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Summertime is hear and the Annual Homespun Festival is nearing. Vendors are getting prepared and the children are getting excited. We are all waiting to come together as a community and enjoy the festivities. To see old friends and meet new ones; to sit, relax and listen to great music; to watch the children’s faces light up with laughter as they take in all the sights. These are the things that make Homespun memorable. As a child I can remember loading into the car with my cousins to come down and watch the horseshoe tournament. I would sit by and eat ice cream and watch everyone gather around to see who would win. Later that evening we would grab a blanket and sit by the creek and watch the fireworks show. You just couldn’t ask for a better day! The Homespun Festival was developed from the Rockmart Merchants Association, the Rockmart Chamber of Commerce, and fellow volunteers as a local fund raiser in July of 1978. It began with 51 exhibitors from throughout the area and today has increased its number of vendors and its number of attendees from a few hundred to over 8,000. I have watched the Homespun Festival grow with many more exciting activities such as a 5K race on the Silver Comet Trail, an Annual Shriner’s Parade, a Rotary duck race, a Kiwanis car show, and great Southern food and entertainment, plus booths for Non-Profits, Arts & Crafters, and kid’s attractions. The Homespun Festival represents a true community event! I hope that you can come out and join us for a Family Fun Filled day at the 38th Annual Homespun Festival on July 17 & 18. Relive those childhood memories and make some with your family!For more information on upcoming Homespun events visithttps://www.facebook.com/HomespunFestival.

Mandy MallicoatPrograms DirectorPolk County Chamber of Commercewww.polkgeorgia.com770-684-8760

Events Calendar

Upcoming Events

July 17- 18 38th Annual Homespun FestivalFriday night is Gospel Night beginning at 5:00pm until 9:30pm. Headlining is local great Heirborn. Saturday the festival begins at 8:00am with the Annual Crossview Community Church 5K race on the Silver Comet Trail. The Shriners’s Parade begins at 10:00 am and the Kiwanis car show begins at 9:00am until 2:00pm. Watch your lucky Rotary duck float down the Euharlee Creek at 2:00pm for a chance to win prizes. Entertainment is all day long with Arts & Crafts, Kids rides, food and more. Stay around for a fun-filled day and enjoy the Firework Extravaganza at 10:00pm. Come on out and enjoy the Homespun experience with us!

July 17Disney’s “101 Dalmations”2015 RCAC Theatre Camp performance featuring K thru 6th grade at the Rockmart Civic Auditorium at 6:30pm.

July 2517th Annual Summerfest & Summer OlympicsBeginning at 10:00am to 4:00pm at Bert Wood Athletic Park in Cedartown. For more information call 770-317-9130.

July 24Fourth Friday Concert SeriesCome on out to Downtown Cedartown for a summer concert to remember, featuring Rome based musician Jon Byrd at 7:00pm and at 8:00pm enjoy Atlanta based “too country for rock and to rock for country” band Buck o’ Five

August 7Chamber Summer PicnicA great networking event. Come out and join Chamber Members & Staff as we kick off the summer with great food and good company. Call today to RSVP at 770-684-8760 or register online at www.polkgeorgia.com. $12.00 per Chamber Member and $20.00 per General Public.

Mill Town Music Hall is committed to providing West Georgia with a quality wholesome entertainment. It is the largest facility of its kind in West Georgia and comfortably seats 1,000 people. Boasting a state-of-the-art audio and visual system, the venue hosts numerous Country, Contemporary Christian, Southern Gospel and Bluegrass concerts, along with other family-friendly events. Conveniently located off I-20 Mill Town Music Hall is in Bremen, GA on 1031 Alabama Avenue. For more information or to purchase tickets go to www.milltownmusichall.com or call the box office at 770-537-6455.

Thursday, June 18- The Booth Brothers and The Diplomats, 7:00 pm - Tickets - $25 Premium and $20 Reserved Friday, July 17 – Exile and Juice Newton, 8:00 pm – Tickets - $35 Premium and $30 Reserved

Saturday, August 15 – The Oak Ridge Boys, 8:00 pm – Tickets - $50 Premium and $45 Reserved

Thursday, September 10 – Lonestar, 7:30 pm – Tickets - $40 Premium and $35 Reserved

Saturday, September 26- Jo Dee Messina, 8:00 pm - Tickets - $40 Premium and $35 Reserved

August 28Fourth Friday Concert SeriesCome on out to Downtown Cedartown and enjoy music from musician Gideon Routh at 7:00pm and at 8:00pm Calhoun-based Americana/ Alternative Folk band Kamakaze Dali.

Rockmart Art Classes at RCACArt ClAsses At rCAC For a list of classes offered or additional information on a class, please email rcac@rockmart-ga.gov with the name of the class(es) which interest you listed in the “Subject” line. Please include your name, address, phone number(s), and name of potential student with date of birth listed. Your information will be forwarded to the art instructor to contact you regarding your particular art interest(s). free new interest group - “photography stop-in”RCAC Photography Instructor Carla Redding of C. Redding Photography hosts a FREE new group meet called “Photography Stop-In” at Rockmart Cultural Arts Center Art Gallery, 316 N. Piedmont Ave., Bldg. 300, Rockmart, GA on Thursdays from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Drop by and discuss photography in general, or get more information about the photography related classes offered at RCAC. (Photo Convo One and Adobe lightroom 5) The discussions will be open topic, but all participants will be able to share photography information. Want to talk about your equipment? Be sure to bring it with you to the group meet! The best part about the group? It is FREE!

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Homespun 2015 Lists of Attractions & VendorsCome out and join the fun at the 38th Annual Homespun Festival, July 17 & 18, 2015 in Downtown Rockmart. There will be live gospel music Friday night from 5:00pm to 9:30pm. Headlining will be the local greats Heriborn!

Saturday will start off with the Crossview Community Church Homespun 5K race on the Silver Comet Trail at 8:00am.

The Annual Shriner’s parade will prance down Marble Street around 10:00am and then the entertainment will begin in the park with the 2015 Little Miss Homespun Pageant. The evening will begin with Southern Rock & Roll and end with Isaac Streetman and the Redneck Romeos right before the Fireworks show at 10:00 pm!

Thank you to our 2015 Homespun SponsorsPremier Sponsor- Floyd Polk Medical CenterPlatinum Sponsors- Georgia Power, The HON Company, Hometown 93.5, Parker Systems, Redmond Regional Medical CenterGold Sponsors- The City of Rockmart, Waste Industries, Metro PCS, The Polk CountyStandard JournalSilver Sponsors- Oglethorpe Power, The Trashman Sanatation, Georgia Northwestern Technical College, SCANA Energy, Peachtree Pest Control, LeaFilter North of Georgia, Meggitt Polymers and Composites, AngelicaBronze Sponsors- Smith- Lockwood, Haralson Termite & Pest, Triangle GroceryAssociate Sponsors- Morgan Hardware, Cedar Valley Container, Sheboygan Paint, Akins PrintingFriend Sponsors- Pinnacle ProductsNon-Profits: Serenity Place Animal Rescue, CMO’s Kids, Polk County Rotary, Polk- Haralson CASA, St. David’s Welsh Society, Rockmart Lions Club, Rockmart Masonic Lodge #97, Slate City ShrinersFood: Funnel Cakes, Blooming Onions, Fried Pickles, Handmade Ice Cream & Milkshakes, Gyro’s, Philly Chees-esteak, Ribbon Fries, Fried Shrimp Basket, Fried Fish Basket, Fried Gator on a stick, Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, BBQ, Shaved Ice, Frozen and fresh squeezed lemonade and much more! Attractions: Rockwall, Dragon Fly Ride, Turbo Tub Ride, Bull Ride, Water Walker, Inflatables, Zorb Balls and much more.Arts & Crafts: Painted Ceiling Tile, Turkey Calls, Yard Address Signs, Glass Bird Feeders, Face Painting, Handmade Children’s Clothing, Bullet Anther & Charm Jewelry, Letter Art, Pottery, Turned Wood, Share-A-Bear, Children’s Wooden Toys and so much more!

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Homespun FunFriday, July 17- 5:00pm to 9:30pm

Gospel NightLive Gospel entertainment, traditional and contemporary

Saturday, July 18- 8:00am to 10:00pm8:00am- Annual Crossview Community Church 5K Race on the Sil-

ver Comet Trail10:00am- Annual Shriner’s Parade

9:00am to 2:00pm- Kiwanis Car Show2:00pm- Annual Rotary Duck Race10:00pm- Fireworks Extravaganza

Entertainment All DayCountry, Gospel, Rock and Dance

Friday & SaturdayArts and Crafts by local and regional artists

Food from funnel cakes and homemade ice cream to hotdogs, BBQ and more!

38th Annual Homespun Festival

Premiere Sponsor

Since 2010 Floyd has been the premiere sponsor of the Polk County Chamber’s Annual Homespun Festival.

Thank you for your continued support and for all you do for this community.

Thank you for

your continued

support and for all you do for this

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38th Annual Homespun Festival

Premiere Sponsor

Since 2010 Floyd has been the premiere sponsor of the Polk County Chamber’s Annual Homespun Festival.

Thank you for your continued support and for all you do for this community.

Since 2010 Floyd has been the premiere sponsor of the Polk County Chamber’s Annual Homespun Festival.

Premiere Sponsor

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Raker Construction Co., LLCSharon Morgan401 Butler Industrial Dr.Dallas, GA 30132678-404-2757

Skydive Spaceland-AtlantaDeloria Olsen1195 Grady Rd.Rockmart, GA 30153770-748-2200

The Krystal Co.Catherine Diaz623 N. Main St.Cedartown, GA 30125954-614-5003

Lara’s Landscaping & ConstructionJose Lara210 Jackson St.Cedartown, GA 30125770-546-6042

Silver Comet Trail

The Silver Comet Trail is located 13 miles northwest of Atlanta, Georgia. It's free of charge, and travels west through Cobb, Paulding, and Polk counties. This quiet, non-motorized trail is for walkers, hikers, bicyclists, rollerbladers, horses, dog walkers, and is wheelchair accessible.

South Cobb Dr. -1.00 1015 (Note: This is considered part of the Silver Comet Extension) Mavell Rd. 0.00 925 Fontaine Road 1.20 906 Concord Road 2.60 887 Floyd Road 4.20 1021 Carter Road 8.60 948 Sailor’s Parkway 9.40 984 Florence Road 11.60 946 Hiram 14.66 1001 Paulding County 14.66 1001Chamber of Commerce Tara Drummond 20.23 1035(previously Dallas Trailhead) Rambo Nursery 22.22 941 Coot’s Lake 33.49 930 Van Wert 36.06 807 Rockmart Riverwalk 37.66 749 Nathan Dean Park 38.76 748 Don Williams 44.90 864 Grady Road 45.80 904 Cedartown Depot 51.30 796 Martin Trailhead 52.90 824 Esom Hill 61.20 923 Stateline Gateway 61.50 922(Georgia-Alabama Line)

Parking & Trail Access Mile Marker Elevation (Ft)

Landmarks and Historic AreasRockmart/Aragon

VAN WERTCreated in 1832 from the village of Cleantown, Van Wert was made the seat of Paulding County. It was known for slate, iron, gold and fertile farmland and served as the county seat until Polk County was formed from part of Paulding in 1851 and the county seat was moved to Cedartown. Van Wert was awarded a Historic Township of Georgia by the Department of Community Affairs.

VAN WERT METHODIST CHURCHBuilt in 1857 by Rev. Wm. Simpson, Van Wert Methodist Church is one of the oldest struc-tures in Polk County. The Van Wert Church Restoration Group, led by Greg Gray, is renovat-ing the structure.

ARAGON-EUHARLEE PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCHIn Aragon, the oldest church still in use in the County.

ROCKMART MURALThe mural was created in 1997 and painted on the side of Morgan Hardware on Marble Street. The mural was created by 180 volunteers over a three week period and was part of a celebration of Rockmart's 125th anniversary.

THE GOODYEAR MILLIn 1929, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company selected Rockmart as the site for one of its clearwater mills. They built a multi-million dollar plant on what is now Goodyear Street and gave Rockmart "the biggest boost it has ever received in its history." Goodyear sold the plant in 1987 and it is now owned and operated by Meggitt Polymers & Composites

GOODYEAR MILL VILLAGEIn the 1930s, Goodyear built a modern village with approximately 180 homes, two tennis courts, a baseball field and a golf course directly across the street from the mill.

CITY HALL The Rockmart Municipal Complex located on N. Piedmont Ave, is now considered "City Hall". The complex includes the Administrative Services Building, Cultural Arts Center,Recreation Department, and Rockmart Police Department. The complex is located on what was origi-nally the site of the Piedmont Institute College, which was replaced later by Rockmart High and Middle Schools which later became known as Rockmart High School.

ROSE HILL CEMETERY/GAZEBOOn Elm Street, the land for the cemetery was donated to the town. The gazebo, constructed in 1891 is now considered one of Rockmart's most recognizable historic landmarks. The cemetery site also offers a spectacular view across Rockmart.

EUHARLEE CREEK/SEABORN JONES PARKA city park, Seaborn Jones Park sits in the middle of downtown Rockmart along the banks of the Euharlee Creek. The name Euharlee comes from the Cherokee or Creek Indians and means "she laughs as she runs."

ROCKMART HISTORICAL MUSEUMThe recently opened Rockmart Historical Museum is a must to see for anyone interested in history. It chronicles the unique history and culture of Rockmart with heirloom contribu-tions of items and photos supplied by members of the community. Of particular interest art the items concerning "Welsh" Rockmart, with its miners and slate industry, chapels and slate roofs. The museum is located in Old City Hall Building at 133 Marble Street, next to Seaborn Jones Park.

DODGE & DAVIS AT PEEK SPRINGSNear Aragon's City Hall, camping place of General Grenville Dodge's 16th AC of McPherson's Army of Tennessee. Later, Brig. Gen. J.C. Davis' 2nd division, 14th Corps Army of the Cumberland camped here en route from Rome to Dallas, Ga. These troops were part of the right wing of General Sherman’s forces moving to outflank General Johnston’s army at Alla-toona Pass. This resulted in 10 days of battle at New Hope Church, Dallas and Pickett’s Mill in Paulding County.

Landmarks and Historic AreasCedartown

POLK COUNTY HISTORICALSOCIETY/MUSEUM Formerly Hawkes Children’s Library, the mu se um contains the history of Polk Coun ty. The building was designed by J. Neel Reid, famous Geor gia architect, and was built in 1924. The site is on the National Register of Historic Places.

POLK COUNTY COURTHOUSE #2 At 100 Prior Street, this building was designed by Otis Clay Poundston in Neoclassical Revival Style and constructed in 1935. It was originally City Hall, but is now used as a courthouse annex.

CEDARTOWN MURAL Completed in 1999, the mural is located in downtown Cedartown. The project was designed and completed by local artists and volunteers from The Art Lover’s League of Cedar Valley. The mural is a collage of well-known structures in Cedartown including many historic sites such as Hawkes Children’s Library and County Courthouse #2.

CONFEDERATE MEMORIALOutside Courthouse #2 is a Confederate monument erected in 1906 by United Daughters of the Confederacy to honor Confederate veterans.

ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCHBuilt on West Avenue in 1883, this is the oldest church still in use in Cedartown. The church has been maintained in its original state except for the outside color. Sterling Holloway grew up in this church.

BOOZ HOTELThis structure was built in the 1800s and operated as a hotel in the 1890s. Located across the street from the Polk County Historical Society.

BIG SPRINGLocated on Wissahickon Avenue, this was the site of a ballground and ceremonial dance ground of the Cherokee Indian natives until the early 1800s. It is the second largest limestone spring in the South and produces an average of 4 million gallons of water per day.

DOWNTOWN CEDARTOWNIn 1988, Cedartown became a “Mainstreet City” and is a registered site in the National Register of Historic Places. The last decade has seen much renovation in the down town area including second floor residential availability, new businesses and remodelings. 770-748-2090.HIGHTOWER FALLSOriginally the site of a wooden grist mill purchased by Elias Hightower in 1846 and con vert ed into a facsimile of the Whitney cotton gin. Mr. Hightower also constructed a three story mill on the site in 1850 using the 60 foot Falls for power. The mill was once a vibrant mercantile center near Cedartown. Sherman’s men ate and slept here on their march through the state, but spared the mill from the fate which befell so many others. Hightower Falls is presently a private group facility available for special occasions. Call (770) 748-8588 for more information.

OLD MILLLocated on Hwy. 27 South, this structure was built by slave labor in 1848 for Asa Prior who came to Polk County in 1837. The first miller was a slave named “Old Allen” and the structure was operated as a mill until 1945. It was renovated and operated as a restaurant by Mr. And Mrs. Robert Stephens from 1960-1991. It was purchased by Ann and Jimmy Madden in 1997.

Veterans MemorialThere are two in Polk County. One in Cedartown at the corner of East Avenue and Greenwood, behind the Library. The other is located in Rockmart on Veterans Plaza. Both were built to HONOR and MEMORIALIZE the Veterans of Polk County. Annual Services are held on Memorial Day and Veterans Day.

Attractions Guide CEDARTOWN • ROCKMART/ARAGON

Cedartown Performing Arts CenterThe pride of the City of Cedartown, The Cedartown Performing Arts Center locat-ed at the Cedartown Auditorium, presents a wealth of premium entertainment each year from the Atlanta Symphony to touring Broadway plays. The Performing Arts Center also sponsors enrichment programs for children in Polk and surround-ing counties through workshops and performances. 770-748-4168.

West TheaterThis 1941 Art Deco style theater hosts first run movies for both children and adults.

Peek ParkOn North College Street, this beautiful city park is located on land donated by Captain J.A. Peek. It contains tennis courts, playground and picnic areas.

Bert Wood Youth and Athletic ComplexSoftball and baseball fields, gymnasium, track, cabin, playground, and Senior Center make up this recreational facility in Northwest Cedartown. Government sponsored and volunteer activities abound almost year round.

Cherokee Golf and County ClubThis private facility off Cherokee Road contains an 18 hole golf course,

four tennis courts, a swimming pool and beautiful clubhouse with dining facil-ity. The club hosts many local fundraising golf and tennis tournaments as well as member-related events. 770-748-2800.

Cedar Valley Arts FestivalAn annual festival is held on the last full weekend in April. This event is sponsored by the Cedartown Junior Service League. Local and regional artists display their craft as do the children of Cedartown whose works are displayed throughout Peek Park, the site of the festival.

Meadow Lakes Golf ClubMeadow Lakes is a public facility in North Polk County offering 18 holes of championship golf as well as a clubhouse, banquet facility, and swimming pool. The club regularly hosts tournaments and lessons are offered by the PGA Golf Professional. Call for tee times on the weekends. 770-748-4942

The Rock Campground, RV and Music Parklocated near the Silver Comet Trail on Mile Marker 34. With over 100 RV sites w/ Power & Water, Cabins, Fishing, Entertainment, Silver Comet Trail Access, Creek, Picnic Tables, Showers- Camping and Special Events. This facility is open year round. 130 Forsyth Lake Rd., Rockmart- 770-684-8519.

Rockmart Civic Arts CommissionPromotes and hosts various arts activities in the city and maintains the city’s Art Center on Piedmont Avenue, Rockmart. 770-684-5454.

Seaborn Jones ParkA city park along the banks of Euharlee Creek in downtown Rockmart. Complete with picnic tables and a gazebo.

Nathan Dean Sports ComplexRockmart’s primary recreational park for softball and baseball. The park also con-tains a track and a playground area. Pavilions are also located through the park.

Pleasant Valley CourseNine hole, public golf course. 770-684-5961.

Silver Comet TrailThe Silver Comet Trail is a paved, converted rail trail spanning more than 60 miles from Smyrna GA to the GA/AL border in Polk County. Here the trail joins the Chief Ladiga trail for another 33 miles to Anniston, AL. The two trails provide 95.5 continuous paved recreational miles not available to motorized traffic. The longest segment of the Silver Comet in one county is 29 miles through Polk. The Depot in Rockmart provides water and restrooms and is next to Seaborn Jones Park. Snacks and restrooms are available at the Depot in Cedartown which houses several offices including the welcome center and museum of local memo-rabilia. The first foot of the Silver Comet Trail was poured on July 9, 1998 in Cobb County, GA.

Polk County Homespun FestivalAn annual event sponsored by the Polk County Chamber of Com merce held on the third weekend in July in Seaborn Jones Park. Local and regional craft-ers display their wares throughout the park. Continuous entertainment is a highlight of the festival as well as many games and events throughout the park. 770-684-8760.

Aragon BarbequePatriotism at its peak, the annual barbeque is held on the third Saturday in June. Great food, a variety of games and a softball tournament are highlights.

Tom Pittman Field and Jake Belk ParkAragon’s two city parks both have recreational and picnic facilities.

Welsh FestivalMae'n dod Gwy! Cmry!/Rockmart hosts the only Welsh festival in Georgia, featur-ing lively Celtic music, Welsh food and Bar-B-Que, plus tours of the historical Van Wert Church and graveyard where Welsh miners and Civil War soldiers are bur-ied. It is held on the quad (square) next to the Old City Hall Building, 133 Marble St. in the heart of downtown Rockmart. Welshfest is held the 3rd Saturday in March.

CEDARTOWN • ROCKMART/ARAGONLeisure Life in Polk County

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Polk County at a Glance CEDARTOWN • ROCKMART/ARAGON

LOCATION AND LAND AREAPolk County, consisting of a 312 square mile area, is near the center of the South's three largest industrial centers: Atlanta, 45 miles east; Birmingham, 85 miles west, and Chattanooga, 83 miles north. Surrounded on four corners by mountains, Polk County is a land of dramatic contrasts - from the city of Cedartown which lies on a gentle plain to Rockmart with its rocky hills and deep valleys.

GOVERNMENTPolk County is governed by a six member Board of Commissioners elected for four-year stag-

gered terms. The chairman is elected from the board for a one-year term. Cedartown, the county seat, is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners who elect a com mis sion chairman from amongst board members and appoint a City Manager. The city of Rockmart is governed by an elected mayor and five council members who elect a City Manager. Aragon is governed by a mayor and four council members. Full-time police and fire departments are maintained in all three areas and the county for the pro tec tion of all residents.

INDUSTRYPolk County boasts a wide array of existing industry and takes pride in its success in new industry recruitment in the last decade. The top ten industries employee some 3,700 people and include both manufacturing and service.

CLIMATEA moderate climate with seasonal variation creates an excellent environment for outdoor activity through out most of the year:January averageminimum/maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32/55 degreesJuly averageminimum/maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67/83 degreesAverage annual rainfall is 50" based on ten year data. Relative humidity is 69.7%.

POPULATION42,709 people reside in Polk County including 10,021 in Cedartown, 4,242 in Rockmart and 1,039 in Aragon.

TRANSPORTATIONMajor trucking lines and both CSX and the Norfolk Southern Railway system link Polk County to points in all directions. Hartsfield/Jackson International Airport is only one hour away while Cor-nelius Moore Airport in the middle of the county provides a paved and lighted 4,000 ft. runway. The new $15,000,000 state of the art Paulding Northwest Atlanta Airport is only 8 miles from Polk County. Four lane Highway 278 east links Polk County to Atlanta via I-20. Other main arteries

include U.S. Highway 27 and 113.

COMMUNICATIONSTwo newspapers, the Cedartown Standard and the Rockmart Journal, and two radio stations, WGAA Cedartown and WZOT Rockmart, keep county residents informed of local, regional and na tion al hap pen ings.

EDUCATIONEducational institutions in the county include six elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools and a regional vocational-technical school. Two private schools are maintained and county res i dents have easy access to three additional private schools in a neighboring county.

UTILITIESGeorgia Power and Carroll EMC service electrical needs in Polk County and gas is distributed by Atlanta Gas Light Company and sold by several suppliers. The cities of Cedartown and Rockmart operate sewage treatment facilities and have their own water supply via a spring-fed gravity system in Cedartown and Euharlee Creek in Rockmart. The county’s water supply originates with three springs and one well. BellSouth pro vides a first-rate tele com mu ni ca tions sys tem and cablevision is provided by Charter Communications.

HEALTHCAREPolk Medical Center is located in Cedartown. Numerous physicians, dentists, chiropractors and other health care proviers are throughout Polk County. Immediate Care facilities are also avail-able.

POLK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The main office of the Polk County Chamber of Commerce is located at 133 South Marble Street in Rockmart. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm. The Chamber also main tains a Cedar-town office in conjunction with the Cedartown Welcome Center at 609 S. Main St.. Cedartown office hours are Mon.-Fri., 8:30 am-5:00 pm. Call the Chamber office at 770-684-8760.

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Polk County 2014 Industry of the Year

The Polk County 2014 Small Business of the Year will be announced on May 19th.Log on to www.polkgeorgia.com for further details.

The Polk County Chamber of Commerce wishes to Thank You for being here, locating here, and most of all Staying in Polk County.

L-R: Tamaka Hudson, Executive Director, Polk County Chamber of CommerceTodd Bussey, Owner, Bussey’s Florist and Janet Ross, Chair, Board of

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