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Ignatius House Offers Renewal Through Hope at Retreat Dec. 12-14

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:18:52 UT

The retreat center on the Chattahoochee River allows a disconnect from the digital and a reconnect to the spiritual, particularly during particularly stressful times. 'Hope in the Midst of Darkness' is the retreat theme...

Q&A Column with Insurance and Fire Commissioner John Oxendine

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:20:48 UT

Before selecting a prescription drug plan (PDP) or changing coverage during open enrollment for Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage, Commissioner Oxendine advises citizens to consider the following information to help sort out insurance options...

Adopt A US Soldier Offers Encouragement and Gratitude

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:10:43 UT

The non-profit organization connects military personnel who would like to be “adopted” with people who would like to provide support and recognition via letters and care packages...

Veteran Journalist Pens Book About Personal Encounter with Jesus Christ

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 14:10:10 UT

Award-winning author, James Hall tells the story of when Jesus Christ literally entered a room with him more than 30 years ago. At the time, Hall was a college student at home visiting his parents. He sas that this event changed his life dramatically...

Atlanta International Military Show in November

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:21:41 UT

The popular trade show returns Friday, November 14th and Saturday, November 15th...

Author Releases First Ever E-Books That Guide Children Through Grief Over Pet Loss

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 13:47:52 UT

Bill McDonald, author of several books and books on tape for children and families, has released two new unique e-books – Parsley, A Love Story and Charlie, A Love Story. Both confront the difficulties children (and adults) have in dealing with the loss of a pet. These “I know how you feel” stories gently and lovingly guide the reader through the process of grieving...

Author Releases First Ever E-Books That Guide Children Through Grief Over Pet Loss

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:09:16 UT

Bill McDonald, author of several books and books on tape for children and families, has released two new unique e-books – Parsley, A Love Story and Charlie, A Love Story. Both confront head-on the difficulties children (and adults) have in dealing with the loss of a pet. These “I know how you feel” stories gently and lovingly guide the reader through the process of grieving...

Harvest Pumpkins Look Good in Grandma's Pie, But They Look Even Better on Your Face

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:13:19 UT

Pumpkin peel is a fruit enzyme exfoliation accelerator and a powerful anti-oxidant. As a natural repair therapy it has beta carotene and combats free radical damage. The peel also contains a full complement of vitamin A derivatives...

Tech Promise Gives Georgians Access to a Georgia Tech Degree Debt-Free

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:00:06 UT

This year, 199 students from 52 counties across Georgia -- from Appling to Wilkes -- are attending the Georgia Institute Technology thanks to the G. Wayne Clough Georgia Tech Promise Scholarship Program...

One for the Porch, One for Your Plate

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:00:06 UT

When you grab a pumpkin for your fall porch this year, grab one for your plate, too...

Jessie Kay Collins to Visit Amicalola Falls State Park in October

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:00:06 UT

Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge will be hosting a different artist each weekend through November 9th, 2008...

The Banks County CVB Presents the Fourth Annual Chocolate Fair

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:00:11 UT

The Banks County Convention & Visitors Bureau invites everyone out to the Fourth Annual CVB Chocolate Fair on November 10...

Now More Than Ever, It’s Time to Reconnect with Your Kids

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:17:33 UT

The demands of school, sports and other extracurricular activities have become more stringent, and it's hard nowadays to get our kids' attention due to the incessant texting our older kids stay immersed in, provoking zombie-like stares when you call their names...

Komen Atlanta's 'Call for the Cure' Radiothon to Air Friday on B98.5FM

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:30:37 UT

The Call for the Cure will kick off with the Steve and Vikki Morning Show, featuring a live breakfast that will honor 98 of Atlanta’s breast cancer survivors. The radiothon will continue throughout the day, raising funds for Atlanta’s medically underserved community and spreading the message of early detection...

Ignatius House Hosts Women’s Weekend Retreat, Oct. 17-19

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:10:47 UT

The Retreat Center offers women of all faiths a respite from the everyday and provides a time of renewal...