(Media release from the Georgia Department of Human Services): The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) has announced a partnership with Adoption-Share for a pilot of its Family-Match program, an innovative adoption-matching technology designed to connect families with children in foster care who are eligible for adoption. The…… read more »
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL RETURNS TO ROME LITTLE THEATRE
(Rome Little Theatre media release): Because of pandemic conditions last year, Rome Little Theatre filmed their holiday production of A Christmas Carol, and made it available to view online on Broadway on Demand. This year, they are remounting the production for two public performances on November 26 and 27. “We’re thrilled to bring this timeless…… read more »
CORONAVIRUS, VACCINE UPDATE FROM GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
A total of 807 new cases of coronavirus and 103 more virus-related deaths were reported in Georgia on Wednesday by the state’s Department of Public Health. According to the latest update by the DPH issued just before 3 pm, there have been 1,276,020 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide since the beginning of this pandemic. The…… read more »
HAWKS TOP CELTICS AT STATE FARM ARENA
The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Boston Celtics 110-99 in NBA action at the State Farm Arena on Wednesday night; that marked the third straight victory for Atlanta. John Collins led the Hawks in scoring with 20 points; he also contributed 11 rebounds. Kevin Huerter notched 19 points, and Cam Reddish chipped in 19 points off…… read more »
SALVATION ARMY OF ROME, GA REOPENS FAMILY STORE ON EAST SECOND AVENUE, SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
The Salvation Army of Rome, GA’s Family Store has officially reopened at 308 East 2nd Avenue. The last official day of business at the West Rome store was this past Saturday. Captain Tim Blevins believes that the non-profit organization can better serve the community by moving their store downtown. Captain Paula Blevins encourages the public…… read more »
CITY OF ROME ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR SOLID WASTE CURBSIDE COLLECTIONS
(Media release from the City of Rome, GA): The City of Rome Solid Waste Department would like to announce the upcoming holiday schedule for curbside collections. Solid Waste will be closed on November 25, December 23, December 24, and January 3.Provided are the route schedule changes. All items should be placed curbside by 7 a.m.…… read more »
FCS CCA FAME PATHWAY WINS MULTIPLE INTERNATIONAL FILM COMPETITION AWARDS
(Floyd County Schools media release): This past Saturday, the Rome International Film Festival held an awards ceremony for their Student Film Academy competition. Two groups from the Floyd County CCA FAME Pathway received awards. The 1st place award was presented to the film, “The Classroom.” Filmed as a parody of the hit TV show, The…… read more »
ROME SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA WILL CELEBRATE ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARY WITH A DERBY DAY EVENT
(Rome Symphony Orchestra media release): The Rome Symphony Orchestra has announced the date and theme of their 100th season anniversary soirée: A Day at the Races. Rome Symphony supporters and Northwest Georgia residents alike are encouraged to mark their calendars for the event to be held Saturday, May 7th, 2022, from 5:30 p.m. – 10:00…… read more »
CORONAVIRUS, VACCINE UPDATE FROM GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
A total of 771 new cases of coronavirus and nine 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 1,275,238 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide since the beginning of this pandemic. The…… read more »
POWERS-SMITH TAKES THE REINS AS INTERIM PRESIDENT AND CEO OF ROME-FLOYD CHAMBER
Pam Powers-Smith has officially assumed the post of interim President and CEO of the Rome-Floyd Chamber. She is the successor to Jeanne Krueger, whose last day as the Chamber’s President and CEO was last Friday. Powers-Smith, who previously served as Director of Business and Industry, once led the Chamber of Commerce over in Opelika, Alabama…… read more »