Five St. Mary’s Colleagues Awarded Nursing Scholarships
The St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Marilyn Brown Nursing Scholarship, which each year provides $2,500 gifts to five colleagues who have been accepted into a nursing program of study. Scholarship recipients can be nurses who are studying to advance their career or colleagues who are studying to become a nurse. The scholarship was established by Marilyn Brown, a grateful patient who was inspired to create the scholarship by the skill, tenderness and
St. Mary’s, Dr. Randy Lavender to Create New Orthopedics Practice
St. Mary’s Medical Group is teaming up with board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Randy Lavender, Jr., to create St. Mary’s Orthopedic Specialists (SMOS), a new practice opening Dec. 8 to provide comprehensive care for joint injuries, hip and knee replacements and revisions, and other orthopedic needs. St. Mary’s Orthopedic Specialists will be located in The Exchange office park at 2470 Daniells Bridge Road, Building 300 – the same St. Mary’s facility that houses many outpatient services needed by
Holiday Traditions Return to Downtown Athens, GA.
ATHENS, GA – December 3, 2025 - The Classic Center and Akins Ford Arena are preparing for another holiday season filled with community traditions and seasonal experiences. Visitors arriving at The Classic Center will first encounter Tinsel Trail, presented by Women in Construction and The Classic Center Cultural Foundation, where decorated trees from community businesses and organizations brighten the walkway leading to one of Downtown Athens’ most recognizable seasonal experiences, Athens On Ice. As
Oaks at Cedar Shoals Announces New Ownership and Management
Oaks at Cedar Shoals is now under new ownership and management. Scribner Capitol and WJG HoldCo jointly purchased the community, and it will be managed by William James Group – a senior living organization committed to providing exceptional care, enriching environments, and personalized experiences for residents. With decades of service in the industry, the leadership team at William James Group is dedicated to upholding high standards of excellence that residents, families, and staff expect from their
St. Mary’s signs on as healthcare sponsor of The Classic Center and Akins Ford Arena
St. Mary’s Health Care System and The Classic Center Authority have reached a multi-year agreement designating St. Mary’s as the official health care provider of Akins Ford Arena and The Classic Center. “At St. Mary’s, we believe that health and well-being extend beyond hospital walls,” said Stonish Pierce, President and CEO of Trinity Health Georgia, which includes St. Mary’s. “Our partnership with Akins Ford Arena and The Classic Center reflects our deep commitment to creating inclusive, welcoming
A Beginner’s Field Guide to Basic Business Terms
TL;DR This article is your pocket translator for business language. You’ll learn the meaning behind terms like “cash flow,” “equity,” and “ROI” — not just their definitions, but how they work together to shape your day-to-day as a business owner or entrepreneur. You’ll also find a quick checklist, a sample table of key terms, and FAQs to help you go from confused to confident. Starting Out: Why Business Terms Matter When you first step into entrepreneurship, even simple meetings can sound like code.
From First Glance to Follow-Up: Digitally Amplifying Your Event Presence
Trade shows still work. But the game has changed — it's no longer just about who shows up or how polished your booth looks. It’s about how fluently you use digital tools to stretch your message across time, space, and channels. From pre-show buzz to post-show data loops, what used to be a three-day hustle is now a month-long choreography. Get that rhythm right, and your booth becomes more than a footprint — it becomes a force. The goal isn’t more tech. It’s smarter use of digital leverage to create
