Dreams are becoming reality with the recent construction commencement for the Children’s Museum of Rome at Mount Berry Mall. The ribbon cutting/grand opening at the museum is slated for late Spring to early Summer, according to Jenna Bosarge, co-founder, who attests that the goal is to be ready for field trips in the next school…… read more »
Local News
ROME-FLOYD PARKS & RECREATION INVITES COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO UPCOMING HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES AT RIDGE FERRY PARK
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks & Recreation: Rome-Floyd Parks & Recreation invites the community to celebrate the season at the upcoming Ridge Ferry Holiday Fest on Saturday, December 6 at Ridge Ferry Park. This festive event promises a full day of holiday cheer, featuring activities and attractions designed for families, children and visitors of all…… read more »
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ANNOUNCES LANE CLOSURE SUPENSIONS FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Media release from the Georgia Department of Transportation: The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is helping travelers get to their Thanksgiving destinations this year with fewer delays. To improve traffic flow during the Thanksgiving holiday, Georgia DOT will suspend lane closures on interstates, major state routes, and roadways near major shopping areas from 5 a.m.…… read more »
GEORGIA ARCHIVES TO HOST LUNCH & LEARN ON “GEORGIA’S HISTORICAL RECIPES” ON DECEMBER 12TH
Media release from the Georgia Archives: The Georgia Archives Lunch & Learn presentation, Georgia’s Historical Recipes, by Valerie Frey, will take place on-site on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Georgia Archives, 5800 Jonesboro Road, Morrow, GA. This event is free and open to the public, with no registration…… read more »
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER SEEKS CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC AS THE HOLIDAY SEASON APPROACHES
Many local non-profit organizations have needs and seek contributions from the public as we approach the holiday season. The Family Resource Center is happy to accept cash donations, according to Tina Bartleson, Executive Director. She adds that diapers are also needed at the center for the families that it serves. Contributions will support the FRC’s…… read more »
Local Sports
PLAYOFFS CONTINUE FOR LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAMS, UNITY CHRISTIAN TO PLAY FOR A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
Several local high school football teams continue their respective runs in the state playoffs this weekend. WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM will provide coverage of the Unity Christian School Lions as they face the LaFayette Christian Cougars at Northgate High School in the ’25 GAPPS Class AA 9-Man Football Championship Game this Saturday afternoon.…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS DROP THURSDAY NIGHT OUTING IN SAN ANTONIO, TX TO SPURS
The Atlanta Hawks fell to the San Antonio Spurs by 135-126 in NBA action on Thursday night in San Antonio, TX. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored a game-high 38 points for the Hawks, who have lost their last two consecutive games and are now 9-7 on the 2025-2026 regular season. Jalen Johnson added 26 points and 12…… read more »
LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAMS CONTINUE PLAYOFF RUN THIS WEEK
Several local high school football teams will continue to compete in the state playoffs this week. WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM will provide coverage of the Unity Christian School Lions as they face the LaFayette Christian Cougars at Northgate High School in the ’25 GAPPS Class AA 9-Man Football Championship Game this Saturday afternoon.…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS’ WINNING STREAK ENDS AT FIVE IN A ROW WITH TUESDAY NIGHT LOSS AT HOME TO DETROIT PISTONS
The Atlanta Hawks saw their longest winning streak of the year come to an end at five in a row with a loss at home to the Detroit Pistons by 120-112 on Tuesday night at State Farm Arena. Jalen Johnson scored a team-high 25 points for the Hawks, who are now 9-6 on the 2025-2026…… read more »
ATLANTA FALCONS DROP SUNDAY OUTING AT HOME TO CAROLINA PANTHERS
The Atlanta Falcons fell to the Carolina Panthers by a final score of 30-27 in overtime on Sunday afternoon at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. That marked the fifth consecutive loss for the Falcons, who are now 3-7 for the 2025 regular season. They will be in New Orleans, LA to take on the Saints next Sunday at…… read more »