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ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND BECOMES FIRST HOSPITAL IN GEORGIA TO USE HEART CARE INTERVENTION DEVICE

ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND BECOMES FIRST HOSPITAL IN GEORGIA TO USE HEART CARE INTERVENTION DEVICE

Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: AdventHealth Redmond recently utilized a newly FDA-approved device to treat coronary artery disease, securing its place as the first hospital in Georgia to use the innovative technology. The AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) helps treat a heart issue called coronary in-stent restenosis (ISR). This happens when an artery that was previously…read more »

GHC TO ADD BACHELOR’S IN DIGITAL MEDIA IN FALL 2025

GHC TO ADD BACHELOR’S IN DIGITAL MEDIA IN FALL 2025

Media release from Georgia Highlands College: Georgia Highlands College (GHC) will offer its 10th baccalaureate degree – a Bachelor of Science in Digital Media and Communication – starting in fall 2025.  The degree, housed by the School of Humanities, is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to thrive in…read more »

GNTC STUDENTS AWARDED GOV. NATHAN DEAL TECHNICAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

GNTC STUDENTS AWARDED GOV. NATHAN DEAL TECHNICAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Three Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) students have received The Governor Nathan Deal Technical Education Scholarship in recognition of their academic achievement in an industrial program. Conner Haynes, Angel Ramirez and Parker Shepherd—all of whom are Welding and Joining Technology students at GNTC’s Whitfield Murray Campus in Dalton—received…read more »

AAA SHARES FALL TRAVEL TRENDS AND TOP DESTINATIONS

AAA SHARES FALL TRAVEL TRENDS AND TOP DESTINATIONS

Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: If there’s ever a time of year to hit the open road or jet off to a bucket list destination, it’s now! In many parts of the U.S., temperatures are dipping, and leaves are changing, creating the perfect conditions for a picturesque fall getaway. According to AAA booking data, two…read more »

AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE IS FALLING LIKE THE LEAVES

AAA: GEORGIA’S GAS PRICE AVERAGE IS FALLING LIKE THE LEAVES

Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: Now that fall has arrived the leaves are changing colors and starting to fall just like gas prices. The Georgia gas price average continues to decline at the pumps compared to a week ago. Georgians pay an average of $2.94 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline (subject to change overnight). Monday’s state…read more »

ROME HIGH CELEBRATES STUDENTS SCORING HIGH ON AP TESTS

ROME HIGH CELEBRATES STUDENTS SCORING HIGH ON AP TESTS

Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: The red carpet stretched down the hall ending in a large balloon arch. Hanging from the ceiling were a multitude of stars in different colors each signifying a score received on an Advanced Placement Test. The gold, silver, and red stars aren’t just for decorations, each one bears…read more »

COOSA RIVER BASIN INITIATIVE WRAPS UP SUMMER ACTIVITIES, LOOKS FORWARD TO FALL

COOSA RIVER BASIN INITIATIVE WRAPS UP SUMMER ACTIVITIES, LOOKS FORWARD TO FALL

The Coosa River Basin Initiative expresses thanks to the interns who assisted with its 2024 Swim Guide during the Summer. The guide offered information on the quality of area waterways from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. College students monitored rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water for harmful bacteria. Courtnee Davenport, Outreach Programs…read more »