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  • Apr27

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    jerboa speakers The Dream Releases New Jerboa Speakers In addition to working on a new album this summer, The Dream is the latest artist to release their own line of sound enhancing products.

    Jerboa Audio (Aikonia, LLC) announced today a partnership with the Grammy Award-winning songwriter for the production of their “The-Dream” audio speakers.

    Jerboa/Aikonia speakers are the original manufacturer and distributor of the exclusive line of portable speakers that are said to offer the best in both design and performance for those seeking cutting-edge lifestyle accessories. Read More | Comments

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  • Jun11

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    Just as the Grady Health System has been undergoing a transformation, so has the Grady Health Foundation.

    Established 14 years ago to support the operations of Grady Hospital, the foundation has just doubled the size of its board and is bolstering its community presence and fundraising efforts.

    Several of the new board members represent companies that have made major gifts toward the $325 million Grady capital campaign, aimed at upgrading the hospital’s technology and facilities.

    “We want their time and talent in addition to their dollars,” explained Lisa Borders, president of the Grady Health Foundation. “We are rebuilding the board in two ways — going to people who have invested in the hospital and get them to stay involved and looking for the skill sets we need to sustain the foundation and support the health system.” Read More | Comments

  • Jun11

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    Grady Hospital Emergency Technicians (EMTs), Atlanta Police and Atlanta Fire and Rescue will face off June 14 at the Hard Rock Café Atlanta’s annual Guns n’ Hoses burger eating contest. The contest will take place at 2 p.m. at Hard Rock Café, 215 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30303.

    Burger-eaters can also take part in a raffle of Hard Rock merchandise that will benefit the Grady Health Foundation and the Gold Shield Foundation, a non-profit which assists surviving spouses and children of law enforcement and firefighters who are killed or incapacitated in the line of duty.  Read More | Comments

  • May25

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    By Craig Schneider

    The Grady Health Foundation on Tuesday unveiled the “ALL GOOD” ambulance, which will start a 24-week, city-wide tour to promote Grady Memorial Hospital.

    The donated ambulance will make appearances at Grady Neighborhood Health Centers, community envets, places of worship, festivals and malls.

    “We will promote healthy living, provide health education and raise money in a fun way,” said Lisa Borders, president of the Grady Health Foundation.

    The ALL GOOD Ambulance tour will appear at over 100 events and is expected to provide health promotion materials and education to over 100,000 people, resulting in an estimated 10,000 follow up visits to the Grady Health System, officials said.

    Published by the Atlanta Journal Constitution, May 18, 2010, Crag Schneider

  • Apr26

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    The July 20 primary ballot just got a little more crowded as two candidates announced their intent to replace Lynne Riley on the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

    By John Fredericks / Staff

    The July 20 primary ballot just got a little more crowded as two candidates announced their intent to replace Lynne Riley on the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

    Riley will be forced to give up her solidly conservative District 3 seat when she files papers to run for the state house next week. The district represents Johns Creek, Milton, Alpharetta and most of Roswell on the commission.

    Both candidates are Republicans. But the similarity ends there.

    HAUSMANN PLEDGES TO BE NORTH FULTON’S WATCHDOG

    Johns Creek Councilwoman Liz Hausmann says she’s ready to fill Riley’s shoes.

    “It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as the Post 5 City Councilwoman for Johns Creek,” the veteran Republican and former school board member said. “It was a tremendous experience to be part of the start up of our new city. Now, I am ready to put my skills to work for the county.” Read More | Comments

  • Apr26

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    Fulton County Commissioner Robb Pitts — he who loves gambling, local celebrities and music halls of fame — has announced that he’s running for re-election. We’d normally focus on other matters until we found the time to spin this in some humorous way, which is difficult on Fridays, when we worship at the throne of the Deadline God, ruler of all mankind.

    Unfortunately, Pitts won’t let us do that — because he’s kicking off his campaign with typical flamboyance. On May 1, he’ll host a private fundraiser that will feature three televised boxing matches, casino games and live music by a band called The Shadows featuring Luther “Houserocker” Jackson. A long list of well-known local names, including Guy Millner, Eric Tanenblatt, Michael Robison, John Wieland and many others, have signed on to help Pitts raise cash.

    The invitation to this shindig featured this photo.

    Published by Creative Loafing, April  23, 2010, Thomas Wheatley

  • Jan19

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    ATLANTA (AP) — Former Gwinnett Braves executive Toby Wyman is the WNBA Atlanta Dream’s new chief operating officer.

    Wyman was assistant general manager of business operations for the Triple-A Braves team near Atlanta.

    The hire was announced by new Atlanta Dream owner Kathy Betty, who said she wants the team to “win on our balance sheet” as well as on the court.
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  • Apr17

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    Bernie Marcus is extending a hand to the financially flailing Grady Memorial Hospital.

    The Marcus Foundation Inc. has given Grady $20 million — joining a roster of high-profile donors, including the Robert W. Woodruff Foundation, which committed $200 million to Grady over four years.

    The financial gifts, industry insiders suggested, will encourage others to back the Grady cause, making it easier for the financially strapped hospital to make its $325 million fundraising target.

    The $20 million award is a commitment to preserving a major trauma center that benefits the entire state, said Marcus, philanthropist, co-founder of The Home Depot Inc. and benefactor of the Georgia Aquarium.
    “Grady is the key trauma center in all of Georgia,” Marcus said. “Frankly, without it I really don’t know what the state of Georgia would do, and the city of Atlanta especially.”
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