Media release from the American Red Cross, Georgia Region: Atlantic hurricane season began this month. Disasters like hurricanes and severe summer weather can disrupt blood drives for several days and impact the momentum of a growing blood supply. Help the American Red Cross plan for the unexpected by making an appointment to give blood. Even when hospitals…… read more »
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: The Georgia gas price average decreased at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.86 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 2 cents lower than it was a week ago, 4 cents lower than…… 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: The Floyd County…… read more »
Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp: The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in May totaled $2.69 billion, for an increase of $224 million, or 9.1%, compared to FY 2024, when net tax collections approached $2.47 billion for the month. As a result of the hurricane-related tax filing deadline extension granted by Governor…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a Free Application Week on June 9-13 to help those who are seeking to enroll in the fall semester. GNTC will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming students during Free Application Week. The admissions deadline for the fall semester…… read more »
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Sisters Emily and Addison Baker both have Type 1 diabetes, and luckily, they also have each other. The determined duo came up with the T-shirt design for this year’s Kiki’s Kids Camp, organized annually by Floyd Healthcare Foundation and held at Darlington School. Their design celebrates possible scientific advances…… read more »
Are you looking for volunteer opportunities over the Summer? Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries could really use your help! Lindsey Kilby, Executive Director, says that volunteers are needed to pack Backpack Buddies for next school year and Summer feeding. Extra help is sought by the non-profit to make up for the assistance normally provided by area…… read more »
Media release from AdventHealth: AdventHealth is excited to share that the AngioScreen bus will be available at AdventHealth Medical Group at Shorter Ave on June 19, from 8 am to 3 pm. An AngioScreen is a noninvasive, 10-minute vascular screening designed to assess your risk of heart disease and stroke. This painless 10-minute assessment delivers immediate results at the…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Highlands College: Georgia Highlands College (GHC) has announced students named to the Spring 2025 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 of nine semester hours and achieve at least…… read more »
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation: Join us for a rejuvenating yoga circle in the picturesque setting of Ridge Ferry Park, on the Shoals Side. This serene outdoor environment invites all levels of yogis, from seasoned practitioners to complete beginners, to experience the joy of movement, breath, and community amidst nature’s beauty. The event…… read more »