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 »
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TWO FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS HONORED AS DISTINGUISHED SCHOOLS FOR POSITIVE BEHAVIOR
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Garden Lakes Elementary (GLES) and Johnson Elementary (JES) have been recognized as “PBIS Distinguished Schools” for their exemplary implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year for GLES and the fifth consecutive year for JES. Garden Lakes Elementary (GLES) and…… read more »
MOBILITY IMPAIRED ADVENTURERS CAN JOIN ‘FIRST DAY HIKES’ AT GEORGIA STATE PARKS
Media release from Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites: On New Year’s Day, outdoor enthusiasts with mobility impairments can join the national “First Day Hikes” movement in several Georgia State Parks. All-terrain wheelchairs will be available for free at Sweetwater Creek near Atlanta and Tallulah Gorge in northeast Georgia. Adventurers using these wheelchairs must register…… read more »
KINDRED FIRE ANNOUNCES YULETIDE JAMBOREE SHOW AND MARKET
Media release from Kindred Fire: Kindred Fire is thrilled to announce the Yuletide Jamboree Show & Market on Thursday, Dec. 19, at The Vogue in Rome, Georgia. Presented in partnership with Russell Cook & the Sweet Teeth and Paradise Gardens, this festive event blends live music, local artistry and holiday cheer while celebrating the enduring…… read more »
NEW PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL LOCATION ANNOUNCED: FOUNDING GROUP SITES ADVANTAGE OF CAMPUS SITE
Media release from the Northwest Georgia Charter Academy: The Cave Spring Community Coalition (CSCC) founding committee for the Northwest Georgia Charter Academy announces that the City of Cave Spring has offered two adjoining properties as a location for the future public charter school proposed to open in fall 2026. “We are delighted to announce our…… read more »
THREE RIVERS SINGERS TO PRESENT “ACCENTS OF CHRISTMAS” THIS SATURDAY
The Three Rivers Singers are slated to present “Accents of Christmas” this Saturday, December 14th at 4 pm at Garden Lakes Baptist Church, located at 2200 Redmond Circle in Rome. Kam Malone, Director, says that show will feature familiar Christmas songs with a twist. Two different versions of“Silent Night” will be performed, says Malone, who…… read more »
GOVERNOR KEMP: NOVEMBER TAX REVENUES UP 2.3%
Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp: The State of Georgia’s net tax collections during the month of November approached $2.38 billion, for an increase of $52.9 million, or 2.3%, compared to FY 2024, when net tax collections totaled $2.32 billion for the month. Year to date, net tax revenue collections totaled nearly $13.02 billion,…… read more »
THREE $10,000 MEGA MILLIONS WINNERS IN GEORGIA
Media release from the Georgia Lottery: Three Georgia Lottery players each won $10,000 in the Dec. 10, 2024, Mega Millions drawing. The lucky tickets were purchased online at the Georgia Lottery’s website, at Kroger located at 1476 Turner McCall Blvd. in Rome, and at Ellabell Food Mart at 10819 US Highway 280 in Ellabell. Each…… read more »
ROME HIGH AIR FORCE JROTC RECEIVES EXEMPLARY RATING IN INSPECTION
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Typically, the public sees Rome High’s Air Force JROTC cadets leading local parades and presenting the colors at football games and other events within the community and surrounding area. On a blustery day in mid-November, the cadets showed those skills and many more as evaluators from the headquarters…… read more »
AAA: RECORD NUMBER OF HOLIDAY TRAVELERS EXPECTED TO CLOSE OUT 2024
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Georgians are expected to travel in record numbers for the year-end holiday period (from Saturday, December 21 to Wednesday, January 1). AAA predicts that 3.7 million Georgians will travel 50 miles or more from home. That’s 108,677 more travelers than the previous record high set last…… read more »