South Rome Alliance invites the public to the 2022 South Rome Community Concert to be presented by Kevin Allen Music Productions (KAMP) on the evening of Saturday, August 27th at Parks Hoke Park, which is located at 201 Hardy Avenue. Renovations to the park should be completed in time for the concert, attests Jake Hager,…… read more »
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FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS FREE AND REDUCED MEALS: APPLICATION AND INFORMATION
(Media release from Floyd County Schools): Over the last two years, Floyd County Schools (FCS) has been able to provide free, nutritious meals to our students due to the USDA waivers associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. These federal waivers have enabled FCS to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students in all FCS schools,…… read more »
LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SEEKS NEW EMPLOYEES
Have you ever considered a career in law enforcement? The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office seeks new employees to join their ranks. Sheriff Dave Roberson attests that, as with so many other industries these days, many jobs are available in law enforcement. Sheriff Roberson adds that those who work at the jail develop into officers that…… read more »
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE TO HOST CAREER FAIR IN ROME ON JULY 13TH
The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice has scheduled a Career Fair for this Wednesday, July 13th from 10 am until 2 pm at the Bob Richards RYDC, 200 Marable Way. According to an event description from the DJJ – “We are looking for those that want to make a difference in the lives of Georgia’s…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD FIRE DEPARTMENT SETS PROMOTION CEREMONY FOR AUGUST 18TH
The Rome-Floyd Fire Department has planned a Promotion Ceremony for Thursday, August 18th at 3 pm at the Rome City Auditorium on Broad Street. Its purpose is to recognize employees promoted from 2020-22. Contact the department with any questions at (706) 236-4500.… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA GAS PRICE AVERAGE CONTINUES DOWNWARD TREND
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Georgia gas prices decreased at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $4.19 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 13 cents less than a week ago, 24 cents less than last month, and $1.26 more than this time…… read more »
ROME CITY COMMISSION TO MEET MONDAY, FLOYD COUNTY COMMISSION TO MEET TUESDAY
The Rome City Commission will meet in regular session this evening at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. They will gather for a caucus session at 5 pm in the Sam King Room; that will be followed by their regular meeting at 6:30 pm in the Commission Chambers. Each is open to…… read more »
AUTHOR HEATHER MILLER BEGINS CHIEFTAINS MUSEUM SUMMER AUTHOR SERIES ON JULY 21ST
(Media release from Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home): Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home, in partnership with the Rome Area History Center is proud to present the Summer Author Series, beginning with author Heather Miller on July 21st from 6:30-7:30pm at the Rome Area History Center located at 305 Broad Street. An English educator for over 20 years, Miller’s…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW EMPLOYEES KARLEY PARKER AND ALEX WILLIAMS
(Media release from the Rome-Floyd Chamber): The Rome Floyd Chamber is pleased to announce the addition of two new staff members to the team, Karley Parker as Director of Membership and Alex Williams as Director of Workforce. Karley joined the staff in June and is already hard at work. She is a graduate of Auburn…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP: GEORGIA’S JUNE NET TAX REVENUES UP 14.2 PERCENT, FY2022 UP 23 PERCENT
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): The State of Georgia’s June net tax collections totaled $2.85 billion for an increase of $354.2 million, or 14.2 percent, compared to June 2021, when net tax collections totaled $2.50 billion. For the fiscal year-ended June 30, 2022, net tax collections totaled $33.09 billion for an overall…… read more »