Do you struggle with allergies every Spring? Many trees and plants around Northwest Georgia have started to bloom and emit allergy-triggering pollen. Dr. Gary Voccio, health director of the Georgia Department of Public Health’s 10-county Northwest Health District, muses that pollen is fascinating to view under a microscope, but these little particles pack a powerful…… read more »
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RIBBON CUT FOR RENOVATIONS AT ROME-FLOYD ECO CENTER
Release from Floyd County, GA: A fresh, modern look alongside increased accessibility are two of the first things you may notice as part of the new Rome-Floyd ECO Center. Floyd County and Rome City Commissioners received a sneak peek of the newly refurbished Rome-Floyd ECO Center on Thursday afternoon. The center re-opens to the public…… read more »
AAA ACTIVATES ‘TOW TO GO’ FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY
Media release from AAA: The Auto Club Group: AAA is activating ‘Tow to Go’ in select states for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day weekend, hoping that partygoers do not press their luck by driving impaired. What is Tow to Go? Tow to Go operates on most major holidays and offers a free ride to impaired drivers and their…… read more »
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: JANUARY 2025 UNEMPLOYMENT RATE HOLDS AT 3.6%
Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor: The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced today that Georgia’s January unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, unchanged from a revised 3.6 percent in December. The unemployment rate was four-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate. “Georgia’s economy is built for the future, but to maintain our competitive edge, we must remain committed…… read more »
BE WEATHER AWARE WITH HELP FROM THE FLOYD EMA MOBILE APP
Forecasters are warning the public to be weather aware this weekend. Severe weather is possible in north and central Georgia between Saturday afternoon and early Sunday, according to a statement by the National Weather Service, which warns that weather hazards might include tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail. Flooding concerns may also develop here in the…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR ACHIEVEMENT
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: The Floyd County Schools (FCS) system has achieved a remarkable distinction, being recognized as one of only 100 school districts nationwide to surpass pre-pandemic performance levels in both math and reading. This outstanding achievement was highlighted in the Education Recovery Scorecard, which analyzed 2024 data from 11,327 out…… read more »
CAMP SEASON IS NEARING FOR SCOUTING AMERICA!
Camp season 2025 is nearing for the Northwest Georgia Council of Scouting America. Eric Vaughn, council board member, says that Camp Cards are now available for purchase at a cost of $10. Buyers may enjoy discounts at local businesses in exchange for their support of scouting. Camp Cards may be obtained online at www.nwgascouting.org or…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS ANNOUNCES NEW PRINICIPAL AT COOSA HIGH SCHOOL
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Floyd County Schools (FCS) is excited to announce the appointment of Kristen Martin as the new principal of Coosa High School (CHS), effective June 1. Floyd County Schools (FCS) is excited to announce the appointment of Kristen Martin as the new principal of Coosa High School (CHS), effective…… read more »
GRAND FINALE WINS GRAND CHAMPION AT PEACH STATE INVITATIONAL
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: Rome High School’s Grand Finale captured another first place finish on Saturday at the Peach State Invitational in Tift County. Not only did the show choir win its division, but it claimed the overall Grand Champion Trophy as well. The group won Best Overall Effect, Best Vocals and…… read more »
GNTC ANNOUNCES FREE APPLICATION MONTH FOR THE SUMMER SEMESTER
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a Free Application Month throughout March to help those who are seeking to enroll in the summer semester. Through March 31, GNTC will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming students. Applicants should enter the code MARCH25 (all capital letters)…… read more »