Category Archives: Local News

David Thornton announces candidacy for Floyd County Commission
Sunday, January 12, 2025–2:20 p.m.-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 nor...
Rome Radio Jan 12, 2025

Dempsey chosen for Committee on Assignments
Sunday, January 12, 2025–2:15 p.m.-News Release-State Representative Katie Dempsey of Rome, chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Human Resources, was recently appointed by House Spe...
Rome Radio Jan 12, 2025

Blood donors needed following winter storm
Friday, January 10, 2025–4:55 p.m.-News Release-Due to hazardous conditions, the Blood Assurance locations in Cartersville and Rome locations will also remain closed on Saturday.The wi...
Rome Radio Jan 10, 2025

City public works crews to begin treating roadways today
Thursday, January 9, 2025–8:13 a.m.-David Crowder, WRGA News-In anticipation of wintry weather in the forecast for Friday morning, Rome Public Works Director Chris Jenkins said public works crew...
Rome Radio Jan 09, 2025

Emergency shelters now open
Thursday, January 9, 2025–6:51 a.m.-Floyd County Emergency Management-Warming shelters are in operation for Rome and Floyd County for the severe winter weather of January 2025. This list will be...
Rome Radio Jan 09, 2025

Arrest reports for January 8
Wednesday, January 8, 2025–5:35 p.m.-Floyd County Jail records-Man charged in 2024 fire at Thornton Recreation CenterA Covington, Georgia man is accused of starting a fire at the Thornton Recrea...
Rome Radio Jan 08, 2025

Shonna Bailey announces run for county commission
Wednesday, January 8, 2025–9:45 a.m.-John Bailey, Rome News-Tribune-This story is possible because of a news-sharing agreement with the Rome News-Tribune. More information can be found at northw...
Rome Radio Jan 08, 2025

Fincher: Prep now for winter weather
Wednesday, January 8, 2025–9:40 a.m.-David Crowder, WRGA News-With the threat of snow and possibly ice in the forecast for Friday and Saturday, now is the time to prepare.According to Floyd Coun...
Rome Radio Jan 08, 2025

Stay safe this sick season: Community steps to prevent the spread of rising respiratory illness
Wednesday, January 8, 2025–9:40 a.m.-Atrium Health Floyd News Release-As respiratory illnesses rise, Atrium Health Floyd is urging everyone to take steps to protect themselves and those around t...
Rome Radio Jan 08, 2025

Floyd County Public Works prepping for possible winter weather
Tuesday, January 7, 2025–5:50 p.m.-David Crowder, WRGA News-Everyone is keeping a close on the weather, as there is a chance for some wintry precipitation Friday afternoon into Saturday.Floyd Co...
Rome Radio Jan 07, 2025
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