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Arrest reports for November 7

Arrest reports for November 7

Thursday, November 7, 2024–12:05 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man charged with trafficking methamphetamine A West Rome has been arrested on a drug trafficking charge. According to Floyd County Jail records: A vehicle driven by 42-year old Kenneth Zachary Whaley was stopped Faye Street at Shorter Avenue for failing to maintain a lane. A probable…Continue Reading

Rome to replace galvanized lines over next decade

Rome to replace galvanized lines over next decade

Thursday, November 7, 2024–11:20 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- In the coming days, some Rome Water and Sewer customers will be receiving a letter informing them that they have galvanized lines as part of revisions to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s lead and copper rule. Rome Water and Sewer Divisions Director John Boyd told Rome’s…Continue Reading

Water and sewer committee discusses tap fees

Water and sewer committee discusses tap fees

Thursday, November 7, 2024–11:00 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Rome Water and Sewer Committee got a look at the results of a study into tap fees Thursday and approved a recommendation for a change proposed for the first of the year. Rome Water and Sewer Division Director Jon Boyd is recommending that tap fees…Continue Reading

AdventHealth to host Turkey Trot on Nov. 28

AdventHealth to host Turkey Trot on Nov. 28

Thursday, November 7, 2024–8:20 a.m. -News Release- AdventHealth invites the community to kick off Thanksgiving with the Rome Turkey Trot and Feel Whole 3K Stroll on November 28, 2024, at AdventHealth Stadium. The festivities start at 9:00 AM, featuring a 5K race on a USATF-certified course, ideal for serious runners aiming to qualify for the…Continue Reading