-Nolan Hiott, WRGA-
The annual Governor’s Challenge Awards was hosted last week, with Rome’s police department receiving 2nd place in their category.
The award ceremony was hosted by Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety at the Macon Centreplex. The ceremony recognized police departments and law enforcement agencies from across the state, all for their efforts in taking steps to prevent traffic crashes, injuries, and fatalities.
Rome’s Police department was competing in Category Five, which represented agencies with 76 to 100 officers. In first place came Liberty County Sheriff’s Office, with the Rome Police Department winning second place.
Nearby to Rome, Calhoun won first place in their category which included departments with 26 to 45 officers.
