND ROME FALL TOURS ON NOVEMBER 5TH
(From the Sexual Assault Center of NWGA): The Sexual Assault Center of NWGA and the Rome Area History Center welcome all to adventure into the past on a tour of underground Rome to learn about its unique architectural history. Participants will tour below the following buildings: Broad&Fifth (The Forrest Place building), Rome Area History Center,…… read more »
GEORGIA HIGHLANDS COLLEGE: DENTAL HYGIENE STUDENTS PRESENT RESEARCH ON EMERGING DENTAL TREATMENT PRACTICES
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): The Dental Hygiene Program at Georgia Highlands College (GHC) recently explored emerging dental treatment practices and technology ranging from virtual reality to microbial reduction during the school’s annual Informative Poster Presentations. The event was held at the Heritage Hall location, helping students to practice public speaking skills and share their research while allowing members…… read more »
ROME CITY SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION VOTES TO APPROVE JESSI PRESLEY AS DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND WINNIE WRIGHT AS DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
(Media release from the Rome City Schools): The Rome City Schools voted to approve the hiring of Jessi Presley as the Director of Special Education for Rome City Schools. Presley holds a B.S. in early childhood education with a minor in psychology and a master’s degree in early childhood education (2009), both from Berry College.…… read more »