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This program goes beyond basic driver education by giving teens practical experience in a controlled environment — helping them learn how to react to hazards, improve vehicle control, and make safer decisions on the road.

📅 Next Class: June 20–21, 2026📍 Hosted by Rome Police Department and Richard B. Russell Regional Airport

Course Includes:• Classroom instruction• Hands-on driving exercises• Real-world safety techniques

Requirements:• Teens ages 15–19• Must have a Learner’s Permit and 30 hours of seat time• Parent or legal guardian must attend

Training Locations:📍 Classroom: Rome City Municipal Court375 Technology Parkway🕗 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM

📍 Hands-On Driving: Richard B. Russell Regional Airport304 Russell Field Rd NE

Hands-On Schedule:Saturday: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PMSunday: 7:45 AM – 12:15 PMSunday: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM

⚠️ Pre-registration is required. Class size is limited to 45 students.

This training helps prepare teen drivers for the unexpected and supports our mission of keeping Rome’s roadways safe for everyone.

Registration information is available here.

Please join the Rome Police Department in congratulating Investigator Kyle York as our January Officer of the Month! Investigator York’s dedication, persistence, and professionalism played a vital role in the investigation that led to a guilty verdict for a Garden Lakes man accused of rape and aggravated child molestation of a 7-year-old girl — a case that brought justice for a young victim and her family.

His hard work and commitment to serving our community exemplify the very best in law enforcement. Thank you, Investigator York, for your unwavering service and for making our community safer every day! 👏

#RomePD #OfficerOfTheMonth #CommunitySafety

Rome Police Department, GA  --  K9 Cas has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.  K9 Cas’ vest was embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Rusty”.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified.  Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,225 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.  

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States. 

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978.  Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.