(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 »
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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 »
GEORGIA ARSON CONTROL PRESENTS REWARD CHECK FOR INFORMATION THAT LED TO A CONVICTION
(Release from the Rome-Floyd County Fire Department): Fire Marshal Mary Catherine Chewning, Assistant District Attorney Natalie Staats and Ken LeCroy, Georgia Arson Control Consultant presented a check for $8,500 to an out-of-state confidential informant Monday for information that led to the arrest and conviction of two men for the arson of a stately home at…… read more »
GEORGIA NORTHWESTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE HOSTS INDUSTRIAL CAREER DAY IN DALTON, ANOTHER IS PLANNED FOR OCTOBER 28TH IN ROME
(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): Northwest Georgia high school students explored industrial career pathways and educational opportunities during Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Industrial Career Day on Friday, Oct. 7, at the Whitfield Murray Campus in Dalton. The event is the first Industrial Career Day that GNTC has hosted this academic year. A…… read more »
AAA LAUNCHES ‘MOVE OVER FOR ME’ CAMPAIGN TO PROTECT ALL DRIVERS ON THE ROADSIDE
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): AAA has long been an advocate for “Move Over” laws, requiring drivers to slow down and move over for emergency responders on the roadside, yet there continues to be an alarming number of fatalities. Nearly 350 people are struck and killed outside a disabled vehicle each…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE ROSE FIVE CENTS IN THE PAST WEEK
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Georgia gas prices increased at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $3.22 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 5 cents more than a week ago, 6 cents less than a month ago, and 17 cents more than…… read more »