(Media release from the Floyd County, GA Police Department): On Wednesday afternoon, the Floyd County Police Department arrested Ronnie Antonio Martin on the following charges: Aggravated Assault Kidnapping Cruelty to Children 1st Degree (2 counts) Cruelty to Children 3rd Degree (2 counts) Theft by Taking Battery Cruelty to Animals Mr. Martin was involved in a physical…… read more »
(Media release from the Office of Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr): Attorney General Chris Carr is urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to take immediate action to allow for the use of cell phone jamming devices within state prisons and local jails. The FCC currently prohibits the use of cell phone “jammers,” and that prohibition…… read more »
It looks like this Summer will be another scorcher, attests Tim Herrington, Director of the Floyd County Emergency Management Agency. He urges the public to remain vigilant against heat related illnesses and injuries, like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Of those, heat strokes are the most serious and require immediate medical attention. Individuals…… read more »
(Media release from Harbin Clinic): This spring, Harbin Clinic Radiation Oncology was once again granted the prestigious three-year term of accreditation in radiation oncology by the American College of Radiology (ACR). This accreditation serves as a testament to the practice’s commitment to delivering high-quality patient care, exceptional standards in radiation oncology, and maintaining excellence in all aspects of its…… read more »
(Media release from Floyd County Schools, GA): Floyd County Schools Superintendent Dr. Glenn White is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Crabbe as the new Executive Director of Student Services. “We are excited about Mr. Crabbe’s return to Floyd County Schools,” said Dr. Glenn White. “With his extensive experience and dedication, he is poised…… read more »
June is National Reunification Month. It is a time to celebrate reunification of families and its impact on the lives of children who have been in the foster care system, attests Mary Margaret Mauer, Co-Founder of Restoration Rome, who adds that reunification is a primary goal of her organization. Mauer asserts that reunification is made…… read more »
(Story written by Julie Linebeck, University of West Georgia https://www.westga.edu/news/academics/education/ghc-uwg-integrated-health-wellness.php) A new agreement between the University of West Georgia and Georgia Highlands College (GHC) will give health and wellness students an accelerated pathway to a master’s degree. “University of West Georgia’s Master of Science in Integrative Health and Wellness degree is an approved training program with the National Board for…… read more »
(Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College): Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is hosting an Open House at all six campuses to provide an opportunity to learn more about the programs offered at GNTC, tour the facilities and meet faculty and staff. The event on Thursday, June 13, will take place from 10 a.m. to…… read more »
(Media release from Atrium Health Floyd): Angelica Hernandez’s ability to connect with her patients at Atrium Health Floyd Behavioral Health has not gone unnoticed by those she cares for. From ensuring a suicidal patient got immediate care, to helping see that important medications were received, Hernandez has shown dedication to those who rely on her.…… read more »
(Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group): Memorial Day marked the unofficial start of summer and a period known as the “100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers,” which runs through Labor Day weekend. This is a time when there is an increase in the number of fatal crashes involving teen drivers. “Now that…… read more »