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Category Archives: Local News

Shonna Bailey announces run for county commission

Shonna Bailey announces run for county commission

Wednesday, January 8, 2025–9:45 a.m. -John Bailey, Rome News-Tribune- This story is possible because of a news-sharing agreement with the Rome News-Tribune. More information can be found at northwestgeorgianews.com Longtime community advocate and businesswoman Shonna Bailey is the second person to toss her hat in the ring to fill the Post 4 Floyd County Commission seat…read more

Fincher: Prep now for winter weather

Fincher: Prep now for winter weather

Wednesday, January 8, 2025–9:40 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- With the threat of snow and possibly ice in the forecast for Friday and Saturday, now is the time to prepare. According to Floyd County Emergency Management Agency Deputy Director Chris Fincher, preparedness is especially important for those who live near some well-known problem areas when…read more

Stay safe this sick season: Community steps to prevent the spread of rising respiratory illness

Stay safe this sick season: Community steps to prevent the spread of rising respiratory illness

Wednesday, January 8, 2025–9:40 a.m. -Atrium Health Floyd News Release- As respiratory illnesses rise, Atrium Health Floyd is urging everyone to take steps to protect themselves and those around them. Simple actions, like staying current on vaccinations, practicing good hygiene, and staying home when unwell, can help keep individuals, families, and communities safer this sick…read more

Winter Storm Watch from Friday morning until Saturday morning

Winter Storm Watch from Friday morning until Saturday morning

Wednesday, January 8, 2024–6:50 a.m. -National Weather Service- The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a Winter Storm Watch for our area from Friday morning until Saturday morning. A wintry mix of precipitation is possible. Snow and sleet accumulations in the mountains could average between three to six inches with locally higher amounts…read more

Floyd County Public Works prepping for possible winter weather

Floyd County Public Works prepping for possible winter weather

Tuesday, January 7, 2025–5:50 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- Everyone is keeping a close on the weather, as there is a chance for some wintry precipitation Friday afternoon into Saturday. Floyd County Public Works Director Michael Skeen said the county has brine tanks that can be used even before any snow or freezing rain begins…read more

Georgia Power provides tips for cold, winter weather

Georgia Power provides tips for cold, winter weather

Tuesday, January 7, 2025–5:45 p.m. -Georgia Power News Release- As Georgia experiences frigid temperatures and the potential for severe winter weather later this week, Georgia Power is encouraging customers to take steps now to prepare and stay safe and warm. Whether exploring new ways to save energy or preparing for severe weather and potential power outages,…read more

Arrest reports for January 7

Arrest reports for January 7

Tuesday, January 7, 2025–5:40 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Woman arrested on burglary charge A Plainville woman was booked into the Floyd County Jail Monday on a felony warrant charging her with 1st-degree burglary. According to the warrant: 36-year-old Jasmine Miranda Hamilton forced her way into a residence on Spring Circle in Rome back on…read more

FCSO updates Top 10 Most Wanted

FCSO updates Top 10 Most Wanted

Tuesday, January 8, 2025–5:35 p.m. -Floyd County Sheriff’s Office- With the recent arrest of Jaylon D’Amonte Jester, one of Floyd County’s ‘Most Wanted,’ another name has been added to the Top 10 list/ 32-year-old Frederick Jamal Hughes is wanted on four counts of aggravated stalking and failure to appear for animal ordinance violations. Anyone with information…read more

High-speed chase that started in Bartow ends in Gordon, two arrested

High-speed chase that started in Bartow ends in Gordon, two arrested

January 6th, 2025 – 4:00 PM WRGA Staff Reports – The Gordon County Sherriff’s Office has reported that a high-speed chase resulted in two Tennessee residents’ arrest on January 4th. According to reports, around 3 PM, Bartow County authorities initiated a pursuit of a vehicle traveling north on Interstate 75. The chase extended into Gordon…read more

One Man’s Opinion, “The Legacies of James Earl Carter,”

One Man’s Opinion, “The Legacies of James Earl Carter,”

January 6, 2025 – Bill Crane Many believe the ultimate accomplishment for any American citizen is to be elected President of the United States.  Though in our nearing 250 year history, only 46 have reached that objective, I would submit that its 39th occupant left many more lasting legacies during his years prior to and…read more