Santa is everywhere! Local girl Ember, aka “Bear”, gives Santa a big hug while on a recent visit to Columbia, South Carolina. She is the daughter of Amber and Brian Pond of Ravanna,Arkansas.
This week, on social media, I asked churches, organizations, and businesses to post pictures and information on what they were doing around town this Christmas to help those in need. I thought it was a telling sign when nobody posted anything. Typically, we get lots of pictures when we ask about the things people are doing around the community. Don’t get me wrong; I know better than to believe it isn’t happening because I see it happening all over the community. The truth is that giving this time of year comes naturally to those in the community.
In a press release sent out on December 18 from Queen City ISD, it was reported that “on December 9, 2024, former employee David Gaskin allegedly used pepper spray on a student in violation of: (1) his training as a peace officer; (2) multiple school board policies; and (3) Texas law. Interim Superintendent of Schools, Shannon Henderson, suspended Mr. Gaskin’s employment and notified law enforcement. “
Publisher’s note: This article was taken from the Atlanta City Delopment Corporation Facebook page.
The Atlanta Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Tammy Davenport as the new Chamber president. With over 23 years in banking and current roles in real estate and insurance, Tammy brings a passion for community and a commitment to supporting local businesses. She is also known as a “Pink Lady”. Tammy has been a Mary Kay representative for over 30 years!
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