(Media release from the Community Foundation for Greater Rome): The Community Foundation for Greater Rome is accepting grant proposals from local nonprofits for two grant programs: the Greater Rome Impact Grant and First Christian Heritage Grant. Proposals from area nonprofits are due by Friday, October 7, 2022 at 5 pm. “Part of the Community Foundation’s…… read more »
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BRITAIN’S QUEEN ELIZABETH II HAS PASSED AT AGE 96
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II died Thursday at the age of 96, as announced by Buckingham Palace. She ascended to the throne back in 1952 and went on to become the nation’s longest-reigning monarch. Her eldest son Charles is now the King, known as King Charles III.… read more »
ONE COMMUNITY UNITED’S ONE TABLE EVENT WILL RETURN TO THE CHIEF JOHN ROSS MEMORIAL BRIDGE ON SEPTEMBER 18TH
One Community United will return the Chief John Ross Memorial Bridge in downtown Rome for this year’s One Table event, which is scheduled for next Sunday, September 18th at 6:30 pm. Charles Love, a member of the local non-profit’s Board of Directors, invites the public to get tickets now for the special event. They are…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY PUBLIC ANIMAL WELFARE SERVICES TO HOST COMMUNITY OUTREACH SESSION
(Media release from Floyd County, GA): Public Animal Welfare Services (P.A.W.S.) will begin offering community outreach sessions to engage the public on local animal control ordinances and state laws. The first class kicks off on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the P.A.W.S. facility located at 99 North Avenue, Rome. Registration…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP: GEORGIA’S AUGUST NET TAX REVENUES UP 8.5 PERCENT
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): The State of Georgia’s net tax collections for August totaled nearly $2.31 billion for an increase of $180.4 million, or 8.5 percent, over August 2021 (FY 2022), when net tax collections approached $2.13 billion. Year-to-date, net tax revenue collections totaled roughly $4.52 billion after two months, for…… read more »
GEORGIA NORTHWESTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE ANNOUNCES PRESIDENT’S AND DEAN’S LISTS FOR SUMMER ’22
(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): Georgia Northwestern Technical College is proud to announce the students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2022 summer semester. To be eligible for the President’s List, the student must maintain a GPA of 3.8 or higher during the semester with a course load of at least…… read more »
ROME HIGH THEATRE TO HOST WORKSHOP FOR KIDS ON SEPTEMBER 17TH
(Media release from Rome High School Theatre Boosters): Rome High School Theatre students will host young thespians at their new Super Saturday Theatre Workshop for Kids on Saturday, September 17, 9:00AM to 12:00PM, in the RHS Performing Arts Center. Kids aged 7-11 are invited to spend three hours at the high school and explore the…… read more »
GOVERNOR BRIAN KEMP VISITS COMMUNITIES IN CHATTOOGA COUNTY IMPACTED BY LABOR DAY WEEKEND FLOODING
Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp paid a visit to Chattooga County on Wednesday to assess the damage caused by flooding during Labor Day weekend. The Governor indicated to Summerville’s WZQZ News that as waters recede, residents are working hard to restore their homes and businesses. Assistance is available to Chattooga County residents…… read more »
SALVATION ARMY OF ROME, AMERICAN RED CROSS OF NWGA OFFER RELIEF TO FLOOD VICTIMS IN CHATTOOGA COUNTY
Both the Salvation Army of Rome and the American Red Cross of Northwest Georgia have lent helping hands to those who were affected by flooding up in Chattooga County over Labor Day weekend. Each organization is accepting donations from the public towards their relief efforts. According to the Salvation Army of Rome – The Salvation…… read more »
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY – COOSA VALLEY CONTINUES TO SEEK VOLUNTEERS
The Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley continues to seek some volunteers to assist with its latest home builds. Interested parties may reach out to Habitat by phone at (706) 378-0030 or by email at [email protected], indicates Betsy Allgood, Executive Director. Volunteers will be working in South Rome on Branham Avenue this weekend (weather permitting).…… read more »