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 »
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NURSE OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCED AT ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD
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 »
GEORGIA LAUNCHES NEW CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT CHOKING IN CHILDREN
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 »
AAA: GEORGIA DRIVERS PUMP THE BREAKS ON COSTS AS GAS PRICES FALL AGAIN
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Georgia drivers are pumping the brakes on rising costs as gas prices fall for the second week in a row. The state average is now 6 cents lower than last week, giving drivers some welcome relief at the pump. As of Monday, the statewide average stands at $2.81 per…… read more »
EARLY VOTING CONTINUES FOR NOVEMBER 4TH ELECTION
Early voting will continue through the next couple of weeks in the November 4th election at the Floyd County Elections Office, 18 East 12th Street in Rome. Registered voters may cast their early ballots on weekdays between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm from through Friday, October 31st, as well as the next…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY ELECTIONS BOARD TO MEET TUESDAY
Announcement from Floyd County, GA: The Floyd County Board of Elections will meet on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Floyd County Administration building, 12 East 4th Avenue, Rome. Caucus will begin at 5:45 p.m. followed by the Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are open to the public. For more information, please contact the Floyd County…… read more »
“THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW” WITH SHADOW CAST TO RETURN TO ROME LITTLE THEATRE
Media release from Rome Little Theatre: Let’s do the time warp again! “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with shadow cast returns to Rome Little Theatre this October. Released in 1975, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is the beloved musical comedy horror film that became a cultural phenomenon. The film is a tribute to the science fiction…… read more »
TAKE STEPS TO ENSURE A SAFE HALLOWEEN
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Parents who want Halloween to be fun and not frightful for little ghouls and goblins can take some pre-emptive steps to ensure a fun night. If you are already considering that perfect costume, safety considerations should be high on that list. “It’s important to make sure your child’s costume…… read more »
IT’S AIR SHOW WEEKEND IN ROME, GA AS WINGS OVER NORTH GEORGIA TAKES TO THE SKIES
It’s air show weekend in Rome, GA! The 2025 Wings Over North Georgia air show will take to the skies above Rome’s Russell Regional Airport today through Sunday. Friday Night Flights will highlight opening day activities with a twilight and night air show that will conclude with drones and fireworks. Bob Carlton with Vertigo Airshows…… read more »
WEEKEND EARLY VOTING OFFERED IN NOVEMBER 4TH ELECTION FOR THOSE UNABLE TO CAST ADVANCE BALLOTS ON WEEKDAYS
Don’t have time to vote early in the November 4th election on a weekday? Go during the weekend! Floyd County’s registered voters have the opportunity to cast their early ballots at the Elections Office, 18 East 12th Street in Rome, this Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, as well as next Saturday, October 25th…… read more »