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Around Town: We're Suddenly a Hot Spot for National, State Politics. 'Convenient' Timing for New Stores
We ended last week keeping a weary eye on Hurricane Helene. That’s being followed by brewing political storms as two major players in the 2024 election breeze into town. The headliner is J.D. Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, who’s due at The Mill in Lindale at 1 p.m. Friday (doors open at 11 a.m.) The junior senator from Ohio will be several days removed from his national debate at 9 tonight with his Democratic rival, Tim Walz. ...
Jefferson County needs your help following Hurricane Helene impact
Donations are needed now for some of our neighbors to the south who are struggling after Hurricane Helene stormed through South Georgia and caused widespread damage to many communities stretching from the Smoky Mountains in North Carolina to Florida’s Big Bend. Cedartown city officials are partnering to help bring supplies to Jefferson County in hopes […] The post Jefferson County needs your help following Hurricane Helene impact appeared first on Polk Today.
CCEMA: No Need to Take Action in Cherokee After BioLab Fire
Cherokee County residents don’t need to take action after a chemical fire broke out at a BioLab facility in Conyers, Cherokee County Emergency Management Agency said Monday, but it’s monitoring reports of potential effects in the area. On Sunday, a fire broke out at the Conyers facility, which manufactures pool and spa chemicals, producing a huge plume of smoke that resulted in the evacuation of the area from Sigman Road to Ga. Highway 138 to Interstate 20 at Exit 84. ...
New Juvenile Court Judge sworn in for Tallapoosa Circuit
Judge Tim Taylor takes over bench in latest to take over court overseeing families, underage defendants A former member of the Public Defender’s Office has a new role in the justice system, and he’ll be responsible for some of the most sensitive cases on the docket in his new role. Tim Taylor was appointed to […] The post New Juvenile Court Judge sworn in for Tallapoosa Circuit appeared first on Polk Today.
Harbin Doctors: Committed To The Patient's Journey
In 2011, Harbin Clinic made a groundbreaking investment in the Northwest Georgia community by opening the Tony E. Warren MD Cancer Center. This state of the art facility brought together cancer care experts from across the region, all under one roof. The Harbin Clinic Cancer Center continues to provide comprehensive care to cancer patients more than a decade later. The medical and radiation oncologists consistently work to advance their practices and participate in cutting edge research and training specific to their fields of expertise. ...
Rome Organizations Provide Aid In The Wake of Helene
With Hurricane Helene leaving many without power and in need of assistance, local organizations like the Rome Salvation Army and RomeGaCares are mobilizing relief efforts. The hurricane passed through Georgia on Thursday and into Friday morning. It has left many on the eastern side of the state without power and, in some areas, with devastating effects of flooding. In preparation for the hurricane, the Salvation Army of Georgia sent teams to the areas of Georgia that the State Emergency Operations Center believed would be the...
Cherokee County Fire Department Mourns Loss of Firefighter
Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services is mourning the loss of one of its own. The fire department announced Sept. 28 that Fire Apparatus Operator Nevin O’Hearn died unexpectedly. “It is with profound sadness that we learned of the unexpected passing of one of our own, Nevin O’Hearn,” CCFES said in a statement. “O’Hearn, who joined our department on February 11, 2019, served with dedication as a Fire Apparatus Operator...
Woodstock’s Flyin' Wrench Celebrates Reopening
WOODSTOCK — Like a tough heavyweight coming off the canvas to fight on, Flyin’ Wrench Motorsports is back on its feet and ready to rumble. After more than a year of hard knocks from outrageous fortune, the Woodstock-based European auto service and repair business is 100% operational again. Flyin’ Wrench celebrated its grand reopening on Sept. 26. ...
COLUMN: John McClellan's Picks for High School Week 8
While the effects of Hurricane Helene disrupted football schedules across the state, most teams in the area played Friday night, with other games moved to Saturday afternoon. The Coosa-Armuchee game highlights this week’s play while 5A No. 10 Rome travels to Villa Rica, Pepperell hosts Bremen, Model takes to the road to face Haralson County and 9-Man 2A No. 1 Unity Christian plays 9-Man 2A No. 2 Pinecrest Academy for a home game. ...
Workout Anytime celebrates opening in Rockmart
Workout Anytime in Rockmart got to celebrate with family and friends late last week more than a month after finally opening their doors after many years of work in August. Owners William and Dorothea Baker opened the latest location of Workout Anytime in Rockmart back on August 19, but joined with the Polk County Chamber […] The post Workout Anytime celebrates opening in Rockmart appeared first on Polk Today.
PSD SCHOOL MENU: Week of Oct. 1 & 2, 2024
Reminder: PSD is out of school for fall break starting on Friday. They have a Learn from Home day on Thursday. Want to know what the kids are going to have for breakfast and lunch at the elementary, middle and high school levels starting on Tuesday? Check out the Polk School District’s menu now available […] The post PSD SCHOOL MENU: Week of Oct. 1 & 2, 2024 appeared first on Polk Today.
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