Rudy’s expanding to Rockmart in 2026
A Cedartown restaurant is set to expand in 2026, adding a new location to downtown Rockmart. Rudy’s announced this evening that they are opening in a new space at 108 East Church Street in downtown Rockmart,…
Rockmart businesses open late for shoppers with “Moonlight and Mistletoe” event
An opportunity to enjoy an evening under the lights in Downtown Rockmart is coming up on Friday as several local businesses are working together for “Moonlight and Mistletoe” happening through the evening hours. Whether seeking a…
Solar panels approved for Atrium Health Floyd Polk Medical Center campus
The Cedartown Commission on Monday approved a plan put forth by officials from Atrium Health Floyd seeking to add solar panels to an area around the hospital to help reduce their carbon footprint further in the…
Jiffy Lube now open in Rockmart for customers
The bell dings, and a new customer rolls into the bay to get their oil changed and back on the road as fast as possible. The newest Jiffy Lube location opened in Rockmart this week with…
Ribbon cutting celebrates completion of first townhome on S. Main St.
New townhomes are coming online and the first of several units is now ready for sale. Local officials gathered with the Rehman family and businesses to celebrate with a ribbon cutting on Friday afternoon at the…
Rounders One Motel set to open in 2026
Work began on Monday to begin clearing the site for a new Boutique-style motel in Cedartown, and will be ongoing through the start of next year. The new upscale offering is set to be opened in…
‘Extended stay’ style suites planned for property
Land has been cleared and permission given by city officials for a project to move forward with a new Extended Stay-style facility that is underway. Construction is now underway on the new motel that is expected…
Aypa Power deal in the works?
So far, company has ‘no comment’ A company from Austin, Texas joined the Polk County Chamber of Commerce earlier this year. Why? They have no comment about that, or what they might be doing in Polk…
GALLERY: Rudy’s celebrates 5 years with RudyFest giveaways
People crowded around the corner of Main Street and East Avenue had a chance to win – especially Polk County youth with big dreams. Rudy’s in Cedartown brought in the Snack Shack, local bands and other…
Cedartown approves zoning change for potential Publix development
Cedartown voters will still have to pass Redevelopment Powers request on ballot in November before deal is done for new grocery store Good news, Cedartown! Polk County is one step closer to having a Publix following…