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Gov. Brian Kemp extends State of Emergency in response to Tropical Storm Debby cleanup
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp extended on Wednesday the State of Emergency initially ordered on Aug. 3 to continue providing relief for flooded areas in Georgia and along its coast caused by Tropical Storm Debby. The State of Emergency, which was set to end on Thursday, was extended through Aug. 20 to allow for...
Georgia Power electricity bills are high, here’s what officials say is happening
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The current increase to the electricity bills comes after a late 2022 approval of Georgia Powers Integrated Resource Plan. This plan was approved by the Georgia Public Service Commission and allows for rates to be increased until 2025. Below is an official statement from Georgia Power about their increased rates. “At […]
ROME-FLOYD RECYCLING CENTER TO HOST HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE AND ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 21ST
The Rome-Floyd Recycling Center, 412 Lavender Drive in Rome, will host a Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Appointments are required and may be made online via the SignUpGenius link at www.floydcountyga.gov starting next week or by telephone at (706) 291-5266 starting on the first business day of next month, says Emma Wells, Director of Solid Waste for Floyd County. She adds that this is the last chance in 2024 to get rid of household hazardous waste, including liquids like used motor oil and paints.
Sears struggles to honor policy after longtime shopper of 50 years claims ‘everything has changed’ – now I’m out $700
A SEARS customer is fed up with the store after encountering a warranty issue. Despite 50 years as a customer of the historic department store, she’s found that things have changed. Ann Dell, of Georgia, has long relied on Sears for her appliances, she told local ABC affiliate WSB.
Trump Allies Hit With Ethics Complaint for Pushing Election Conspiracy
The former chair of the Fulton County Board of Elections filed an ethics complaint Friday against three of the Georgia State Election Board’s members, accusing them of breaking the law in their efforts to help Donald Trump disrupt the presidential election. In the complaint addressed to Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, former Chair Cathy Woolard alleged that board members Rick Jeffares, Janice Johnston, and Janelle King had violated the ethics code by failing to follow state law and violating the public’s trust. Through their efforts to make significant changes to the rules governing Georgia’s elections, they had “at minimum created the appearance...
'We no longer trust the post office' | Central Georgians still having issues with U.S. mail
MACON, Ga. — Postal service problems continue to linger in Georgia. This week state lawmakers are pressing the postmaster general on the work that's being done to solve the issue. The postal regulatory commission scored Georgia's postal service 63.7% for on-time performance, while the national average was 87%. A...
Around Town: Green Tomato Buffet Plans September Opening in West Rome. Now Hiring: Amazon
The newest player in West Rome’s ever-changing dining scene is bringing back a buffet. This latest one will go a bit beyond meats and veggies. The Green Tomato Buffet at 2103 Shorter Ave. is expected to open by mid September in the recent home of Cod Tail. Prep work is continuing, with a large commercial dumpster behind the restaurant quickly filling up. The “coming soon” signage dominates the front. ...
ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND TO HOST FREE NWGA CARDIOVASCULAR SYMPOSIUM
AdventHealth Redmond is hosting a free NWGA Cardiovascular Symposium from 8 am to 4:30 pm on Wed., Sept. 18, at the Forum Rivercenter Ballroom, located at 301 Tribune St., Rome, Georgia 30161. This event will offer health care professionals, including EMS, nurses, and others who work with cardiovascular patients, the...
ROME EMPERORS DROP THURSDAY NIGHT TILT WITH ASHEVILLE TOURISTS, TEAMS’ SERIES CONTINUES THIS WEEKEND
Blake Burkhalter’s season may have started late, but he has gained ground and cemented himself as a pivotal piece of Cody Gabella’s starting rotation as the 2024 South Atlantic League Playoffs creep ever closer. With the Emperors eyeing their fourth straight win, Gabella would give the ball to the former Auburn Tiger Blake Burkhalter against the Asheville Tourists on Thursday night.
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