The Literacy Crisis and Why Georgia’s Children Are Struggling to Read
UWG’s Volunteer Ambassadors tackle Georgia’s literacy crisis.
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Community Left Seeking Answers In the Unsolved Murder of a Carroll County Couple:
Community seeks answers in Brock double homicide case.
Atlanta Community Food Bank Provides Thanksgiving Baskets for Those in Need
Atlanta Community Food Bank is a non-profit organization that began in 1979 when the director of a community kitchen vowed to work with his neighbors and provide food to those who were in need and has now distributed over one billion meals to the community. The food bank works with over 700 community partners such as community kitchens, childcare centers, senior centers and more to distribute meals to those in need, serving 29 counties across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Carrollton Receives the Largest Grant in City History to Fund The Maple Street Project
The City of Carrollton has been awarded a $9.2 million grant through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law as part of the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program. This funding will enhance Maple Street, making it a safer and more accessible route for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.
The Carrollton Yoga and Healing Arts Festival Returns for 13th Year at The Amp
The annual Yogafest is returning for the 13th year this Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Amphitheater in downtown Carrollton and will include 8 mini yoga sessions, a raffle and opportunities for participants to win prizes.
Rapha Clinic Hosts the 10th Annual Sound of Medicine at UWG
Rapha Clinic, a West Georgia based non-profit medical organization, is hosting the 10th annual Sound of Medicine fundraising event and musical concert on Thursday, Sept. 26 in the Campus Center Ballroom.
Growth in the City of Homes
The so-called “City of Homes” has been a popular area for families to settle down in since the nineties. With highly rated schools, ample employment options, and proximity to Atlanta, it’s easy to understand why Newnan has seen the growth that it has over the last 30 or so years.
Impact West Georgia Helps Keep HOPE Alive
The nonprofit organization Impact West Georgia defines homelessness as a lack of dwelling where one can rest or places not properly adequate for habitation. This local organization is leading the charge in bringing awareness and resources to those in need.
West Georgia Recognizes Alcohol Awareness Week on Campus
The week of Nov. 6 was Alcohol Awareness Week. On Wednesday, Nov. 8, the University Recreation’s Health Education peer educators held an obstacle course where participants were instructed to wear a pair of goggles that emulated the visual effects of being inebriated.
Good Neighbor Lends a Helping Hand to the Carrollton Community
Fear not, as the local business Good Neighbor is to the rescue, providing catering services for the holiday season.