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Journey Community Food Pantry Announces November Grocery Distribution Dates

Journey Community Food Pantry will distribute groceries to families experiencing food insecurity on Wednesday, November 11, and Wednesday, November 18, with distribution hours scheduled from 10 a.m. until noon and again from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. The pantry will be closed to the public during Thanksgiving week. Available groceries...

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Floyd County Sheriff’s Office Opens Applications for 2026 Sheriff Santa Program

The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for its 2026 Sheriff Santa Program, which provides Christmas gifts to local children whose families need holiday assistance. The program is working with Toys for Tots this year, with gifts divided by age groups to help ensure children receive age-appropriate presents....

Floyd County, GA · 2d
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Floyd County hires Rome’s Chris Jenkins as public works director

Rome Public Works Director Chris Jenkins is making the move to Floyd County to lead its Public Works Department as longtime director Michael Skeen prepares to retire. The Floyd County Commission approved Jenkins’ employment contract during its regular meeting Tuesday. The contract was not included on the original agenda but was added after commissioners returned from an executive session during caucus. County Manager Jamie McCord said Jenkins’ experience and familiarity with local government operations made him a strong candidate to take over the department. “I don’t think there’s any way we could have found someone more qualified than Chris Jenkins to take this position,” McCord said. Jenkins previously served as Floyd County’s facilities manager from February 2009 until December 2011, when he joined the City of Rome as street department director. At the time, McCord was overseeing that department as Rome’s public works director. McCord remained in that position until April 2013, when he left to become Floyd County manager. Jenkins later became Rome’s public works director, overseeing street maintenance, drainage, solid waste operations and other municipal services. Rome City Manager Sammy Rich said Wednesday that Jenkins’ departure caught him off guard. Rich learned of the decision Tuesday, shortly before

Floyd County, GA · 22h

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Planning Commission backs proposed RV park on Kraftsman Road

A proposal to turn part of the former Kraftsman Club golf course into a 50-space recreational vehicle park received a favorable recommendation from the Rome-Floyd Planning Commission despite concerns about traffic, septic systems and the potential impact on nearby residents. The commission voted Thursday to recommend approval of a special use permit for the property at 284 Kraftsman Road. The Floyd County Commission, which makes the final decision, is scheduled to hold a public hearing on the permit Nov. 24 at 6 p.m. in the Community Room of the Floyd County Administration Building, 12 E. Fourth Ave. Property owner Kerry Brown is seeking permission to develop the RV park on land zoned suburban residential, which allows RV parks with a special use permit. Brown told commissioners he has owned the property for about 10 years and believes the park could provide accommodations for workers coming to Floyd County for industrial and construction projects. When commissioners asked how many of the 50 spaces he expects to fill, Brown said demand would depend on activity at nearby industrial facilities. Nearby residents questioned whether the area’s existing infrastructure could support the proposed development. Kathy Smith, whose property adjoins the site, raised concerns about

Floyd County, GA · 20h

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It’s Playoff Time for Local High School Football Teams!

Local high school football teams have finished the 2026 regular season and are playoff-bound this weekend. WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM will provide coverage of the Darlington Tigers on Friday as they hit the road to take on Mt. Bethel Christian in the first round of the GHSA’s Private State Football Championship.

Rome, GA · 1d

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Calhoun Moves Forward With $50 Million Water System Improvement Financing

Calhoun is preparing to undertake as much as $50 million in water infrastructure improvements through a new financing agreement approved by the City Council. Council members adopted a Master Bond Resolution establishing the framework for utility-related borrowing and approved a supplemental agreement with Truist Commercial Equity for up to $50 million in Series 2026 Draw-Down Revenue Bonds.

Calhoun, GA · 1d

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GNTC Culinary Arts students build careers at Barnsley Resort

Some Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) Culinary Arts students and graduates are embarking on an exciting career path at Barnsley Resort in Adairsville. “Barnsley Resort was impressed with a couple of students in the Culinary Arts program that we sent there to assist with a catered event,” said Chef Greg Paulson, program director and instructor of Culinary Arts at GNTC. “Their executive chef boasted about how knowledgeable and well-trained the students were.”

Adairsville, GA · 1d

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Scouting America’s Northwest Georgia Council Invites Youngsters to Join Cub Scouts [AUDIO]

Scouting America’s Northwest Georgia Council continues to seek youngsters to join Cub Scouts. Kevin Payne, council volunteer, says that Cub Scouts enjoy weekly meetings, camping, special events, and community service. They are currently looking forward to participating in the Rome Christmas Parade. Scouting teaches outdoor skills, leadership skills, public...

Rome, GA · 1d

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Experience the Magic of a Victorian Christmas at Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum This Holiday Season

Step into the enchantment of Christmases past during Victorian Christmas Tours at Martha Berry’s historic Oak Hill home. Join Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum on December 4, 5, 11, and 12 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for an evening filled with holiday wonder, festive traditions, and seasonal cheer.

Mt Berry, GA · 1d

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Arrest reports for November 11

Man charged with aggravated stalking, possession of cocaine. A Garden Lakes man has been arrested on charges of Aggravated stalking, tampering with evidence, possession of cocaine, and obstruction of officers. According to an arrest warrant and Floyd County Jail records:. 45-year-old Zakelvis Mylea Mayes violated a dating violence temporary protective...

Rome, GA · 1d

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Walker County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Driver in Rossville Investigation

The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying a driver as part of an investigation into an incident that occurred last week in Rossville. According to investigators, the incident happened during the early morning hours of Friday, November 6, in the 200 block of Overbrook Drive. Authorities believe the vehicle involved may be a Hyundai Santa Fe.

Rossville, GA · 2d