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It’s Friday, Rome! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Someone Googled you this week, Emo Night, and gold and silver’s comeback + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Today’s sponsor (FinanceBuzz) built a free comparison tool that helped me cut my car insurance premiums in half. It took about 3 minutes, and honestly… I wish I’d done it sooner. If you haven’t shopped around in a while, you can easily check the best rates here.
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📰 In the news
One patient’s brighter tomorrow: In Cedartown, Atrium Health Floyd’s heart failure clinic is helping Ken Jolly cut travel for care and feel better, and it was recently recognized by the Georgia Hospital Association — learn how the clinic helps.
Extensive renovations add value: Near Rome in Cedartown, Marcus & Millichap brokered the $5.3 million sale of a 30,600-square-foot shopping center in February, fully leased to 11 tenants like Dollar Tree and AT&T — get all the sale details.
Scenic Southern gems await: Published February 13, a roundup names 10 postcard-worthy Georgia small towns, and Rome makes the list. Nearby Adairsville also shines with historic charm worth a weekend wander — read the full list.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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🫶 We got your back
Cozy vegan-friendly slurps: Roman Ramen serves comforting bowls with vegan options and a build-your-own path, so you can stack noodles, broth, and toppings your way. It’s a low-key, chill hang for something warm, fast, and a touch different from the weeknight usual.
Treasure hunt, downtown edition: At Cotton Block Pickers, you pop in for one thing and walk out with a vintage mirror, an oddball lamp, and a grin. Rotating booths refresh all week, so there’s always something new… ideal for a quick browse between errands or right after coffee.
Subtle sparkle upgrade: Perfect for repairs, custom ideas, or a just-because treat, Ford, Gittings & Kane Jewelers keeps things simple and genuinely fun. Glittering cases to explore, and people who actually remember names and what you’re celebrating… the kind of personal touch that makes every piece feel like yours.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🏃 Berry Half/10K/5K @ Mount Berry Trail | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Run the world’s largest campus, Berry College’s 27,000 acres, on a half, 10K, or 5K past historic spots, forest, and an audience of deer. Scenic miles, a finisher medal, a shirt you’ll wear, volunteers, refreshments, and spots go quick, so register before the herd.
⛺ Skill Sol Outdoor Expo @ Adairsville High School | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – If your gear stash is looking tired, swing by the Skill Sol Outdoor Expo at Adairsville High School. Expect raffles, door prizes, and vendors galore, plus plenty of small-town catch-ups at every booth. Come say hello, leave with something shiny, and a story.
🏷 HP Thrifting Day @ The Hodge Podge | Saturday (3/7) at 9:30 AM – Feel like treasure hunting without parallel parking? Hop on the HP Thrifting Day bus for a rummage run from Rome to ATL, hitting the best thrift and antique stops, plus a few surprises. It’s 45 bucks, only 25 seats, so claim yours now.
🍇 The Art of Pruning Muscadine Bunch Grapes @ Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Give those muscadines and bunch grapes a proper haircut at this free pruning workshop from the Floyd County Master Gardener Volunteers, hosted at Chieftains Museum. Learn when to snip, what to spare, and how to coax bigger, sweeter fruit. Because in Rome, vines need manners.
🔪 Bladeworx Sharpening @ Stacy’s Styles and Stitches | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If your knives mash tomatoes and your scissors gnaw on fabric, swing by Stacy’s Styles and Stitches for Sharpening Day. The Bladeworx pro tunes up knives, pruning shears, and pinking shears. Scissors and pinking shears are ten bucks, and your projects will thank you.
👑 Princess Tea Party @ Southern Seasons | Saturday (3/7) at 2:30 PM – Take the kiddos to a proper Princess Tea Party with real tea, charming tea room treats, and a star turn from Tinker Bell. Low drama, high delight, and yes, photos for the mantle. Grab a reservation before the pixie dust disappears.
🎸 Emo Night @ Peachy Pub & Grill Rome | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to scream-sing your teenage angst without terrifying the neighbors, here it is. Emo Night is taking over Peachy Pub & Grill in Rome with Sorrow 2 Seven, throwbacks, and catharsis, all for ten bucks. Come cry, sing, repeat.
Live music & entertainment:
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Rome report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 83°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 27%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 42%
A chance of rain showers before 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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