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PAGE 16A February 27, 2008 aReporter Hospital creates scholarship in Tanner’s honor The Monroe County Hospital Authority has created an endowed scholar ship in the name of Gale V. "Buzz" Tanner. Monroe County Hospital will award a scholarship each year to an indi vidual who has TANNER chosen to enter into a healthcare career that will improve the health status of Monroe Countians. The fund is created by the authority in honor of Buzz Tanner's loyal 12- year service to the hospi tal as Administrator and as a testament to his life long activities to improve the lives of others. "Buzz gave over a decade of serv ice to this hospi tal and kept it thriving through some of its toughest times," said CEO O. J. Booker. "He truly commits himself to improving the lives of others, and when we got the chance to create this scholarship, it seemed fit ting to honor his service in this way - investing in the future of healthcare in Monroe County." "I am delighted to see the creation of this award," said Chairperson Becky Corley. "There is a huge manpower shortage in healthcare, and this scholarship will help local folks come back home to serve others." Selection of the annual award winner will be based on elements to include the applicant's indication of intent to return to work in health care in Monroe County, career field chosen and its relevance to healthcare needs in Monroe County, financial needs, academic achievements, and com munity activities. Applications will be accepted through the month of March each year and the award recipient will be announced during National Hospital Week in May. The Authority Scholarship Committee is comprised of chairperson Becky Corley, RN, and community members Bob Harris and Cecil Porter. Applications can be obtained from Administration at the hos pital or online at www.monroehospital.org. Tanner was the adminis trator of the Monroe County Hospital from 1992-2004, and is current ly the Director of Communications and Business Development of Community Health Works Job fair is Thurs. for new north Bibb mall Representatives of many of the stores and restaurants which will open in The Shoppes at River Crossing in north Bibb County, just three miles from Monroe County, will be accepting applications and conducting interviews at a job fair. The job fair is scheduled for Feb. 28 at the Mabel White Baptist Church, 1415 Bass Road, off 1-75 at exit 172 and the hours are 3-8 p.m. The Shoppes at River Crossing Job Fair will help the center’s retailers find qualified applicants for positions including management, retail and restaurant services. Job seekers are encouraged to bring a resume and photo ID. Additional information may be obtained through the retail center’s website, www.theshoppesatrivercrossing.com or by contacting Joe Netto at General Growth Properties at (678) 385-1422. Companies that will be in attendance include Aeropostale, American Eagle Outfitters, Ann Taylor Loft, Body Central, Bonefish Grill, Champs, Charlotte Russe, Chico’s, Christopher & Banks, CJ Banks, Coach, Dairy Queen, Foot Locker, GameStop, GNC, J. Jill, Journey’s, Lady Foot Locker, Lane Bryant, Lenscrafters, New York & Co., Portrait Innovations, The Sleep Number store®, Talbots, Wild Wing Cafe and Wolf Camera. The 750,000 square-foot, The Shoppes at River Crossing is scheduled to grand open March 19 at 1-75 and Riverside Drive. The center will feature upscale specialty stores, restaurants, anchor tenants; Dillard’s and Belk, and five mid-size anchors. We've got Monroe County covered. Reporter twe wet corner ri|5 PETS BRING JOY TO OUR LIVES Keys to Pet Si 478-994-4986 KEVIN D. SMITH, DVM Teach Kids the ABC's of How to Pet a Dog ? ASK - Always ask the person holding the leash, "May I pet your dog?" Not all dogs like strang ers.The owner will know if their dog is friendly, and will watch to make sure all goes well.^i. Back of hand - After getting permission to pet the dog, make a loose fist and allow the the dog to smell the back of your hand. Smelling is how dogs learn about the world around them. Chin -Turn your hand over and scratch the dog under the chin. Your hand is right there already. Dogs usually like this more than a pat on the head. It is less scary for them. Source: The Dolly Goodpuppy Society DollyGoodpuppy@aol. com 478-994- Mon-Fri 8am - 5:30pm Sat 8am - 12:30 pm House Calls Available 60 South Jackson St Forsyth, GA 31029 CLINIC in Forsyth. Prior to 1992, Tanner was involved in healthcare management at Middle Georgia Hospital in Macon and at the South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, Miss. Tanner holds a Master of Science in Health Administration from the Medical College of Virginia, Master of Arts from the University of Southern Mississippi and a cum laude BS degree from the University of Mississippi. He lives in Forsyth with his son, Justin. mam FURNITURE • APPLIANCES • ELECTRONICS • COMPUTERS Aaron s is m mm raur Hi-uef Headquarters! Come fill your Easter Basket with name brand merchandise No Credit Check 90 Days Everyone is Pre-Approved Same As Cash 175 N Lee Street* Forsyth, GA 31029 PH: 478-994-1557 Teen continued from the front Winslow, Billy’s mother. “People need to slow down. The guy admitted he was speeding.” Upon impact, Billy was thrown onto the hood of Lowe’s car and went through the windshield and out the passenger’s window, which was rolled down. He was taken to the Medical Center and remains in pediatric inten sive care with multiple injuries, including a broken neck, fractured pelvis, and a massive head injury. He has not regained conscious ness since the accident and Wanda says his prognosis is unclear at this time. Billy was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. “He’s barely alive,” said Wanda. “It’s a miracle he didn’t die.” Wanda says she spends all her time by Billy’s bed side hoping and praying for just a small sign of improvement, but believes it will take a while. “I’m doing OK most of the time. I have to hold it together for my family,” she says. “But, at night when I’m here by myself, I start crying sometimes. Inside, it’s tearing me up.” Lowe was not charged with the accident. The sheriff’s report states the accident was Billy’s fault, since he ran the stop sign. But that’s hard for Wanda to accept. “I don’t understand how they can just let him go,” says Wanda. “He admitted to speeding. How can they just let him go while my baby is laying up here, maybe dying.” Lowe could not be reached for comment. The Reporter. It Works. 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