Media release from the Office of Governor Brian P. Kemp: On Thursday, Governor Brian P. Kemp delivered his seventh State of the State Address to a joint session of the Georgia General Assembly. You can WATCH his annual address here, and you can find a copy of his address HERE. Additionally, the Office of Planning and Budget has…… read more »
Local News
FLOYD EMA OFFERS PREPAREDNESS TIPS AS WINTER CONTINUES
More Winter weather on the way? That is possible as this season continues, and it is wise to be prepared. Tim Herrington, the Director of the Floyd County Emergency Management Agency, says that now is a good time to get an NOAA weather radio and/or some reliable weather apps for the most up-to-date forecasts throughout…… read more »
REMINDER: KING CELEBRATION 2025 SET FOR THIS WEEKEND
Here’s a reminder that Rome’s MLK Commission invites the public to a host of events to celebrate the life and legacy of late Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. starting on Friday, January 17th and continuing through Monday, January 20th (MLK Day). Here’s the slate of activities, courtesy of the Commission: FRIDAY January 17,…… read more »
GNTC ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR 2025 GOAL AWARD
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Four Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) students have been selected as the college’s finalists for the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL), according to Trish Wiggins, coordinator for the college’s GOAL program. Listed are students chosen as finalists for the GOAL award showing (from left) the student’s name,…… read more »
ANNA K. DAVIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL RECOGNIZED AS CSI PROGRESS SCHOOL
Media release from the Rome, GA City Schools: The Georgia Department of Education has recognized Anna K. Davie Elementary School as a Comprehensive and Support and Improvement (CSI) school that has shown exceptional academic achievement or improvement. “I am so proud of this recognition for our school community! It reflects the positive strides we are…… read more »
Local Sports
ATLANTA HAWKS OPEN ROAD TRIP WITH WIN IN CHICAGO, IL OVER THE BULLS
The Atlanta Hawks opened a three-game road trip with a 110-94 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night in Chicago, IL. Keaton Wallace led all players in scoring with a career-high 27 points for the Hawks, who have won their last two straight games in the past two nights and are now 21-19 on…… read more »
HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS UPDATE: MODEL SPLITS PAIR AT TEMPLE
In case you missed it Tuesday night on WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM – Model High School’s basketball teams split a pair of games at Temple. The Lady Blue Devils won the opener by 45-39, and the Blue Devils dropped the nightcap in overtime by 74-71. WLAQ will be courtside again on Friday evening as Model…… read more »
GEORGIA TECH DROPS ACC MATCH AT HOME TO CLEMSON
Georgia Tech fell to Clemson by 70-59 in a men’s college basketball match among ACC rivals on Tuesday night in Atlanta. The Yellow Jackets are now 8-10 overall and 2-5 in conference play for the 2024-2025 season. They will return to action this Saturday at Florida State. Tip off is scheduled for noon in Tallahassee,…… read more »
TRAE YOUNG LEADS ATLANTA HAWKS TO WIN AT HOME OVER PHOENIX SUNS
The Atlanta Hawks picked up a 122-117 victory on their home court over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night at State Farm Arena. Trae Young notched a season-high 43 points for Atlanta, which improved to 20-19 on the 2024-2025 regular season. The Hawks will return to action tonight in Chicago, IL versus the Bulls. The…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD PARKS AND RECREATION: ANNUAL LEPRECHAUN-A-THON SET FOR MARCH 15TH
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation: The annual Leprechaun-a-thon 5K and Health Walk, presented by Atrium Health Floyd for the third consecutive year, will transform downtown Rome into a festive green celebration on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The USATF-certified race will begin at 6:30 p.m. on First Avenue near Bridgepoint Plaza, with a health…… read more »