(Media release from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning): School bells are ringing for the state’s youngest learners as Georgia’s Pre-K Program begins the new school year. The first day of Georgia’s Pre-K Program will vary based on school system and child care provider. It started as early as July 27, in Taliaferro…… read more »
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AAA: GEORGIA’S PUMP PRICE AVERAGE SLIDES LOWER
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Georgia gas prices continue downward trend at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $3.77 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 13 cents less than a week ago, 59 cents less than last month, and 81 cents more…… read more »
SALVATION ARMY OF ROME SEEKS BELL RINGERS FOR RED KETTLE CAMPAIGN DURING 2022 HOLIDAY SEASON
As we flip the calendar to August, it may seem too soon to be thinking about Christmas. But not for the Salvation Army of Rome, which currently seeks bell ringers for the 2022 Red Kettle campaign. Captain Tim Blevins says that his organization would love to find volunteers who would be willing to serve as…… read more »
ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD CENTRALIZING PEDIATRICIAN PRACTICES
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): The practices of three Atrium Health Floyd pediatricians are moving to centralize their services in one convenient location. The new location, Atrium Health Floyd Pediatrics, will be at 304 Shorter Ave., Suite 105 in Rome, beginning Monday, Aug. 1. The building will house the practices of Dr. Tyler Barnes,…… read more »
TOMATO SANDWICH SUPPER TO BENEFIT FREE CLINIC OF ROME SET FOR THIS FRIDAY, AUGUST 5TH
(Announcement from John Pillsbury, President of the Board of Directors for the Free Clinic of Rome): The public is invited to the Free Clinic of Rome’s Tomato Sandwich Supper at First Methodist Church Wilder Center on August 5th from 5 pm to 7 pm. Cost is $10 per person or $25 per family of three…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS ENCOURAGE PUBLIC’S PARTICIPATION IN THE GREAT GEORGIA POLLINATOR CENSUS
(Announcement from the Floyd County Master Gardeners): Please join the Floyd County Master Gardeners as we take part in research conducted by UGA for the The Great Georgia Pollinator Census. We will be counting pollinators on Friday, August 19, from 12pm – 2pm at the GE Trails at Garrand Park on Redmond Circle AND on Saturday, August…… read more »
A NEW SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS FOR THE ROME CITY SCHOOLS
This is the first day of the 2022-23 school year for students in the Rome City Schools! The school system has shared a cautionary statement on its Facebook page as the curtain rises on this new school year – Please be advised that traffic on the Rome High and Rome Middle School campus will need…… read more »
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF ROME-FLOYD COUNTY EXCITED TO PARTNER WITH ROME CITY SCHOOLS AGAIN DURING THE 22-23 SCHOOL YEAR
Communities in Schools of Rome-Floyd County is excited to partner with the Rome City Schools during the 2022-23 school year. Gregory Wooten, Executive Director, says that his organization will continue its mentor/volunteer program, along with the Cardboard Challenge normally held in the Spring. In addition, a Site Coordinator will be positioned at Rome Middle School…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP: GEORGIA LOTTERY REACHES MILESTONE OF $25 BILLION GENERATED FOR EDUCATION IN GEORGIA
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp is excited to announce the Georgia Lottery Corp. has raised $25 billion for education in the State of Georgia since its inception in 1993. These funds have allowed thousands of Georgians to receive essential early learning and provided the opportunity for higher…… read more »
CAVE SPRING MOTORCYCLE RALLY AND MUSIC FESTIVAL SET FOR THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
The Cave Spring Downtown Development Authority invites locals to attend the 9th annual Cave Spring Motorcycle Rally and Music Festival, set for this Friday and Saturday at Big Cedar Festival Grounds, 125 Davis Road. Gates open at noon on Friday and at 9 am on Saturday. The event will feature live music, a poker run,…… read more »