Monday, November 18, 2024–11:45 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Report: Man tried to stab woman with a knife A Garden Lakes man is facing multiple charges including aggravated assault, false imprisonment, and felony obstruction of officers following his arrest at his Wentworth Place home. According to Floyd County Jail records: 29-year-old Adelso Quej-Cho attempted to…… Continue Reading
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:35 a.m. -News Release- The highly anticipated Rink at Ridge Ferry Park is set to open for its second season on Tuesday. Located under a large tent in front of the Coca-Cola Stage, this enchanting winter wonderland features a real ice rink, providing a delightful experience for skaters of all ages. Admission Prices: Operating Hours:…… Continue Reading
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:30 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- In 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th Birthday, and the Xavier Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution would like to present the City of Rome with a special bronze marker for the occasion. Cameron Abney, current president of the Xavier Chapter recently…… Continue Reading
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:30 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices were stuck in neutral last week. Georgians are paying an average of $2.93 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which is the same as a week ago. Monday’s state average is 22 cents more than a month ago and 9 cents more than this time last year. It costs drivers…… Continue Reading
Sunday, November 17, 2024–9:25 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- A couple of proposed alcohol ordinance amendments will be back before the Rome Alcohol Control Commission on Monday. The Rome City Commission voted last week to have the ACC take another look at a change that would eliminate future variances for the food-to-drink ratio. Unless a…… Continue Reading
Sunday, November 17, 2024–9:22 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The City of Rome continues its search for a new Downtown Development Authority Director following the recent departure of Aundi Lesley. Lesley left Rome for a new job supporting economic development in Canton. She had been the DDA Director since 2020. According to Kelly Ledford with…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 16, 2024–6:35 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The City of Rome is looking for entrepreneurs to submit proposals for a vacant property at 110-112 Broad Street. The Downtown Development Authority is hoping to get some innovative proposals to add new businesses to contribute to the district’s growth. “We are accepting for a new…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 16, 2024–6:15 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man charged with motor vehicle theft A Rome man has been arrested on a felony warrant charging him with theft by taking a motor vehicle. According to the warrant: 35-year-old Daramis Deunte Stevenson took a 2010 Ford F-150 valued at over $2,000 from a location on…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 16, 2024–1:15 a.m. -News Release- The City of Rome announces that renovations to the Carnegie Building elevator will begin on Monday, November 18, with an expected completion timeline of 8 weeks. During this period, access to the 2nd floor will be restricted to the building’s front and rear stairwells, and unfortunately, the 2nd…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 16, 2024–1:00 a.m. -Rome Police Department News Release- Just before 10:00 pm on Friday, emergency responders were called to the West Rome Walmart due to reports of a shooting incident. According to the preliminary investigation, a domestic dispute was taking place outside of the Walmart store which led to one female being struck…… Continue Reading