(Media release from Darlington School): Matt Peer has been named assistant head of school for enrollment management, effective July 1, announced Head of School Brent Bell on Tuesday. “Our goal in making strategic changes to the school’s administrative structure is to promote growth while capitalizing on the strengths of our leaders,” Bell said. “This will…… read more »
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HIGH IMPACT PRACTICES ON DISPLAY AT GEORGIA HIGHLANDS COLLEGE’S FIRST ACADEMIC SHOWCASE ON MAY 10TH
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): The first Academic Showcase at Georgia Highlands College on May 10 will place research by students, faculty and staff front and center for a shared learning experience. The showcase will be held at the Cartersville site from 9AM to 1PM. Dean of Libraries and Testing Julius Fleschner said the research projects…… read more »
THE DAVIES SHELTERS’ FARM BUS IS ON THE ROAD AGAIN!
The Davies Shelters’ Farm Bus is on the road again! Updates on its weekly appearances may be obtained at www.daviesshelter.com or via social media to include Facebook and Instagram, says Devon Smyth, Executive Director. The Farm Bus will offer a wide variety of home grown items throughout the season, such as tomatoes, peppers, okra, and…… read more »
GEORGIA HIGHLANDS COLLEGE COMMENCEMENT SET FOR MAY 12TH WITH THREE CEREMONIES
(Media release from Georgia Highlands College): Georgia Highlands College will hold the 2022 commencement on the Floyd campus in Rome on May 12. Three separate ceremonies will take place throughout the day. Ceremonies begin at 10AM and 6PM, with the nursing pinning/commencement ceremony beginning at 2PM. The ceremonies will be held in the gym on…… read more »
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY – COOSA VALLEY NOW SEEKING NEW BOARD MEMBERS
(Media release from Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley): Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley is currently seeking volunteers to join its Board of Directors for the new fiscal year which begins July 1, 2022. We are looking for individuals with experience in construction, finance, accounting, legal, marketing or charitable fundraising. Habitat for Humanity –…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP SIGNS OPIOID LEGISLATION TO SECURE $636 MILLION FOR TREATMENT AND PREVENTION
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): On Monday, Governor Brian P. Kemp signed major opioid legislation to secure $636 million for state and local governments to bolster critical treatment and prevention efforts (SB 500). The funds are made available by the $26 billion multistate opioid settlement with Cardinal, McKesson, and AmerisourceBergen –…… read more »
MAY IS NATIONAL BICYCLE SAFETY MONTH, AAA OFFERS TIPS SAFETY TIPS FOR MOTORISTS AND BICYCLISTS ALIKE
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): May is National Bicycle Safety Month, which reminds Georgians to examine their habits as drivers and riders in order to safely share the road. Unfortunately, injuries and deaths from bicycle crashes continue to be a serious problem in many states. According to the National Safety Council,…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE REMAINED THE SAME OVER THE PAST WEEK
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Georgia gas prices remain unchanged compared to a week ago. Georgia motorists continue to pay an average price of $3.71 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average is 18 cents less than a month ago, and $1.01 more than this time last year. It now costs motorists $55.65 to fill a 15-gallon tank…… read more »
EARLY VOTING UNDERWAY TODAY FOR MAY 24TH PRIMARY ELECTION
Early voting begins today for the May 24th primary election. Floyd County’s voters may head to one of two locations to cast an early ballot, either the new Elections Office at 18 East 12th Street in Rome or at the Anthony Recreation Center at 2901 Garden Lakes Boulevard (at rear of Garden Lakes Elementary School).…… read more »
GEORGIA’S ANNUAL OUTDOOR BURN BAN NOW IN EFFECT
Here’s a friendly reminder from the Rome-Floyd County Fire Department – Georgia’s annual outdoor burn ban is now in effect through September 30th. Linda Patty, Life and Fire Safety Educator, states that restrictions are put in place each year by the Environmental Protection Division to ensure cleaner air during the summer months. According to the…… read more »