There is no custom code to display.
There is no custom code to display.
Monday, December 9, 2024–9:20 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- The Floyd County Commission is expected to approve a resolution to call for a special election to fill the unexpired term of Larry Maxey when it meets Tuesday. Maxey passed away on November 23 and his post-four seat is not up for re-election until 2026. The…… read more
Monday, December 9, 2024–8:15 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas price average remains steady at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians are paying an average of $2.90 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’ state average remains the same as a week ago, at 4 cents less than a month ago and 15 cents less than…… read more
Sunday, December 8, 2024–5:15 p.m. -News Release- The Rome-Floyd ECO Center is proud to announce the unveiling of ten new signs in the Wetlands Demonstration Area, a key feature of the center’s educational programming. These signs highlight the unique characteristics and ecological significance of the local wetland habitat, offering visitors an in-depth look at this…… read more
Sunday, December 8, 2024–5:15 p.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Man charged with aggravated assault, exploitation or intimidation of the elderly A 57-year-old Rome man is accused of assaulting his mother at his residence on Mathis Road back on March 18. According to an arrest warrant: Larry Jeffrey Pitts put his hands around the 80-year-old victim’s…… read more
Sunday, December 8, 2024–5:10 p.m. -News Release- Rome City Schools showed growth in some areas of the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) scores released by the Georgia Department of Education today. The CCRPI is Georgia’s statewide accountability measurement as required by the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The CCRPI assesses how well…… read more
Sunday, December 8, 2024–5:00 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- Rome City Commissioners will review the proposed 2025 draft budgets on Monday. A budget discussion is scheduled for the commission’s caucus session, which begins at 5 p.m. in the Sam King Rome at Rome City Hall. As has been reported, 2025 is shaping up to be…… read more
![[VIDEO] 2024 Lindale Christmas Parade highlights](https://cdn.socast.io/9065/sites/12/2024/12/07201047/featured-lindale-christmas-2024-150x103.jpg)
December 7th, 2024 – 8:00 PM Ethan Garrett – WRGA Digital News Editor & Video Reporter Saturday evening marked the start of the holiday season as the 2024 Lindale Christmas Parade brought festive cheer to the community. Check out our video highlight reel of the parade in the video above.… read more
Saturday, December 7, 2024–12:28 p.m. -Ethan Garrett, WRGA News- The investigation into an accident that claimed the life of a Rome Water and Sewer Division employee is ongoing. James Rayburn suffered a fatal injury Thursday evening while working on a city water project in West Rome. Michael Walters, who was working with Rayburn, sustained minor…… read more
![[VIDEO] 2024 Shorter University President’s Gala highlights](https://cdn.socast.io/9065/sites/12/2024/12/06172708/featured-K-Sorbo-Shorter-Gala-24-150x103.jpg)
December 6th, 2024 – 5:30 PM Ethan Garrett – WRGA Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – The President’s Gala kicked off with a brief meet-and-greet at the Nelson and Trudy Price Learning Center before moving to the main event at the Shorter University gym. Dr. Ben Bruce, Vice President of University Advancement, expressed gratitude…… read more
Friday, December 6, 2024–10:00 a.m. -News Release- At first, Allen Stephens thought he was just having a bad migraine. The assistant director of Oncology Services at Atrium Health Floyd was at work this past May, performing some CPR exercises when he noticed he just didn’t feel right. “Two of the fingers on my right hand…… read more