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April 1, 2026

Thunderbirds Arrive In Rome Ahead Of Wings Over North Georgia Air Show

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The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds have landed at Richard B. Russell Regional Airport in Rome, kicking off preparations for this weekend’s Wings Over North Georgia Air Show.

April 1, 2026

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Floyd County Tax Commissioner And Assessor Offices Resume Full Operations

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The Floyd County Tax Commissioner’s Office has resumed full operations as of Monday, March 30, following last week’s fire at the historic courthouse.

March 30, 2026

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Warmer Temperatures and Daily Rain Chances Return to Northwest Georgia This Week

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A noticeable warm-up is underway across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, with springlike heat building Tuesday and daily rain chances settling in through the weekend.

March 29, 2026

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Elevated Fire Danger and Pleasant Skies Across Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect a stretch of quiet, sunny weather today, but officials are urging caution due to elevated fire danger conditions.

March 29, 2026

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Lanny Thomas Shares Health Update Following Serious Medical Emergency

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State Senate candidate Lanny Thomas is providing a positive health update after suffering a life-threatening medical emergency earlier this month, saying he is improving daily and plans to continue his campaign.

March 27, 2026

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Rome Middle School Teacher Arrested On Felony Drug Charge

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A teacher at Rome Middle School was arrested Monday on a felony charge of possession of a Schedule I controlled substance after police say she was found with a THC vape.

March 26, 2026

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Rural King Opens New Rome Store With Grand Opening Celebration This Weekend

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Rural King is expanding in northwest Georgia with the opening of its new store in Rome, giving customers across the region a new destination for farm, home and outdoor essentials.

March 26, 2026

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Gas Tax Relief, Refund Checks Highlight Busy Week Under Gold Dome

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State Representative Eddie Lumsden of Armuchee says lawmakers are entering the final stretch of the 2026 legislative session, with just five days remaining after completing Legislative Day 35 last week.

March 23, 2026

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Historic Floyd County Courthouse Evacuated After Fire Breaks Out

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The Floyd County Historic Courthouse was evacuated Monday afternoon after a fire was discovered inside the building around 2:20 p.m.

According to Floyd County Manager Jamie McCord, all employees inside the courthouse were safely evacuated. Crews with the Rome-Floyd Fire Department responded to the scene and were working to contain the fire.

As of mid-afternoon, roads in the downtown area were blocked and police were evacuating portions of Broad Street.

Officials said the courthouse was undergoing renovations at the time of the fire. The cause of the blaze remains unknown and is under investigation.

March 13, 2026

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Berry College Issues Important Prom Season Reminder, Updates Photo Guidelines

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Berry College is reminding families and students to review its updated photography guidelines as prom and homecoming season brings a major increase in campus traffic.