Floyd County’s economy fared pretty well in 2020, in spite of the challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, asserts Wright Bagby, Chairman of the county’s Board of Commissioners, who believes that economic heartache was largely avoided because of Governor Brian Kemp’s decision to allow the communities across Georgia to re-open. Bagby also applauds Floyd…… read more »
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LATEST CORONAVIRUS, VACCINATION UPDATE FROM GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
A total of 1,793 new cases of coronavirus and 67 virus-related fatalities were reported in Georgia on Tuesday by the state Department of Public Health. According to the latest update by the DPH issued just before 3 pm, there have been 821,482 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide. The state’s death toll now stands at 15,209.…… read more »
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY COOSA VALLEY CELEBRATES THE COMPLETION OF THEIR 57TH HOME
Habitat for Humanity of Coosa Valley celebrated the completion of their 57th home this past Sunday, February 28th. The build, sponsored by First Baptist Church of Rome and their Hands of Christ project, began back on July 11th on Branham Avenue (in the midst of COVID-19) and took about eight months to complete, according to…… read more »
GEORGIA HOUSE PASSES CONTROVERSIAL VOTING BILL
The Georgia House of Representatives passed House Bill 531 on Monday, a bill aimed at revising the state’s voting laws. It passed along party lines by a final vote of 97-72 with Republicans in favor and Democrats against. The 66-page bill may be viewed at www.legis.ga.gov. The matter now heads over to the state Senate,…… read more »
CORONAVIRUS, VACCINATION UPDATE FROM THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
A total of 1,227 new cases of coronavirus and 80 virus-related deaths were reported in Georgia on Monday by the state’s Department of Public Health. One of those fatalities was here in Floyd County. According to the latest update by the DPH issued just before 3 pm, there have been 819,730 confirmed cases of COVID-19…… read more »
DAVIES HOMELESS SHELTERS CONTINUE TO FIELD CALLS FROM THOSE IMPACTED BY PANDEMIC
The William S. Davies Homeless Shelters have continued to field calls from those impacted by coronavirus, whether through a loss of employment or any other challenge. Devon Smyth, Executive Director, asserts that some call for simple advice, while others seek shelter. Smyth says that The Shelter, which is intended for men, and Ruth and Naomi…… read more »
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE FROM THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH; VOCCIO EXCITED ABOUT NEW JOHNSON AND JOHNSON VACCINE
A total of 1,554 new cases of coronavirus and just two virus-related fatalities were reported across Georgia on Sunday by the state’s Department of Public Health. According to the latest update by the DPH issued just before 3 pm, there have been 818,516 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide. The state’s death toll now stands at…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICES ROSE AGAIN LAST WEEK
Georgia’s gas prices rose again over the past week. According to AAA, The Auto Club Group, motorists statewide now pay an average price of $2.57 per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline. That is six cents more than last week, 33 cents more than last month, and 29 cents more than this time last year. It…… read more »
THE FLOYD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE IS HIRING!
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is hiring! Sheriff Dave Roberson indicates that his office provides a ‘great starting point’ for someone seeking a career in law enforcement. A career in law enforcement can be challenging, yet rewarding, states Sheriff Roberson, who adds that officers maintain good relationships with the people of Rome and Floyd County.…… read more »
LIST OF THOSE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE CORONAVIRUS VACCINE IN GEORGIA TO EXPAND ON MARCH 8TH
Governor Brian Kemp announced plans Thursday to expand the list of those eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine, effective March 8th. The list will then include Pre-K and K-12 public and private school teachers and faculty as well as Department of Early Care and Learning educators and staff, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (and…… read more »