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Residents attending the JD Vance rally today in Lindale should prepare for increased traffic and potential delays. The Rome Transit Department has warned of much heavier traffic affecting bus routes 2A and 2B, with buses serving stops near Maple Street at 19th Street. These routes are expected to experience delays due to the large crowd expected for the event.

JD Vance Will Be in Georgia Today

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2024October 4, 2024

Blake Kirby’s quick thinking and courage avert a potential tragedy

Comcast Network Technician Saves Life of Rome Resident

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 2024

A federal district judge has ruled that a civil rights lawsuit filed by five Black students from Coosa High School in Rome, can move forward to trial.

Education, Newsflash

Black Lives Matter vs. The Confederate Flag: Georgia School Racism Lawsuit Can Move Forward

by Thom ChandlerAugust 15, 2024August 15, 2024

A crash on Ga. 101 at Doc Moates Road on the morning of August 8, involving a school bus carrying members of the Rome High School football team, has resulted in the arrest of a suspected DUI driver.

DUI Driver Arrested in Bus Crash That Injured Georgia High School Football Players

by Thom ChandlerAugust 9, 2024August 9, 2024

K9 Lieutenant Blaze, a cherished member of the Rome-Floyd Special Operations Group, passed away on June 24. Born on April 14, 2013, Blaze served as an explosives detection dog for eight years before retiring in 2023, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service.

Crime

Floyd County Says Goodby to Police Dog, K9 Lieutenant Blaze

by Thom ChandlerJune 24, 2024June 24, 2024

🦌 Going Above and Beyond: Police officers in Rome recently demonstrated that their duties extend far beyond fighting crime when they came to the rescue of a helpless baby deer.

Photos: Rome Police Officers Rescue Baby Deer from Storm Drain

by Thom ChandlerJune 2, 2024June 2, 2024

🕵️ The Gist: The Rome Police Department is urgently seeking the public's help in locating a missing juvenile, Mackenzie Baker, who is believed to be in immediate danger.

Rome Police Search for Missing Girl, Mackenzie Baker, Who is Believed to be in Immediate Danger

by Thom ChandlerMay 25, 2024May 25, 2024

🎬 The Gist: The West Rome bypass and key roads in Lindale will see closures this month for movie production, affecting local traffic and commutes.

Traffic & Transportation

Lights, Camera, Detour: West Rome Bypass and Lindale Roads to Close for Filming

by Thom ChandlerApril 9, 2024April 9, 2024

Police lights by night

Crime

Augusta Man Killed By Police in Rome: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 24, 2024February 24, 2024

🚨 The Gist: On Christmas morning, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's home in Georgia was the target of a swatting attempt, an incident she's experienced multiple times before.

Crime

Marjorie Taylor Greene Swatted on Christmas: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerDecember 26, 2023December 26, 2023

Anthony Curt Duran, a 36-year-old Rome man, was charged with felony cruelty to children in the second degree, criminal negligence, and disorderly conduct. He is also charged with misdemeanor obstruction of law enforcement officers, according to authorities.

Crime

Georgia Man Accused of Forcing His 6-Year-old Stepson To Walk to School in Freezing Weather

by Hannah Grace HaggardNovember 3, 2023November 3, 2023

building, cologne, facade

$1 Billion Microsoft Data Center Campus Coming to Northwest Georgia

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023

🏠 The Gist: Amidst the excitement of moving, many overlook the risk of falling prey to rental scams. The Rome Police Department recently offered some tips to help you avoid being scammed.

Crime

How to Spot Rental Scam Red Flags

by Thom ChandlerOctober 26, 2023October 26, 2023

Representing You

Georgia Republicans and Democrats Play Blame Game Over Government Shutdown

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 28, 2023October 10, 2023

Carrollton traveled north to Rome on Friday and made easy work of the previously undefeated Wolves. Sophomores Julian "JuJu" Lewis and Kimauri Farmer paced the offense, and the Carrollton defense was on point in a 33-13 win for the Trojans in Week 3 of the Georgia high school football season. Lewis ...

High School Football: Carrollton defense smothers Rome as Julian Lewis, Kimauri Farmer carry offense

by Mike Swanson, SBLive SportsSeptember 2, 2023September 2, 2023