Category Archives: Floyd County

Three shot on Wood Creek Way

Three shot on Wood Creek Way

Tuesday, May 20, 2025–11:12 a.m. -Rome Police Department report- The investigation continues into an incident on Wood Creek Way in West Rome on Friday night in which three people were shot. According to a Rome Police Department report: Officers were initially dispatched in reference to a fight, but while they were en route, the call…Continue Reading

Rome Police opens downtown precinct

Rome Police opens downtown precinct

Monday, May 20, 2025–10:30 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- Although the Rome Police Department headquarters has moved from the joint law enforcement center to a temporary location off Technology Parkway, there is still a law enforcement presence downtown. According to Rome Police Department Major Rusty Blair, a downtown precinct is now open at the Forum.…Continue Reading

Severe weather threat Tuesday evening

Severe weather threat Tuesday evening

Tuesday, May 20, 2025–9:30 a.m. -National Weather Service- A line of strong to severe thunderstorms will enter far northwest Georgia this evening, advancing southward tonight through early Wednesday morning. Damaging wind gusts in the 50-70 mph will be the primary threat with any severe thunderstorms that occur. A few brief tornadoes and large hail will…Continue Reading

DPH confirms fourth measles case in Georgia

DPH confirms fourth measles case in Georgia

Monday, May 19, 2025–6:10 p.m. -News Release- The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated Greater Atlanta resident. The individual acquired the virus while traveling internationally. DPH is working to identify any persons who may have been exposed through contact with the individual between May 10 and May 18,…Continue Reading

Arrest reports for May 19

Arrest reports for May 19

Monday, May 19, 2025–10:40 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man arrested following knife attack in North Rome A North Rome man is facing charges after he allegedly attacked another man with a knife at a home on Couper Street on Friday of last week. According to an arrest warrant and Floyd County Jail records: 37-year-old…Continue Reading

Georgia gas prices up four cents

Georgia gas prices up four cents

Monday, May 19, 2025–10:20 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices increased at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians now pay an average price of $2.92 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which can change overnight. Monday’s state average is 4 cents higher than a week ago, 1 cent lower than a month ago, and 46…Continue Reading

Rome Alcohol Control Commission meets Monday

Rome Alcohol Control Commission meets Monday

Sunday, May 18, 2025–5:10 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Rome Alcohol Control Commission will consider extending the approval of a new Beer, Wine, & Liquor Pouring License request at Peachy Pub, at 325 Broad Street, when it meets on Monday. The license was originally approved in September of last year. The ACC may extend…Continue Reading

Arrest reports for May 17

Arrest reports for May 17

Saturday, May 17, 2025–3:00 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Warrant: Woman broke another woman’s arm A Rome woman has been arrested on a felony warrant charging her with aggravated battery. According to the warrant: 32-year-old Shantel Marie Coggins attacked a Cave Spring woman on May 8 at a location on Blacks Bluff Road, breaking the…Continue Reading