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Floyd County PAWS Seeks Justice for Dog Thrown From Moving Car

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Floyd County PAWS Seeks Justice for Dog Thrown From Moving Car

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Rome police and Floyd County Public Animal Welfare Services are seeking help finding the person who threw a brown and white dog out of a black SUV onto Cartersville Highway at Dodd Boulevard, in front of the Huddle House, around…See the Story

Mrs. Glenda Ashmore, of Rome

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Mrs. Glenda Ashmore, of Rome

Mrs. Glenda Ashmore, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Lindale, Georgia, Glenda was the daughter of the late Carlton and Mildred Sealock. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband, Troy Ashmore; her beloved daughter, Dianna Ashmore; and her siblings… Source Read Article

Rome Woman Jailed after Numerous Price Tag Switch-a-roo’s

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Rome Woman Jailed after Numerous Price Tag Switch-a-roo’s

Lakita Daniell Montgomery, 36 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said she repeatedly shoplifted Reports said that on April 18, 2025, Montgomery interchanged price tags on items and then paid less than the correct value for them. Police said that Montgomery stole $598 worth of value. Then between April 22 and May 11, 2025, Montgomery again exchanged price tags on items then… Source Read Article

Rome Couple Jailed After Getting Phyical

James Brent Kemp, 42, and Emily Christina Lopez, 31, both of Rome, were arrested at their home on Conifer Road after a dispute became physical. Reports stated that the two began to cause physical harm to each other during the altercation. Both are charged with simple battery. SourceRome, Georgia · Rome Read Article

Rome Man Jailed After Trying to Murder Man During Shooting

Jason Kirk Johnson, 40 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said he shot another man with the intent to murder him. Reports stated that the shooting occurred back on July 4th at a home located at 400 Calhoun Avenue. Police added that Johnson is a convicted felon who was not permitted to possess a gun. Johnson is charged with aggravated assault, possession of a firearm… SourceRome, Georgia · Rome Read Article

Rome Man Arrested This Week After Making Threats

Jimmy Duane Barnes, 59 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said he threatened to do harm to a 36 year-old man. The incident occurred at a home on Oakland Avenue. Barnes is charged with terroristic threats/acts. SourceRome, Georgia · Rome Read Article

Shorter University cheer coach plans community involvement

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Recently hired Shorter University Head Cheer Coach Frank Byers has big plans for cheer — not just at Shorter, but across Rome and Floyd County — as he settles into his first school year.Rome, Georgia · Rome Read Article

Back to School Bash set for July 15 at AdventHealth Stadium

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Goodwill of North Georgia, in collaboration with community partners and local sponsors, is hosting its annual Back to School Bash Tuesday, July 15.Rome, Georgia · Rome Read Article

Rome Man Found Prowling Around Car Lot

Timothy Lee Rogers 44 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said he was found prowling behind parked cars in the Enterprise Auto Rental parking lot. Reports said that Rogers told police that he was “picking up pennies” when they approached. Officers added that they found Rogers in possession of gloves and tools in a backpack he was carrying. Rogers is charged with prowling. SourceRome, Georgia · Rome Read Article

GHC gives young men a positive experience on a college campus

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In the summertime, Rome and Floyd County have a number of camps for youth, some focused on athletics and others looking at academics, but one camp covers both of those and more: the Georgia Highlands College Foundation Camp.Athletics · Rome Read Article

NAMI Rome walk kickoff pure magic

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The kickoff to the annual fundraising walk for NAMI Rome was pure magic.Rome, Georgia · Rome Read Article

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