Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 3.6 percent in February, up two-tenths over-the-previous-month. A year ago, the rate was 3.2 percent. “Jobs are growing, and so is Georgia’s future,” said GDOL Interim Successor Louis DeBroux. “With regional job growth…… read more »
Local News
THREE RIVERS SINGERS’ 25TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT SET FOR MAY 22ND
Three Rivers Singers will host their 25th anniversary concert on Thursday, May 22nd at 7 pm at the Rome City Auditorium. Attendees will enjoy a performance of “A Vision Unfolding”, says Virginia McChesney, President of the Board of Directors. Acclaimed singer Indra Thomas will join Three Rivers Singers for the special performance, enthuses McChesney. There…… read more »
SPRING ART MARKET SLATED FOR THIS WEEKEND AT THE ROME CIVIC CENTER
The Georgia’s Rome Welcome Center and Gift Shop invites the public to the annual Georgia’s Rome Spring Art Market, slated for Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm at the Rome Civic Center. Admission and parking will be free of charge. This celebration of Georgia artists, crafts,…… read more »
MODEL HIGH SCHOOL’S SARA GRACE ABERNATHY NAMED 2025 GEORGIA SCHOLAR
Media release from the Floyd County, GA Schools: The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) has announced that Sara Grace Abernathy from Model High School has been recognized as a 2025 Georgia Scholar. This prestigious honor is being awarded to 145 graduating seniors across Georgia for their excellence in school and community life. This is Abernathy’s…… read more »
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF ROME-FLOYD COUNTY: HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN SOME CASH AND SUPPORT YOUTH VIA THE 2025 CIS TICKET FUNDRAISER
How would you like the opportunity to win some cash and support a good cause at the same time? If your answer is yes, Communities in Schools of Rome-Floyd County encourages you to participate in the 2025 CIS Ticket Fundraiser. Tickets are $20 each, and each offers the chance to win the grand prize of…… read more »
Local Sports
ATLANTA BRAVES FINISH SEASON-OPENING ROAD TRIP 0-7
The Atlanta Braves concluded their season-opening road trip on Wednesday night with a loss in Los Angeles, CA to the Dodgers by a final score of 6-5. The Braves are now 0-7, and the defending World Series champion Dodgers are 8-0 to begin the 2025 regular season. Shohei Otani clubbed a walk-off homer in the…… read more »
ROME EMPERORS MOVE 2025 SEASON OPENER TO WINSTON-SALEM
The Rome Emperors will not begin their 2025 regular season at home, after all. The season opener has been relocated to Winston Salem, NC. According to a statement from the team – “We regret to inform you that due to a pipe bursting in the Rome clubhouse causing significant water damage earlier this week, our…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS DROP WEDNESDAY NIGHT MATCH AT DALLAS TO MAVERICKS
The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Dallas Mavericks by 120-118 on Wednesday night in Dallas, TX. Trae Young scored a team-high 25 points and had 12 assists for the Hawks, who have their last two straight games and are now 36-40 on the 2024-2025 regular season. Anthony Davis led all players in scoring with 34…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES REMAIN WINLESS ON 2025 REGULAR SEASON AFTER TUESDAY NIGHT LOSS IN LA TO THE DODGERS
The Atlanta Braves lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers by a final score of 3-1 on Tuesday night in the middle outing of a three-game series at Dodger Stadium out in Los Angeles, CA. The Braves are now 0-6, while the defending World Series champion Dodgers are 7-0 to begin the 2025 regular season. The…… read more »
ROME EMPERORS RELEASE 2025 PRELIMINARY ROSTER
Media release from the Rome Emperors: The Atlanta Braves, in conjunction with High-A affiliate Rome, today announced the roster for the Emperors ahead of the 2025 season. Once again there is no shortage of pitching talent on Rome’s break camp roster with five of MLB Pipeline’s Top 30 Braves prospects beginning the year in High-A:…… read more »