Category Archives: Local News

THREE RIVERS SINGERS TO PRESENT “LOVE ON BROADWAY” ON FEBRUARY 22ND

THREE RIVERS SINGERS TO PRESENT “LOVE ON BROADWAY” ON FEBRUARY 22ND

The Three Rivers Singers will present “Love on Broadway” on the afternoon of Saturday, February 22nd at 4 pm at Garden Lakes Baptist Church, located at 2200 Redmond Circle in Rome. Romantic love is not the only kind of love, says Kam Malone, Director. This show will explore many types of love. “Love on Broadway”…read more »

GARDEN LAKES ELEMENTARY WINS 2ND ANNUAL FCS READING BOWL COMPETITION, PEPPERELL ELEMENTARY CLAIMS RUNNER UP TITLE

GARDEN LAKES ELEMENTARY WINS 2ND ANNUAL FCS READING BOWL COMPETITION, PEPPERELL ELEMENTARY CLAIMS RUNNER UP TITLE

Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Floyd County Schools is proud to announce that Garden Lakes Elementary School has emerged as the champion of the 2nd annual FCS Reading Bowl competition, held at Shorter University.  In a spirited contest that showcased the reading prowess of fourth-grade students, Pepperell Elementary School secured the runner-up position.…read more »

DARLINGTON TO PRESENT “NEWSIES” IN DOWNTOWN ROME FEBRUARY 21-23

Media release from Darlington School: Stop the press! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit will inspire everyone to fight for what’s right and seize the day. Darlington’s fine arts department and The Darlington Players will present Disney’s “Newsies, the Broadway Musical” Feb. 21-23 downtown at the historic Rome City Auditorium. Show times are 6…read more »

FLOYD COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS PLANS WORKSHOP ON PRUNING FOR SATURDAY, MARCH 8TH

Announcement from Floyd County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers – Georgia: The Floyd County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers will present a free Community Workshop on “Pruning” on Saturday, March 8th from 2pm to 4pm at Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home in Rome, GA. This is a great way to learn basic pruning skills and gain knowledge about…read more »

ROME LITTLE THEATRE’S PRODUCTION OF “PRIDE AND PREJUDICE” OPENS ON VALENTINE’S DAY, RUNS FOR TWO WEEKENDS AT THE HISTORIC DESOTO THEATRE

ROME LITTLE THEATRE’S PRODUCTION OF “PRIDE AND PREJUDICE” OPENS ON VALENTINE’S DAY, RUNS FOR TWO WEEKENDS AT THE HISTORIC DESOTO THEATRE

Media release from Rome Little Theatre: “Pride and Prejudice” by Kate Hamill is a bold, surprising, and boisterous adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel exploring the absurdities and thrills of finding the perfect (or imperfect) match in life. The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined to never marry, despite mounting pressure from society. But can she…read more »

FCSO HOSTS PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS PARTNERSHIP WITH ICE

FCSO HOSTS PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS PARTNERSHIP WITH ICE

From the Floyd County, GA Sheriff’s Office: On February 12, 2025, we hosted a public meeting to discuss the jail-based 287(g) program, which is a collaboration with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Our partnership with ICE and the 287(g) program has been in place since 2018. The meeting generated significant interest from the community…read more »

GOVERNOR KEMP APPOINTS JOSH LAMB TO SERVE AS DIRECTOR OF GEORGIA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND HOMELAND SECURITY AGENCY

GOVERNOR KEMP APPOINTS JOSH LAMB TO SERVE AS DIRECTOR OF GEORGIA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND HOMELAND SECURITY AGENCY

Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp: Governor Brian P. Kemp on Wednesday announced his appointment of Josh Lamb as director of the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS). Lamb will fill the role following the departure of previous director Chris Stallings. “I’m honored to welcome Lt. Col. Lamb to GEMA…read more »

FLOYD COUNTY ELECTIONS BOARD TO MEET TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH

Announcement from Floyd County, GA Board of Elections and Registration: The Floyd County Board of Elections will meet on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at the Floyd County Election Center, 18 East 12th Street, Rome. Caucus will begin at 5:30 p.m. and 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 »

LOCAL RETAILERS WOULD LOVE YOUR BUSINESS THIS VALENTINES DAY

Just a couple of days remain to purchase tokens of affection to give to loved ones on Valentines Day, and local retailers would love your business. Pam Powers-Smith, President and CEO of the Rome-Floyd Chamber, attests that local businesses provide personal service and offer a wide variety of gifts for Valentines Day and all special…read more »