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March 12, 2026

Blood Drive Planned at Chattooga County EMA on April 10

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Residents in Chattooga County will have an opportunity to help save lives during an upcoming community blood drive hosted at the Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) in Summerville. The blood drive is scheduled for Friday, April 10, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the EMA facility located at 170 Farrar Drive.

The event is being organized in partnership with Blood Assurance, and officials say a single blood donation can help save up to three lives. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment in advance through bloodassurance.org/schedule, though walk-ins may be accepted if space allows.

In addition, Blood Assurance is offering an incentive for donors. Anyone who donates between April 1 and April 15 will be entered to win a $100 gift card, with one winner selected per community and seven winners total.

Community leaders say blood donations are always needed to help hospitals maintain an adequate supply for patients requiring surgeries, treatments, and emergency care.

March 8, 2026

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AdventHealth Celebrates Grand Opening of New Primary Care and Urgent Care Clinic in Summerville

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AdventHealth Medical Group has officially celebrated the grand opening of its new Primary Care & Urgent Care clinic in Summerville, expanding access to health care services for families across Chattooga County.

January 31, 2026

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Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic Raise Minimum Starting Wage to $18.85 an Hour

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Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic are making an additional investment in their local workforce, announcing an increase in the minimum starting wage for eligible teammates in Northwest Georgia to $18.85 per hour, beginning with Jan. 30 paychecks. Leaders say the change is meant to strengthen long-term workforce stability and support the employees who provide care across the region.

January 25, 2026

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“Faces of Hope” Exhibit Brings Cancer Journeys to Life at Harbin Clinic Cancer Center

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A new exhibit at the Harbin Clinic Cancer Center in Rome is putting real cancer journeys front and center—through powerful portraits and personal stories from patients receiving care close to home. One of those featured is Miriam Little, an oncology social worker who spent a decade helping cancer patients find resources and support, before learning in 2023 that she had ovarian cancer herself.

January 11, 2026

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CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital North Georgia Opens Today in Ringgold as Fort Oglethorpe Facility Closes

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A major healthcare transition is underway today, January 11, as CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital North Georgia opens its doors in Ringgold, expanding access to medical services for Catoosa County and surrounding counties in Northwest Georgia.

The opening of the new hospital also marks the closure of CHI Memorial Hospital in Fort Oglethorpe (formerly Hutcheson Hospital). The Fort Oglethorpe facility is closing for all services as operations shift to the new location.

The new hospital, located at 4710 Battlefield Parkway, is now accepting patients for emergency care as well as inpatient and outpatient services. Residents who previously used the Fort Oglethorpe hospital are encouraged to plan for the change and seek care at the Ringgold facility moving forward.

January 11, 2026

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Speaker Jon Burns Unveils Georgia House 2026 Agenda Centered on Affordability, Property Tax Relief, Healthcare and Literacy

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Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) has unveiled the Georgia House of Representatives’ policy agenda for the 2026 Legislative Session, saying the chamber will focus on affordability and quality of life for families across the state while continuing work tied to recent tax cuts, insurance-cost efforts, education initiatives and healthcare investments.

January 6, 2026

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Georgia Looks at 2026 Overhaul of Medicaid Waiver Waiting List for People With Disabilities

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A major state program designed to help Georgians with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive in-home care and supports could see significant changes in 2026, as state officials consider proposals aimed at reshaping how applicants are prioritized for services.

December 25, 2025

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New Urgent Care Facility Expected to Bring Jobs and Expanded Care to Summerville

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Summerville officials say a new urgent care facility is now in the works, bringing new medical services—and new jobs—into a long-vacant commercial space in the city.

December 24, 2025

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Leadership Chattooga Class of 2025 Celebrated for Developing Local Leaders

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The Chattooga County Chamber is shining a spotlight on the Leadership Chattooga Class of 2025, recognizing a group of local professionals who represent a wide range of organizations serving Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia.

December 8, 2025

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AdventHealth Redmond to Celebrate “Topping Out” of New Cancer Pavilion in Rome

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AdventHealth Redmond is inviting community members and media to a special milestone event marking progress on its new cancer facility in Northwest Georgia.