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Mitchell Scoggins wins re-election to State House District 14

Republican incumbent Mitchell Scoggins won re-election to the Georgia House of Representatives from District 14. Voters in the district, which includes portions of Bartow and Cherokee counties, returned Scoggins to the state House on Tuesday. With 100 percent of precincts reporting, Scoggins received 18,935 votes, or about 75.7 percent. Democratic challenger Bella Bautista received 6,076 votes, or about 24.3 percent.

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Floyd County water treatment plant facing staffing shortages

Floyd County officials are working to fill three vacant positions at the county’s water treatment plant, where a shortage of qualified operators has forced some employees to work double shifts to keep operations running around the clock. Assistant Utilities Administrator Steven Foy said the county has struggled to attract applicants for its vacant chief operator position, prompting officials to consider whether the starting salary is competitive with other water systems across Georgia. “They’re even more rare at that higher level,” Foy said. “And, you know, in demand even more so, because that’s your chief operator in terms of record with the EPD.” The position requires a Level 1 water operator license and carries responsibility for overseeing plant operations and regulatory reporting to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division. Foy said the county may need to reconsider its advertised salary to attract qualified applicants. The position pays between $25.33 and $29.13 per hour, while the two vacant water plant operator positions have an advertised range of $21.89 to $25.17 per hour. Foy said the county has received several applications for the lower-level positions but has yet to identify a qualified applicant for chief operator. In the meantime, retired chief operator Dave Davis

Floyd County, GA · 14h

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Summerville Fire Department Seeking Volunteer Firefighters

The Summerville Fire Department is encouraging residents interested in serving their community to consider becoming volunteer firefighters. The department recently announced that it continually accepts applications from individuals interested in joining its volunteer firefighting team. Applicants must be United States citizens, at least 18 years old, possess a high school...

Summerville, GA · 1d
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Local High School Football Teams Take the Field for the 12th and Final Week of the 2026 Regular Season [AUDIO]

It’s time for area high school football teams to take the field for the twelfth and final week of play in the 2026 regular season!. WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM will have coverage of Darlington football tonight as the Tigers host the Bremen Blue Devils. Darlington heads into the match...

Bremen, GA · 18h

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Stonebridge Golf Club remains in the black as rounds increase

Rome’s city-owned Stonebridge Golf Club reported positive operating income through the third quarter, with more rounds played than in the same period last year. During a recent General Administration Committee meeting, City Clerk Joe Smith presented the course’s financial report, which showed net operating income of $162,759 through September. It’s a slight dip from the $176,759 during the same period in 2025, although the number of rounds played increased slightly, from 32,045 last year to 32,385 this year. “Up to this point in the year, during the first nine months, it’s been a successful year,” Smith said. The latest figures build on Stonebridge’s positive midyear performance. Through June, the course reported $58,127 in net operating income, compared with a loss of approximately $17,000 during the same period in 2025. Revenue had also surpassed $1 million by the end of June. Those figures reflect the course’s operating performance and do not include capital improvements funded separately by the city. Smith said the course’s financial performance is expected to slow during the final three months of the year as temperatures drop and shorter daylight hours limit opportunities for play. Officials nevertheless expect Stonebridge to finish the year with positive net operating income.

Rome, GA · 2d

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Around Town: Aundi Lesley is back. Plus, don't forget the Meeting of the Minds

A familiar face is returning to Floyd County government as Aundi Lesley prepares to take over as the new county clerk. Lesley currently serves as economic development director for the city of Canton but, before that, she was Rome’s downtown development director from 2020 to 2024. Lesley holds a master’s degree in public administration from Jacksonville State University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of West Georgia. County Manager Jamie McCord said Lesley’s experience and familiarity with the community make her a good fit for the position. She will succeed Lauren Chumbler, who is stepping down from the role. County officials said Lesley is expected to transition into the position “in the coming weeks.” Littlest learners take to the polls Students at Model Elementary School learned about the election process earlier this week via a hands-on cookie contest. Second grade students crafted campaign posters, registered to vote and cast their ballots for a Chips Ahoy vs. Oreo election. We commend our educators for putting an age-appropriate fun spin on such a fundamental topic. One day, these little learners will have the opportunity to cast their vote for their county, city, state and nation, and we hope

Floyd County, GA · 19h

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The Salvation Army of Rome, GA Seeks Support This Holiday Season [AUDIO]

The Salvation Army of Rome, GA seeks the community’s support during the holiday season. Volunteers are sought to ring bells for the annual Red Kettle campaign, states Lieutenant Cory Tilley, Corps Officer. He encourages friends to bring friends and pitch in their assistance for a couple of hours. Red...

Rome, GA · 1d

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Arrest reports for November 5

Warrant: Woman arrested after shooting at another woman. A Rome woman is facing a felony count of aggravated assault following her arrest on Wednesday. 36-year-old Katrina Deloris Haynes pointed and fired a 9mm handgun in the direction of a woman at an apartment on Dodd Boulevard back on September 19.

Rome, GA · 1d

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Man dies after being hit by vehicle on Wednesday

-Staff reports- A Rome man died after he was struck by a vehicle on Alabama Highway at Woods Road on Wednesday evening. According to Floyd County Coroner Gene Proctor and Floyd County Police, it is believed that 48-year-old Fred Adams Collins was walking to a nearby gas station after his truck had run out of gas.

Rome, GA · 1d