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🌱 Chamber Safe Place + Piedmont Recognized + Savoy Nominated

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Hello, everybody! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Cartersville Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the things you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on...

  • Chamber serves as a Safe Place program participant
  • Piedmont recognized as an America's Greatest Workplace for Women
  • Savoy Automobile Museum seeking Best Attraction for Car Lovers title

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and pleasant. High: 73 Low: 50.


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Here are the top three stories in Cartersville today:

  1. The Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce is a proud supporter and serves as a Bartow's Advocates for Children Safe Place site. Safe Place, "a nationally recognized program originating from Louisville, Kentucky" is a resource that children can use to connect with resources for "immediate, safe shelter." (Subscription: The Daily Tribune News)
  2. "Based on a survey by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group," Piedmont has been recognized one of 2023's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Women." Piedmont Healthcare's President and CEO Kevin Brown is excited and grateful for the organization distinction." Our people are our greatest asset and it is rewarding to be recognized for our efforts to make Piedmont a great work environment. As we say, 'You will come to Piedmont for the job, but you will stay for the people that you work with.'" (wbhfrafio.org)
  3. For the first time, Savoy Automobile Museum has been nominated as a Best Attraction for Car Lovers as part of USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Having opened in December 2021, the Savoy is hoping to garner support online to grab the title. Voting will end April 10 at noon. Place your vote for the Savoy here. (Subscription: The Daily Tribune News)

Today in Cartersville:

  • Campfire Folklore Sip n' Stroll - Bartow History Museum (6:00 PM)
  • SoundCheck - Sidelines (6:30 PM)
  • Bike Night: Juicebox - Sixes Tavern (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • "WE NEED YOUR HELP! It's easy, we promise. The City of Cartersville has been chosen to participate in an amazing program through UGA to help address local challenges and build a resilient community. Understanding our community is a huge piece of this partnership with UGA. Please help out the Cartersville DDA and check out the link below, or scan the QR code, to take a quick survey. That's it, that's all we need you to do! Thank you!" (Downtown Cartersville via Facebook)
  • "Because of the support of this great community we were able to disperse $100,510 to organizations that do so much for our community. Thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, bought plants, donated rummage items, sold raffle tickets — the list goes on. We couldn't do what we do without your support." (Cartersville Service League via Facebook)
  • "In partnership with Northwest Georgia iWORKS, Chattahoochee Technical College is offering a FREE Leadership Seminar for leaders and plant managers within our local manufacturers. The course will address the challenges and opportunities needed to develop as a successful leader in today's manufacturing industry." (Cartersville-Bartow Chamber via Instagram)
  • "Easter is right around the corner. Celebrate at Barnsley Resort with a non-denominational sunrise service on Easter Sunday morning. Then enjoy an Easter Brunch buffet in Georgian Hall with the family. Talented executive chef Javier Cuesta's menu will feature signature holiday favorites and an elaborate selection of desserts to celebrate the holiday. Book now!" (Cartersville-Bartow County Convention & Visitors Bureau via Facebook)
  • "Summer months bring summer interns, and now is a great time to post your organization's internship openings on the Chamber Job Board!" (Cartersville-Bartow Chamber via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update.

Josee Noble

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