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, 2025–9:30 a.m. -Staff reports- The Georgia Department of Transportation has awarded a contract for a bridge replacement on I-75 in Bartow County. The bridge over Cedar Creek Road is approximately 5.2 miles northwest of White. CMES, Inc. of Norcross is the low bidder at just under $23 million. The bridge replacement will…… 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, 2025–9:20 a.m. -Cartersville Police Department- Cartersville Police have published a photo of a person of interest in a fire that occurred on September 18, 2024. According to police, firefighters responded to a structure fire at 308 North Tennessee Street. After an investigation by the Cartersville Fire Department, arson investigators determined that the…… 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
Monday, May 5, 2025 -Bill Crane For the Graduates of 2025, Aim High – In 1887, Gustave Eiffel and his team began construction of what was then intended to be a temporary monument, to be completed in time for the 1889 World’s Fair in Paris, and commemorate the Centennial Anniversary of the French Revolution. And during early construction,…… Continue Reading
Monday, May 5, 2025–11:35 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- This coming weekend, area residents can learn more about the agencies that keep us safe during an Emergency Services Expo. The event is scheduled for Saturday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the East Rome Walmart. “We’ve spoken with Georgia Power, and they have agreed…… Continue Reading
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