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Floyd County Commission meets Tuesday

Monday, October 21, 2024–9:25 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Floyd County Commission is expected to make appointments to the elections board when they meet Tuesday. The terms of Corey Townsend, Gary Stamper, and chair Jerry Lee are ending in December. Commissioners are also expected to award a contract of nearly $5.3 million to UWS,…

Auto Draft

Monday, October 21, 2024–9:20 p.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices increased compared to a week ago. Monday’s average of $2.93 is 23 cents more than a week ago, but two cents less than a month ago and nine cents less than this time last year. It costs drivers an average price of $43.95 to fill a 15-gallon…

Rome Alcohol Control Commission meets Monday

Sunday, October 20, 2024–2:10 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Rome Alcohol Control Commission will once again discuss the possible elimination of variances when it meets Monday. Establishments that serve liquor must garner at least half of their revenue from the sale of food unless a variance is granted. There are currently three establishments that…

Employment up, jobless claims down in Rome

Sunday, October 20, 2024–2:00 p.m. -Georgia Department of Labor- The number of jobs rose in Floyd County in September, according to the Georgia Department of Labor. The labor force in the Rome area was at 48,000 last month, up by 200 from the 47,800 reported in August. That number was also up by 500 when…

Atrium Health Floyd holds Pink Day celebration

Saturday, October 19, 2024–4:30 p.m. -News Release- Atrium Health Floyd held its annual Pink Day celebration on Friday, which was National Mammography Day, to stress theimportance of getting an annual mammogram. Truett’s Chick-fil-A in Rome was humming with visitors before sunrise Friday morning. Visitors received complimentary Paper Doll magnets and information about breast health. Carmen…

Two killed, one seriously injured in Gordon County wreck

Saturday, October 19, 2024–3:25 p.m. -Georgia State Patrol- Two people were killed in a single-vehicle wreck in Gordon County Friday evening. According to the Georgia State Patrol: The crash occurred around 11:45 p.m. on Highway 53 near Fairmount when the driver of a pickup truck lost control in a curve. The pickup left the roadway,…

Chattooga County man killed in fiery crash

Saturday, October 19, 2024–3:20 p.m. -WZQZ Radio- A Chattooga County man was one of two individuals who lost their lives in a devastating traffic crash that occurred late Wednesday night. According to the Georgia State Patrol Public Information Office, the incident occurred on October 16, 2024, at approximately 11:23 PM on Highway 27, just south…

Arrest reports for October 19

Saturday, October 19, 2024–3:12 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man accused of having stolen UTV A 38-year-old Cedartown man was recently booked into the Floyd County Jail on a felony warrant charging him with theft by receiving stolen property. According to the warrant: Dustin Ray Proctor used his vehicle to transport a stolen Kawasaki Mule…

[VIDEO] Rome residents walk to support mental health at 2024 NAMIWalks

October 19th, 2024 – 2:30 PM Ethan Garrett – WRGA Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – Rome residents participated in the 2024 NAMIWalks event on Saturday afternoon at Heritage Park. The event supports the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), which focuses on improving the lives of those affected by mental illness through…

[VIDEO] Hospitality House for Women hosts 17th annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes”

October 18th, 2024 – 2:00 PM Ethan Garrett – WRGA Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – Friday morning the Hospitality House for Women hosted the 17th annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event in downtown Rome’s Rotary Plaza. A crowd gathered to cheer on a sponsored Men’s high heel fundraising competition to support…

Saturday voting this weekend

Friday, October 18, 2024–9:40 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The first Saturday voting of this advance voting cycle is this weekend. Floyd County residents can cast ballots tomorrow at the Floyd County Elections Center at 18 East 12th Street between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Early voting has already been brisk locally…

GHC field naming celebration this weekend

Thursday, October 17, 2024–1:40 p.m. -News Release- The Field Naming Celebration at Georgia Highlands College is almost here, and we’re excited to have you join us this Sunday, October 20th at 3:00 PM for a free, fun-filled family event! There will be plenty of activities, prizes, and free giveaways for all ages. Celebrate with us as we officially name our new fields…

Registration for 2024 Rome Christmas Parade underway

Thursday, October 17, 2024–1:33 p.m. -Staff reports- If you want to enter this year’s Rome Christmas Parade, you can register now online. The deadline to enter will be November 1 and late entries will not be accepted this year. According to Jerry Rucker, the limited entry period is in part due to last year’s parade…

Walk for Mental Health: NAMIWalks Rome this Saturday

Thursday, October 17, 2024–1:23 p.m. -Staff reports- This weekend, area residents will lace up their walking shoes for a good cause. NAMIWalks Rome will help the National Alliance on Mental Illness raise awareness for mental health. Participants will be walking with friends, family, or as part of a team, to help foster a supportive community…

[VIDEO] Synthica breaks ground on renewable gas facility in Floyd County

October 16th, 2204 – 6:15 PM Ethan Garrett – Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – Wednesday afternoon, Synthica Energy hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their upcoming renewable natural gas facility in Floyd County. Located off West Hermitage Road, the plant aims to divert nearly 250,000 tons of organic waste from local landfills each year,…

Atrium Health Floyd planning Pink Day events this Friday

Wednesday, October 16, 2024–2:25 p.m. -News Release- Breast cancer prevention and Paper Doll magnets will again be the focus of Atrium Health Floyd’s Pink Day celebration this year on Friday, which is National Mammography Day. The iconic magnets will be available that day from 6 to 9 a.m. at Truett’s Chick-fil-A, 264 Shorter Ave. NW.…

State releases ACT scores for Rome High students

Wednesday, October 16, 2024–2:20 p.m. -News Release- Rome City School students performed well on the ACT, scoring highest in reading and science, according to data released by the Georgia Department of Education on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Rome students scored an average of 18.2 in English, 18.7 in Mathematics, 19.9 in Reading, and 19.3 in Science.…

Four arrested on drug charges at Fairbridge Inn

Wednesday, October 16, 2024–2:15 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Four people were arrested on drug charges at Fairbridge Inn on Martha Berry Boulevard Tuesday. According to Floyd County Jail records: Rome-Floyd Metro Task Force officers found methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, digital scales, and packaging materials in room 215. 47-year-old Angela Kay Settlemoir of Rome, 34-year-old Shawna…

Arrest reports for October 16

Wednesday, October 16, 2024–2:09 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man charged with felony obstruction, theft A Lindale man is accused of kicking a police officer in the leg during an incident on Pullen Road Tuesday. According to Floyd County Jail records: 20-year-old Jaythan James Wright took a camera from the front door of a woman’s…

In-person advance voting underway

Tuesday, October 15, 2024–6:22 p.m. -Staff reports- Early voting for the November 5 General Election is underway. Voters registered in Floyd County can cast ballots in advance at the elections office at 18 East 12th Street in Rome, the Anthony Recreation Center at 2901 Garden Lakes Boulevard in Garden Lakes, and the Thornton Recreation Center…

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