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 »
Local News
ADVENT HEALTH TO OFFER ANGIOSCREENINGS TO THE COMMUNITY
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 »
GHC: PRESIDENT’S AND DEAN’S LISTS ANNOUNCED FOR SPRING 2025
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 »
YOGA IN THE PARK IS RETURNING!
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 »
CRBI’S SWIM GUIDE IS BACK FOR 2025
Do you plan to swim, paddle, and/or fish in rivers, lakes, and/or other bodies of water in the Rome, GA area over the Summer? Before you hit the water, the Coosa River Basin Initiative urges you to check out its 2025 Swim Guide, available at www.coosa.org. Courtney Altice, Communications Manager, says that the non-profit is…… read more »
Local Sports
ATLANTA BRAVES DROP ANOTHER TO ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS AND HOPE TO NAB A WIN IN SERIES FINALE BEFORE HITTING THE ROAD AGAIN, ROME EMPERORS NOTCH WEDNESDAY NIGHT VICTORY IN GREENVILLE, SC OVER DRIVE
The Atlanta Braves fell to the Arizona Diamondbacks by 2-1 on Wednesday night in the second meeting of a three-game set at Truist Park. That marked the third straight loss for Atlanta and the third win in a row for Arizona. The Diamondbacks notched their first run of the night on an RBI single from…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES BEGIN SERIES WITH LOSS TO ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS, ROME EMPERORS OPEN ROAD TRIP WITH LOSS AT GREENVILLE, SC TO THE DRIVE
The Atlanta Braves lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks by a final score of 8-3 on Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game set at Truist Park. It was the second straight loss for Atlanta and the second win in a row for Arizona. The D’backs struck first with a home run by Ketel Marte…… read more »
ROME EMPERORS’ CEDRIC DE GRANDPRE EARNS SOUTH ATLANTIC LEAGUE PITCHER OF THE WEEK HONORS
Media release from the Rome Emperors: The South Atlantic League, in conjunction with Minor League Baseball, have announced their weekly award winners which included Emperors right-hander Cedric De Grandpre. For the second time in as many months, Horacio Ramirez’s staff celebrates a Pitcher of the Week nomination. This time, it’s Quebec, Canada’s-own Cedric De Grandpre…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD PARKS AND RECREATION: EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS STILL AVAILABLE FOR FALL SPORTS
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation: Give your child the chance to get moving, build confidence, and make lifelong memories with Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation’s exciting lineup of fall sports! Whether it’s tackle football, flag football, cheerleading, volleyball, baseball, softball, or t-ball, there’s something for every young athlete—and now is the perfect time to…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES CONTINUE HOMESTAND WITH SERIES VERSUS ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS AT TRUIST PARK, ROME EMPERORS ARE ON THE ROAD AGAIN
The Atlanta Braves had a scheduled off day on Monday and will resume their current six-game homestand this evening with the first of three games against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Spencer Strider will be Atlanta’s starting pitcher, while Zac Gallen will head to the mound for Arizona. The first pitch is slated for 7:15 pm at…… read more »