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Rome's River District Remains Open for Business After Courthouse Fire
Officials urge residents to support local businesses during disruptions from recent blaze.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 3:16pm
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A fire at the Floyd County Historic Courthouse in downtown Rome, Georgia last week forced the closure of Fifth Avenue and disrupted traffic patterns throughout the city's River District. Despite the setback, local officials are encouraging residents to continue supporting businesses in the area as the busy seafood season gets underway.
Why it matters
The River District is a key commercial hub in Rome, home to many locally-owned shops, restaurants, and other small businesses. Maintaining foot traffic and sales is crucial for these enterprises, especially during peak seasons like the start of crab, crawfish, and oyster harvests.
The details
The fire at the historic courthouse forced the closure of Fifth Avenue, a major thoroughfare through the River District. This has impacted traffic patterns and accessibility to the neighborhood's businesses. However, city leaders like Rome City Commissioner Craig McDaniel are urging residents to make an effort to visit and support the local shops and restaurants that are still open and operating.
- The fire at the Floyd County Historic Courthouse occurred last week.
- Crab, crawfish and oyster season is just starting in the Rome area.
The players
Craig McDaniel
A Rome City Commissioner who is encouraging residents to support local businesses in the River District during the disruptions caused by the courthouse fire.
What they’re saying
“Crab, crawfish and oyster season is just starting,”
— Craig McDaniel, Rome City Commissioner
The takeaway
The fire at the historic courthouse has created temporary challenges for businesses in Rome's River District, but city leaders are rallying the community to continue supporting these local enterprises as they navigate the disruptions and enter their peak seafood season.
