

Taylor Farms initiates recall of all iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, which include Marketside-brand products sold at Walmart due to potential Cyclospora contamination
On July 17, 2026, Taylor Farms de Mexico announced that they are voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market. On July 17, Taylor Farms initiated a recall, which includes Marketside-brand product available at Walmart described as “Iceberg Salad 12-oz or 24-oz” and “Shredded Lettuce 8-oz or 16-oz” with Best if Used By dates of 7/18/2026 to 8/3/2026 and July 18th to Aug 3rd 2026, respectively. Other recalled products were distributed


Peeples Cancer Institute debuts new mobile mammography unit, Mammography on the go
On Thursday, July 16, 2026, Hamilton’s Peeples Cancer Institute (PCI) publicly unveiled their new mobile mammography unit, Mammography on the go, on their campus in Dalton. The event allowed the public to meet members of the PCI team that will be operating the unit and to tour the interior of the unit. With one in eight women facing a diagnosis of breast cancer, early detection is key and often times, women do not get their mammograms regularly due to a variety of reasons of


Students earn Spanish CDA credential at GNTC
Graduates and staff for the bilingual Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program at GNTC pose for a photo before the CDA Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, July 16. (From left, front row) Hannah Salazar, Elizabeth Cruz Velasquez, Lieter Reyes Llauger, Adrianny Perez Guerra; (second row) Elena Garcia, Ma Lucia Rodriguez, Alma Gonzalez, Veronica Alvarez Perez; (third row) Lizet Zamora Marquez, Maria Sandra Gonzalez, Mariali Retiz, Eduwiges Barron; (fourth row) Karen Ca


GBI Arrests Former Bartow County Sheriff’s Deputy in a Child Abuse Investigation
Cartersville, Georgia (July 16, 2026) - The GBI has arrested and charged former Bartow County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Andrew Sean Williams, age 31, of Taylorsville, GA, with one count of Misdemeanor Battery. On July 10, 2026, the Bartow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate allegations of physical abuse involving a child. Preliminary information indicates that the child was found walking down the street by law enforcement and taken to the local Division of


Downtown Calhoun’s Christmas in July event to be held this Saturday
Downtown Calhoun will be hold a special Christmas in July event this Saturday, July 18th. Don’t wait until December for a little holiday magic! This Saturday, from 10 AM–2 PM in Downtown Calhoun, there will be a festive day of shopping, summer savings, and fun! •Shop downtown businesses with special deals and discounts •Complete a Christmas in July Passport for your chance to win one of three giveaway baskets packed with local goodies & $200 in Merry Money •Enter the hourly J


Join the Cherokee Promenaders each Thursday for square-dancing class
Want to expand your square dance skills? Join the Cherokee Promenaders on Thursdays at 6PM for their Plus Classes at the Harris Arts Center, located at 212 South Wall Street in downtown Calhoun. Learn advanced moves and more calls than in their beginner class. Then join in all the square-dancing fun from 7- 9 PM at their weekly dance. Learn more at www.cherokeepromenaders.com or visit their Facebook page by visiting Cherokee Promenaders


Cornhole coming to Downtown Calhoun every Thursday beginning Aug. 6th
Calhoun welcomes Cornhole ATL, Georgia’s largest and original cornhole league, to Downtown Calhoun! Join in on Thursdays for a fun competition where you’ll play against others at your skill level. Whether you’re a seasoned bagger or just in it for the social scene, there’s a spot for you! A special event open container district will be in effect on game nights so you can grab your favorite cold brew from any of our participating restaurants downtown and enjoy it while you pl


Advocate Health Advances Healthier Communities Through $6.27B Community Benefit Investment
CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 14, 2026 – Advocate Health invested $6.27 billion in community benefit in 2025 — more than $17 million each day — reflecting its ongoing commitment to redefine healthcare for all. “At Advocate Health, we believe that access to the best care should never depend on where you live, what you earn or the challenges you face,” said Eugene A. Woods, chief executive officer of Advocate Health. “Our $6.27 billion investment in community benefit this past year, on







