Category Archives: Local News

AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE SHIFTED DOWNWARD OVER THE PAST WEEK

AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE SHIFTED DOWNWARD OVER THE PAST WEEK

(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): The Georgia gas price average dropped at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians are paying an average price of $3.23 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 5 cents less than a week ago,16 cents less than a month ago, and 41 cents less than this time…read more »

CHIEFTAINS MUSEUM ANNOUNCES 2024-2025 LECTURE SERIES

(Media release from Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home): Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home is proud to announce the 2024-2025 Chieftains Museum Lecture Series. The series will begin with on September 5, 2024 at 7pm with a lecture presented by Dr. Alice TaylorColbert on Susannah Ridge, wife of Major Ridge. The lecture will be held at McAllister Hall…read more »

GNTC AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY STUDENT’S CAREER PROSPECTS SOAR

GNTC AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY STUDENT’S CAREER PROSPECTS SOAR

(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): A Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) student believes her career options as an aviation technician are taking off, following her completion of mandatory certifications. Hannah Hembree, a native of Acworth, recently completed her coursework to receive an associate degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology and completed the last of…read more »

ROME HIGH’S ADRIANA CHURCHILL NAMED TO GSBA YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL

ROME HIGH’S ADRIANA CHURCHILL NAMED TO GSBA YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL

(Media release from Rome, GA City Schools): Rome High School senior Adriana Churchill has been selected to serve on the 2024 Georgia School Boards Association Youth Advisory Council. Churchill is one of only 11 students selected from across the state after submitting a written application and video that showcased her hard work, insightfulness, and engagement.…read more »

ATTORNEY GENERAL CHRIS CARR VISITS WITH ADVENT HEALTH GEORGIA LEADERSHIP

(Media release from AdventHealth Redmond): AdventHealth Georgia recently hosted Attorney General Chris Carr for an insightful discussion with their leadership team. The visit provided an opportunity to delve into the pressing challenges and promising opportunities within the health care sector. During the meeting, several key topics were addressed, including access to health care, the Certificate…read more »

ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND LAUNCHES CARDIAC CARE FUND

ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND LAUNCHES CARDIAC CARE FUND

(Media release from AdventHealth Redmond): AdventHealth Redmond announces the launch of the Cardiac Care Fund, a fundraising initiative dedicated to expanding access to quality heart health care. The fund will provide early diagnosis through screenings, education and bridge the gap between essential services and treatment. The AdventHealth Redmond Foundation will manage and oversee the fund’s…read more »

HEALTH INITIATIVE FOR MEN & WOMEN SET FOR AUGUST 17TH

HEALTH INITIATIVE FOR MEN & WOMEN SET FOR AUGUST 17TH

The Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition looks forward to teaming up with the 100 Black Men of Rome-Northwest Georgia for the 22nd annual Health Initiative for Men & Women, set for Saturday, August 17th from 8 am to noon at the Floyd County Health Department, 16 East 12th Street in Rome. Erin Hernandez, President and…read more »

PUBLIC ANIMAL WELFARE SERVICES (P.A.W.S.) REMAINS CLOSED UNTIL WEDNESDAY

PUBLIC ANIMAL WELFARE SERVICES (P.A.W.S.) REMAINS CLOSED UNTIL WEDNESDAY

(Media release from Floyd County, GA): Out of an abundance of caution, Public Animal Welfare Services (P.A.W.S.) was closed again on Monday, August 5 and and will remain closed Tuesday, August 6 while awaiting test results regarding a potential health concern to our animals. Staff is taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of…read more »