A brand-new fire truck purchased to strengthen emergency response in Dawson is sitting unused — not because of mechanical problems or training delays, but because a partial federal government shutdown has stalled the final steps of the FEMA grant that paid for it.
Dougherty County Commissioner Anthony Jones says leadership begins with listening. But during a Friday afternoon news conference at Albany City Hall, the District 6 commissioner took a moment to do the talking — officially announcing his bid for reelection.
Beyond the pristinely curated lunch spot, owner Sheri Smith has created a small hub of health and wellness services, retail and local partnerships — an example of the type of multi-use business model many small communities are increasingly embracing as they reinvest in historic downtown properties.
The Saving Grace Kidney Foundation works to educate, support and advocate for dialysis and post-transplant patients. The organization provides education and support for patients undergoing dialysis or living after a transplant, including workshops, informational materials and one-on-one mentoring to help patients understand dialysis and explore transplant options.
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