Category Archives: Floyd County

Ensure a happy, safe Halloween

Ensure a happy, safe Halloween

Tuesday, October 28, 2025–8:00 a.m. -Atrium Health Floyd News Release- Parents who want Halloween to be fun and not frightful for little ghouls and goblins can take some pre-emptive steps to ensure a fun night. If you are already considering that perfect costume, safety considerations should be high on that list. “It’s important to make…Continue Reading

City Commission revokes alcohol license at K&A Mart

City Commission revokes alcohol license at K&A Mart

Monday, October 27, 2025–9:15 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Rome City Commission has followed the recommendation of the Rome Alcohol Control Commission to revoke the beer package license of a store in East Rome. The ACC recommended the revocation and a $2,000 fine following two incidents at the K&A Mart on Maple Avenue that…Continue Reading

City commissioner tables Forsyth Street rezoning to give family time to find other housing solutions

City commissioner tables Forsyth Street rezoning to give family time to find other housing solutions

Monday, October 27, 2025–9:00 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Rome City Commission hears a difficult and emotional plea for a rezoning request on Monday, and vows to help find a solution to reunify a family. The applicants were seeking a change in zoning for 3 Forsyth Street from High-Density Traditional Residential to Suburban Residential…Continue Reading

Gas prices decline

Gas prices decline

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

Floyd County Commission meets Tuesday

Floyd County Commission meets Tuesday

Monday, October 27, 2025–10:15 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Floyd County Commission will consider a resolution approving the issuance of revenue bonds by the Development Authority of Floyd County on Behalf of Lavender Mountain Senior Living when it meets Tuesday night. The tax-exempt bonds would fund a project at The Spires at Berry College.…Continue Reading

Arrest reports for October 27

Arrest reports for October 27

Monday, October 27, 2025–10:10 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man facing meth possession charge An East Rome man is facing a felony possession of methamphetamine charge following his arrest on Sunday. According to Floyd County Jail records: 31-year-old Austin William Martin, of a High Street address, was found with suspected meth in his vehicle. He…Continue Reading

Early voting continues until Oct. 31

Early voting continues until Oct. 31

Sunday, October 26, 2025–3:10 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- It’s the final week of early voting. City of Rome voters are choosing between five candidates seeking three seats in Ward Two on the city commission. The candidates are Elaina Beeman, Jamie Doss, Jill Fisher, Vic Hixon, and Randy Quick. Nine candidates are vying for seven…Continue Reading

Residents invited to vote for Best Pumpkin with proceeds benefitting scholarships

Residents invited to vote for Best Pumpkin with proceeds benefitting scholarships

Sunday, October 26, 2025–2:50 p.m. -News Release- The City of Rome Employee Engagement Committee has announced the inaugural City Department Pumpkin Decorating Contest; the public is invited to join in the fun by voting for their favorite pumpkin masterpiece. Location: Rome City Hall, 601 Broad StreetVoting Period: Now through 3:00 p.m. on October 31How to Vote: $1 = 1 Vote…Continue Reading

Rome City Commission to consider alcohol license revocation on Monday

Rome City Commission to consider alcohol license revocation on Monday

Sunday, October 26, 2025–2:45 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Rome City Commission will consider revoking the beer package license at the K&A Mart on Maple Avenue when it meets on Monday. The Rome Alcohol Control Commission is recommending the revocation and a $2,000 fine following two incidents at the store that occurred during the…Continue Reading

Alabama man arrested for possession of meth

Alabama man arrested for possession of meth

Sunday, October 26, 2025–2:30 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- A Centre, Alabama, man was booked into the Floyd County Jail late last week on a felony possession of methamphetamine charge. According to Floyd County Jail records: A vehicle driven by 60-year-old Dennis John Haughey was stopped by police at Old Airport Road for no headlights.…Continue Reading