Registration continues for the annual Harbin Clinic Leprechaun-A-Thon 5K run and two-mile health walk, scheduled for Saturday, March 14th. The event will once again feature a flat, fast course around downtown Rome that will lead to a foam-filled celebration on the Town Green. Jim Alred, the Recreation Services Manager at Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation, enthuses…… read more »
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LOCAL POLITICAL PARTIES AIM TO CONNECT WITH VOTERS
Those running for office in 2020 elections have been out in force to connect with local voters. Luke Martin, Chair of the Floyd County Republican Party, says that a wealth of candidates have been on hand for GOP events to meet voters ever since the beginning of this year. Find a listing of upcoming Floyd…… read more »
KASMAR NAMED RPD OFFICER OF THE YEAR
PFC Scott Kasmar has been named the Rome Police Department’s Officer of the Year for 2020. He was honored on Monday night at the regular meeting of the Rome City Commission.… read more »
TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN MARCH 24TH PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE PRIMARY
Today is the last day to register to vote in the Presidential Preference Primary election on March 24th. Voter registration is available at the Floyd County Elections Office, located at the county’s Administration Building in downtown Rome, and on the Georgia Secretary of State’s website (www.registertovote.sos.ga.gov), asserts Dr. Tom Rees, the Chairman of the Floyd…… read more »
CITY COMMISSION TO MEET TONIGHT, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WILL GATHER ON TUESDAY
The Rome City Commission is slated to meet in regular session this evening. Their 6:30 pm meeting will be preceded by a caucus at 5 pm at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. Both are open to the public. Floyd County Commissioners are scheduled to gather on Tuesday. They will meet in…… read more »
RAIN IS BACK IN THE FORECAST (SURPRISE, SURPRISE)
A sunny weekend is once again being followed by rain for the Greater Rome area to start this work (or school) week. The forecast calls for a 100 percent chance of showers for today, according to the National Weather Service; high temperatures will be in the low 50s. There’s a 100 percent chance of showers,…… read more »
CONCERNS OVER POTENTIAL FOR BLACK ICE HAS LED TO SOME CLOSURES, DELAYS
There are a number of closures and delays for today due to concerns over the potential for black ice overnight. Floyd County Schools will observe a Digital Learning Day. The Rome City Schools are closed today; teachers will be in touch with parents and students regarding assignments via School Status and Google Classroom. Darlington School…… read more »
ELECTIONS OFFICIALS AIM TO EDUCATE LOCAL VOTERS ON NEW VOTING MACHINES
The Floyd County Board of Elections and Registration aims to educate local voters on the new voting machines that will be used for 2020 elections. This secure paper-ballot system will be used for the first time ever across Georgia during the Presidential Preference Primary on March 24th. Dr. Tom Rees, Chairman of the Elections Board,…… read more »
FEBRUARY IS NATIONAL HEART MONTH
February is observed every year as National Heart Month. It is a time to take care of your heart and be aware of your risk for heart disease. Dr. Chas Jackson, cardiologist with Harbin Clinic, asserts that the purpose of the observance by the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology is ultimately…… read more »
WEATHER UPDATE: CLOSINGS AND DELAYS
City of Rome Administrative Offices After reviewing today’s weather briefing from the Floyd County Emergency Management Agency and in light of the anticipated cold and possibility for black ice in the morning, the City of Rome will delay opening all city administrative offices until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 21, 2020. — Darlington School – Due to…… read more »