Monday, November 18, 2024–7:43 p.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- On Monday, the Rome Alcohol Control Commission voted to table an amendment that would eliminate future variances and another that would no longer count food truck sales toward the ratio. “First and foremost, the members are going to decide what they consider me there individually and…… more »
November 18th, 2024 – 3:50 PM Ethan Garrett – WRGA Digital News Editor & Video Reporter – From Rome Police: Around 2:30 pm this afternoon, Rome Police were called to the parking lot of the Citgo convenience store located at the intersection of John Davenport Drive and Martha Berry Boulevard to reports of a child…… more »
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:50 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- A 21-year-old man from Birchfield, Tennessee is accused of trying to influence a witness. According to Floyd County Jail records: Tzvi Yehuda Strauss fabricated false allegations against a probation officer, which constituted an indirect threat to the officer’s employment. Strauss made false statements during three separate…… more »
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:45 a.m. -Floyd County Jail records- Report: Man tried to stab woman with a knife A Garden Lakes man is facing multiple charges including aggravated assault, false imprisonment, and felony obstruction of officers following his arrest at his Wentworth Place home. According to Floyd County Jail records: 29-year-old Adelso Quej-Cho attempted to…… more »
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:35 a.m. -News Release- The highly anticipated Rink at Ridge Ferry Park is set to open for its second season on Tuesday. Located under a large tent in front of the Coca-Cola Stage, this enchanting winter wonderland features a real ice rink, providing a delightful experience for skaters of all ages. Admission Prices: Operating Hours:…… more »
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:30 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- In 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th Birthday, and the Xavier Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution would like to present the City of Rome with a special bronze marker for the occasion. Cameron Abney, current president of the Xavier Chapter recently…… more »
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:30 a.m. -AAA South- Georgia gas prices were stuck in neutral last week. Georgians are paying an average of $2.93 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which is the same as a week ago. Monday’s state average is 22 cents more than a month ago and 9 cents more than this time last year. It costs drivers…… more »
Monday, November 18, 2024–11:22 a.m. -Staff reports- Additional details have been released regarding a shooting incident in the parking lot of the West Rome Walmart on Friday evening. According to Floyd County Jail records: 31-year-old David Marvin Davis of Rome fired eight shots at two people before driving in a reckless manner, striking a vehicle,…… more »
Sunday, November 17, 2024–12:10 p.m. -WZQZ Radio- According to a report released last week by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s office, two men, Darius RayQuan Anderson and Justin Noah Minnitee, were arrested earlier this month in Summerville after a drone crash on Highway 27 that led to the discovery of illegal substances. The incident began when…… more »
Sunday, November 17, 2024–9:25 a.m. -David Crowder, WRGA News- A couple of proposed alcohol ordinance amendments will be back before the Rome Alcohol Control Commission on Monday. The Rome City Commission voted last week to have the ACC take another look at a change that would eliminate future variances for the food-to-drink ratio. Unless a…… more »
