Media release from the Floyd County, GA Police Department: The Floyd County Police Department recognized its Officer of the Year and Officers of the Quarter on Tuesday at its annual Christmas Luncheon. 2024 Officer of the Year is awarded to Sgt John Overstreet. On 09/16/2024, while off duty, Sgt Overstreet provided emergency first aid to…… read more »
Media release from the Rome, GA Downtown Development Authority: Join us this Thursday, December 19th, from 4 to 8 PM for an evening filled with holiday festivities during Rome for the Holidays. This event, hosted in downtown Rome, promises something for everyone—from shopping and movies to Santa and family-friendly fun. Here’s a look at what’s…… read more »
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: AdventHealth Redmond is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 EMS Service Awards, recognizing the dedicated EMS professionals’ outstanding contributions and exceptional service. These awards celebrate the heroic efforts and commitment to excellence demonstrated by team members across various districts.The awards included: EMT of the Year Paramedic of the…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Office of Adult Education held its Fall 2024 Graduation Ceremony on Dec. 12 for students who have earned their High School Equivalency diplomas. The ceremony was held at the Conference Center on GNTC’s Gordon County Campus in Calhoun to accommodate students and families…… read more »
Media release from Harbin Clinic: Harbin Clinic is excited to welcome cardiac electrophysiologist Dr. David Hirsh to Harbin Clinic Cardiology Rome. He brings a wealth of knowledge and looks forward to expanding the cardiac electrophysiology offerings at Harbin Clinic. He begins seeing patients in January of 2025. Dr. Hirsh grew up in Illinois where his father worked in…… read more »
Communities in Schools of Rome-Floyd County encourages trustworthy and inspiring adults to make a resolution in 2025 to invest in the lives of students by becoming a mentor or a volunteer. Gregory Wooten, Executive Director, says that mentors serve one-on-one as positive role models for students. Volunteers may serve in a more general capacity as…… read more »
Announcement from Floyd County, GA: A Special Called Meeting of the Floyd County Board of Commissioners has been rescheduled to Thursday, December 19 at 8:00 a.m. in the Community Room, Suite 206 of the Floyd County Administration Building at 12 East 4th Avenue in downtown Rome. The purpose is to adopt the FY 2025 budget. It is open to…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Donny Holmes, program director and instructor of Construction Management at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC), has been recognized as an education leader in the construction industry. Construction Ready, a not-for-profit entity focused on building a skilled construction workforce, presented Holmes with its Leadership in Education award on Dec.…… read more »
Media release from Cancer Navigators: Cancer Navigators has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The “Nourishing Our Neighbors” grant supports community feeding partners as they tackle food insecurity and promote healthier lifestyles through nutritional education initiatives. These programs empower individuals to make healthier food choices and…… read more »
Media release from the American Red Cross of Georgia: December is a time to close out the year making new memories. With just two weeks left in 2024, the American Red Cross asks donors to give blood or platelets now to help those in need enjoy the rest of the holiday season with loved ones. Donors with…… read more »