Category Archives: Local News

BEAT THE HEAT THIS SUMMER WITH GEORGIA STATE PARKS AND HISTORIC SITES

BEAT THE HEAT THIS SUMMER WITH GEORGIA STATE PARKS AND HISTORIC SITES

Summer officially begins this Friday, June 20th. Soaring temperatures in the weeks ahead will inevitably prompt Georgians to search for ways to beat the heat. Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites are poised to help the public stay cool with beaches, pools, and even museums. Kim Hatcher, Public Affairs Coordinator, suggests a day at the…read more »

GA DNR: BUILD CONNECTIONS AT PUBLIC FISHING EVENTS

GA DNR: BUILD CONNECTIONS AT PUBLIC FISHING EVENTS

Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources: Discover the joy of fishing and build lifelong memories with your family this summer!  If you’re not sure how to get started, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) encourages you to check out the list of Public Fishing Events happening across the…read more »

ROME HIGH AIR FORCE JROTC INSTRUCTORS EARN DISTINCTIONS

ROME HIGH AIR FORCE JROTC INSTRUCTORS EARN DISTINCTIONS

Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Rome High School’s Air Force JROTC holds itself to a high level. When cadets and leadership learned a standard needed to receive a high-level distinction changed midyear, the cadets adapted without hesitation. “We were halfway done when they changed the rules on service hours. We didn’t have a…read more »

AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE HELD STEADY OVER THE PAST WEEK

AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE HELD STEADY OVER THE PAST WEEK

The Georgia gas price average is parked in neutral at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.86 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average remains the same as a week ago, 7 cents lower than it was a month ago, and 42 cents lower than it…read more »