Government
Mayor’s 5K on the Runway kicks off after weekslong delay
By Gregory Patel
Smith Road Christian retreat proposal hits setback, but could return in January
Marcus Caldwell
Marcus Caldwell
Senior Reporter · Rome, GA
An alumnus of Kennesaw State University with a degree in Political Science, Marcus Caldwell has spent the last 10 years covering local government affairs. He previously reported for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, specializing in city council and legislative issues. His expertise in local politics gives him a unique perspective on the impact of government decisions on daily life.
More from Marcus →Senior Reporter · Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 11:30 PM · 1 min read
A proposal to build a Christian retreat and camp on Smith Road ran into a setback when the Rome-Floyd Planning Commission recommended denying a special-use permit for the project.
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