Media release from Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library: The Rome-Floyd County Friends of the Library will hold its Hardback Book Sale from Saturday, September 7th through Saturday, September 14th. September 7th is the date of the Preview Sale, which is free only for current members of the Friends Of the Library. Non-members may purchase…… read more »
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WHITFIELD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE PROVIDES UPDATE ON WEEKEND SHOOTING INVOLVING ROME RESIDENTS
The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office provided an update on Monday on the weekend shooting that involved residents of Rome. According to the WCSO release: The four deceased from the Pleasant Grove Park have been identified as: Preliminary investigation of the scene of the shooting indicates there were individuals that had traveled from Rome, Georgia to…… read more »
REMINDER: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS LABOR DAY BARBECUE TO RETURN SEPTEMBER 2ND
Media release from the St. Mary’s Catholic Church Knights of Columbus: Work is well underway for the 56th edition of the Knights of Columbus Labor Day Barbecue on Monday, Sept. 2, at Rome Civic Center. Online preorders have begun for bulk carryout-only sales of barbecue, Brunswick stew, chicken, ribs and baked beans. You can order…… read more »
AAA SHARES TRAVEL TRENDS AND TIPS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: This year’s record-breaking, blockbuster summer travel season comes to a close during the Labor Day holiday weekend. Although AAA does not conduct a full travel forecast for the holiday it does have a series of trends and tips for travelers. “Americans see the extended Labor Day weekend as…… read more »
TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM OF GEORGIA ACHIEVES 9.3% ENROLLMENT GROWTH FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2024, HIGHEST ENROLLMENT SINCE 2013
Media release from the Technical College System of Georgia: The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) announces a 9.3% increase in enrollment for the Academic Year 2024 (AY24), bringing total enrollment to 148,746 students across the system. This is the highest number of students enrolled at TCSG since 2013, a testament to the growing demand…… read more »
AMERICAN RED CROSS URGES GEORGIANS TO GIVE BLOOD IN SEPTEMBER, NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH
Media release from American Red Cross of Georgia: The American Red Cross continues to experience a national blood emergency as remnants of Hurricane Debby and other severe weather events across the country have further complicated efforts to rebuild the nation’s blood supply. Those in unaffected areas are urged to make an appointment to give now.…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE DECLINED DURING THE PAST WEEK
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: The Georgia gas price average continues to decline at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians are paying an average price of $3.15 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state average is 7 cents less than a week ago, 20 cents less than a month ago, and 43 cents less…… read more »
ROME CITY COMMISSION TO MEET MONDAY EVENING, FLOYD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO GATHER TUESDAY
Rome City Commissioners will meet on Monday evening at 6:30 pm at City Hall (or the City Auditorium) on Broad Street. A caucus will be held at 5 pm in the Sam King Room. Check out the agenda at www.romega.us. To watch the meeting live online, use the YouTube link listed below: The Floyd County…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD FIRE DEPARTMENT INVITES THE PUBLIC TO ITS 9/11 COMMEMORATIVE SERVICE
The Rome-Floyd Fire Department invites locals to its 9/11 Commemorative Service slated for Wednesday, September 11th at 8:30 am at the Rome/Floyd Firefighters Memorial Plaza. Seating will be provided. The event will take place rain or shine. The Exchange Club of Rome will have its replica of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on display.… read more »
SPEND AN EVENING AT THE MUSEUM WITH CHIEFTAINS
Media release from Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home: Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home is proud to announce the 2024 Evening at the Museum, presented by Whittington, Jones & Rudert, CPAs. Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27, 2024, with tours offered both evenings. This year’s tour will focus on the history of the…… read more »