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
Sunday, November 2, 2025–3:15 p.m. -News Release- Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) will host a Free Application Month throughout November to help those who are seeking to enroll in the spring semester. Through Nov. 30, GNTC will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming students. Applicants should enter the code FREEAPP26 (all capital letters)…… Continue Reading
Sunday, November 2, 2025–3:10 p.m. -Staff reports- The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) honored 33 state and local law enforcement agencies for their work in saving lives on our roads at the 26th annual Governor’s Challenge Awards on Friday at the Macon Centreplex. GOHS presented Agency of the Year awards in nine different categories…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 1, 2025–5:40 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- A 28-year-old Rome man is accused of being in possession of drugs while at the Floyd County Jail. According to jail records: Branton Kaden Hughes had three baggies of synthetic marijuana, which were located in close proximity to his personal belongings. He is charged with felony counts…… Continue Reading
Saturday, November 1, 2025–5:05 p.m. -News Release- On World Stroke Day, AdventHealth Redmond spotlighted its groundbreaking advancements in stroke care that are transforming outcomes for patients across Northwest Georgia. As the region’s first and only hospital offering 24/7 interventional stroke treatment, AdventHealth Redmond is bringing life-saving care closer to home and greatly reducing the need…… 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
![[VIDEO] Families Celebrate Halloween Early in Downtown Rome (2025)](https://cdn.socast.io/9065/sites/4/2025/10/31162932/featured-halloween-2025.jpg#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
October 31st, 2025 – 4:30 PM Ethan Garrett – WRGA Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – Downtown Rome got a head start on Halloween fun Friday afternoon as crowds of families packed Broad Street for some early trick-or-treating. Local businesses handed out candy to costumed kids, while the Desoto Theatre offered a free screening…… Continue Reading
October 31st, 2025 – 1:50 PM WRGA Staff Reports – (The image above is a sample ballot from the Georgia Secretary of State Website, provided for informational purposes only. Any marks made on it will not count. Voters must use the official ballot provided at their polling location) Floyd County voters will head to the…… Continue Reading