Tuesday, November 4, 2025–10:30 p.m. -News Release- This Veterans Day, November 11, AdventHealth will give thanks to the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces by offering free meals at several community locations. Veterans are invited to join us at the following times and places: · Bojangles, Chatsworth | 7:00 am to…… Continue Reading
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 -Staff reports- Floyd County voters say “No” to a floating local option sales tax that would have gone to reducing the millage rate, and Rome voters elect two new city commissioners. The extra penny tax to defray a portion of property taxes in Rome and Floyd County failed by a vote…… Continue Reading
Monday, November 3, 2025–10:55 a.m. -AAA South- Over the weekend of November 1–2, Georgians saw a slight drop in gas prices, a continuation of a downward trend that began earlier in the week. Thanks to increased oil production from countries like the U.S. and OPEC+, supply has outpaced demand, pushing crude prices lower and easing…… Continue Reading
Sunday, November 2, 2025–^;00 p.m. -Staff reports- With the suspension of the federal Supplemntal Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for the month of November due to the government shutdown, local families may be looking for assistance with food. The United Way of Rome and Floyd County has a list of possible resources. Visit www.unitedfpc.org/food for…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 1, 2025–5:00 p.m. -WZQZ Radio- The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has launched an investigation into the death of an inmate at Hays State Prison last weekend, with Chattooga County officials confirming Friday that foul play is suspected, possibly involving the victim’s cellmate. On Friday, October 31, 2025, the Chattooga County Coroner’s office…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 1, 2025–4:40 p.m. -Staff reports- Remember to set your clock back one hour before going to bed Saturday night. Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, meaning you will get an extra hour of sleep. The time change is a perfect time to remind yourself to change the batteries in your smoke…… Continue Reading
Friday, October 31, 2025–9:20 a.m. -Staff reports- The Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation board voted Thursday to provide financial support to seven food agencies throughout its service area. The initial total gift is for $30,000, divided among the agencies. The board is going to evaluate this issue on a weekly basis and will do more if…… Continue Reading
Wednesday, October 29, 2025–9:30 a.m. -Georgia Department of Transportation- Halloween is this weekend, bringing many pedestrians to local neighborhoods for trick or treating and other Halloween festivities on Friday, October 31. The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is sharing anticipated travel forecasts for interstates and surface streets from Wednesday, October 29, through Sunday, November 2,…… Continue Reading
Monday, October 27, 2025–10:30 a.m. -AAA South- With fall already in full swing across Georgia, drivers are reaping the seasonal rewards, and gas prices are easing just as cooler days settle in. Over the weekend, the average price for regular unleaded gasoline edged down, offering modest relief at the pump. With crude oil prices remaining…… Continue Reading
Monday, October 20, 2025–10:40 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia drivers are pumping the brakes on rising costs as gas prices fall for the second week in a row. The state average is now 6 cents lower than last week, giving drivers some welcome relief at the pump. As of Monday, the statewide average stands at $2.81 per gallon, a…… Continue Reading