DPH Halts Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccinations At One Georgia Site

 

Out of an abundance of caution, the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and the North Health District are pausing COVID vaccinations using the J&J (Janssen) vaccine at the Cumming Fairgrounds site. Eight people experienced adverse reactions after being vaccinated on Wednesday. One person was evaluated at a hospital and released, the others were monitored at the site and sent home.

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Ricky Skaggs Receives High School Diploma – 50 Years Later

As the Class of 2021 gears up to graduate, Country Music Hall of Fame member Ricky Skaggs has a major reveal: nearly 50 years after leaving high school, he’s finally received his diploma.

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Arrest Report – Friday – April 9, 2021

Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 9, 2021:

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BBB Warns Of Stimulus Check Scam

The Better Business Bureau also warns scammers are looking to play on your COVID-19 fears, including stealing your stimulus check.

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Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Could Open In Georgia Under New Law

The Atlanta Journal- Constitution reported yesterday that thirty medical marijuana oil dispensaries could open across Georgia once companies start producing the drug, under a bill that passed the General Assembly.

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Commissioner Says New Menlo Dump Site In The Works

Chattooga County Commissioner Blake Elsberry says that a new site for a trash drop-off convenience center is in the works for residents in the Menlo area.

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Drug Task Force Bust

 

An investigation at a home in the Villanow area netted the seizure of four pounds of meth and three arrests, according to reports from law enforcement.  

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T Graham Brown To Perform In Bremen, Georgia Saturday

“Mr. Country Soul” T. Graham Brown will be in concert this weekend at Milltown Music Hall in Bremen, Georgia.  The iconic country crooner spoke with WZQZ Radio this week about the upcoming show and shared his excitement about performing after a year of social distancing shut down live music venues across the country.

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Children’s Advocacy Center Recognizes National Child Abuse Prevention Month

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April Is National Child Abuse Prevention Month National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to strengthen families to prevent child abuse and neglect.

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Labor Dept. Opening Dialogue On Persons With Disabilities

The U.S. Department of Labor announced today that, beginning April 12, it will open a two-week national online dialogue to gather ideas for ensuring equity in employment policies and programs for people with disabilities from historically underserved communities. Those seeking to participate should register at RacialEquity.ideascale.com.

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