An abundance of safe and fun activities await local families on Halloween in Rome and Floyd County. Trick or Treat in Downtown Rome will take place from 3 pm until 5 pm. The businesses in the area will offer goodies to trick or treaters in costume, says Sami Spangler, Marketing Coordinator for Rome’s Downtown Development…… read more »
Local News
ONE WEEK REMAINS UNTIL THE NOVEMBER 5TH GENERAL ELECTION!
Just one week remains until the November 5th general election! This election will determine who will serve as the next President of the U.S., in addition to many other public offices. Floyd County voters may cast advance in-person ballots at any time between the hours of 7:30 am to 5:30 pm through Friday, November 1st…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT AWARDED $99,908.64 GRANT FOR LOCAL DUI ENFORCEMENT
Media release from the Floyd County, GA Police Department: The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety has announced that the Floyd County Police Department is one of 26 law enforcement agencies in Georgia to receive a Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic grant for the Federal 2025 Fiscal Year. Referred to as a H.E.A.T. grant, Floyd County…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD CHAMBER & ROME DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ANNOUNCE COLLEGE STUDENT DISCOUNT PROGRAM
Media release from the Rome, GA Downtown Development Authority: The Rome Floyd Chamber and the Downtown Development Authority of Rome are thrilled to announce a new initiative designed especially for students: the College Student Discount Program. This program offers exclusive discounts from local businesses specifically for students from Berry College, Georgia Highlands College, Georgia Northwestern…… read more »
ROME HIGH SCHOOL WINS ONE ACT PLAY COMPETITION REGION TITLE
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Rome High School’s One Act Play, “Shuddersome: Tales of Poe”, scared the competition on Saturday as the cast and crew captured the Region 5-5A Title and booked a spot in the upcoming Class 5A State Championships. “I am so humbled to be part of these young people’s lives.…… read more »
Local Sports
ATLANTA HAWKS DROP MONDAY NIGHT OUTING AT HOME TO WASHINGTON WIZARDS, TEAMS TO MEET AGAIN WEDNESDAY NIGHT IN DC
The Atlanta Hawks lost at home to the Washington Wizards by a final score of 121-119 in NBA action on Monday night at the State Farm Arena. It was the second straight loss for Atlanta and the first win of the 2024-2025 regular season for Washington. Jalen Johnson notched a game-high 29 points and had…… read more »
ATLANTA FALCONS TAKE NFC SOUTH SHOWDOWN VERSUS TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
The Atlanta Falcons beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-26 on Sunday in an NFC South showdown at Raymond James Stadium down in Tampa, FL. The Falcons now lead that division with a record of 5-3 for the ’24 regular season. They will be back home at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta next Sunday to host the…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS HANDED FIRST LOSS OF THE 2024-2025 REGULAR SEASON BY UNDEFEATED OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER
The Atlanta Hawks fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder by 128-104 in NBA action at Oklahoma City, OK on Sunday evening. It was Atlanta’s first loss of the 2024-2025 regular season. Trae Young notched a team-high 24 points for the Hawks, who are now 2-1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led all players in scoring with a total…… read more »
IT’S TIME FOR FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, WEEK 11!
It’s time for Friday night lights in Northwest Georgia as area high school football teams take the field for the 11th week of play in the 2024 regular season! WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM have coverage of Darlington football again this year. The Tigers will hit the road to face the Temple Tigers in a Region…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS OPEN 2024-2025 REGULAR SEASON WITH WIN AT HOME OVER BROOKLYN NETS
The Atlanta Hawks opened their 2024-2025 regular season with a 120-116 victory at home over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night at State Farm Arena. Trae Young led the charge for Atlanta with 30 points and 12 assists. Onyeka Okongwu had 28 points off the bench. Cam Thomas led all players in scoring with 36…… read more »