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Piedmont Cartersville takes blood pressure awareness into the community with barbershop event
Cartersville, Ga. (June 26, 2026) — A local barbershop became an unexpected hub for healthcare on Friday as Piedmont Cartersville launched its new “Cut the Pressure” initiative, bringing free blood pressure screenings directly into the community. Held at The Fade Club Barber Shop on Joe Frank Harris Parkway, the event offered on-site screenings and education aimed at raising awareness about hypertension, particularly in the Black community, where rates are disproportionately high. The initiative is
Denim Marketing Launches Small Builder Marketing Package
Denim Marketing Launches Small Builder Marketing PackageAffordable marketing solutions help home builders get found online ATLANTA — Denim Marketing announces the launch of its Small Builder Marketing Package, a new service designed specifically for custom home builders, build-on-your-lot companies, boutique builders and small developers seeking professional marketing support without the cost of a full in-house team. As homebuyers increasingly rely on search engines and artificial intelligence platforms
Rome’s Ryan Earnest Elected Vice Chairman of the Georgia Bankers Association
ATLANTA – Ryan P. Earnest, president and CEO, First National Community Bank, Rome, has been elected by his peers to serve as Vice Chairman of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA). “Ryan is a respected leader whose extensive experience and commitment to community banking make him an excellent choice for this role,” said Susan V. Moss, GBA chairman and president and CEO, Planters & Citizens Bank, Camilla. “His leadership, industry insight and dedication to service will help advance the association’s work
Acworth Woman Finds Strength, Faith and Hope Through Cancer Journey
Cartersville, Ga. - At 75, Elaine Stanton has faced her share of life’s challenges—but nothing quite like a cancer diagnosis. A retired educator living in Acworth, Stanton built a full and joyful life centered on family. Married to her husband, Mike, for nearly 29 years, she spends her days surrounded by children, grandchildren and the simple moments that matter most. “I’ve had a wonderful life,” Stanton said. “My family means everything to me.” That life shifted when she discovered a painful lump one
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
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
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
GACCE Announces 2023 Class of Georgia Certified Chambers
In 2011, the GACCE Board of Directors sought a way to recognize Chambers of Commerce in the state that have focused internally on their operations to assess their strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities to create efficient, effective organizations positioned to deliver great value. Thus, the Georgia Certified Chamber program was created. The purpose of the program is to facilitate continuing excellence in the Chamber of Commerce industry and to foster a pro-business environment across the State of
