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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 2023 THE JACKSON HERALD PAGE 3A Hwy. 53 roundabout gets DOT funding The Georgia Depart- Wilson Construction ment of Transportation has Management LLC of Nor- awarded $3.8 million to cross was awarded the bid. build a roundabout at the The project was part of intersection of Hwy. 53 at 22 projects awarded by New Cut Rd. and Ednaville GDOT in February and Rd. in Braselton. March. Commerce to celebrate Georgia Cities Week April 23-29 The City of Commerce officials will celebrate “Georgia Cities Week” on April 23-29. This year's Georgia Cities Week theme is “Lighting the Way.” The city will hold a va riety of events throughout the week, including “Touch a Truck” on April 25; “If I was Mayor” essay contest; downtown spring planting and spring cleaning; and an employee-appreciation lunch. “We are very proud of our city and the services we pro vide that make it attractive to residents and visitors,” said Mayor Clark Hill. “Cit ies provide the services and infrastructure to help busi ness grow and set the stage for events where families and individuals can gather as a community.” Events dates and times include; •Touch a Truck, April 25, from 5-7 p.m. — This is a free event to see/touch city trucks and equipment. This interactive event for kids of all ages to see and touch tractors, fire trucks and other city equipment. Free Kona Ice will also be available. The event will take place at Commerce City Hall. • Commerce Spring Plant ing and Spring Cleaning, April 22 from 8-11 a.m. — Come volunteer to plant flowers or paint garbage cans, help spring clean downtown. •Commerce Fire Depart ment Chicken-Que. April 22 — City leaders say this is a great way to see the fire station as you drive-thru to pick up the delicious chick en plate. The cost is $8 per plate. See any Commerce firefighter to purchase tick ets. •“If I was Mayor” — Commerce third grade stu dents meet Mayor Clark Hill and are writing an es say about what they would do if they were Mayor for a week. •Employee Appreciation Lunch — To end the week on Friday, lunch will be available for all employees of the city. Cities across Georgia will be celebrating Georgia Cit ies Week, sponsored by the Georgia Municipal Associ ation (GMA) to showcase and celebrate cities and the many services they provide. Based in Atlanta. GMA is a voluntary, non-profit orga nization that provides legis lative advocacy, education, employee benefit and con sulting services to its 538 member cities. Commerce invites every one to join in the fun and be a part of Georgia Cities Week. Braselton Library closed through April 15 The Braselton Library wifi remain closed through April 15 for renovations, and the facility’s drop box wifi also be unavailable. “We apologize for any inconvenience,” library officials wrote in a Facebook post. “All due dates will be pushed to (April) 17th. Thank you for your patience as we continue our growing process.” The renovation of the main library building comes as a two-story wing is being added to the facility. The library was recently closed for an unexpected two- month hiatus as the building sustained water damage in late December. It reopened in early March. East Georgia Cancer Coalition honored at State Capitol East Georgia Cancer Coalition (EGCC) leaders were recently honored at the Georgia State Capitol for the work the group has done over the past 20 years. EGCC was also honored in House Resolution 501, introduced by Rep. Sharon Henderson, which states that “it is resolved by the House of Representatives that the members of this body commend the East Georgia Cancer Coalition for its many remarkable contributions on behalf of those in-need and extend best wishes for continued success.” In addition to the recognition, EGCC CEO, Smitha Ahamed, received an outstanding citizen award. EGCC has been work ing with Rep. Sharon Hen derson to create a new bill (House Bill 384) requiring insurers to provide annu al reminders to men to get prostate screenings. This bill aims to increase cancer education and early detec tion in an effort to decrease cancer deaths. The bill passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Georgia. While there is no cure, mortality rates can be reduced through lifestyle changes, vaccinations (like HPV). cancer screenings and early treatment. East Georgia Cancer Co alition is a 501©3 nonprofit based in Athens, that serves 53 counties in East Geor gia, including Banks. Bar- row, Jackson and Madison counties. Photo by Hannah Barron JEFFERSON, CRAWFORD W. LONG MUSEUM CELEBRATE 90 YEARS OF NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY Jefferson’s Crawford W. Long Museum celebrated the 90th anniversary of National Doctors’ Day on March 30 by placing a memorial wreath in front of the Long Monument. The Crawford W. Long Muse um was joined by city staff members; museum association board members; council members; Mayor Jon Howell; Jim Shaw, president and CEO of Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce; and Dr. Njika Atemkeng and Jacob Berry, Piedmont Athens Regional representatives. Crawford W. Long Museum marks 90 years since the first observance of Doctors’ Day National Doctors' Day is celebrated annually on March 30 in honor of the date Dr. Crawford W. Long performed the first painless surgery using sulphuric ether. In the 1840s, nitrous oxide and ether were commonly used in par ties, called ‘frolics.' It was during these parties that Dr. Long discovered that those under the influence of ether inhalation felt no pain when injured. On March 30, 1842, Dr. Long performed what is considered the first surgery aided by anesthesia. Nine ty-one years later, in 1933, the first Doctors' Day ob servance was held in Bar- row County, Georgia, due to the efforts of Eudora Brown Almond, a local physician's wife. Almond presented her medical auxiliary with the idea of setting aside a special day to honor Doctors of Med icine; and the auxiliary adopted a resolution desig nating the day of March 30 each year as Doctors' Day in honor of the date the famous Jefferson resident, Dr. Crawford W. Long, first used ether as anesthe sia. The Alliance immedi ately adopted the following resolution: “Whereas the Alliance to the Barrow County Medical Society wishes to pay lasting tribute to the doctors, therefore, be it re solved by the Alliance to the Barrow County Med ical that March 30, the day that famous Georgian Dr. Crawford W. Long first used ether anesthesia in surgery, be adopted as “Doctors' Day,” the object to be the well-being and honor of the profession, its observance demanding some act of kindness, gift or tribute in remembrance of the Doctors.” Details of the first cel ebration and the signifi cance of the carnation were provided by the Southern Medical Association Alli ance. The first observance included the mailing of cards to the physicians and their wives, flowers placed on graves of deceased doc tors, including Dr. Long, and a formal dinner in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Wil liam T. Randolph. After the Barrow County Alli ance adopted Almond's resolution to pay tribute to the doctors, the plan was presented to the Georgia State Medical Association at its 29th annual meeting held in St. Louis, Missou ri. November 19-22, 1935, by the Alliance president J. Bonar White. Since then. Doctors' Day has become an integral part of and synonymous with the Southern Medical Associa tion Alliance. Through the years the red carnation has been used as the symbol of Doctors’ Day. The analogy of the carnation is closely woven in medical science, so it is only fitting that this flower — its meaning: Divine-Rejoicing — has been said to have appeared on earth for the first time when Christ was born. Crown coronation denotes honorary distinction. Its spicy fragrance was used in seasoning dishes “to preserve the body of men, both in mind and spirit.” From the juice of its pet als a wine was made “that did comfort the heart of man.” As part of its National Doctors’ Day celebration, museum staff and volun teers have prepared and presented local physi cians with red carnations in the past. Since personal deliveries are limited due to continuing restrictions in medical offices, the staff placed yard signs in front of local medical pro viders’ offices and mailed postcards to area medical professionals this year. “National Doctors’ Day is the perfect opportuni ty each year for the mu seum to honor our local medical providers and Dr. Long’s legacy,” said Vic ki Starnes, the director of the Crawford W. Long Museum. “Especially in today's healthcare envi ronment, it is important to recognize and thank them for their sacrifices and dedication to their profes sion.” The Museum teamed with Piedmont Athens Re gional to place a memo rial wreath on the Long Monument on Thursday, March 30, 2023. “We are honored to help recognize each and every physician for the contribu tions they make to our com munity. Not only do they keep us safe and healthy but also for the many sacrifices they make. Piedmont Ath ens Regional is proud to show support to all doctors on National Doctors' Day with the team at Crawford W. Long Museum.” stated business development spe cialist Tricia Massey. Although Doctors’ Day was initiated in Georgia, President George Bush signed S.J. RES. #366 (which became Public Law 101-473) on October 30, 1990, designating March 30 as “National Doctors' Day.” The resolution reads: “March 30. 1991, is designated as Nation al Doctors Day and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the Unit ed States to observe the day with appropriate pro grams. ceremonies and activities.” It is indeed fitting that the Crawford W. Long Museum has paid tribute to these dedicated indi viduals. To learn more about Dr. Crawford W. Long, visit the museum's site at www.crawfordlong.org. REGISTRATION INFO Commerce City Schools l/mnrnn a nrrii Academic Year 2023/2024 >/ Online application will open 4/10-4/28 Child must be 5 by 9/1/23 Required documents: Proof of Residency, Birth Certificate, Social Security number, Immunization form, Hearing/Dental/Vision GA 3300 form, Picture ID of the Parent/Legal Guardian. Contact Mandy Lund @ 706-335-5587 or mandy.lund@commercecityschools.org Y Y V
