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April 1, 2026

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 31, 2026

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Run & Walk for Sierra Set for April 11 in Trion

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The community is coming together in Trion to support a local inspiration with a special 5K Run & Walk for Sierra on April 11.

Sierra Bennett, a 23-year-old with cerebral palsy, has found joy and purpose in chair racing, inspiring others with her determination and positive spirit. The daughter of Carrie and Josh Bennett, Sierra continues to compete and stay active in the racing community.

The event will take place at Trion Town Hall, located at 1220 Pine Street. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m., with the race starting at 9:00 a.m.

There is no required registration fee, but donations of any amount are encouraged and will go directly toward helping Sierra cover race fees so she can continue doing what she loves.

Organizers say the event is not only about supporting Sierra, but also about bringing the community together for a meaningful cause.

Those who cannot attend but still wish to help are encouraged to donate.

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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GNTC Program Helps Local Student Overcome Cancer, Stay On Track To Graduate

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) Accelerated Career program has empowered Logan Knight to pursue a career path in information technology after overcoming brain cancer.

March 29, 2026

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Tyson Foods To Close Rome Plant, Impacting Local Workforce

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A longtime manufacturing facility in Rome is set to close, as Tyson Foods announces it will cease operations at its plant on Darlington Drive later this spring.

March 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Update: Erin Brockovich Returning To Northwest Georgia For PFAS Meetings And Expanded Testing

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Consumer advocate Erin Brockovich is set to return to Northwest Georgia next week as part of an expanded effort to address contamination from “forever chemicals” in the region.

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 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Erin Brockovich Returns To Northwest Georgia Amid PFAS Concerns

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Consumer advocate Erin Brockovich is set to return to Northwest Georgia next week as the PFAS Georgia team announces a major expansion of water, soil, and dust testing in Rome and several surrounding counties. Organizers say the renewed push comes after more than 20 months of work in the region uncovered some of the highest levels of “forever chemicals” found anywhere in the country.

March 25, 2026

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Floyd County Courthouse Destroyed By Fire, Emergency Funding To Be Considered

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The Floyd County Commission is expected to consider emergency funding to relocate several government offices following a fire that destroyed the Historic Floyd County Courthouse on Monday.

County officials say the building housed the Tax Commissioner, Tax Assessor, and Tag Office. All employees were safely evacuated after smoke was reported around 2:12 p.m., and supervisors conducted a roll call to ensure everyone made it out safely.

Rome-Floyd Fire Department crews worked for hours to battle the blaze, while multiple law enforcement agencies secured the area as smoke spread across downtown Rome. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

In the meantime, residents can still access services online, including property tax payments and tag renewals. County leaders say plans are already underway to establish temporary locations and restore in-person services as quickly as possible.