THE LATEST Wintry Mix Possible Thursday for Gordon, Chattooga, northern counties… An area of low pressure is expected to develop along the Gulf Coast and track offshore the Atlantic coast by Thursday afternoon. This will allow rain initially to develop across the area by Thursday morning. But as colder air filters into the area between… Read more
Media release: Today, Judge W. Gene Richardson announced for re-election to his post as Chief Magistrate of Floyd County. Judge Richardson has served as the Chief Magistrate of Floyd County since being appointed to the position by the judges of the Floyd County Superior Court in 2010. In announcing for re-election, Judge Richardson noted:… Read more
Hometown’s top headlines: please click here Cartersville Police: Suspect sought in city’s first murder of 2020. Ware Mechanical Weather Center: Floyd Schools to start on time; leave early as some roads still have high water. Latest on heavy rain, flooding, road issues — and more on the way. Dining: Ana’s showcases new patio; on course to open… Read more
From Cartersville Police: The victim has been identified as Julia T Malachi, 29; she was a Cartersville resident. From Cartersville Police: Tavares Atwell, 35, of Cartersville,, is wanted for murder after his involvement in a shooting at 1400 Joe Frank Harris Parkway on Monday evening, Feb. 18. He was observed leaving the scene on foot… Read more
Not Yo’ Granny’s Soul Food Fusion adds Rome Comedy Enclave: The South Broad Street restaurant, Not Yo’ Granny’s, has been knocking it out with great lunch and dinner options for several months. This Friday, they’ll add something news: “Live comedy by Rome Comedy Enclave! Each prepaid online ticket includes meal and admission. OR… Read more
Listen by clicking the above arrow. Rant of the Day. Click here. Today’s headlines: Ware Mechanical Weather Center: Normal start for Floyd County Schools. Latest on heavy rain, flooding, road issues — and more on the way. Cartersville Police seek suspect in Tuesday night murder. Dining: Ana’s showcases new patio; on course to open this… Read more
>Please click the above box for an audio edition of today’s report. Eons ago, as kids, we’d collect old soda bottles and redeem them, hoping to get a quarter or so. Our goal was the ever-squeaking comic book rack at the pharmacy. For 25 cents, we’d get the 80-page giant edition of Superman. It… Read more
The Boy Scouts of America has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protect with two stated objectives: “equitably compensate victims who were harmed during their time in Scouting and continue carrying out its mission for years to come. The BSA intends to use the Chapter 11 process to create a Victims Compensation Trust that would… Read more
Feb. 24: The Floyd County Board of Education will meet at Pepperell High School in the media center. The School Board will try to meet at least once a year at one of the county schools. The board meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and caucus will begin at 5 p.m. in the conference… Read more
Floyd County 4-H members excel in Life-LifeSmarts: As educators, parents and community figures it is out greatest desire to equip today’s youth with the skills they need to become positive productive citizens. Floyd County 4-H is providing opportunities for this to take place in a vibrant, creative way through a competitive event… Read more
Truett’s Chick-fil-A Sports Mount Berry Mall, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Riverside Parkway, 6 a.m.-10 p.m. SPORTS MENU: Basketball (high school, college) / Baseball/softball / Community sports calendar Berry College head football coach Tony Kunczewski announces the promotion of Zack Smith to the role of defensive coordinator following the departure of Nate Masters. According to the news… Read more
Northwest Georgia’s first responders today are mourning the passing of one of their own, William “Bill” Peace, who died Monday at age 60. He touched just about every level of public service available, from emergency management and emergency medical to police office, firefighter and dispatcher. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8 this… Read more
We’ll have additional details later today. From F.K. Jones Funeral Home, Rome: Mr. Daniel Webster Lee, age 61, of Rome, Ga. transitioned February 18, 2020. Complete arrangements are forthcoming. Please allow the family time to share together. Read more
Mr. John Willis Bagwell Jr., age 89, of Cave Spring, GA, passed away Monday, February 17, 2020, in a local hospital. John was born at McCall Hospital on March 18, 1930… so began a life of exploration that would take him far beyond the fields of his beloved Floyd County. He graduated from McHenry… Read more
FLOYD Coosa Country Club: Main kitchen, 93. Snack bar, 90. BARTOW Burger King, Dixie Avenue, 96. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, 87. GORDON No reports. POLK No reports. CHATTOOGA No reports. Read more
SAFETY TIPS: Track registered sex offenders in your community. Click Offender Watch Crime Mapping: See what crimes have been reported in your neighborhood. Crime Mapping Rome Police Department’s anonymous crime tip line. 706-236-5000. Click for details. Bartow County Sheriff’s Office partners with The Wanted Channel to provide an outlet to post wanted persons: Bartow’s most… Read more
MORNING REPORT Business: Some tweaks planned to LakePoint’s massive pavilion. Sweet P’s now offering lunch Monday-Thursday. WZQZ: ‘Trion Facts’ closing. Alleged ‘Ghost Face Gangsters’ member arrested in Polk County last week is now being questioned in deadly home invasion in Coweta County. Cycle Clap: Local law enforcement agencies partner with Pepperell High’s SADD group for motorcycle awareness.… Read more
