WHAT: Sen. Vincent Fort (D-Atlanta) and the Grady Coalition of Concerned Citizens will host a press conference to discuss the transition of patients that previously used the Grady Dialysis clinic today Monday, January 11 at 3 p.m. Continue reading “Senator Fort and the Grady Coalition of Concerned Citizens Host Press Conference Today”
The Beginning of the Year, The Beginning of Session
CARROLLTON (Jan. 8, 2010) – The new year always seems to bring a sense of anticipation. We have a long road ahead of us, but my colleagues and I are ready to put in the time and effort to make sure we tackle issues, craft solutions and ultimately put people back to work. Continue reading “The Beginning of the Year, The Beginning of Session”
Senator James Announces Ambassador Round Table Program
ATLANTA (Jan. 8, 2010) – State Sen. Donzella James (D-Atlanta) will select 35 community leaders from the 35th district to participate in an Ambassador Round Table. The mission of the program is to make government more accessible and easier for constituents to understand by allowing community leaders to become a part of the process. Sen. James will attend the meetings and use the suggestions from the ambassadors to create legislation based on the needs of the community. No issue will be off limits during the meetings with topics ranging from education, the economy and health care.
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Sen. Seay to Serve as Grand Marshall for MLK Parade
ATLANTA (Jan. 7, 2010) – Sen. Valencia Seay (D-Riverdale) will serve as Grand Marshall for the 2010 Martin Luther King, Jr. birthday celebration and parade, sponsored by the Fayette County NAACP on Monday, Jan. 18. Seay is a Life Member of the NAACP, and has been active throughout her political career in supporting the organization’s goals and endeavors.
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Sen. Jack Hill Named “Public Health Hero”
REIDSVILLE (Jan. 7, 2010) – State Sen. Jack Hill (R-Reidsville) has been honored as a “Public Health Hero” by the Georgia Public Health Association (GPHA). The recognition was announced by the GPHA at its December business meeting at the Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon. Continue reading “Sen. Jack Hill Named “Public Health Hero””