CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 2nd
Publish Date: December 1st
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STORY 1: CCSD School Nutrition Featured on Statewide Culinary Program
The Cherokee County School District’s School Nutrition program in Georgia is highlighted in a statewide culinary video series for its innovative recipes. The Georgia Department of Education’s Culinary Connections video features CCSD School Nutrition Culinary Specialist Jessica Emmett, showcasing her work with global flavors and entrees. The video, available online, provides insights into the preparation of recipes served in CCSD cafeterias. Emmett's efforts to introduce diverse flavors and meals have garnered recognition and praise, showcasing the commitment of the School Nutrition team to offer nutritious and appealing meals to students.
STORY 2: Northside Hospital Launches Cancer Second Opinion Program
Northside Hospital Cancer Institute has introduced a Cancer Second Opinion Program to provide patients with a swift evaluation of cancer care and treatment options. The program connects patients to a team of experts in medical and radiation oncology, surgery, and research, including specialists in rare and complex cancers. With over 55 cancer care locations, Northside Hospital, as Georgia's largest cancer network, ensures patients have access to a second opinion close to home. The program aims to help patients better understand their diagnosis, make informed decisions, and explore treatment options, providing support during the challenging process of a cancer diagnosis.
STORY 3: E.T. Booth Middle School Student Wins Cherokee County Essay Contest
Mikaela Charles, a seventh-grader at E.T. Booth Middle School, was named the overall winner in the Cherokee County Water and Sewerage Authority's annual essay contest. The theme for this year's contest was "Imagine A Day Without Water," and Mikaela's winning essay, developed as an enrichment activity in her English literature and composition class, used a fictional story to emphasize the value of water and the importance of conservation. She received a $100 prize and a gift bag from the authority. Mikaela will be recognized by Superintendent Brian Hightower and the Cherokee County school board at their next meeting.
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STORY 4: Calhoun National Guard Unit Activated for Deployment
Soldiers from the Calhoun-based 1st Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment, part of the Georgia Army National Guard, are gearing up for an overseas deployment to Kosovo. Around 200 soldiers from the 108th have been activated from the unit's armories in Calhoun, Dalton, Cedartown, and Canton. The soldiers will undergo pre-deployment training at Fort Stewart, Texas, and Germany before arriving in Kosovo as part of the NATO Kosovo Force (KFOR) for a peacekeeping mission. The deployment is expected to last around eight months. A sendoff ceremony will be held on January 2, 2024, at the Calhoun campus of Georgia Northwestern Technical College.
STORY 5: Apartment Complex Under Construction in Canton
Madison Communities has begun construction on Madison Canton, a 252-unit apartment complex located near downtown Canton, Georgia. Situated at the intersection of Marietta Road and Jackie Moore Lane, the complex will feature a variety of amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, cyber lounge, and workspaces. Outdoor amenities include a pool and deck with grilling stations, a dog park, a dog wash, and pickleball courts. The units will have modern interiors with granite countertops, walk-in closets, full-sized washers and dryers, and private outdoor patios and balconies. The first units are expected to be complete in the second quarter of 2025.
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STORY 6: Republican-Drawn Legislative Maps Come Under Fire
The Georgia General Assembly's special redistricting session commenced with Democrats and watchdog groups criticizing Republican-backed proposed maps for the state House and Senate, claiming they are unfair to Black voters. Both maps aim to comply with a federal court ruling that declared previous maps violated the Voting Rights Act. Democrats argue that the proposed maps make unnecessary changes beyond the court order, while they have released an alternative map focusing on the specific districts identified in the court ruling. Critics also highlight extensive redrawing and incumbent pairings in the Republican-backed maps for partisan reasons.
STORY 7: State Senate study committee recommends repealing CON law
A committee in Georgia, comprising lawmakers, healthcare executives, and an insurance industry representative, has recommended repealing the state law governing hospital construction and medical services. The Senate Study Committee on Certificate of Need (CON) Reform believes that the decades-old CON law is hindering advances in healthcare delivery, especially in rural Georgia. The CON law, enacted in 1979 to reduce healthcare costs by avoiding duplication, requires applicants to demonstrate the need for a new medical facility or service in a community. The committee's recommendation for repeal or reform will now be considered by the full Senate during the 2024 legislative session.
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