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In this image released by ABC-TV, war veteran and actor J.R. Martinez, right, and his partner Karina Smirnoff hold their award after they were crowned champions of the celebrity dance competition series, "Dancing with the Stars," Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011 in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/ABC-TV, Adam Taylor)
Martinez wins the 'Dancing' mirrorball
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor J. R. Martinez boogied past Rob Kardashian Tuesday to win the 13th edition of ABC's hit competition "Dancing With the Stars." Martinez hoisted the mirrorball trophy with h...
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North Carolina Transportation Museum offers historic train rides to Roanoke
Georgians who have always wanted to ride a train now have an opportunity to do so at a time to enjoy the mountains most vivid colors. The North Carolina Transportation Museum Foundation and the...
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FILE: Members of Boy Scout troop 223 wave to the crowds along the 2010 Rockmart Christmas Parade while riding on their own float. (Jeremy Stewart/thepolkfishwrap.com)
Rockmart Christmas parade will be Dec. 2
Early planning has begun for the annual Rockmart Christmas Parade, scheduled for 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 with a rain date of Tuesday, Dec. 6. Members of the Parade Committee held their first meeting...
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FILE: This file photo is of the 2010 Cedartown Christmas parade, which was held Friday, Dec. 3. (Photos by Todd Ollis/thepolkfishwrap.com)
Cedartown Christmas parade set for Dec. 1
The 2011 Cedartown Christmas Parade has been scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. with a rain date of Friday, Dec. 2, at 6 p.m. The theme this year is "Memories of Christmas Past." All parade ...
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A helicopter lands early Friday evening at Nathan Dean Park/Sports Complex, where is was on display so children could learn about the air ambulance network that services Polk County and other north Georgia communities. Rockmart hosts Community Night Out
The 2011 Community Partnership Program was held from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday at the Nathan Dean Sports Complex in Rockmart. The event has been celebrated in early August throughout the United St...
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Scientists say film 'Contagion' could happen in real life
ATLANTA -- Yes, it could happen. But it's a stretch. "Contagion," a Hollywood thriller that opened last weekend, rocketed to No. 1 at the box office through its gripping tale of a fictional global...
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Rockmart Business Alliance to sponsor a fall festival Sept. 17
Rockmart Business Alliance is sponsoring a fall festival Saturday, Sept. 17 11 a.m - dark. Seaborn Jones Park, downtown Rockmart. There will be games for the kids, food vendors, a band & "Elvi...
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West Theatre hopes to show 'Courageous'
The West Theatre hopes to show an inspirational film this summer, but needs to verify 1,000 pre-sold tickets before the distributor will bring the movie to Cedartown. Jacquie Peterson, the new own...
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Local production of 'The Wizard of Oz' begins Thursday
by Todd Ollis
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The stage at the Cedartown Civic Auditorium has been buzzing with activity this summer as the Cedartown Theatrical Performers’ Company is gearing up for another summer production. Thursday night, ...
Sweet Home Missionary Baptist to sponsor gospel concert at Chattahoochee Technical Aug. 20
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Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church of Hiram is sponsoring a Summer Gospel Concert, featuring Evangelist Dorothy Norwood of the Legendary Caravans. Also featured will be Eric Ayers, Minister of...
Monster Truck rally continues in Cedartown Saturday night
by Lowell Vickers
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Four-wheeled monsters roared to life Friday night for Cedartown’s first-ever monster truck race. Gates opened at 6 p.m. for a “tailgate party” that allowed fans to meet the drivers and see the tru...
Free movie to play at Ridgeferry Park in Rome July 29
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The Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation Authority will host Xfinity® ―Movies Under the Stars, a free outdoor movie at Ridge Ferry Park on Friday, July 29. Gates open at 7 p.m. and the movie begins at 9...
Savannah marathon may limit number of runners
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SAVANNAH, Ga. -- Organizers of Savannah's inaugural Rock 'n' Roll Marathon say they may have to limit how many runners can compete in the race after more than 15,000 have already registered. There...
Driving range planned in Rockmart
by Agnes Hagin
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Plans are to develop and run a new business – Tee Time Driving Range – on property formerly known as the Goodyear Golf Course in Rockmart. The 39 acres, owned by the Frank Herring Family, will con...
Shorter Chorale to perform at Southern American Choral Directors Association
by Press Release--Shorter University
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Rome, Ga. – The Shorter Chorale, Shorter University’s nationally recognized premiere performing ensemble, has been selected to perform at the 2012 Southern Division American Choral Directors (A...
Cedartown Public Library gets new computers
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The Cedartown Public Library last week received 10 new computers, improving internet access for its patrons. Branch Manager Sharon Cleveland said the computers have reduced waiting time, as the re...