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Mary Owens Named Piedmont Cartersville’s 2026 Nurse of the Year
Cartersville, Ga. — Piedmont Cartersville has named Mary Owens, RN, as its 2026 Nurse of the Year, recognizing her exceptional leadership, compassion and commitment to patient care. Owens, a full-time charge nurse on 3 North, joined Piedmont Cartersville in July 2024 as a nurse resident after previously serving as an LPN at a local skilled nursing facility. She was first selected for the honor by her peers and coworkers on 3 North before advancing to hospital-level consideration by the Board of Directors
Before the Emergency Happens, Be Ready with Elevate Autism
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT‼️ Before the Emergency Happens we want to be ready❗️ Elevate Autism, Inc. is proud to share a new resource now available to Bartow County families. Through the efforts of Elevate Autism, Inc. and collaboration with Bartow County 911 and the Bartow County Sheriff's Office, individuals on the autism spectrum can now have important information voluntarily added to the county's 911 system. By completing a simple two-page form and submitting it to the Bartow County Sheriff's Office, important
Don’t Wait for Symptoms: Doctors Urge Prioritizing Preventive Care During Men’s Health Month
Cartersville, Ga. – With many diseases, symptoms often don’t appear until later stages—when conditions are more serious and harder to treat. During Men’s Health Month in June, Piedmont is urging men to take a proactive approach to their health by prioritizing regular screenings and annual physicals. According to a 2022 survey, men are significantly less likely than women to seek medical care or report symptoms. Only 60 percent of men receive an annual physical, and 40 percent say they don’t visit a
Chattahoochee Tech Foundation: 2026 Dueling Pianos, Invites Sponsors to Support Student Success
Chattahoochee Tech Foundation Announces 2026 Dueling Pianos Event, Invites Sponsors to Support Student SuccessMarietta, GA — The Chattahoochee Tech Foundation is proud to announce its upcoming Dueling Pianos fundraising event, taking place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Chattahoochee Technical College North Metro Campus. This high-energy evening will bring together community leaders, business partners, and supporters for a night of music, entertainment, and meaningful impact. Guests will enjoy an
REVMatch Rally for Reading Car Show to Bring Automotive Community Together in Support of Literacy
REVMatch Rally for Reading Collector Car Show to Bring Automotive Community Together in Support of Literacy Programs Community event benefiting Stellar Reading Center (Stellar IC), a local nonprofit. The event is scheduled for June 27 in Cartersville CARTERSVILLE, Ga. — The REVMatch Rally for Reading Collector Car Show will bring together collector vehicles, local businesses, automotive enthusiasts, and community supporters on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for a community event benefiting literacy programs
Piedmont Cartersville Performs First Pulse Field Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation
Cartersville, Ga. – Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center has reached another major milestone in advancing heart care, successfully performing its first Pulse Field Ablation (PFA) procedure to treat atrial fibrillation. The procedure was completed by the hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab team in collaboration with Dr. Amier Ahmad of Heart and Vascular Clinic, marking a significant step forward in expanding access to advanced electrophysiology services in Northwest Georgia. Pulse Field Ablation is an
Piedmont Radiation Oncology Launches New Cancer Support Program for Community
Cartersville, Ga. — Piedmont Radiation Oncology in Cartersville has launched a new cancer support program designed to provide encouragement, education and emotional support for individuals and families impacted by cancer, strengthening access to comprehensive, patient centered care in the local community. The program was formally recognized during a recent community event attended by healthcare professionals, supporters and community members, marking an important addition to local cancer care resources.
First National Community Bank Announces Promotions of Wendy Huckaby and Ian Tankersley
Chatsworth, Ga., – First National Community Bank (FNCB), the wholly owned subsidiary of First Chatsworth Bankshares, Inc., is pleased to announce the promotions of Wendy Huckaby and C. Ian Tankersley, strengthening the bank’s leadership in compliance, operations, and risk management. Huckaby has been appointed Senior Vice President and Compliance Officer, effective May 1, succeeding Vicki Knight, who retires this month after 21 years of dedicated service to the bank. Tankersley has been promoted to Vice
Chamber Unveils New Brand Reflecting Growth, Collaboration, and Community Momentum
Cartersville, GA — January 30, 2026 — The Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce proudly unveiled a new brand identity designed to reflect the organization’s evolution, expanded impact, and forward-looking vision for the region’s business community. Revealed during an exclusive event, the new brand represents a bold step forward for an organization that has grown alongside the Cartersville-Bartow community. Over the past several years, the Chamber has broadened its programs, partnerships, and
