Thursday, May 8, 2025–10:30 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man facing child molestation charges dating back to 2021 A Cedartown man has been arrested in an alleged sex crime involving a child dating back to as early as 2021. According to Floyd County Jail records and an arrest warrant: 28-year-old Chad Wayne Paul committed an…… Continue Reading
Thursday, May 8, 2025–10:20 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is pressuring the U.S. Postal Service to recruit a competent Postmaster General who can address mail delays in Georgia. Following the resignation of former Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, Sen. Ossoff is urging the USPS Board of Governors to replace him with leadership that can solve the…… Continue Reading
Thursday, May 8, 2025–8:20 a.m. -News Release- Rome-Floyd Metro Task Force officers seized 40 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, 15.8 pounds of marijuana, and various other narcotics during the execution of a search warrant at a residence on Lawton Street on Wednesday. The officers also confiscated four LSD tabs, 30 Xanax tablets, four grams of THC…… Continue Reading
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May 7th, 2025 – 6:45 PM Ethan Garrett – Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – International trade representatives visited Rome on Wednesday as part of an economic development tour, with a stop at the Rome-Floyd Eco Center to explore native wildlife exhibits. Earlier in the day, they toured local employers like Pirelli, Kerry, and…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, May 7, 2025–10:55 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Report: Man drove his vehicle toward woman A Rome man is facing a felony aggravated assault charge and a misdemeanor count of reckless driving following an incident on Mathis Road on Tuesday. According to Floyd County jail records: 22-year-old Garrett Britt Strickland drove his vehicle in…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, May 7, 2025–9:20 a.m. -News Release- Hundreds of Georgia Highlands College graduates will come together on May 15 in Rome to celebrate earning their college degree. GHC will have three events this year at the Floyd Campus gym, 3175 Cedartown Hwy, Rome GA 30161. Ceremonies will be held at 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM, with the…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, May 6, 2025–9:40 a.m. -AAA South- As temperatures rise, so does the desire to travel. A new survey from AAA – The Auto Club Group reveals that 58% of Georgians plan to take a summer trip, up slightly from 57% last year. This enthusiasm for travel aligns perfectly with National Travel and Tourism Week (May 4-10), a…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, May 6, 2025–9:40 a.m. -Shorter University News Release- Dr. Kirk Shook, Executive Director of the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission, will serve as the keynote speaker for Shorter University’s 2025 Commencement Ceremonies on Thursday, May 8. “Dr. Kirk Shook is a leader of character and integrity whose career reflects a deep commitment to excellence in…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, May 6, 2025–9:30 a.m. -Staff reports- Reaction continues regarding Governor Brian Kemp’s decision not to run against Jon Ossoff for the United States Senate in 2026. On Monday, Kemp issued a statement that read: “Over the last few weeks, I have had many conversations with friends, supporters, and leaders across the country who encouraged…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, May 6, 2025–9:00 a.m. -Staff reports- Despite the rain, Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation held its Backyard BBQ Bash on Saturday, albeit with a venue change. The event was moved from Ridgeferry Park to Lock and Dam Park because of the weather. The winners on Saturday were: Best Team Name Up In Smoke BBQ Best…… Continue Reading
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