Jason Winkles and Jeremy Wilkes have a lot in common, particularly when it comes to Polk County. They were born here. Raised ...

Wesley Ryan Thacker, 36 of Rome, was arrested this week after report said he was found in possession of Fentanyl. Officer ...

During a visit to Georgia Highlands College’s Floyd campus recently, U.S. Rep. Clay Fuller congratulated GHC President Mike ...

After being terminated as the Cave Spring Police Chief in August more details have been released into the events that led to ...

Greater Christ Temple is preparing to launch a new community outreach program aimed at helping individuals and families ...

Joel Edward Ozment, 71 of Rockmart, was arrested this week after reports said he discharged a firearm at a home on Hutchings ...

Leatha Diane Martin Hobgood, age 61, of Rome, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, October 16, 2026, due to natural causes. Leatha was born on October 31, 1964, in Rome, ...

Robert Edward “Freeman” Davenport, age 83, of Rome, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at a local healthcare facility. Mr. Davenport was born in Floyd County, Georgia on March 7, ...

Mr. Allan Summerville, age 91, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2026, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born April 1, 1935, Allan was the son of the late Lloyd ...

Mr. Kenneth Wayne Roberts, age 83, of Cedartown, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, courage, and unwavering service to his community and nation.

Cynthia Lynn Wilson, affectionately known as Cindy, passed away on October 16, 2026, in Rome, Georgia. She was born on November 30, 1951, in Rome, Georgia. Cindy was a graduate of Model High ...

A 41-year-old man, Jason Paul Wells, was arrested at a Summerville Walmart after deputies discovered he was carrying a loaded handgun despite having a previous felony ...