Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Floyd County Schools and Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Turrentine as the new board member serving the Armuchee community. In an unanimous 4-0 vote, the board selected Mr. Turrentine for his extensive experience and dedication to education and community service. Steve Turrentine…… read more »
Media release from Darlington School: Semifinalists for the statewide Governor’s Honors Program have been announced, and current junior Fucheng Li has been selected to advance in the Agricultural Research, Biotechnology and Science category. “Fucheng is an excellent student,” said Director of Upper School Chad Woods. “He has taken the most challenging science and math courses we…… read more »
The Family Resource Center is excited to introduce a new fundraiser in ’25 – the Lip Sync Battle! This event is set for Thursday, March 13th at 6:30 pm at the Forum River Center in downtown Rome. Tina Bartleson, FRC Executive Director, says that locals are invited to bring their favorite song to life at…… read more »
The Three Rivers Singers will present “Love on Broadway” on the afternoon of Saturday, February 22nd at 4 pm at Garden Lakes Baptist Church, located at 2200 Redmond Circle in Rome. Romantic love is not the only kind of love, says Kam Malone, Director. This show will explore many types of love. “Love on Broadway”…… read more »
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Floyd County Schools is proud to announce that Garden Lakes Elementary School has emerged as the champion of the 2nd annual FCS Reading Bowl competition, held at Shorter University. In a spirited contest that showcased the reading prowess of fourth-grade students, Pepperell Elementary School secured the runner-up position.…… read more »
Media release from Darlington School: Stop the press! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit will inspire everyone to fight for what’s right and seize the day. Darlington’s fine arts department and The Darlington Players will present Disney’s “Newsies, the Broadway Musical” Feb. 21-23 downtown at the historic Rome City Auditorium. Show times are 6…… read more »
Announcement from Floyd County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers – Georgia: The Floyd County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers will present a free Community Workshop on “Pruning” on Saturday, March 8th from 2pm to 4pm at Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home in Rome, GA. This is a great way to learn basic pruning skills and gain knowledge about…… read more »
The Rome Symphony Orchestra will present “An Evening of Broadway with Jacque” on Saturday, February 15th at 7 pm at the Rome City Auditorium. The doors will open at 6 pm. Jacquelynne Fontaine Isaac, star of stage and screen, will be back in Rome to join the orchestra for classic and contemporary Broadway hits, says…… read more »
Media release from Rome Little Theatre: “Pride and Prejudice” by Kate Hamill is a bold, surprising, and boisterous adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel exploring the absurdities and thrills of finding the perfect (or imperfect) match in life. The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined to never marry, despite mounting pressure from society. But can she…… read more »
From the Floyd County, GA Sheriff’s Office: On February 12, 2025, we hosted a public meeting to discuss the jail-based 287(g) program, which is a collaboration with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Our partnership with ICE and the 287(g) program has been in place since 2018. The meeting generated significant interest from the community…… read more »