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Georgia voters react to Biden dropping out of race
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Man accused of molesting 3 children arrested in west GA
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Floyd County to Vote on RV Park and 2024 Property Tax Rate on Tuesday
Plans for an RV campground near Cave Spring and a solar farm on Alabama Highway will go before the Floyd County Commission on Tuesday. The board also is scheduled to set the millage rate for 2024. Commissioners caucus at 4 p.m. and start their regular meeting at 6 p.m. in the County Administration Building, 12 E. Fourth Ave. A public hearing on the proposed property tax rate also is scheduled for 8 a.m. that day. ...
Rockmart seeking public comment for Specialty Shop ordinance
The Rockmart City Council will be holding a public hearing during their mid-August regular session to get comments about whether they should allow for a new ordinance to pass that would govern certain kinds of businesses seeking to serve alcohol. Commonly referred to as a “cigar bar ordinance,” the idea is to allow for owners […] The post Rockmart seeking public comment for Specialty Shop ordinance appeared first on Polk Today.
Back to School event coming up at Church of God @ Sardis Road next Saturday
The Church of God on Sardis Road in Rockmart is hosting a youth-focused Back-to-School event no matter how the weather turns out next Saturday. The July 27 event at 31 Sardis Road, Rockmart, is being held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is first-come, first-served with a limited offering of school supplies being given […] The post Back to School event coming up at Church of God @ Sardis Road next Saturday appeared first on Polk Today.
F.K. Jones Funeral Home expands to Rockmart
Providing service for families beyond the Rome area is the mission of Cedartown native Frank Jones, who has expanded into Polk County after taking over a longtime funeral home location in Rockmart. Near the end of June, licensing was finalized and F.K. Jones Funeral Home opened its doors to provide funeral services for many families […] The post F.K. Jones Funeral Home expands to Rockmart appeared first on Polk Today.
In Georgia, companies want to cut emissions. Utilities are holding them back.
This story is part of a collaboration with Grist and WABE to demystify the Georgia Public Service Commission, the small but powerful state-elected board that makes critical decisions about everything from raising electricity bills to developing renewable energy. With much fanfare and celebration, Georgia Power, the state’s largest electricity provider,...
UGA Recruiting: What Factored Into Latest Commit Choosing Georgia?
“I’ve been going there for years, every time that I go over there it feels like home,” Smith told DawgsHQ. “Every time that I go there it’s a great experience. It’s close to home. There’s such a great community behind it.”
Humane Society Pets of the Week – Sunday, July 21, 2024
Lulu Lulu is a one year old 43 lb Golden Retriever mix with medium long hair. She is very sweet and special girl. We believe she is house trained. She walks well on a leash and basically has good manners. With little training, she will learn commands. Her ideal home will be with a somewhat active family […] The post Humane Society Pets of the Week – Sunday, July 21, 2024 appeared first on Polk Today.
Rome To Set Tax Rate, Consider 'Small Bar' Concept Monday
The Rome City Commission is scheduled to set the city and school property tax rates on Monday and get a first look at several changes recommended by the Alcohol Control Commission. A final public hearing on the proposed millage rates is scheduled just before the vote during the board’s 6:30 p.m. meeting at City Hall, 601 Broad St. Plans are for a slight decrease, to a combined rate of 26.25...
Showers and storms will continue into the work week
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Into the night, chances of rain will steadily end. A few isolated showers cannot be ruled out, but most remain dry through Monday morning. Lows will fall toward the seasonable low to mid-70s. An upper-level trough to our north will keep rain chances elevated through Monday...
Cave Spring to Hold Solar Farm Q&A on Monday
The Cave Spring City Council will hold a special called meeting Monday, primarily to hear from a Georgia Power Co. representative about solar farms. A rezoning at the historic Vann Cherokee Cabin downtown also is on the agenda. Council members are scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. in City Hall, 10 Georgia Ave. The gathering — billed as a combination work session and meeting — is public. A question and...
Georgia officials on Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race
GEORGIA (WRBL) — On Sunday, President Joe Biden announced he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. This is what Georgia officials across the state have to say on the withdrawal. “President Biden has done a tremendous job. He is probably the most productive president we have had since LBJ. And I felt like […]
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