Saturday, November 30, 2024–7:55 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Rome Christmas Parade is coming up on Tuesday. Thousands will line Broad Street to watch the parade which will take its traditional route from First Avenue up to the Rome City Auditorium, where Santa Claus will flip the switch to light Rome’s Christmas Tree. However,…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 30, 2024–4:00 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- Floyd County Emergency Management is reaching out to local churches, civic organizations, and community centers that would be willing to offer their spaces as emergency shelters, especially on cold winter days. According to Chris Fincher with Floyd EMA, the goal is to have a list of…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 30, 2024–3:50 p.m. -News Release- It’s not fancy or shiny – at least not in daylight hours, but when the assembly of about 70 feet of conduit and 64 feet of LED rope lighting is raised into place and connected to power, the result is magical, calling to mind John Henry Hopkins’ familiar…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 30, 2024–3:30 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- A Rome teen has been charged in a stabbing on Rising Fawn Trail early Friday. According to Floyd County Jail records: 17-year-old Braeden Lee Kinsey lunged at a 28-year-old and stabbed him with a hunting knife while yelling he was going to kill the victim. Kinsey…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 30, 2023–2:35 p.m. =Photos by Rachel Hartdegen, Rome News-Tribune- This story is possible because of a news-sharing agreement with the Rome News-Tribune. More information can be found at northwestgeorgianews.com Since 1988, the Thanksgiving Day Love Feast has been feeding anyone who needs a good meal on Thanksgiving Day, and this year was no different.…… Continue Reading
Sarurday, November 30, 2024–2:00 p.m. -Floyd County Sherif’s Office- The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for Herbert Shiflett, a 34-year-old white male. He should be considered a danger to himself and others. If you see him please get in touch with 911 immediately, do not approach. His current charges are: · Aggravated Battery (Felony)…… Continue Reading
Thursday, November 28, 2024–12:00 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man charged with entering an auto, theft of firearm A 47-year-old West Rome man is accused of entering three vehicles, stealing a firearm from one and money from another. According to Floyd County Jail records: Dondi Pryor was located while hiding in a shed on Deerbrook…… Continue Reading
Thursday, November 28, 2024–11:44 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- Shoppers be out bright and early trying to take advantage of some of those Black Friday deals. According to Chris Fincher with Floyd County Emergency Management, it’s good to prepare and think ahead before heading out. “If you know where you are going to go, try…… Continue Reading
Thursday, November 28, 2024–11:40 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- A Silver Creek man is being held for authorities in Florida following his arrest on Dean Avenue Tuesday. According to Floyd County Jail records: 37-year-old Mark Kristopher Pegg is wanted in Bay County, Florida on warrants charging him with child abuse, homicide, and negligent homicide by…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, November 27, 2024–12:30 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Woman accused of DUI with child in vehicle The driver of a vehicle that was pulled over on North Broad Street for failing to maintain a lane, improper lane change, and a window tint violation, is also facing drug charges. According to Floyd County Jail records:…… Continue Reading