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Christopher Smith
Mr. Christopher Gerald Smith, age 50 of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1974 in Rome, Georgia. He was the son of Arthur Gerald Smith and Susan Annette Kines Smith. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur Alexander Smith & Gladys Bates […] The post Christopher Smith appeared first on Polk Today.
Aragon Historical Society planning for fall events
When the City of Aragon celebrates all things local during the upcoming BBQ event in September, the Aragon Historical Society will also be on hand for one of their big events of the fall as well. Arnold Wheeler came to the Aragon City Council meeting last Thursday, August 15, to talk about the Aragon Historical […] The post Aragon Historical Society planning for fall events appeared first on Polk Today.
El Coyote celebrates big move to Downtown Rockmart
Local officials, the chamber and owners of El Coyote celebrated on Monday afternoon as the restaurant grabbed the giant scissors and made their move to downtown Rockmart official. El Coyote – previously located on North Piedmont Avenue next door to Family Dollar – began their move over to the former Knuckleheads on West Elm Street […] The post El Coyote celebrates big move to Downtown Rockmart appeared first on Polk Today.
Donald Leming
Mr. Donald “Don” Jackson Leming, age 95 of Madison, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024. He was born on July 10, 1929, he was the son of the late Clyde Ray Leming and Grace Jackson Leming Mull. A graveside service for Mr. Leming will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at two […] The post Donald Leming appeared first on Polk Today.
SUBSCRIBER VIDEO: Aragon City Council Regular Session – August 15, 2024
The Aragon City Council held their monthly regular session on Thursday evening, August 15, 2024 at City Hall. The post SUBSCRIBER VIDEO: Aragon City Council Regular Session – August 15, 2024 appeared first on Polk Today.
Violet Christine Smith
Mrs. Violet Christine Smith, age 88, of Cartersville, GA, passed away Sunday morning, August 18, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Smith was born in Rome, GA, on September 6, 1935, a daughter of the late Edward Brownlow and Ethel Mae Adams Brownlow. She had lived the greater part of her life in Polk County, having […] The post Violet Christine Smith appeared first on Polk Today.
Olin Lynn Gammage III
Mr. Olin L. Gammage III, “Big O”, age 58 of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024. He was born on October 14, 1965 in Cedartown. He was the son of Letitia Zuker Moore and the late Olin L. Gammage Jr. Being the third generation of Olin L. Gammage and Sons Funeral Home, […] The post Olin Lynn Gammage III appeared first on Polk Today.
Aragon BBQ returns in September for loaded weekend of fun
A softball tournament, food, live music and fireworks are all in store for the annual celebration of the mill village and surrounding area that local residents call home, but everyone else knows as the City of Aragon. The annual BBQ returns to Pittman Park starting on Friday evening, September 20 and continues all day on […] The post Aragon BBQ returns in September for loaded weekend of fun appeared first on Polk Today.
DPH: Measles Case in Metro Atlanta confirmed
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in a metro Atlanta resident who was not fully vaccinated. The individual was exposed to measles while traveling out of the country. DPH is working to identify anyone who may have had contact […] The post DPH: Measles Case in Metro Atlanta confirmed appeared first on Polk Today.
Specialty Shop ordinance gets Rockmart Council’s OK
The Rockmart City Council took a rare split during their Tuesday session on an item on the agenda that expands business opportunities and investment within the city limit – with some caveats. A new Specialty Shop ordinance was approved and is now in effect with a 4-1 vote during the monthly regular session held on […] The post Specialty Shop ordinance gets Rockmart Council’s OK appeared first on Polk Today.
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