Category Archives: Local News

Georgia’s gas price average holding its ground at fuel stations

Georgia’s gas price average holding its ground at fuel stations

Monday, November 25, 2024–9:10 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices are holding steady as we head into the holiday weekend. Georgians are paying an average of $2.93 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which is unchanged from last week. It costs drivers an average price of $43.95 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline. “Despite yet another week of…Continue Reading

Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson has died

Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson has died

Sunday, November 24, 2024–9:20 p.m. -Georgia Department of Labor News Release- The Georgia Department of Labor mourns the passing of Commissioner Bruce Thompson, a visionary leader, devoted mentor, and dedicated public servant. While his entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering commitment to excellence will be deeply missed, Commissioner Thompson’s greatest legacy lies in his ability to foster…Continue Reading

Floyd County Commission vice chair Larry Maxey dies

Floyd County Commission vice chair Larry Maxey dies

Sunday, November 24, 2024–8:30 p.m. -Floyd County News Release- With profound sorrow and deep regret the Floyd County Board of Commissioners announce the death of the Honorable Commissioner Larry Maxey.  Commissioner Maxey was currently serving as Vice Chair of the Commission.  He had selflessly served the citizens of Floyd County on the Board of Commissioners…Continue Reading

Rome City Commission meets Monday

Rome City Commission meets Monday

Sunday, November 24, 2024–11:23 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- Members of the Rome City Commission will get an update on the update to the Unified Land Development Code during their Monday night caucus session. Rome, Cave Spring, and Floyd County are currently in the process of updating the Unified Land Development Code, which was written…Continue Reading

Second Avenue widening 21 percent complete

Second Avenue widening 21 percent complete

Sunday, November 24, 2024–10:30 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- Work continues on the Second Avenue improvement project, which the Georgia Department of Transportation reports is 21 percent complete. The entire project has an estimated completion date of September 26, 2026. Once finished, two lanes will run in each direction separated by a median that allows…Continue Reading

Start your holiday week by clicking your seatbelt

Start your holiday week by clicking your seatbelt

Sunday, November 24, 2024–10:25 a.m. -Governor’s Office of Highway Safety- It is Thanksgiving week, and more than two million Georgians are expected to be traveling on roads and highways The Thanksgiving holiday travel period takes place during the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) “Click It, Don’t Risk It” seat belt awareness campaign.  The Governor’s…Continue Reading

Arrest reports for November 24

Arrest reports for November 24

Sunday, November 24, 2024–10:13 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man charged with auto theft A Rockmart man was accused of stealing a vehicle in August of last year. According to an arrest warrant: 24-year-old Triston Drake Bright took the 2002 Honda Civic from a location on Rockmart Road in Silver Creek. He is charged with…Continue Reading

[VIDEO] “Flippin’ for Youth” – 64 Years of Pancakes and Community

[VIDEO] “Flippin’ for Youth” – 64 Years of Pancakes and Community

November 23rd, 2024 – 1:00 PM Ethan Garrett – WRGA News Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – For the 64th year, members of the Rome Noon Optimist Club rose early to serve pancakes and sausages to the community, all for a great cause. This year’s ‘Flippin’ for Youth’ pancake breakfast took place Saturday at…Continue Reading

GBI investigates officer involved shooting

GBI investigates officer involved shooting

November 23rd, 2024 – 12:30 PM Georgia Bureau of Investigation Press Release – At the request of the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Cherokee County, GA. Charles H. Woodall, age 52, of Cartersville, GA, was shot and killed. No officers were injured. On Friday, November 22, 2024, at…Continue Reading

Floyd County Commission to hold budget workshop Friday

Floyd County Commission to hold budget workshop Friday

Thursday, November 21, 2024–10:55 a.m. -Staff reports- The Floyd County Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Called meeting Friday morning. The purpose of the meeting is for a budget workshop discussion. It starts at 10:00 a.m. in Suite 204 of the Floyd County Administration building, located at 12 East 4th Avenue. The meeting is open…Continue Reading