(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): AAA projects Independence Day travelers will set new records both nationwide and in Georgia. More than 70.9 million people around the U.S. are expected to travel 50 miles or more away from home. Approximately 2.3 million of those will be Georgians. “The summer travel season is off…… read more »
(Media release from AdventHealth Redmond): For Men’s Health Month, it is important to spread awareness for prostate cancer prevention and health screening education. The American Cancer Society (ACS) reports that prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men, after lung…… read more »
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): Random acts of kindness can bring light to your community, where you live, work and play. Jason Jordan, director of pastoral care, is urging Atrium Health Floyd teammates to spread their compassion beyond the workplace this year. While the summer solstice falls on June 20 (Thursday), Jordan wants to…… read more »
(Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources): Migratory bird season hunting dates and regulations for Georgia were recently approved by the Board of Natural Resources, so waterfowl hunters can start making their 2024-2025 season plans, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “Thankfully, estimates of annual waterfowl…… read more »
Summer will officially arrive this Thursday, June 20th, but the Summer heat has already arrived. Local physicians and public health officials are warning people to take the proper precautions to stay safe amid sizzling temperatures. Dr. Gary Voccio, the Health Director for the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Northwest Health District, urges area residents to…… read more »
Voting is open through Wednesday, June 19th for the People’s Choice Award in the 2024 Georgia’s Rome Photo Contest & Exhibition. Entries are posted on the Georgia’s Rome page on Facebook. The Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism recently accepted photographs which showcase the beauty of Rome, Cave Spring, and Floyd County. Now it is up…… read more »
(Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp): Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), on Monday announced the initiation of an in-depth, system-wide assessment of the state corrections system to identify current strengths, opportunities, and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. This marks the latest measure…… read more »
(Media release from Amber Grace): The founding of a new residential development for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), called Amber Grace, was celebrated on the evening of May 22nd. Located on the Berry College campus, this unique community will provide appropriately supported housing and enrichment programs for these adults, as well as promoting…… read more »
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): The Georgia gas price average is holding steady at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgians are paying an average price of $3.28 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 1 cent less than a week ago, 12 cents less than a month ago, and 1 cent less than…… read more »
Rome City Commissioners will meet on Monday evening at 6:30 pm at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. Caucus will begin at 3:45 pm for the Commission to tour the new Rome Police Department and Municipal Court, 375 Technology Parkway, Rome. Check out the agenda at www.romega.us. To watch the meeting live…… read more »