Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Tellus exhibition dedicated to Hubert and Naomi Holland

Media release: Tellus Science Museum dedicated a major exhibition to Hubert and Naomi Holland on Saturday July 20, 2013 in honor of their years of support for the museum. The Naomi C. and Hubert G. Holland Restless Earth Exhibition, part of the Weinman Mineral Gallery, was named for the Holland's interest in geology and support for science education.

 

This exhibit includes displays on plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, and a cutaway of the Earth's interior. "Mr. and Mrs. Holland were always fascinated by plate tectonics and the formation of the Appalachian Mountains and its mineral resources," said Tellus executive director Jose Santamaria. "As a child, Hubert's father would take him gem and fossil collecting. This seemed to be a perfect fit."

 

Hubert Holland, a Marietta attorney who passed away in 2012, once said that "Naomi and I earned our way through college." After serving in Korea, Mr. Holland used the GI Bill to earn an undergraduate degree from the University of West Georgia and a law degree for the University of Georgia. He then practiced law full time and taught evening courses at what would become Kennesaw State University to help finance his wife's college expenses. Mrs. Holland graduated with a degree in Business Administration in Accounting from Georgia State University and became a tax accountant, ran an insurance agency, served as her husband's personal assistant and tax advisor at the law firm. Both worked out of the same office for over fifty years.

 

"The Hollands never forgot the value of education as a way to have a better economic future," said Tellus director of development Adam Wade. "They have supported Tellus because of their belief in the museum's educational programs. For many years, the Hollands have contributed to Tellus to support of our programs, campaigns, and endowment."

90% chance of storms, rain today; more than half an inch due. Vulcan wants to expand Adairsville quarry. Feds hold on to $10 million in Georgia education funds; Barge upset. Another 57 Public Health restaurant score in Rome. Latest crime reports.

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90% chance of rain, storms today -A half-inch of rain possible as we close out an already-soggy July (more than six inches of rain since July 1).
-Highs in the mid-80s. Updates all day on Hometown.


Vulcan seeks to expand mining operations by 279 acres in Adairsville near I-75.


Federals holding on to $9.9 million of Georgia's Race to the Top funds.
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State Schools Superintendent Dr. John Barge joins us live at 7:40 this morning to discuss the case on Hometown Headlines Radio Edition on WRGA 1470 AM. Listen online.

Tax, foreclosure sales set for Tuesday at the downtown courthouse.

Tuesday's Public Health restaurant inspection scores.

-Second consecutive day that a Rome/Floyd restaurant has received a score of 57.

 

Hometown Headlines switches to new look, format beginning Thursday.

-This is the first in a series of improvements and additional features planned for late summer/early fall.

 

Four things to know about Wednesday.

-PowerBall jackpot jumps to $235 million.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Wednesday including:

-Georgia Schools Superintendent John Barge on the latest with Race to the Top changes from the federal government.

-Joe Schulman of Tellus Science Museum on Night at the Museum V set for Aug. 10 from 6-10 p.m.

-Debra Belvin of Berry College Elementary and Middle School on what' s new on campus for the 2013-14 school year

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves' comeback comes up short. Augusta 2, Rome 1
-Braves at Augusta tonight at 7, home Thursday vs. Lexington.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click

 

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Cartersville Police Department now recruiting for future vacancies

 

The Cartersville Police Department is in the process of developing a qualified applicant pool for use in filling open police officer positions which may become available within the next six months.  The first phase of the recruiting effort will be a combination written and video examination to be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013, at 8:30am at the Public Safety Headquarters located at 195 Cassville Road in Cartersville.  The testing will be limited to 25 candidates.  The test will last approximately three hours.

 

In order to test for the position of Police Officer, all applicants must download and complete the application package which can be found at www.cartersvillepolice.com under the Employment Opportunities section.  Interested candidates may also pick up a copy of the application package at the Police Department located at 195 Cassville Road in Cartersville.  Completed application packages must be turned in to the Police Department no later than Monday, August 12, 2013.  Applicants must have submitted a complete application package in order to test.  A complete package consists of the application itself as well as all of the other requested documentation outlined in the package. 

 

There are many factors that will determine if an individual is qualified to serve with the Department.  However, some of the minimum requirements are:

 

·         At least 21 years of age

·         High School diploma or GED (college is preferred)

·         Has not applied with the Department within the past year            

·         No felony arrests in lifetime

·         No misdemeanor arrests in the last 10 years

·         No recreational drug usage in past 5 years 

·         Must pass a polygraph test, a psychological evaluation, a drug screen, a physical agility test, and a physical exam.

·         No driver's license suspensions in last 10 years

·         No citations or arrests for DUI, Fleeing and Eluding, or Reckless Driving.

           

           

A complete list of the disqualifying factors is contained in the application package.

 

The department currently has one open position and expects more to open up by the end of the summer.

 

Interested applicants must register for the exam no later than Monday, August 12, 2013 by calling Captain Mark Camp at 770-607-6212.  Those applicants registered for the test will be sent information about the testing procedures and what is covered in the test. 

Police identify suspect in recent hotel shooting. Near record low for Cartersville today (59). Latest regional business updates. Tellus preps for Night at the Museum V.

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Ozzie's Plaza (former Kroger West) on the market.
-$1.7 million asking price for Shorter Avenue retail center.

Jamwich adds sign, window detailing

-A mystery since last fall, Broad Street restaurant about to open.

Rome now home to Car-Mart's 126th location
-'Buy here, pay here' concept a bit different from other used car merchants in the area.

Night at the Museum V set for Aug. 10 at Tellus
-NAMI walk canceled. Latest community news.

Record-tying low for Rome this morning: 59 degrees. Cartersville also at 59 but record stands at 56
-Monday's weather say temperatures in the low 80s, humidity in the upper 40s. Our low today -- as of 5 a.m. -- was 59, tying the record set in 1969. First hint of fall? High of 91 today; rain back Wednesday (70% chance)

Monday's Public Health restaurant inspection scores.

-57 for a Mexican restaurant in North Floyd.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Tuesday including:

-Gail Johnson on the Gary Tillman Memorial Clocktower 5K Road Race and Two-Mile Fun Walk set for Aug. 17.

-Debra McDaniel with Kids World Now and Super Kids on what the lottery has meant to pre-K 4 programs in our area.

-Harry Musselwhite on his latest movie, Swan Song.

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves win again, 9-6 over Greenjackets.
-Braves at Ajugusta tonight at 7, home Thursday vs. Lexington.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click

 

Monday, July 29, 2013

Bartow on verge of becoming outdoors lover's retail paradise. We'll flirt with record-low temperature tonight. Gas prices dip to $3.50 a gallon; still a dime more than a year ago. Comparing Rome's new Publix, ALDI stores.

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-Rome's new grocery stores, Publix and ALDI, cover opposite ends of the consumer spectrum.  With Publix due in October and ALDI in fall 2014, Natalie Simms takes a closer look at their differences.

-Interstate 75 corridor about to become an outdoors lover's paradise as Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops prepare to build. Plus: Academy Sports + Outdoors new site is just off the Main Street exit from I-75 in Bartow. And Dick's Sporting Goods coming to the mall?

 

Georgia gas prices dip to $3.50 a gallon, still a dime more than a year ago, according to AAA South.

-County-by-county look at lowest gas prices today courtesy of Georgia Gas Prices. Lowest price: In Calhoun again.

 

Seven things to know about this week.

-Back to school events, mater sandwiches, free concert and lots of baseball.

 

Sunny skies until late Tuesday; shot a record low tonight.

-Upper 80s are forecast today and tonight's low -- 60 degrees -- will come close to matching record low of 56.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Monday including:

-Mike Barger of Kmart on the impact of back-to-school sales plus how to save a $1 off a gallon of gasoline.

-Unity Christian's Glenn Getchell on the start of the new school year -- and the reason behind the delayed start.

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves take three of five games in series with Asheville thanks to 9-3 win Sunday.
-Braves open three-game set in Ajugusta tonight at 7, home Thursday vs. Lexington.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click

Sunday, July 28, 2013

Sunny skies, upper 80s through Wednesday; cooler-than-normal nights. Five things to know about this week. Powerball jackpot grows to $235 million. Monday: Rome's two new grocery stores are exact opposites; I-75 becoming outdoors lover's paradise.

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Weather:
-No rain expected through Tuesday night; highs in the upper 80s; lows in the mid-60s.

Top 5 things for the week ahead
-Aug. 1: Planning Commission, 2:30 p.m., Sam King Rome. Among the agenda items: special use permit and rezoning for land including and surrounding Entice Couples Boutique for Outskirts at 53 Music Festival and Bike Rally.
-Aug. 1-4: Rome Braves take on Lexington at State Mutual Stadium. Special post-game concert on Saturday featuring The Tams. 
-Aug. 2: First day of school for Rome City Schools's students.
-Aug. 2: First Friday concert featuring Satin Finish from 7-10 p.m. at Bridgepoint Plaza. 
-Aug. 3:
Zumbathon to benefit Sexual Assault Center of Northwest Georgia:

 

No Powerball winner Saturday; Wednesday's jackpot at $235 million.

 

Coming Monday:

-Rome's new grocery stores cover opposite ends of the consumer spectrum. PLUS: I'-75 corridor about to become an outdoors lover's paradise.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Monday including:

-Mike Barger of Kmart on the impact of back-to-school sales plus how to save a $1 off a gallon of gasoline.

-Unity Christian's Glenn Getchell on the start of the new school year -- and the reason behind the delayed start.

Hometown Sports
-Saturday doubleheader: Rome falls in first game, 5-2, but battles back to take second game, 5-0, over Asheville.
-Braves in Asheville Sunday at 2 p.m.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click

 

Saturday, July 27, 2013

Employment news: Publix job fair and Shaw Industries hiring. Agan's Bakery adds Dippin' Dots. Cartersville Police investigating car dealer. Weather: 30% rain chance, high of 85. Bartow Republican Forum today. Cartersville Farmer's Market Tomato Festival un

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Employment

-Publix job fair Aug. 13 to help fill 110 jobs at Rome store.

-Shaw, Department of Labor to interview prospects.

-Ground breaking means 40 additional jobs on the way in Rockmart.

 

Today's latest headlines:

-Agan's Bakery at 141 W. Main St. now serving Dippin' Dots.

-Cartersville Police investigating Car Dealer Terry Spruell on charges of theft by deception.

-Fourth suspect arrested in home invasion case

  

High of 85 with a 30% rain chance.

-Sunday and Monday's forecast are drier with sunshine.

 

July 27: Bartow County Republican Party's July Forum, 9-10 a.m.

 

5 things to know about today:

-Lodge fish fry at the civic center. DIGS Inc. concert at DeSoto. $196 million lottery jackpot on the line tonight. 'Mater festival.

 

Today's latest jail reports.

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-Please join our guests Monday including:

-Mike Barger  of Kmart on the impact of back-to-school sales plus how to save a $1 off a gallon of gasoline.

-Unity Christian's Glenn Getchell on the start of the new school year -- and the reason behind the delayed start.

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves bounce back, win 7-3 vs. Asheville Friday.
-Braves in Asheville tonight for double-header.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos

Friday, July 26, 2013

Agan's Bakery now offering Dippin' Dots at downtown Cartersville location

Media Release: In 1961, Agan's Bakery started up in downtown Cartersville, changing the way people looked at everything from decadent desserts to homemade rolls.   This business was started by Pledger Agan who based Agan's on quality products, customer service, and understanding and meeting customer demand.  The extraordinary flavors that escape from the Agan's kitchen is world famous - demonstrating how to achieve the ultimate in flavors and freshness. Expanding upon the principals in which they were founded upon, Abbey Agan Ross is pleased to announce that the Cartersville bakery will offer Dippin' Dots by the end of the month. 

Many remember their first Dippin' Dots experience – the chill of the first bite and the explosion of flavor as the dots begin to melt in their mouth. It is no surprise that Dippin' Dots is the number one ice cream for fun and has been loved by kids of all ages for more than two decades. Most importantly, Dippin' Dots are made from fresh dairy ingredients flavored with a variety of fun, fruity, enticing and even exotic flavors. Those ingredients are frozen almost instantly in liquid nitrogen, a common element in the atmosphere used commercially for flash freezing. After production, Dippin' Dots are packaged and shipped worldwide.  You can find them at theme parks, festivals and places people gather to have fun – and now also in historic Downtown Cartersville. 

Said Ross of the new offering, "We are so excited to have Dippin' Dots join the Agan's Bakery family. We will have 3 oz. and 5 oz. cups, as well as eight flavors to choose from.  We surveyed a number of our customers via social media to get their feedback on their favorite varieties, and are going to have a great selection for customers."

In 1988, Dippin' Dots Founder Curt Jones changed the way the world enjoys ice cream.  Jones, a microbiologist, pioneered the process of cryogenic encapsulation...a scientific way of saying he used super-cold freezing methods to make little beads of ice cream. Not only were the ice cream beads delicious and fun to eat, Jones knew that flash-freezing the ice cream ingredients would lock in flavor and freshness.

"Dippin' Dots is a unique product, and one that is enjoyed by people of all ages," said Cartersville Downtown Development Authority Manager Tara Currier. "I don't know much else that goes as well together as ice cream and cookies; take specialty cookies and other delicious baked goodies and combine that with a very different twist on your traditional ice cream, and you have quite the product offering! I am so happy for Agan's Bakery, and know that this will be another great reason for people to stop in and shop at one of downtown's oldest businesses."

Dippin' Dots will be available at Agan's by the end of July, and to celebrate, will remain open until 8 PM during the next "First Friday," coming up on August 2. Held the first Friday of each month in downtown Cartersville, "First Friday" events allow for extended hours to enjoy downtown as a number of retail merchants stay open until 8:00 pm to allow customers to experience all that downtown Cartersville has to offer, and also enjoy bluegrass music which is scattered throughout the downtown district. 

Agan's Bakery is open Tuesday – Saturday, from 6 am – 6 pm, in historic downtown Cartersville at 141 West Main Street.  For more information on Agan's Bakery, call 770.382.8882.

A tale of two Cabela's: lots of differences since the Adairsville near miss. Walker gets nonjury trial in molestation case. High near 90; rain likely this weekend.

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Cabela's, then and now:

-Big differences in what was proposed for Adairsville in 2006 vs. what is planned for Acworth in 2014.

 

Walker requests nonjury trial in molestation case; trial date set for Aug. 15.

-Cedartown's Gammage faces almost six years in prison.

-More honors for District Attorney's office.

 

GNTC's culinary director Greg Paulson earns academy induction.

-Weekly Public Health restaurant inspection scores.

 

High of 90 with a 20% rain chance.

-More clouds, rain due this weekend.

 

5 things to know about today:

-Ribbon cutting for Just Sports. Free lessons on using a 3D printer. Arts: Arsenic & Old Lace, Next of Kin and at the movies: The Wolverine.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Friday including:

-Norman Arey,  Armuchee sports essayist, on the 2013 college football season and the return of Norman's No-Nos..

-Hometown Headlines-WRGA News Roundtable: Kevin Karel and Andrew Carter join us to put the headlines from the last seven days into perspective.

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves fall 9-6 in Asheville, snapping three-game winning streak.
-Braves in Asheville tonight for game two.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Bartow's jobless rate climbs to 9.2% in June. Three arrested in home invasion case. Latest regional business, politics. Updated Public Health restaurant scores. Highs near 90, slight chance of rain.

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Jobless rate jumps in June

-U-turn: All five counties see half-percent or more increase vs. May, down vs. June 12.

-Shorter-Labor Department career fair on hold for now.

-110 jobs on the way thanks to three local expansions.

 

Three arrested in home invasion case.

 

Ledbetters' CityCenter stalls: Starting over with some aspects of the project; compromise with CRBI 'not even close.'

 

Unity Christian pushes opening day back to Aug. 12.

-Latest back-to-school updates

 

Wilbanks buying Smartypants from Julie Higgins

-Broad Street shop has grown from 1,000 to 4,000 square feet in eight years.

 

Politics: David Perdue, new to the GOP Senate race, commits to Aug. 17 hangar rally.

 

High near 90; rain chance drops today, Friday

-Mid-80s, better chance of rain by Saturday.

 

Weekly Public Health restaurant inspection scores for Floyd, Bartow, Gordon, Polk and Chattooga counties.

-Restaurant in Rome, two in Gordon get failing grades.

 

5 things to know about today:

-Learn Coca-Cola's secret? Cram a pool; eat much more chicken. How to save big on October air show.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Thursday including:

-Tim Hensley of Floyd County Schoolson what you need to know as the 2013-14 school year begins.

-John Schroeder of DIGS Inc. on Saturday's benefit concert at the DeSoto Theatre for the group's first personal care home.

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves off Wednesday; open eight-game road trip tonight in Asheville.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click

 

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

CityCenter-Burwell Creek showdown today. Deal: $1 off each gallon of gas. Upper 80s, more rain. Dining: latest Public Health scores. Later today: Bartow jail reports

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Ledbetters' CityCenter standoff with CRBI goes to city redevelopment committee today 

 

$1 off per gallon gas deal coming to Kmart -- for a week.

 

 

Health

-$40 million Polk Medical Center under way

 

Weather

-Upper 80s, another 50% chance of storms today.

 

Tuesday's Public Health restaurant inspection scores.

 

Feeling lucky, as in $166 million? That's tonight's lottery jackpot.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Wednesday including:

-John Crow, host of the Georgia Lottery drawings, on the 20th anniversary of the lottery program and what it has funded over the years.

-Tygar Evans, Rome High principal, on record numbers for AP Scholars at the school.

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves win series thanks to 5-3 victory over Lakewood.
-Braves off today, on the road Thursday to Asheville, then Augusta.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click

 

 

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

July 31 is the new deadline for Chattahoochee Tech students

Media release: Chattahoochee Technical College announced today that it is extending the deadline for prospective students.

The new document deadline has been extended to July 31, at 6 p.m. for new and transferring students to have documents submitted for admission for Fall Semester.

"The extension gives everyone approximately eight extra business days to get their applications, test scores, transcripts and other items in our hands," explained Executive Director

of Admissions Missy Cusack. "We understand that some prospective students might need this extra time to gather those transcripts or other documents."

More than 1,200 new students have already registered for classes, which are scheduled to begin August 19. Chattahoochee Technical College offers more than 45 programs of study (or majors). A student can study full time to earn a certificate (approximately 9-12 months to complete), a diploma (approximately 1.5 years to complete) or an Associate of Applied Science degree (2 to 2.5 years to complete).

"With a growing list of articulation agreements with other colleges and universities, prospective students are able to continue their education," said Cusack. "Students are finding Chattahoochee Technical College an affordable and accessible way to start their college careers with more than 40 classes in general education and other areas that transfer seamlessly to local colleges and universities."

Financial Aid is available to qualified students to help them meet the costs of attending college. Many CTC students qualify for some type of financial aid. Students apply for HOPE Grant or Scholarship, Pell Grant and other federal and state aid via the FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov.

For more information on admissions and programs at Chattahoochee Technical College visit www.ChattahoocheeTech.edu.

Aspen Dental plans Cartersville location. Taylor to give 'state of the county' address Aug. 12. Olens to speak to Bartow Republicans. Gingrey's Veteran's Workshop is 9 a.m.-noon today. Later today: Bartow jail updates

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Aspen Dental coming to Cartersville near Cherokee Place/East Main Street.

 

Chamber's next quarterly luncheon to feature state of the county with Commissioner Steve Taylor on Aug. 12.

 

Gingrey's Veterans Workshop set for 9 a.m.-noon today at the chamber.

 

Georgia Attorney General Sam Olens to address Bartow GOP on Saturday.

 

Latest on the Rome News' financial picture

-June operating statement shows a few more employees -- and a bit more money at the end of the month. Still awaiting final reorganization plan in bankruptcy court.

 

Business

-Gadget, a cell phone repair shop and more, opens at the mall-40 new jobs, $22.8 million expansion in Rockmart.

 

What's Buzzing

-NW Georgia, Rome get some ink in Atlanta magazine.

-Wednesday's PowerBall jackpot at $166 million.

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Weather

-Upper 80s, 60% chance of rain later today.

 

Monday's Public Health restaurant inspection scores.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
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-Please join our guests Tuesday including:

-Dr. John Grout of Berry College and 7hills makerspace on free seminars this Thursday and Friday on how to use a 3-D printer.

-Cpl. Ron Morris and Deputy Jerry Duke on a returning service that lets the public track who's in jail and the local sexual offenders list.

-Jason Ward, Polk County Commission chair, on 40 new jobs coming to Rockmart as Jefferson Southern Corp. expands.

Hometown Sports
-Rome Braves catch fire, win 10-2 over Lakewood.
-Braves vs. Lakewood today at 1 p.m. at State Mutual Stadium.
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos Click