The Cave Spring Historical Society will benefit from the 2025 Cave Spring Ghost Tours, slated for this Friday and Saturday, October 24th and 25th. Tours will begin at 6 pm and will depart every half hour from the Vann Cabin at 24 Broad Street. Christa Jackson, President of the Cave Spring Historical Society’s Board of…… read more »
Announcement from Floyd County, GA: The Floyd County Board of Commissioners will a Special Called meeting on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. in the Community Room, Suite 206 of the County Administration building located at 12 East 4th Avenue, Rome. The purpose of the special called meeting is for employee years of service recognition. The meeting…… read more »
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: AdventHealth Redmond is proud to announce the recipients of its Fourth Annual Medical Staff Awards, honoring outstanding providers who exemplify the highest standards of care and service. Nominated by their peers and colleagues, these winners represent the very best of our medical community. 2025 Honorees Physician of the YearChris Merritt,…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: As the federal government shutdown continues, more than 110,000 Georgia workers face missed paychecks and uncertain futures. In response, the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL), in partnership with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and WorkSource Georgia, is mobilizing statewide resources to help impacted federal employees…… read more »
Media release from the American Red Cross Georgia Region: As temperatures drop in Georgia, the American Red Cross of Georgia urges families to take several steps to heat their home safely. “When it gets cold, everyone wants to stay warm, but you’ve got to do it safely,” said Alicia Doherty, Regional Executive for the Red Cross…… read more »
The Salvation Army of Rome, GA seeks support from community members to make the upcoming holiday season brighter for those in need. Registration continues through October for the non-profit’s 2025 Angel Tree program, states Major Hank Harwell, Corps Officer. Families with children from birth to age 12 are eligible to apply, as are seniors age…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) Respiratory Care graduate Jay Shedd, system director of Respiratory Therapy, Sleep Lab and Neurodiagnostic at Atrium Health Floyd in Rome, continues to collaborate with GNTC faculty and students to prepare future respiratory therapists for the workforce. Shedd advocates for students to learn first-hand…… read more »
Media release from Berry College: In the new college admissions book “Dream School,” families are urged to ditch the “Top 25 or bust” mindset and look at hidden-gem colleges with value and rich opportunities like Berry College. To help students find their perfect match, the book by bestselling author and higher education journalist Jeff Selingo, highlights…… read more »
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Atrium Health Floyd nurses and other teammates have been recognized as part of the organization’s Nursing Excellence Awards program – designed and developed by nurses for nurses. The program honors clinical direct patient care nurses, nurse leaders and clinical or non-clinical nurse-led teams. Winners will be considered for division-level…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (or DECAL): The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) last week announced a new statewide initiative focusing on ways child care providers, parents, and caregivers can prevent choking in children. The educational campaign, Chop, Look, Listen, highlights safety fundamentals to protect Georgia’s…… read more »