Media release from the Georgia Forestry Commission: Georgia’s forestlands are providing greater benefits to people with the use of a somewhat surprising tool: fire. “Prescribed fire,” often referred to as “good fire,” is a technique used by knowledgeable practitioners who manage forests for good health and desired outcomes. New statistics show more prescribed fires and…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 4.2 percent in July, up three-tenths of a percent over-the-month. A year ago, the rate was 3.4 percent. “With over 5 million Georgians ready to work, our mission is clear: to turn this untapped…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Transportation: The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) was named a southern regional winner in the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards during the Southeastern (SASHTO) annual conference held in Arkansas this year. The America’s Transportation Awards competition, sponsored by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO),…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Highlands College: Georgia Highlands College (GHC) will host Preview Days this fall semester, with free community events on Saturday, September 21, at the Floyd Campus and on Saturday, October 19, at the Cartersville site. The Floyd Campus is located at 3175 Cedartown Hwy, Rome, GA 30161 and the Cartersville site is…… read more »
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: When diagnosed with the condition of heart failure, a common initial response is to lose hope. Patients are requested to get treatment that leaves them physically and mentally exhausted, then use the remaining energy for daily activities. Many health conditions are serious, but when it comes to the heart, the…… read more »
Media release from NWGA Charter Academy Initiative: On Tuesday, August 20, elected officials and community leaders came together at Georgia Highlands College as the founding group unveiled plans for a transformative public charter school in northwest Georgia, aimed at providing innovative educational opportunities for local families. With over 80 public charter schools already enriching communities…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety: Be a hero by choosing not to drive after drinking because Georgia law enforcement officers are taking all drunk and drugged drivers they find on the road to jail. Those who choose to pass the keys to a sober designated driver or arrange a ride…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Highlands College: Georgia Highlands College (GHC) has announced students named to the Summer 2024 President’s List and Dean’s List. To achieve President’s List status, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average and attain a minimum of nine semester hours of credit. To make Dean’s List students, must complete a minimum…… read more »
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: The Rome City Board of Education met for a called board meeting on Monday, Aug. 19 at the Central Office Board Room. The board met to conduct the review for Rome City Schools Superintendent Dr. Eric L. Holland. The board evaluated Dr. Holland on 10 key points, including…… read more »
Media release from Rome Little Theatre: Rome Little Theatre’s production of Disney’s Descendants: The Musical will run August 30-September 8, 2024, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm. Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films! Imprisoned on…… read more »