Media release from Rome Little Theatre: Let’s do the time warp again! “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with shadow cast returns to Rome Little Theatre this October. Released in 1975, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is the beloved musical comedy horror film that became a cultural phenomenon. The film is a tribute to the science fiction…… read more »
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TAKE STEPS TO ENSURE A SAFE HALLOWEEN
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Parents who want Halloween to be fun and not frightful for little ghouls and goblins can take some pre-emptive steps to ensure a fun night. If you are already considering that perfect costume, safety considerations should be high on that list. “It’s important to make sure your child’s costume…… read more »
IT’S AIR SHOW WEEKEND IN ROME, GA AS WINGS OVER NORTH GEORGIA TAKES TO THE SKIES
It’s air show weekend in Rome, GA! The 2025 Wings Over North Georgia air show will take to the skies above Rome’s Russell Regional Airport today through Sunday. Friday Night Flights will highlight opening day activities with a twilight and night air show that will conclude with drones and fireworks. Bob Carlton with Vertigo Airshows…… read more »
WEEKEND EARLY VOTING OFFERED IN NOVEMBER 4TH ELECTION FOR THOSE UNABLE TO CAST ADVANCE BALLOTS ON WEEKDAYS
Don’t have time to vote early in the November 4th election on a weekday? Go during the weekend! Floyd County’s registered voters have the opportunity to cast their early ballots at the Elections Office, 18 East 12th Street in Rome, this Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, as well as next Saturday, October 25th…… read more »
ANNUAL TREE WALK SET FOR HALLOWEEN
Announcement from the Floyd County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers: The Floyd County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers will present their annual Tree Walk on Friday, October 31st from 2pm until 4pm. It will get underway at the AdventHealth Stadium Trailhead, ECO Greenway, on the Armuchee Connector by the bridge. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable walking…… read more »
AAA STUDY: NIGHTTIME VEHICLE PEDESTRIAN DETECTION IMPROVES, BUT RISKS REMAIN FOR ROADSIDE WORKERS
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: AAA’s latest research shows major progress in vehicle safety technology. Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB) systems now avoid nighttime collisions 60% of the time. That’s up from 0% in 2019. However, the study also found that high-visibility clothing, like what roadside assistance providers wear, can sometimes…… read more »
REMINDER FROM THE NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL CANCER COALITION DURING BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH – LADIES, MAKE SURE TO GET REGULAR MAMMOGRAMS!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition wants to remind women over 40 – be sure to get regular mammograms! Erin Hernandez, President and CEO, recommends that ladies speak to their physicians to determine their appropriate screening schedules. Assistance is provided through the coalition to those who cannot afford…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO OFFER FREE BREAST EXAMS ON FRIDAY
Media release from the Floyd County Health Department: The Floyd County Health Department will host a breast-cancer awareness event featuring free breast exams Friday, October 17, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the health department, 16 East 12th Street, Rome. Interested women may walk in for service during these hours. Door prizes, activities, and gift bags…… read more »
FAMILY FUN ON TAP FOR THIS SATURDAY AT FIDDLIN’ FEST 2025
Fiddlin’ Fest 2025 is scheduled for this Saturday from 10 am until 4 pm in downtown Rome. Attendees of the free bluegrass street festival will enjoy live music on two stages, arts and crafts vendors, family-friendly activities, a car show, and food. Highlights will additionally include the 2nd annual Plein Air Showcase of Georgia’s Rome.…… read more »
ROME HIGH STUDENTS SCORE HIGHER THAN THE NATIONAL AVERAGE ON ACT
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Rome City School students outperformed the national average on the ACT, scoring highest in reading and science, according to data released by the Georgia Department of Education on Wednesday, Oct. 15. Rome students scored an average of 18.8 in English, 19.5 in Mathematics, 21.3 in Reading, and 20.1…… read more »