The Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism has announced that it will reopen the Roman Chariot service, which provides free transportation to customers and visitors to downtown Rome, on Friday, May 15th. To ensure driver and passenger safety, several precautions will be followed. A protective barrier between driver and passengers will be installed on every cart.…… read more »
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NUMBER OF CORONAVIRUS CASES IN GEORGIA EXCEEDS 30,000
The number of coronavirus cases across Georgia has exceeded 30,000 as the death toll is nearing 1,300, per the state Department of Public Health. According to the latest report by the DPH, there were 30,032 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide as of 5:30 am this morning. There were 1,295 deaths due to the coronavirus. In…… read more »
CALLS TO ELEVATION HOUSE HAVE DOUBLED IN THE DAYS OF CORONAVIRUS
Elevation House, a non-profit whose mission is to end economic and social isolation for adults living with mental illness, has experienced a rise in calls from those seeking assistance amid the days of coronavirus. Carrie Edge, Executive Director, says that Elevation House has been offering virtual services to members ever since the pandemic struck our…… read more »
IN-PERSON LEPRECHAUN-A-THON MAY HAVE BEEN CANCELLED IN MID-MARCH, BUT RUNNERS/WALKERS MAY NOW PARTICIPATE IN VIRTUAL EVENT
The coronavirus outbreak prevented Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation and the Harbin Clinic from hosting the annual Leprechaun-A-Thon back in mid-March as originally planned. The community is now invited to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in May via participation in the virtual Leprechaun-A-Thon 5K and Shamwalk, according to an RFPR media release. The virtual Leprechaun-A-Thon is a…… read more »
DPH: STATEWIDE CORONAVIRUS CASES APPROACHING 30,000
Georgia’s number of coronavirus cases is approaching 30,000 as the death toll nears 1,250, per the state Department of Public Health. According to the latest report by the DPH, there were 29,423 confirmed cases of COVID-19 statewide as of 5:30 am this morning. There were 1,246 deaths due to the coronavirus. In Floyd County, there…… read more »
IT’S NATIONAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM WEEK! LOCAL ACTIVITIES DELAYED UNTIL SEPTEMBER
It’s National Travel and Tourism Week! The observance is spearheaded each year by the US Travel Association to celebrate the positive impact that travel has on the economy, businesses, and personal wellbeing. The local celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week is being delayed until September due to concerns over coronavirus, says Kristi Kent, Director…… read more »
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER ROME ISSUES FIRST ROUND OF GRANTS FROM COVID-19 RECOVERY FUND
The Community Foundation for Greater Rome has announced the first round of grants from the COVID-19 Recovery Fund to 17 non-profit organizations in Rome, according to a release from the organization. The fund is an initiative to help local non-profits address the long-term needs in Rome and Floyd County as the effects of the global…… read more »
DPH: NUMBER OF CORONAVIRUS CASES IN GEORGIA IS NEARING 29,000
The number of coronavirus cases across Georgia is approaching 29,000, per the state Department of Public Health. The death toll is just under 1,200. According to the latest report by the DPH, there were 28,942 confirmed cases of COVID-19 across the state as of 5:30 am this morning. There were a total of 1,183 fatalities.…… read more »
CHIEFTAINS MUSEUM EDUCATES AND ENTERTAINS THE PUBLIC IN THE DAYS OF CORONAVIRUS
The Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home may not be open at this time due to the coronavirus outbreak, but is still extending educational opportunities to families via the internet. Heather Shores, Executive Director of the museum, acknowledges that ‘the natives are getting restless’ and encourages the public to enjoy family-friendly activities online at www.chieftainsmuseum.org. Just click…… read more »
‘AMERICA STRONG’ TAKES FLIGHT OVER ATLANTA
The US Navy’s Blue Angels and the US Air Force’s Thunderbirds blazed the skies over Atlanta this past Saturday. The elite jet demonstration teams were here in the Peach State as part of America Strong, a nationwide tribute to the healthcare workers, first responders, and others on the front lines in the battle against coronavirus.…… read more »