Category: Holiday
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GALLERY: Downtown Rockmart decked out for 2025 Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting
Everyone was in the mood to Jingle Bell Rock on South Marble Street on Tuesday evening, December 2 to usher in the holiday season with the 2025 edition of the Rockmart Christmas Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting. This year’s theme “The Songs of Christmas” brought out a creative mix of tributes to tradition and celebrating…
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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 good book for someone as a gift or just wanting to try out a warm brew from a local…
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Monument moves for Memorial Day
Cedartown’s World War I memorial now on display at Veterans Memorial Park The day wasn’t all about barbecues and sales as Memorial Day 2025 saw dozens gather for a morning ceremony in Cedartown to honor all those who gave all for the defense of the nation, so that their sacrifices aren’t forgotten. Monday’s ceremony saw…
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Former Army Colonel set to speak at 2025 Memorial Day Ceremony in Cedartown
A Cedartown High grad who went onto a long career with the U.S. Army and later joined the private sector after retirement is coming home to speak at Cedartown’s Memorial Day ceremony. U.S. Army Col. Chad Smith, Ret., will be coming home to Cedartown to speak to participants at this year’s Memorial Day ceremony on…
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Local governments, businesses set to close to start holiday week
Many to return back to business on Dec. 26 Expect city halls, the county offices, courts, and local front offices for public safety organizations around Polk County to close their doors ahead of the opening of the holiday week, and return back to normal business before year’s end. Among those already announcing their closings this…
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Services coming up Sunday, Christmas Eve for holidays at local churches
Several local churches have special holiday services planned in the coming days, and the public is invited to come and take part in remembering the spirit of the Christmas season found in the story of the savior’s birth. Christmas services are beginning on Sunday morning in sanctuaries across the county. Here’s a rundown of upcoming…
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Blue Christmas service coming up Thursday at CFMC
Cedartown First Methodist Church is set on Thursday to host a special service for those who are grieving during the holidays instead of being able to find cheer. All are welcome to participate in the service set to begin at 7 p.m. on December 19 in the sanctuary at the Church on Wissahickon Avenue. The…
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GALLERY: PCCCA hosts youth for An Evening with Santa
An event meant to give parents some alone time for holiday shopping was held over the weekend thanks to the organized efforts of students and staff at the Polk County College & Career Academy. The first-ever An Evening with Santa was held on Saturday and brought together youth with students and St. Nick for an…
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GALLERY: CHS celebrates holidays with Winterlude 2024
A fun night of song and dance to celebrate the holidays was held in recent days to provide some cheer to Polk County before the winter break. Cedartown High School students held their 2024 edition of Winterlude. The variety show put on by Chris Reaves’ drama class annually at Christmas featured several numbers that included…
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The West Cinema hosts holiday event with Santa
The West Cinema took some time for families on Sunday night. An event hosted by the movie theater in downtown Cedartown brought together F.H.F. Hair Design and Santa Claus to provide families a free movie night with holiday classics on the silver screen, and an opportunity to take photos with St. Nick. F.H.F. Hair Design…