A Georgia Northwestern Technical College graduate was recently employed by SpaceX. Dusty Powell, who holds two degrees from GNTC, has taken his ‘dream job’ as a Maintenance Technician for the aerospace company, reports a release from the college. Powell took the lessons he learned from GNTC over to SpaceX. He asserts, “Everything I did in…… read more »
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STATE LAWMAKERS READY TO TACKLE BUDGET IN THIS NEW YEAR AMID REVENUE SHORTFALL
When state lawmakers convene for the 2020 legislative session, they will hit the ground running in an effort to create a balanced budget for Georgia. This will be a great challenge as state revenues have declined over recent months, says Katie Dempsey of Rome, Representative for the 13th District in the state House of Representatives. …… read more »
GOT NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS? BE SMART ABOUT THEM!
Did you make a New Year’s resolution for 2020? Maybe your aim is to have a healthier diet and get in shape. Or perhaps you know that it is time for you to quit smoking. Whatever your goals, be SMART about them, urges Kristen Gaylor Scarber, licensed counselor at the Balanced Living Counseling Center in…… read more »
FIRST CAVE SPRING POLAR PLUNGE OF THE DECADE DRAWS JUMPERS AND VIEWERS FROM AROUND REGION, NATION AND EVEN THE WORLD
The annual Cave Spring Polar Plunge drew participants and spectators from around the community, nation and even world on New Year’s Day at Rolater Lake. The event raised funds for the Cave Spring Historical Society. Rome resident Dawn Cortez was bold enough to take the plunge. It had been 32 years since her last Polar…… read more »
LOCAL NEW YEAR’S EVE FESTIVITIES INCLUDE A SPECIAL EVENT AT FORUM ON ICE
Less than a week remains to hit the ice at the Forum River Center! The final day of the Forum On Ice for this holiday season will be January 6, 2020. Thomas Kislat, Sales Manager for the downtown venue, cordially invites all Romans to ring in the coming New Year rinkside. A New Year’s Eve…… read more »
IMPENDING ARRIVAL OF A NEW YEAR MEANS THAT ANOTHER LEGISLATIVE SESSION IS ON THE HORIZON
The impending arrival of a New Year means that a brand new session of the Georgia General Assembly is on the horizon. State legislators will officially begin their work under the Gold Dome in Atlanta on January 13, 2020. State Representative Katie Dempsey indicates that she and her colleagues are already preparing for what she…… read more »
HAVE FUN AS YOU RING IN 2020, BUT BE SAFE!
Law enforcement will be out in force as we exit 2019 and usher in 2020. The 30-hour New Year’s holiday period begins tonight at 6 pm and continues until 11:59 pm on Wednesday night, according to the designation from the Georgia Department of Public Safety. If you need a safe way home from your New…… read more »
AAA: GAS PRICES ROSE SLIGHTLY OVER THE PAST WEEK
Gas prices in Georgia have increased slightly over the past week, according to AAA, The Auto Club Group, which reports that motorists across the state are now paying an average of $2.42 per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline. That price is four cents more than a week ago, three cents less than a month ago…… read more »
READY TO TAKE THE PLUNGE IN CAVE SPRING ON NEW YEAR’S DAY?
The 2020 Cave Spring Polar Plunge will be hosted on New Year’s Day by the Cave Spring Historical Society. Registration will begin at 10:30 am with the jump set for high noon at Rolater Lake. Those brave enough to jump must pay $25 to do so. Jumpers will be treated to a t-shirt as well…… read more »
BE CAREFUL WITH THOSE FIREWORKS AS WE HEAD INTO 2020
Do you plan to usher in the year 2020 with your very own fireworks display? Fireworks are often used to celebrate special occasions, but the National Fire Protection Association discourages the use of consumer fireworks. However, if you must light up the night – use caution! This is the message of the Rome Floyd County…… read more »