Rockmart News

Administrative offices for the City of Rockmart are now located in the new Municipal Complex.

Transforming Mission Ministries Inc. recently opened a new ministry. They now partner with the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

Christopher is an eighth-grader at Rockmart Middle School. His parents said he is a typical teen in most every way, except for his learning challenges.

The past year was filled with local news that included crime, economic development, business growth, successful drives and fundraisers.

Tonight will be the last chance a ' until next year, that is a ' to see the Christmas display at the Fish Creek home of Perry Nettles.

A a oesuper speedera law taking effect Jan. 1 isna t going to change how local police officers do their jobs, but could affect the wallets of drivers going at excessive speeds through Polk County.

The annual Christmas pageant at Rockmart Presbyterian Church is a memory of 2009 that can light up the new year.

The following people were arrested and charged with the violations listed according to the Polk County Jail docket book.

The Polk County Democrats are pleased to contribute to the Cedartown United Fund Christmas Toy Program and to the Rockmart "Christmas is for Children" toy program, sponsored by the Police Department.

Employees of Murata Electronics North America, Inc., Rockmart, donated a large number of toys, including 11 bicycles with helmets, to the Christmas is for Kids program.

From the Rome News-Tribune: It is December 24 in the early 1930s. I feel the excitement of something good about to happen for my mama and daddy have been busy loading up their car all morning.

The Cedartown City Commission Monday night endorsed a proposal from The Compassionate Friends of Polk County to erect a memorial at Peek Park.

The City of Rockmart will be relocating to the new Rockmart Municipal Complex at 316 Piedmont Avenue this month.

A Rockmart man is in jail for allegedly trying to rob a grocery store with a knife from one of the store shelves, according to Cedartown Police Department reports.

A shooting incident at the Legion at 319 Springdale Road led to the arrest of a Rockmart woman on drug charges.

The Rome City Commission approved a two-day suspension of the Peach Palace's entertainment license, following a lengthy debate on Monday.

The Rockmart Civic Arts Commission is seeking submissions for the 2010 Drawings Exhibit.

Two of the three people arrested in October in a drug ring probe involving a Cedartown drug store are facing additional charges, according to Polk County Jail docket reports.

The number of people visiting the Rockmart Library has increased since the holiday season arrived, according to Ann Wheeler, manager.

Jackie Green checks roses in a downtown bed. Jackie Green checks roses in a downtown bed.