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Auburn University Student Nurses Begin DEU Experience at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
This fall, Auburn University College of Nursing (AUCON) in partnership with Wellstar Health System, is excited to kick off the Dedicated Education Unit (DEU) program at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, welcoming eight enthusiastic nursing students to this innovative clinical education experience. The DEU model designed by Wellstar Health System represents a dynamic partnership between […] The post Auburn University Student Nurses Begin DEU Experience at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
SMITH COLUMN: Bluegrass State
College football has several ancillary benefits. Tailgating, for example, is a staple of game days wherever your favorite team is playing. It often becomes something of an extravaganza for home games where you find everything from pimento cheese sandwiches and barbecue to stone crabs to jambalaya to tenderloin. Tailgating is for passionate and loyal alumni […] The post SMITH COLUMN: Bluegrass State appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
COLLINS COLUMN: Balancing Routine and Renewal
Do you like change, or do you prefer things the way they are today? Some of us are always looking for a new way to do things, and some of us prefer things just like they were yesterday. Throughout my career, I have been one who is always coming up with a new thing or […] The post COLLINS COLUMN: Balancing Routine and Renewal appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Law enforcement rally behind trooper in need
Law enforcement agencies around Troup County are rallying behind one of their own in order to help a local state trooper who recently underwent a heart transplant. The agencies are partnering to host a brown bag BBQ fundraiser to benefit Trooper Blake Shiver on Oct. 4 at the Troup County Government Center. The sack lunch […] The post Law enforcement rally behind trooper in need appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
County approves off-road firetruck purchase
On Tuesday, the Troup County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of a new off-road firetruck for the fire department. The off-road firetruck, or “brush truck” as it is sometimes referred to, is needed for fires that occur in locations where more traditional larger firetrucks cannot go. Fire Chief Michael Strickland advised that the department […] The post County approves off-road firetruck purchase appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Georgia Bone & Joint cuts ribbon in LaGrange
The LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the new LaGrange location of Georgia Bone & Joint with a ribbon cutting Wednesday morning. The clinic’s main office is in Newman, but they have locations throughout Georgia. “We see a lot of your patients, and we’re just venturing out and trying to take care of patients a […] The post Georgia Bone & Joint cuts ribbon in LaGrange appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
KING COLUMN: It Was One of Those Nights
It is 2:00 on a Thursday. No, not 2:00 in the afternoon. I’m upstairs in my office writing what you are now reading. You might ask, “Why are you writing at 2:00 in the morning?” The real question is, “Why am I up at 2:00 in the morning?” Well, I think it has something to […] The post KING COLUMN: It Was One of Those Nights appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
United Way All-Stars Kick-off 2024 campaign
United Way of West Georgia (UWWG) kicked off its 2024 fundraising campaign on Wednesday with a luncheon at Del’avant in LaGrange. The annual luncheon officially kicks off the non-profit’s annual fundraising efforts and serves as an introduction to the year’s campaign team. This year’s baseball-themed campaign is “Be a Champion.” Four “All-Star” community leaders were […] The post United Way All-Stars Kick-off 2024 campaign appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
INGRAM COLUMN: Lafayette the Nation’s Guest
Editor’s Note: This year marks the Bicentennial, 2024-2025, of Lafayette and his farewell tour, “Guest of the Nation”, which took place August 15, 1824-September 7, 1825. To commemorate the occasion, the LaGrange Daily News will be publishing a series of columns by Richard Ingram, a longtime resident of LaGrange and Chair of Friends of Lafayette. […] The post INGRAM COLUMN: Lafayette the Nation’s Guest appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Student charged for bringing gel gun to school
A TCSS elementary school student has been charged for allegedly bringing a get gun to school. On Sep. 18, 2024, the LaGrange Police Department received information that an elementary school student had brought a weapon into Hollis Hand Elementary School. Officers responded to the school and made contact with the student and administrators. Officers determined […] The post Student charged for bringing gel gun to school appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
LPD responds to Hollis Hand after student brings “splat” gun to school
On September 18, 2024, the LaGrange Police Department received information that an elementary school student had brought a weapon into Hollis Hand Elementary School. Officers responded to the school and made contact with the students and administrators. Officers determined that the weapon in question was an all-plastic, battery-operated “gel-blaster” device commonly referred to as a […] The post LPD responds to Hollis Hand after student brings “splat” gun to school appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Three charged in murder of 16-year-old
On Aug. 28 at 4:22 p.m., deputies with the Troup County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a home in the 100 block of Montrose Way regarding a person who had been shot. When deputies and other first responders arrived they located a 16-year-old male outside who appeared to have been shot in the chest and […] The post Three charged in murder of 16-year-old appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
TCSS discusses school safety efforts
On Monday, Troup County School System Safety Director Andrew Calhoun gave an update on ongoing school safety efforts. “It’s more prevalent now, more so than ever, given the facts of the tragedy of what happened in Winder a few weeks ago,” Calhoun said. “It’s going to take a long time for those folks to recover […] The post TCSS discusses school safety efforts appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
150 volunteers brave rain to build beds for kids in need
On Saturday, dozens of volunteers braved the rain to build bunk beds to support Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s (SHP) annual Bunks Across America National Build Day. LaGrange SHP Chapter President Greg Watts said about 150 volunteers came out to New Ventures to help build beds for kids in need. Watts said they hit their goal […] The post 150 volunteers brave rain to build beds for kids in need appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
GENDUSA COLUMN: Just Keep Moving On
We all reach times when we face changes or are given opportunities to ‘move on.’ It’s important to remember that these transformations, though daunting, often lead to new and exciting experiences. Embracing change can open doors we never knew existed. My neighbor and friend, Geri, turned 80 recently and felt she needed to make crucial […] The post GENDUSA COLUMN: Just Keep Moving On appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
County discusses new project for Pyne Road Park
Cabins and other amenities could be coming to Pyne Road Park thanks to a public-private partnership. During the Troup County Board of Commissioners work session on Tuesday, the county discussed a potential partnership with Lovejoy Capital, an investment company out of Hampton, GA. Lovejoy proposed a public-private partnership where they would invest upwards of $46 […] The post County discusses new project for Pyne Road Park appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
SWINDLE COLUMN: Karma
“Karma is patient. Karma is watching. Karma is just when at least expected, karma unleashes the mighty thunderbolts of the mythical land of Valhalla through Thor’s hammer and strikes the one who caused the pain. “ Author Unknown I can say that I have never seen a human being harm another person without provocation and […] The post SWINDLE COLUMN: Karma appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Troup County foster parents talk about recruiting and avoiding burnout
On a rainy Saturday afternoon, a group of dedicated people met to discuss the trials and tribulations that come with being a foster parent. Dr. John DeGarmo of the Foster Care Institute has been hosting presentations around the state in partnership with Amerigroup. The presentation focused on current foster parents who are or may suffer […] The post Troup County foster parents talk about recruiting and avoiding burnout appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
YARBROUGH COLUMN: Happy to be living in such a happy state of mind
Are you happy? If so, I am happy. But you and I might be exceptions. I just read a report by WalletHub, a personal finance company, that ranks the 50 states on a number of metrics to determine which states are the happiest. Georgia is listed as the 20th happy state. The criteria for determining […] The post YARBROUGH COLUMN: Happy to be living in such a happy state of mind appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
New chili champ crowned at fall festival and chili cook off
The Downtown LaGrange Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off was held on Saturday. Originally scheduled to be held on the square in downtown LaGrange, the festival was relocated to the Crescent Station due to inclement weather. “ The Downtown LaGrange Development Authority is extremely thankful to Phillip Abbott for providing the Crescent Station venue as […] The post New chili champ crowned at fall festival and chili cook off appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
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