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New ‘Heart of Rome’ mural celebrates community, inclusivity along ECO Greenway
What was once a graffiti-covered concrete wall along one of Rome’s busiest trails has been transformed into a 192-foot piece of public art celebrating the people, places and traditions that make the city unique. The new “Heart of Rome” mural, located along the AdventHealth ECO Greenway beside the Fifth Avenue Bridge, features a large heart filled with symbols representing Rome’s history, natural beauty, education and community. The blue-and-white artwork was created by local artist Renee Peterson through a collaboration involving Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful, TRED of Rome Floyd County and AdventHealth Redmond. Hannah Bagley, program coordinator for Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful, said the goal was to create something that represented more than the city’s landmarks. “We wanted to highlight what special things are between the rivers, and that is so much more than just a place,” Bagley said. “It’s the people and those who have built all these amazing things.” Bagley said she and Julie Smith, the city of Rome’s trails and transportation planner and a TRED board member, had discussed creating a mural for approximately two years. The wall, which is part of the area’s historic levee system, had remained largely bare and had accumulated graffiti over the years. Both frequently
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Peachy Pub to celebrate one year on Broad Street Saturday night
If you’re wondering where everyone will be this Saturday night, they are probably going to be on Broad Street at Peachy Pub & Grill for its one-year anniversary party. The pub at 325 Broad St. offers live music and other events. The celebration includes a $500 cash raffle, a free buffet from 7 to 9 p.m., music by D.J. Don Julio and even a mechanical bull, according to manager Taylor Locklear. “We want to show our appreciation for the people of Rome and Floyd County who have made our first year here on Broad Street so special,” Locklear said. “Saturday night is going to be a lot of fun, and we hope to see everyone there.” The pub is known for its solid pub food and pizzas as well as an extensive selection of beers. “Our Wednesday night karaoke night is very popular,” Locklear said, “but there’s nothing like watching college football on Saturday with our 99-cent wing deal and drink specials. It’s a great crowd.” According to Locklear, the anniversary weekend gets off to a start Friday night with special musical guest Fischer Lord , who has performed at Fiddlin’ Fest as well as other local venues and is
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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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This Smyrna Seafood Restaurant Serves A Shrimp Basket Worth Seeking Out
Jumbo shrimp, hush puppies, fries, and coleslaw come together in one basket at a seafood spot nowhere near the beach. It’s tucked into a busy Georgia neighborhood just off a major interstate, miles from any salty breeze. The kitchen puts a strong emphasis on sustainably sourced seafood from well-known...
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My Five: Tucker Mayor Anne Lerner’s favorite local restaurants
Tucker Mayor Anne Lerner shares five restaurants she frequents in the city. Cuisines from the mayor's top five Tucker restaurants range from Middle Eastern fare and West African food to Nepalese, Mexican, and Korean dishes. The post My Five: Tucker Mayor Anne Lerner’s favorite local restaurants appeared first on Rough Draft® .
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10 restaurants to try in Tucker
Tucker features restaurants serving cuisines representing multiple countries. You'll find everything from classic Southern restaurants and taco spots, to Nepalese, Honduran, and Korean establishments. The post 10 restaurants to try in Tucker appeared first on Rough Draft® .