Charlie Ferguson Community Center Hosts Free Health and Job Fair

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Publish Date: July 23rd

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1. Charlie Ferguson Community Center Hosts Free Health and Job Fair
2. Pedestrian Struck on Reinhardt College Parkway in Canton
3. Highway 140 Project Gets $7.5M in State Funding

Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on Laura Lynn products.

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STORY 1: Charlie Ferguson Community Center Hosts Free Health and Job Fair

The Charlie Ferguson Community Center organized its annual Community Health and Job Fair on July 13, serving nearly 300 attendees with a wide range of health services and resources. Health screenings such as vision, A1C, blood glucose, and blood pressure tests were provided, alongside vaccines, breast exams, prostate markers, and tests for conditions like hepatitis C and HIV. Partners like Wellstar Health System, Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, and various community organizations offered these services. The fair also featured resources from Medicare Fraud Patrol, Social Security Administration, Veterans Services, and others, aimed at supporting community members with legal, senior, and employment services. Lunch was co-sponsored by Chick-fil-A Canton and Medicare Fraud Patrol.

STORY 2: Pedestrian Stuck on Reinhardt College Parkway in Canton

A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle on Reinhardt College Parkway in Canton, prompting a response from the Canton Police Department at 1:51 p.m. The pedestrian was taken to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital for treatment. Eastbound lanes of Reinhardt College Parkway from Waleska Road to Reservoir Drive were temporarily closed for the investigation and reopened by 4:30 p.m.

STORY 3: Highway 140 Project Gets $7.5M in State Funding

State funding totaling $7.5 million has been allocated for widening Highway 140 in Cherokee and Fulton counties, with preliminary engineering set to commence in 2025. This funding is part of a broader $1.5 billion transportation infrastructure package announced by Gov. Brian Kemp, utilizing surplus funds earmarked earlier by state lawmakers for transportation improvements. State Rep. Brad Thomas, advocating for county infrastructure enhancements, emphasized the project's significance for quality of life and traffic safety. Cherokee County Commissioner Richard Weatherby credited Thomas for securing the funding, highlighting the project's role in addressing rapid growth and improving community infrastructure. Further details from the Georgia Department of Transportation about the project were not immediately available.

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STORY 4: Cherokee School Board OK’s ‘Balanced Calendar’ Through 2027-28

The Cherokee County school board has approved academic calendars spanning from the 2025-26 to the 2027-28 school years. These calendars maintain the district's "balanced calendar" approach, featuring weeklong breaks in September, February, November, and April, along with a two-week break starting in December. Developed by a committee of educators and parents, the calendars ensure that students begin no earlier than August 1 and conclude before Memorial Day each year. This planning allows families and employees to prepare in advance. The approved calendars and more details can be found on the Cherokee County School District's website at https://www.cherokeek12.net/calendar.

STORY 5: Cherokee Schools Wins National Communications Awards

The Cherokee County School District has achieved a record number of national awards for its excellence in communications and public relations. The National School Public Relations Association recognized CCSD with seven awards this year, judged by industry professionals. Awards include excellence in categories such as Magazine for their 2023-24 Class Act, Newsletter for CCSD Connections, and Writing for profiles of 2024 Teacher of the Year finalists. They also received Merit awards for their Handbook/Guide, Photography, and Honorable Mention for Financial Publication and Newsletter. The CCSD Office of Communications, led by Chief Communications Officer Barbara Jacoby, continues to uphold high standards in educational communications.

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And now here is Bruce Jenkins conversation with Leah McGarth on Laura Lynn Products.

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