Montgomery, Ala.— Gadsden State Community College was recognized by Coca-Cola UNITED during the annual Alabama PALS Governor’s Awards Ceremony. The College was recognized on Nov. 12 at the Renaissance Hotel in Montgomery for its Don’t Drop It on Alabama project. This is the second year in a row that Gadsden State was recognized with this statewide award. “We are incredibly honored to receive this award,” said Lynn Patterson, director of Student Activities at Gadsden State. “The amount of litter our
Gadsden, AL, November 12, 2024 – Gadsden Regional Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The certification, offered in collaboration with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, focuses on the pre-surgical
Gadsden, Ala.— Gadsden State Community College employee Tina Pendley loves western North Carolina, so when floods ravaged the area following Hurricane Helene in September, she wanted to do something to help. “My husband and I love Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Cherokee, the whole area,” she said. “My heart was so heavy and broken for the people who live there. God put it on my heart to do something to help. I wanted to help bring some encouragement to the area. I couldn’t shake the need to
THE HOLIDAYS COME WITH HEALTH RISKS, KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HEARTBURN AND A HEART ATTACKGadsden, AL, November 6, 2024 – As Thanksgiving and other holidays approach, many Americans look forward to all of the festivities, spending time with family and friends, and indulging in traditional holiday dishes. But, what many people don’t know is that during the holiday season there may also be a higher risk of two health conditions - heartburn and heart attack. “These conditions are not the same and not
Centre, Ala. — Gadsden State Cherokee students and employees are collaborating with the Rotary Club of Cherokee County on a food drive to support local families receiving services from the Family Care Center. The community is encouraged to join this effort by donating stuffing mix, cranberry sauce and canned vegetables to help families in need enjoy holiday meals. Donations will be collected through Nov. 30 in the lobby of Gadsden State Cherokee. “We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with