April will be observed as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The local observance will be spearheaded by the Family Resource Center. This year’s theme is “Powered by Hope, Strengthened by Prevention”. Tina Bartleson, FRC Executive Director, asserts that hope is very powerful in the prevention of child abuse. Events will begin with Pinwheel Placement this…… read more »
Local News
ROME-FLOYD PARKS AND RECREATION: YOGA IN THE PARK TO BENEFIT CAMP GOOD TIMES
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation: Join us for a rejuvenating yoga circle in the picturesque setting of Ridge Ferry Park, on the Shoals Side. This serene outdoor environment invites all levels of yogis, from seasoned practitioners to complete beginners, to experience the joy of movement, breath, and community amidst nature’s beauty. The event…… read more »
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES: WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SEE A SNAKE
Media release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources: The rising temperatures have snakes moving and Daniel Sollenberger’s phone ringing. As state herpetologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Sollenberger is a go-to for answers about snakes. In the spring, most of the questions he hears are focused on two topics: What species is…… read more »
CHIEFTAINS MUSEUM/MAJOR RIDGE HOME ANNOUNCES ANNUAL HERB & PLANT SALE, SET FOR APRIL 12-13 WITH A MEMBERS-ONLY PREVIEW ON APRIL 11
Media release from Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home: Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home is excited to announce the return of its Annual Herb & Plant Sale, a beloved community tradition for garden enthusiasts and history lovers alike. The event will take place at the Coosa Valley Fairgrounds on April 12-13, 2025, with an exclusive Members-Only Preview Sale…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS COLLEGE AND CAREER ACADEMY FFA CHAPTER TO HOST ANNUAL SPRING PLANT SALE APRIL 1-4
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: The Floyd County College and Career Academy FFA Chapter is excited to announce its annual spring plant sale, taking place from April 1st to April 4th, 2025. This highly anticipated event will offer a wide variety of beautiful and healthy plants, perfect for adding color and vibrancy to…… read more »
Local Sports
ATLANTA BRAVES SWEPT IN SAN DIEGO BY PADRES TO OPEN 2025 REGULAR SEASON
The Atlanta Braves were shut out by the San Diego Padres 5-0 on Sunday night in the finale of the teams’ four-game, season-opening set at Petco Park in San Diego, CA. It allowed the Padres to sweep the series. AJ Smith-Shawver was charged with the loss for Atlanta. Nick Pivetta picked up the win for…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS WRAP UP ROAD TRIP WITH SUNDAY NIGHT WIN IN MILWAUKEE OVER BUCKS
The Atlanta Hawks wrapped up a three-game road trip with a 145-124 win in Milwaukee, WI over the Bucks on Sunday night. Zaccharie Risacher led the charge with 36 points for the Hawks, who snapped a two-game losing skid and are now 36-38 on the 2024-2025 regular season. Dyson Daniels scored 22 points, while Trae…… read more »
COOSA HIGH SCHOOL RECEIVES BROOKS RUNNING GRANT FOR TRACK AND FIELD PROGRAM
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Coosa High School (CHS) is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as one of only 60 high schools across the country to receive the Brooks Running Grant. Coosa High School (CHS) is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as one of only 60 high…… read more »
ATLANTA BRAVES LOSE 2025 REGULAR SEASON OPENER IN SAN DIEGO TO THE PADRES, TUNE IN FOR CONTINUED COVERAGE FROM THE BRAVES RADIO NETWORK THIS WEEKEND ON WLAQ
The Atlanta Braves lost their 2025 regular season opener to the San Diego Padres by 7-4 on Thursday afternoon in San Diego, CA. The Braves notched the first run of the day on an overturned call during the top of the first. The Padres scored a pair of runs in the bottom of that inning…… read more »
ROME EMPERORS GEARING UP FOR 2025 SEASON OPENER, SET FOR APRIL 4TH
T-minus one week until the Rome Emperors open up their 2025 season. Their Opening Day is set for next Friday, April 4th at AdventHealth Stadium against the Winston Salem Dash. Gavin Booker, play-by-play announcer for the Emperors on MiLB.tv, urges local baseball fans to be on the lookout for upcoming flash sales and to chime…… read more »
