GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College is gearing up for a month of fun festivities, including its annual Candy with the Cardinals. The event will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Oct. 22 on the Wallace Drive Campus Quad. “The event is free and is perfect for families and community members who want to enjoy a variety of games, arts and entertainment in a safe and festive environment,” said Lynn Patterson, director of Student Activities. Candy with the Cardinals has fun activities, including face painting,
Gadsden, AL, October 1st, 2024–The American College of Radiology now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms annually starting at age 40 for women of average risk. The recommendations are in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Here in Alabama, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer – at more than double the rate of lung cancer, the next most common cancer. Across the U.S.,
GADSDEN, Ala.— The Gadsden State Community College Police Department is taking proactive steps to address mental health issues in Etowah County. Sgt. David Bankson, who oversees the Ayers and Cherokee campuses for the Gadsden State Police/Public Safety Department, was recently sworn in by Probate Judge Scott Hassell to join the Mobile Crisis Assistance Team (MCAT). This specialized task force will help ensure that those in need receive timely evaluations and access to mental health services. This
GADSDEN, AL –The Gadsden State Community College Cardinal Foundation will host its gala at 6 p.m. Thursday, October 10 at The Venue. The event will include cocktails, a seated dinner, a silent auction and live entertainment by Worth the Wait of Cherokee County and Swoop (members of the Gadsden State Show Band). “We are beyond thrilled to present such talented musicians and singers for this year’s Cardinal Gala. Worth the Wait, the mother-daughter trio from Cherokee County is nationally recognized thanks
GADSDEN, AL--August 29, 2024 - This fall in Etowah County, Alabama from October 6 through November 6, Greater Gadsden Area Tourism in a collaboration with Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association is promoting four veteran friendly events packaged into one name: Season of Honor. “We want to show everyone how much Etowah County cherishes and honors our veterans,” said Tina Morrison, Executive Director for Greater Gadsden Area Tourism. First up on October 6th will be a stop in Gadsden for the BamaRama500. The