Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp: On Monday, Governor Brian Kemp, joined by Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John King, Department of Community Health Commissioner Russel Carlson, and healthcare stakeholders, took part in a roundtable focused on the current and future state of healthcare in Georgia, specifically regarding the Georgia Access and…… read more »
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GA DPH’S NORTHWEST HEALTH DISTRICT OBSERVES NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTH, MEASLES CASE CONFIRMED IN METRO ATLANTA
August is observed every year as National Immunization Awareness Month. Dr. Gary Voccio, who serves as Health Director for the Georgia Department of Public Health’s 10-county Northwest Health District, attests that the goal of the observance is to highlight the importance of vaccination for all people, children and adults. For additional information about immunizations and…… read more »
CANCER NAVIGATORS PREPARING FOR ANNUAL HOLIDAY WREATH SALE & AUCTION
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Wreath decorators with a desire to help cancer patients can show off their skills during the Cancer Navigators’ Annual Holiday Wreath Sale & Auction. Crafters who want to create their own wreaths for the annual auction that benefits local cancer patients can pick up faux evergreen wreath forms at…… read more »
GHC DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS 5K AND 1-MILE TO RAISE MONEY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LOCAL STUDENTS
Media release from Georgia Highlands College: The Georgia Highlands College (GHC) Running Club is inviting the community to enjoy an exciting run around beautiful Paris Lake at the Floyd Campus while raising money for scholarships during the Dollars for Scholars 5K and 1 Mile on Saturday, September 7, starting at 8AM. You can register here. Your $30 entry…… read more »
GBI INVESTIGATES OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING IN BARTOW COUNTY
Media release from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation: At the request of the Bartow County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Bartow County. Chris Cochran, age 60, of Adairsville, GA, was shot and killed in the incident. No officers were injured.On August 18, 2024, at about 4 p.m., Bartow County…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE DECLINED SLIGHTLY DURING THE PAST WEEK
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: The Georgia gas price average declined at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians are paying an average price of $3.22 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 1 cent less than a week ago,14 cents less than a month ago, and 41 cents less than this time…… read more »
ROME HIGH FFA STUDENTS, CHAPTER EARN AWARDS
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Rome High School’s FFA Chapter recently earned awards both for individuals and as a chapter. Michael Rios Campos has been named a national finalist this year in the Food Products and Processing category in Division 5 of the competition, and Madylne Cruz-Hernandez received a bronze rating in the…… read more »
GEORGIA FORESTRY COMMISSION: LEARNING IS FOR EVERYONE
Media release from the Georgia Forestry Commission: It’s all around us this month. The August back-to-school theme is everywhere, as teachers, parents, and kids prepare for the new school year. The Georgia Forestry Commission wants to be a part of your school year as well, and develop roots that create a great foundation for forestry…… read more »
AG CARR ANNOUNCES HIRE OF NEW CHIEF PROSECUTOR TO LEAD GEORGIA’S FIRST STATEWIDE ORGANIZED RETAIL CRIME UNIT
Media release from the Office of Georgia’s Attorney General: Attorney General Chris Carr on Friday announced the hire of former Cobb County Assistant District Attorney Timothy Ruffini to lead Georgia’s first statewide Organized Retail Crime Unit. Ruffini will oversee a team of prosecutors and investigators dedicated to combating the criminal networks that are engaged in…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD RECYCLING CENTER TO HOST HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE AND ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 21ST
The Rome-Floyd Recycling Center, 412 Lavender Drive in Rome, will host a Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Appointments are required and may be made online via the SignUpGenius link at www.floydcountyga.gov starting next week or by telephone at (706) 291-5266 starting on the first business day of next…… read more »