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Runge, Sizemore And Wright Appointed To Erlanger Health Board Of Directors

  • 7/26/2024

Erlanger announces Lorie S. Runge, James (Jay) Sizemore, MD, MSPH, and Larvizo Wright, CPA, MBA, as new members of its board of directors. These appointments mark the first additions to the board since Erlanger's transition to a private non-profit hospital in July 2023. Ms. Runge brings a wealth of experience and dedication to community service. A long-time Chattanooga resident, Ms. Runge's career spans political marketing and fundraising, including roles at The Fund for America’s Future and Wheland Foundry. Her civic engagement includes leadership positions at the Creative Discovery Museum, co-founding the Women’s Fund of Chattanooga and contributions to the Community Foundation ... (click for more)

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Construction on The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, East Hamilton, is under way. The Lantern is expected to open in early 2025.
Construction on The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, East Hamilton, is under way. The Lantern is expected to open in early 2025.

Hamilton Health Care System Rebrands To Vitruvian Health Amid Regional Expansion

  • 7/25/2024

Hamilton Health Care System today announced it is rebranding to Vitruvian Health as part of its regional expansion plans. Officials said, "This significant change reflects the system's commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare, aligning with its legacy of providing advanced and integrated care. "The new brand name, 'Vitruvian ... (click for more)

Red Sand Project Aug. 1 To Raise Awareness Of Human Trafficking

  • 7/25/2024

The Hamilton County Health Department, WillowBend Farms and Vision Hospitality Group partner with local organizations to participate in the Red Sand Project to raise awareness of human trafficking. The Red Sand Project uses sand artwork as a way for people to come together and connect, raising awareness about human trafficking, modern ... (click for more)

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Mayor's Council On Disability Celebrates 34th Anniversary Of Passage Of The ADA
  • 7/25/2024

The Mayor’s Council on Disability invites everyone to a community celebration for the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act’s passage. The event will take place at Coolidge Park from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Mayor Tim Kelly will be in attendance and will read a proclamation regarding the ADA and its importance at 1:15 p.m. Officials said, "The passage of the ADA in 1990 was a monumental occurrence for those with disabilities in the United States. Through this legislation, the Civil ... more

Airport Inn Part 2 - And Response
  • 7/24/2024

Here we go again. No information, no communication, and no care for the people who live, work, and send their children to school in this area. It seems the city of Chattanooga is in a time crunch to apply for funds by July 31, so they are throwing this plan together haphazardly without any community meetings again. The city spent $2.8 million to purchase the Airport Inn almost three years ago in October of 2021 and it has sat abandoned and used regularly for criminal activities. At one ... more

Cloots Leads State Women’s Open; Fox Crowned Senior Champ
Cloots Leads State Women’s Open; Fox Crowned Senior Champ
  • 7/26/2024

Her round did not start the way Leslie Cloots had planned. But by the end of the day on Friday, the Raleigh, N.C. resident had fashioned the desired outcome in spite of the ... more

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