The Salvation Army of Rome is now on the homestretch towards making this Christmas merry and bright for families who are in need around Floyd, Polk, and Chattooga Counties. Finishing touches are being placed on the 2021 Angel Tree program, whereby children and families are gifted with new toys and clothing for the holidays. Distribution…… read more »
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ROME GA CARES, FLOYD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MOBILIZING TO ASSIST TORNADO VICTIMS IN AND AROUND MAYFIELD, KY
(Media release from Rome GA Cares and the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office): On Monday January 3, 2022 Rome GA Cares & the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office plan on leaving to assist Mayfield, KY and the surrounding area, after tornados devastated their communities. Between now and then we are asking for help from the community to…… read more »
SIX FLOYD COUNTY STUDENTS NAMED $10,000 REACH GEORGIA SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
(Floyd County Schools media release): Six Floyd County Schools (FCS) eighth-graders and their parents or guardians signed their REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Georgia Scholarships before counselors, school administrators, and FCS administrators to become members of the REACH Scholars Class of 2025. The FCS 2021 REACH Georgia Scholars are: Kaylee Colding, Model High Thomas…… read more »
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY – COOSA VALLEY ALL SET TO OPEN APPLICATIONS FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP THIS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17TH, INFORMATION SESSIONS SLATED FOR JANUARY
(Media release from Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley): Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley will open applications for homeownership for families in Floyd, Chattooga, and Polk counties beginning Friday, December 17, 2021. Habitat for Humanity – Coosa Valley believes that everyone should have a safe, decent and affordable please to live. Habitat is committed…… read more »
CORONAVIRUS, VACCINE UPDATE FROM GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
A total of 1,138 new cases of coronavirus and 18 more virus-related fatalities were reported across Georgia on Tuesday by the state’s Department of Public Health. According to the latest update by the DPH issued just before 3 pm, there have been 1,299,629 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide since the beginning of this pandemic. The…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD CHAMBER REMINDS LAST MINUTE (OR NEXT-TO-LAST MINUTE) CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS TO SPEND THEIR DOLLARS LOCALLY
The Rome-Floyd Chamber reminds those who are currently wrapping up (or just starting) their Christmas shopping to spend their dollars locally. Pam Powers Smith, President and CEO, asserts that most of the items sought online may be purchased at local stores. Plus, those who shop locally stand a much better chance of avoiding shipping delays.…… read more »
AAA: MORE THAN 109 MILLION AMERICANS TO TRAVEL FOR THE HOLIDAYS, 34 PERCENT MORE GEORGIANS THAN IN 2020
(Media release from AAA, The Auto Club Group): Americans who had to cancel getaways and get-togethers last year because of the pandemic are making up for lost time this holiday season. More than 109 million people — an almost 34% increase from 2020 — will travel 50 miles or more as they hit the road,…… read more »
WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR 2021 DOWNTOWN IMPACT GRANT, APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED FOR 2022 GRANT
(Media release from the Rome, GA Office of Downtown Development): The Downtown Development Authority and the Office of Downtown Development proudly announce the recipients of the 2021 Downtown Impact Grant. These funds are intended to support organizations in production of events that enhance quality of life and promote economic growth in Downtown Rome.This year, the…… read more »
FDA EXPANDS ELIGIBILITY FOR PFIZER-BIONTECH BOOSTER, 16 AND 17 YEAR OLDS NOW ELIGIBLE
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Northwest Health District): The FDA has expanded eligibility for the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 booster dose to 16- and 17-year-olds, and health departments in Northwest Georgia have expanded their Covid-19 booster offering to include this age group for this particular vaccine. “Everyone ages 16 and older can get a…… read more »
NEW PROGRAM AT GHC MEETS CAREER DEMAND AS GEORGIA BECOMES THE ‘FINTECH CAPITAL OF THE WORLD’
(Georgia Highlands College media release): Rising industry demand for trained graduates in the field of ‘FinTech’ has led to the creation of a new program at Georgia Highlands College (GHC). Starting spring 2022, GHC will offer an associate degree in Financial Technology, as well as a Nexus degree. Financial Technology, or FinTech, continues to see increased…… read more »