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Floyd County and Cave Spring Introduce Gaming Machine Ordinances
Floyd County and Cave Spring officials introduced ordinances to partially regulate gaming machines, often referred to as ding ding machines, this week. The county’s proposed ordinance, introduced during Tuesday’s Floyd County Commission meeting, will also allow for a COAM license fee. Commissioners said the fee details would be determined after the second reading but would be anywhere from zero to $500. The county ordinance will require stores with the Class...
Around Town: New Twist in Apartment Boom: "All-Inclusive" Offer. Mall Losing 2 Shops
One of Northwest Georgia’s newest apartment complexes is leasing with amenities including wi-fi, “valet” trash collection, elevators and two dog parks. 175 Main is just behind the “mega” Kroger off East Main Street in Cartersville, close to the I-75 interchange. It is the latest joint project from Charles Williams Real Estate Investment Corp. and Ledbetter Properties. Some 200 luxury apartments are under roof with one-, two- and three-bedroom options. Lease...
GA Chamber Forecast: Growth and Growing Pains Across the State
The Rome Floyd Chamber heard a familiar story in a presentation from the Georgia Chamber of Commerce regarding the economic future of the state and our region. Expect growth, accompanied by a not-insignificant amount of growing pains, Georgia Chamber President and CEO Chris Clark said during a trip to Rome last week with his team. “Companies that are changing the global economy love rural Georgia,” Clark said. “And unlike previous...
We Care Vets Fair Returns To Rome In A New Home
For many veterans, asking for help is often a last resort — despite whatever situation they are dealing with — because they always know someone else who is more deserving of aid. “The problem is that, with these benefits, if you don’t use them, you lose them,” said United Military Care’s Kelly Fisk. “And what we’re trying to communicate to vets now (is), if not for you, think of your caregiver.” ...
Georgia State Patrol Reports 33 DUI Arrests After Concert in Rome
The Georgia State Patrol arrested 33 people on charges of driving under the influence in Floyd and Bartow counties on Friday and Saturday nights. This past weekend several thousand people attended the Rock the Country concert at Kingston Downs, with headliners Kid Rock on Friday night and Jason Aldean on Saturday night. According to the Sgt. Doug Shamblin of the GSP, they made a concentrated effort over the weekend to...
AdventHealth Redmond Gets An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade
AdventHealth Redmond earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to hospitals across the country based on more than 30 national performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. “Our team members consistently offer...
GALLERY: Covenant Christian School celebrates trio’s graduation with Class of 2024
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Humane Society Pets of the Week – May 16, 2024
Tamara Tamara is a very sweet little girl that loves to be petted. She is small at almost 12 pounds and 6 years old. She loves to sit in your lap and sleep in the bed with you. She is playful, sweet, enjoys riding in the car and is okay with cats and kids. We are […] The post Humane Society Pets of the Week – May 16, 2024 appeared first on Polk Today.
Pair of Public Works employees recognized for bicycle donation
A pair of Polk County Public Works employees were commended on social media for a special donation they made to one local youth in dire need of a new set of wheels. The Facebook page for Polk County thanked Jerome Bowman and Kyle Tanner for making a special donation of a new bicycle to a […] The post Pair of Public Works employees recognized for bicycle donation appeared first on Polk Today.
City Council signs off on Civility pledge
The Rockmart City Council on Tuesday took up a resolution during their May regular session that promises to ensure that their work will always be conducted in a polite fashion. The resolution unanimously approved and read into the record comes from a request from the Georgia Municipal Association that members all vote to take up […] The post City Council signs off on Civility pledge appeared first on Polk Today.
REPORT: Woman stopped for speeding found with gun, drugs in early morning stop
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Eight is the magic number for LHS Baseball Red Devils
For the Loganville High School baseball program, tradition never graduates. The Red Devils won their eighth overall state championship Friday in thrilling fashion with a 4-3 comeback win against Cartersville in game three of the series. LHS had trailed 3-0 after the top of the first inning. It was the third consecutive state championship for the Diamond Devils. Photo credit: Brett Fowler | Brett Fowler Photography.
Mail Service Delays Could Impact Absentee Ballots in Floyd
Continuing issues within the United States Postal Service have prompted Floyd County’s elections director to encourage absentee voters to deliver their ballot to the elections office drop box to ensure delivery. “On behalf of the Floyd County election office, we apologize for any issues you may encounter with mail delays,” said Election Supervisor Akyn Beck. “We appreciate your cooperation while we do our best to mitigate delays beyond our control and outside our scope of practice.” ...
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