CGTC rad tech students earn perfect pass rate

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. —  For the second consecutive year, students in the Radiologic Technology program on the Warner Robins campus of Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) earned a 100 percent pass rate for national certification. Thirteen graduates are now registered technologists in radiography after passing the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification Examination. The ARRT is the largest credentialing organization that seeks to ensure high quality patient care in radiologic technology.  The examination consists of 220 questions and has a three-hour time limit. Prior to taking the exam, students go through a rigorous curriculum, which includes preparation in an in-class review, on-line review and self-study.  Students are eligible to take the examination the day after graduation. Six of the 13 are now employed locally, six more will now look for employment, and one is continuing her education in sonography.

 

Boys & Girls Club plans music fest

CAIRO, Ga. — Plans are well under way in Cairo for the first Jackie Robinson Boys & Girls Club Music Fest. Presented by Hobson Chevrolet-Buick, the JRB&GC Music Fest benefiting Jackie Robinson Boys & Girls Club of Cairo-Grady County will be held Saturday, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Cairo High School auditorium located at 455 5th St. SE in Cairo. Special live performances featuring Otis Redding III, Ralph Roddenbery and Johnnie Marshall will come together to bring a blend of sounds including rock, rhythm and blues to the Syrup City. “I am excited to have the opportunity to be a part of the first ever JRB&GC Music Fest. This event will be our first music fest venture and also the first time three renowned musicians come together.” said Cynthia Cotton-Jones, JRB&GC board president. “Our community is fortunate to have Otis Redding III, and Grady County’s own Ralph Roddenbery and Johnnie Marshall. This is a worthy cause that supports our children, so I hope to see you at this enjoyable event,” Jones continued. Tickets are $20 and will go on sale Friday at Miss Myrt’s, Capital City Bank, Grady County Chamber of Commerce and Center Drugs. You may also purchase tickets online at mnw-bgc.org. Contact Jackie Robinson Boys & Girls Club at 378-3099 or visit mnw-bgc.org for more information.

 

Local author to visit Branford Library 

BRANFORD, Fla. — Eric Musgrove will be signing his latest book ‘Lost Suwannee County’ at the Branford Public Library on Monday, July 24, at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.  Musgrove is a seventh-generation native of Suwannee County. Growing up on the family’s country homestead, he quickly developed a love for history that has remained strong throughout his life.  The 1996 salutatorian of Suwannee High School, Musgrove was also a December 1997 valedictorian of Montgomery, Alabama’s Faulkner University, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in history at the age of 19.  Returning home to Suwannee County in 1998, Musgrove began working for the Suwannee County Clerk of the Court. He remains there today as historian and records manager, among many other duties.  Musgrove has been the youngest member of the Suwannee County Historical Commission since he was appointed to it in 2003. He was treasurer from 2008 to 2014 and since October 2014 has served as its chairman.  Musgrove is a frequent presenter of local history and has been mentioned in the New York Times, Washington Post and Chicago Tribune, among hundreds of other prominent national and international newspapers.  In early 2012, Musgrove was awarded the 2011 Trailblazer Award by the Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce in recognition of his work in preserving and presenting local history. Since 2013, he has also published a weekly historical column for one of Suwannee County’s local newspapers, the Suwannee Democrat. Musgrove married his college sweetheart, Sarah, in 1998, and they live near Live Oak on part of the old family homestead with their two children, Alex and Abby. Musgrove has authored four previous books: ‘Reflections of Suwannee County,’ ‘Suwannee Memories,’ ‘There Let Me Live and Die’ and ‘Images of America: Suwannee County.’ 

 

Middle school student spends summer raising money for animal shelter

TIFTON, Ga. — Kylei Cutts is spreading the message “Choose Kindness God Loves You John 3:16” this summer and raising hundreds of dollars for the Tift County Animal Shelter. Cutts created wristbands with her campaign “Choose Kindness God Loves You John 3:16” as a reminder to everyone to always choose kindness everyday – even when it may seem easier to be negative. Cutts has a special love for animals and decided to raise money for the Tift County Animal Shelter with her “Choose Kindness God Loves You John 3:16” campaign, donating $277.50 in her first donation at the end of May.  Her goal is to raise $1,000 by the end of 2017. To learn more, visit Choose Kindness Everyday on Facebook or email: kyleicutts@gmail.com.

 

Dalton BOE to have called meeting

DALTON, Ga. — The Dalton Board of Education meets Friday at 4 p.m. in the third-floor conference room of City Hall. The agenda includes “Team Networking: Continuity and Succession – Selection Process and Criteria for Superintendent Search”; executive sessions, closed to the public and the media, on personnel and real estate; and “possible action on any item(s) discussed in executive session.”

 

South Georgia holiday crash numbers released 

VALDOSTA, Ga. — The Independence Day holiday period resulted in a number of crashes and traffic stops, according to Georgia State Patrol Post 31 Cpl. Chris Kelch. From June 30 to July 4, 20 car crashes were investigated, resulting in seven injuries and one fatality. Seven crashes were caused by a driver following too closely, four by the driver failing to maintain lane, four by the driver failing to yield, four by distracted drivers and two drivers were under the influence, Kelch said. Troopers also conducted 310 traffic stops resulting in 113 speeding citations, 20 seatbelt violations, 5 child restraint violations, 9 distracted driving citations, 2 drug arrests and 7 DUI arrests. Across the state, troopers issued 9,945 citations and 14,767 warnings and investigated 620 traffic crashes, according to Kelch. For the month of June, Sgt. 1st Class Tracy Tabb of Post 31 reports the following activity: 466 citations, 28 DUI arrests, 40 seatbelt violations, 6 child restraint violation citations, 19 distracted driving citations and 179 speeding citations. There were nine drug arrests and one felony drug arrest. Tabb also discussed the importance of vehicle fitness during the summer months. “Afternoon storms frequently come and go causing roadways to become very wet unexpectedly. Drivers should check their vehicle’s tires for proper tire tread and for any dry spots. Additionally, check the vehicle’s windshield wipers to make sure they function properly,” Tabb said in a press release.