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 »
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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 »
FLOYD EMA: ROAD CONSTRUCTION ONGOING IN TWICKENHAM, ROAD CLOSURE LIKELY NEXT WEEK
Announcement from Floyd County, GA Emergency Management: Road construction will be ongoing in Twickenham Estates this week, and continuing for at least another four weeks, in the area of #2 Trent Drive. The area of concern is blocked off and traffic will be able to navigate around with caution. A total road closure is likely…… read more »
LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR COOLING NOW OPEN
Media release from the Georgia Department of Human Services: Eligible residents may begin applying for cooling assistance through the Georgia Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This program assists low-income, elderly, and disabled Georgians with cooling costs through direct payments to home…… read more »
ROME AREA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS TO HOST ANNUAL FIREFLY FLING ON APRIL 25TH
The Rome Area Council for the Arts will host its annual Firefly Fling on the evening of Friday, April 25th from 7 pm until 10 pm at the Lewis Loft located in downtown Rome. This year’s Firefly Fling will be a celebration of cubism, a form of art made famous by Pablo Picasso. Lulie Ebaugh,…… read more »
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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 »
ATLANTA HAWKS LOSE TUESDAY NIGHT OUTING AT HOME TO PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS
The Atlanta Hawks were defeated on their home court by the Portland Trail Blazers 127-113 on Tuesday night at State Farm Arena. It allowed Portland to sweep the two-game season series between those teams. Trae Young notched a team-high 29 points and had 15 assists for the Hawks, who are now 36-39 on the 2024-2025…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES DROP SERIES OPENER IN LOS ANGELES TO THE DODGERS
The Atlanta Braves lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-1 on Monday night in the first meeting of a three-game set at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. It marked the fifth consecutive loss for the Braves, while the defending World Series champion Dodgers are 6-0 to start the 2025 regular season. The Dodgers got…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES SWEPT IN SAN DIEGO BY PADRES TO OPEN 2025 REGULAR SEASON
The Atlanta Braves were shut out by the San Diego Padres 5-0 on Sunday night in the finale of the teams’ four-game, season-opening set at Petco Park in San Diego, CA. It allowed the Padres to sweep the series. AJ Smith-Shawver was charged with the loss for Atlanta. Nick Pivetta picked up the win for…… read more »