ATLANTA, Ga., (January 3, 2022) — Georgia gas prices continue to decrease at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia motorists are now paying an average price of $3.09 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average is 1 cent less than a week ago, 11 cents less than last month and 99 cents more than thisContinue Reading
NEWS RELEASE The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is announcing the allocation of Merck and Pfizer oral antiviral treatments for COVID-19 to select retail pharmacies in Georgia. Initial supply of Molnupiravir and Paxlovid™from the federal government is very limited. DPH anticipates additional allocations in the coming weeks as production increases. PerContinue Reading
ROME, GA., DECEMBER 29, 2021 – As COVID-19 numbers continue to rise in the community, Atrium Health Floyd is further limiting visitation at all locations, including Floyd Medical Center, Polk Medical Center and Cherokee Medical Center. Most patients will be allowed one designated visitor. Other inpatient and outpatient areas inContinue Reading
From Floyd County Police A Rockmart woman was killed Sunday morning in a single-vehicle crash on the southern Rome bypass near Black Bluff Road. The driver of that vehicle is in serious condition at a local hospital. Specialized crash investigators from the police department were requested by patrol to respondContinue Reading
The Keep Polk Beautiful organization has invited the public to discard & recycle their live Christmas trees at the “Bring One for the Chipper” event that will take place at Camp Antioch from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm on Saturday, January 8th. As a thank-you to those who donate aContinue Reading
Haralson County, GA (December 19, 2021) – The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting in Haralson County, GA. The Georgia State Patrol (GSP) and the Haralson County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) asked the GBI to conduct an independent investigation on Saturday, December 18, 2021. One man, identified as Willie Lee Austin, age 30,Continue Reading
MEDIA RELEASE: Police have arrested and charged a local man with the December 12 hit and run death of 52-year-old Barry Ford. Jason Myles Ingram was jailed on charges including felony homicide by vehicle, failure to report an accident, and driving under the influence. Cedartown Police officers out on patrolContinue Reading
From Polk Today: Officials have reported that a house on Winkle Road has exploded this morning. No word yet on whether any casualties have been found on the scene. Police, Fire and EMS officials have all been dispatched to the scene. The Winkle Road residence is in the Highway 27Continue Reading
Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed the first case of COVID-19 caused by the Omicron variant in Georgia. The individual recently traveled from South Africa and developed mild symptoms and subsequently tested positive for COVID-19. Genomic sequencing confirmed the presence of the Omicron variant. TheContinue Reading
Students at Cedartown High School got a big surprise on Thursday morning during their pep rally to cheer on the Bulldogs as they prepare to face the Cairo Syrupmakers in the Sweet 16 of the GHSA Class AAAA State Playoffs. At the very end of the festivities, Cedartown High SchoolContinue Reading