Rome News-Tribune

Rome News-Tribune is the daily newspaper serving the community of Rome, Georgia, in the United States. Initially launched as a weekly publication, it has endured various mergers with other newspapers over the years. With the exception of a few months during the Civil War, it has been in continuous publication since 1843. The newspaper is currently owned by the News Publishing Company.

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1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Eugenia Last

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Keep an open mind, but don't believe everything you hear. Agreements are likely to fall short of your expectations. You'll gain respect if you stand up for yourself and your rights. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Communication is your path to change. Listen, ask questions and formulate a plan regarding how you choose to move forward. Don't let others lead you astray; follow your heart and believe in yourself. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.
PFAS Study Causes Local Concern

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Adam Carey

A recent study by researchers from Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health has alarmed some residents about the presence of “forever chemicals” ingested by Gordon and Floyd county residents through the water supply. The study was conducted in response to concerns from residents and involved collecting blood samples from 177 adults in these communities.
July Fourth Fireworks On Schedule

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Adam Carey

The annual Independence Day Fireworks extravaganza will take place, as scheduled, on Friday, July 4 at Ridge Ferry Park. The annual celebration, sponsored by Atrium Health Floyd, will see over 1,500 pyrotechnic shells explode from the top of Jackson Hill starting around 9:30 p.m., and will be performed by Zambelli Fireworks of New Castle, Penn. Ridge Ferry Park opens to the public at noon with food trucks and concessions available.
Problems Linger At North Rome Brownfield Site

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Adam Carey

The Rome-Floyd Development Authority did not receive a $500,000 grant it applied for to mitigate problems at the former O’Neill Manufacturing site on Anderson Street in North Rome. The seven-acre property was home to a wood product manufacturing business until it closed in 2000 following the death of its last chief executive officer, Sean O’Neill. The family-owned company was founded in 1878 in Atlanta and moved to its 102 Anderson St. address in Rome around the turn of the last century.
Floyd County Schools' $129.5 M Budget Includes Proposed Tax Cut

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Rachel Hartdegen

The Floyd County Board of Education approved the fiscal year 2026 budget Monday with a proposed decreased millage rate, which is reportedly the lowest millage rate in 20 years, according to Superintendent Glenn White. The budget of $129.5 million was unanimously approved at the June 16 board meeting. When presenting the budget to the board, White shared that the total costs in the budget are only around $100,000 more than in the 2025 budget.
Rome High Theater Performance Camp: A Crash Course In Live Production

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Rachel Hartdegen

From novices in the theater crowd to students born for the limelight, the Rome High Theater Performance Camp brought together 21 kids and, in five days, put together a performance of “Peter Pan” for the community. The camp, held the week of June 9, focused on teaching campers the magic of theater by walking them through the stages of preparing a production. The goal of the camp is to foster a love of theater and give these students the skills and confidence to work in the theater.
Chelsea beats Los Angeles FC 2-0 in Club World Cup opener

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Jack Batten

ATLANTA – Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez each scored goals to propel Chelsea to a 2-0 victory over Los Angeles FC in the Group D opener for each team in the Club World Cup on Monday afternoon in Atlanta. Chelsea struck first in the 34th minute, as Neto received a perfect downfield pass from Nicolas Jackson before sending defender Ryan Hollingshead to the ground with a fake and finding the back of the net with a strike past goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.
A Day At The Lake: Families Come Out For GHC Fishing Rodeo

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Rachel Hartdegen

At Paris Lake, when the morning fog was clinging to the water’s surface, kids gathered on the shore with fishing rods in hand, hoping to catch the largest fish at the Georgia Highlands College Fishing Rodeo. More than 150 people attended the Saturday fishing tournament at the college’s Floyd County campus, with some attendees bringing their children to compete and others there to fish and watch the tournament.
Community Comes Together For A Celebration Of Love

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Rachel Hartdegen

An event full of color, laughter and music, Rome GA Pride weekend brought thousands of people from Rome and surrounding areas together as a community to amplify one message: love is love. On the morning of June 14, a vibrant procession of people marched down Broad Street in a Pride parade before gathering for a family-friendly festival at Ridge Ferry Park.
PFAS Study Causes Local Concern

1 week ago | northwestgeorgianews.com | Adam Carey

A recent study by researchers from Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health has alarmed some residents about the presence of "forever chemicals" ingested by Floyd and Gordon county residents through the water supply. The study was conducted in response to concerns from residents and involved collecting blood samples from 177 adults in these communities.