Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Donny Holmes, program director and instructor of Construction Management at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), has been recognized as an education leader in the construction industry. Construction Ready, a not-for-profit entity focused on building a skilled construction workforce, presented Holmes with its Leadership in Education award on Dec.…… read more »
Media release from Cancer Navigators: Cancer Navigators has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The “Nourishing Our Neighbors” grant supports community feeding partners as they tackle food insecurity and promote healthier lifestyles through nutritional education initiatives. These programs empower individuals to make healthier food choices and…… read more »
Media release from the American Red Cross of Georgia: December is a time to close out the year making new memories. With just two weeks left in 2024, the American Red Cross asks donors to give blood or platelets now to help those in need enjoy the rest of the holiday season with loved ones. Donors with…… read more »
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Georgia gas price average increased slightly at the pump compared to a week ago. Drivers pay an average of $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 1 cent more than a week ago, 3 cents less than a month ago, and 6 cents less than this time…… read more »
Rome City Commissioners will meet on Monday evening at 6:30 pm at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. A caucus will be held at 5 pm in the Sam King Room. Check out the agenda at www.romega.us. To watch the meeting live online, use the YouTube link listed below:… read more »
Announcement from Floyd County, GA: The Floyd County Board of Elections will hold a Special Called meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the Floyd County Election Center, 18 East 12th Street, Rome. The special called meeting is for the purpose of calling a Special Election for County Commission Post Four on March 18, 2025. The…… read more »
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic will partner with Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation to help usher in the new year with a fireworks show. It marks the third consecutive year Atrium Health Floyd has presented the New Year’s Eve Fireworks Extravaganza, and now Harbin Clinic is joining the festivities…… read more »
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Construction on the new Rome Middle Schools continues and significant progress can be seen by driving past the school. Parrish Construction recently offered some construction updates for the facility. The D (first classroom wing) building, the A1 (front office and admin area) building, and the A2 (kitchen and…… read more »
Do you plan to do some Christmas shopping over the weekend? The Rome-Floyd Chamber urges you to shop locally! Pam Powers-Smith, President and CEO, says that shopping locally ensures that tax dollars stay here in the community and offers support to businesses that support the community. Shoppers are just as likely to find that perfect…… read more »
Media release from the Office of Georgia Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire (OCI): The Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire (OCI) announces an extension of the deadline to enroll in coverage that will begin on January 1, 2025. “Open Enrollment is the optimal time for Georgians to explore affordable options for health…… read more »