The November 5th general election is now on the books. Donald Trump has won the race to become the 47th U.S. President. He delivered a victory speech before supporters in Florida in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. Complete election results for Georgia and each county statewide are posted on the Secretary of State’s website…… read more »
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FLOYD COUNTY HOMEMAKERS COUNCIL TO HOST 67TH ANNUAL MARGARET GAYLER ‘CHRISTMAS IN NOVEMBER’ HOMEMAKERS BAZAAR THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
The 67th annual Margaret Gayler ‘Christmas in November’ Homemakers Bazaar will be hosted by the Floyd County Homemakers Council on Friday from 9 am until 5 pm and Saturday from 9 am until 4 pm at the Rome Civic Center. Anna Cash, Council officer, says that the event will feature arts and crafts, funnel cakes,…… read more »
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RECOGNIZES FOUR FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS AS LITERACY LEADERS
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Floyd County Schools (FCS) is proud to announce that four schools have been recognized as Literacy Leaders for the 2023-24 school year by the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE). Rome, Ga. – Floyd County Schools (FCS) is proud to announce that four schools have been recognized as Literacy Leaders…… read more »
DYNAMIC SPEAKER KEVIN ATLAS INSPIRES ROME HIGH STUDENTS
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: “There are a lot of fake people out there and I’m going to keep this real. When I was in high school I probably wouldn’t have been excited about coming to hear a speaker like me. By the time I’m done, I’m going to give you guys the…… read more »
GEORGIA STATE PARKS INTRODUCE FREE COLORBLIND-ADAPTING GLASSES AT CLOUDLAND CANYON, SWEETWATER CREEK AND SKIDAWAY ISLAND
Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources: Georgia’s State Parks continue to enhance accessibility in new and innovative ways, with the latest addition being EnChroma colorblind glasses at three of its most popular destinations: Cloudland Canyon, Sweetwater Creek and Skidaway Island state parks. Just in time to capture late fall foliage, visitors with…… read more »
Local Sports
COLLEGE HOOPS ON WLAQ
Tune in for men’s college basketball on WLAQ 1410 AM or 96.9 FM tonight as the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets open up their 2024-2025 season as hosts to West Georgia. Tip off is scheduled for 7:30 pm in Atlanta; airtime is 7 pm from the Georgia Tech Sports Network. WLAQ will also broadcast Georgia Tech…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS LOSE MATCH AT HOME TO DEFENDING NBA CHAMPION BOSTON CELTICS
The Atlanta Hawks lost on their home court to the defending NBA champion Boston Celtics by 123-93 on Monday night at State Farm Arena. Jalen Johnson scored a team-high 20 points for the Hawks, who are now 3-5 on the 2024-2025 regular season. He also had 11 rebounds. Jayson Tatum had a game-high 28 points…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES’ MARCELL OZUNA NAMED AMONG FINALISTS FOR 2024 SILVER SLUGGER AWARDS
Atlanta Braves designated hitter Marcell Ozuna has been named a finalist for a 2024 Silver Slugger Award. Finalists were announced by MLB on Monday. Winners will be declared on November 12th. The Braves announced on Monday that they have exercised their $16 million option on Ozuna for 2025. They have declined options on Travis d’Arnaud…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES PITCHER CHRIS SALE WINS 2024 GOLD GLOVE AWARD
Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale has been named a 2024 National League Gold Glove Award winner! The announcement was made on Sunday night by MLB. That marks the first Gold Glove of his career.… read more »
ATLANTA FALCONS PICK UP SUNDAY VICTORY AT HOME OVER DALLAS COWBOYS
The Atlanta Falcons picked up a 27-21 win at home over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday afternoon at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It was the second victory in a row for the NFC South-leading Falcons and the third straight loss for the Cowboys. The Falcons are now 6-3 for the 2024 regular season. They will return to…… read more »