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Water bills for Rome households might climb by 5.5% annually in both 2025 and 2026. For a family using 4,500 gallons a month, that means an increase from $68.89 to $72.67. The move is tied to rising infrastructure costs and efforts to ensure clean, reliable water for the city.

Your Government

Will Rome Residents See Water Bill Rates go up?

by B.T. ClarkDecember 11, 2024December 11, 2024

Marjorie Taylor Greene

Woman Dies in Wreck With Officer Responding to Bomb Threat at Marjorie Taylor Greene’s House

by Kim Jarrett | The Center SquareDecember 10, 2024December 10, 2024

Lost Dog: Kiko, a black dog with a bit of white on his chin and toes, jumped out of his owner’s vehicle at Huddle House in Trenton earlier today. He is microchipped but wasn’t wearing a collar. If you spot him, please contact his family at 808-351-7899 and ask for Nikki Lyons.

Around Georgia: Missing Dog

by B.T. ClarkDecember 10, 2024December 10, 2024

A Calhoun massage parlor is at the center of a human trafficking investigation following a police raid that led to the owner’s arrest on prostitution and other charges. Authorities say the raid is part of a broader effort to combat exploitation in the community.

Crime

Calhoun Massage Parlor Raided in Human Trafficking Investigation

by Crime ReportsDecember 9, 2024December 9, 2024

The 20th annual Paddle Georgia adventure, a week-long canoe and kayak journey, will traverse Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama in June 2025, offering more than 300 participants an 80-mile exploration of the Tennessee River basin’s waterways and natural landmarks.

Join the 20th Annual Paddle Georgia Adventure

by News DeskNovember 27, 2024November 27, 2024

Georgia

Around Georgia: Water Outages and Pet Gifts

by B.T. ClarkNovember 25, 2024November 25, 2024

Georgia Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson died Sunday at the age of 59, eight months after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Georgia Labor Chief Bruce Thompson Dies at Age 59

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 25, 2024November 25, 2024

Touch a Truck on Monday: Looking for a fun activity for kids during the school break? Cobb County is hosting a Touch-A-Truck event on Monday, Nov. 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Switzer Library, located at 266 Roswell Street NE in Marietta. Children can get an up-close look at their favorite cars and trucks during this hands-on event.

Around Georgia: Things to Do On Thanksgiving Break

by B.T. ClarkNovember 23, 2024November 23, 2024

Atlanta City Hall Closed for Thanksgiving: We're not really sure who tries to go to city hall on Thanksgiving, but practically every city and county in Georgia announces that their offices will be closed for major holidays. Here are the city of Atlanta's closures:

Around Georgia: Who’s Going to City Hall on Thanksgiving, Anyway?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 22, 2024November 22, 2024

Six people from the Rome area were sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a drug trafficking organization that distributed illegal drugs, including heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, and oxycodone.

Crime

Six Rome-area Drug Traffickers Sentenced to Federal Prison

by B.T. ClarkNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024

Walmart crime

Crime

Woman Injured in West Rome Walmart Shooting

by B.T. ClarkNovember 16, 2024November 16, 2024

Downtown Rome’s Broad Street will be closed to through traffic on Nov. 11, during the morning hours due to a Veterans Day Parade.

Traffic & Transportation

Traffic Alert for Downtown Rome on Veterans Day

by Traffic ReportsNovember 10, 2024November 10, 2024

A serious collision on the East Rome Bypass resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, including children.

Traffic & Transportation

Fatal Accident on East Rome Bypass: What We Know

by Traffic ReportsNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024