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13th ANNUAL VETERANS DAY LIGHTED PARADE ACCEPTING ENTRIES

October 26, 2012

The 13th Annual Veterans Day Lighted Parade will step off Sunday night, November 11th, at 7 p.m. from Douglas County High School, and the Public is invited to join the parade or line the streets to salute our military, veterans, and our Nation’s flag. This year’s parade will be led by members of the Sweetwater…

Marco’s Pizza NOW Open in Douglasville!

October 26, 2012

Marco’s Pizza, located at 3112 Bright Star Road in Douglasville celebrated the grand opening of their newest location on October 22 with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting.  Marco’s Pizza – Douglasville is led by Manan Gandhi. Headquartered in Toledo,OH,Marco’s Pizza is the fastest-growing pizza company in the U.S. Marco’s was founded by Pasquale “Pat” Giammarco and…

WELLSTAR HEALTH SYSTEM OFFERING LUNG CANCER SCREENING TO VETERANS

October 23, 2012

Thanks to WellStar Health System for contributing: HEALTH SYSTEM OFFERING LUNG CANCER SCREENING TO VETERANS DURING SPECIAL EVENT Veterans at higher risk of lung cancer due to exposure to known carcinogens MARIETTA, Ga. (Oct. 22, 2012) – WellStar Health System is reaching out to local military veterans to receive lung cancer and respiratory risk screenings…

Vision 21 Concepts to Provide Homeless Men Shelter

October 12, 2012

Crossroads for Life Ministries located at 6976 Bankhead Highway in Douglasville celebrated the grand opening of their most recent venture, Vision 21 on October 9.  Crossroads for Life Ministries is led by Pastor Edwin Ford. Vision 21 Concepts, Inc. hosts the only men’s homeless shelter West of Atlanta. They have made a commitment to address the…

Update from Purchasing Alliance Solutions: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) Employer requirement effective

October 4, 2012

Thanks to Purchasing Alliance Solutions for always keeping our members updated! The Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) is a requirement of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), the new Federal Healthcare Law, and must be provided to covered members — for some as early as September 23, 2012. The final regulation requires…

Chamber Member Thank You Letter

October 4, 2012

The Douglas County Chamber sends a BIG THANK YOU! With members like you, we are able to provide a sustainable business community in Douglas County as well as foster growth and positive change. Only through your support can we continue to fund important community initiatives and lead the way for business.   Your Chamber now…

Kaiser Permanente of Georgia Named NCQA Top-Ranked Health Plan in the State

October 4, 2012

Thanks to Kaiser Permanente for the content!! Kaiser Permanente Georgia has been named the highest ranked commercial health plan in the state for the eighth consecutive year, according to the National Committee for Quality Assurance. Kaiser Permanente Georgia ranked 36th among 474 plans nationwide, climbing 16 spots in the past year. NCQA, managed care’s major…

Entrepreneur Expo Spotlight – Insulation 101 from L&W!

October 2, 2012

Thanks to Entrepreneur Expo exhibitor L&W Insulation & Fireplaces for the content!  Check out their website at www.landwinsultionandfireplaces.com Did you know that insulation helps keep your house cool inside when it is so hot outside? Call us today at 770-942-0330 to find out details! What is an Insulation System? The answer starts with the role…

Entrepreneur Expo Spotlight – Why your elderly parents might be Better Off at Home

October 1, 2012

Thanks to Entrepreneur Expo exhibitor, Better Off at Home, for the content!  Check out their website at www.betteroffathome.com As time goes by we watch our parents move into their later years. With our busy lives and hectic schedules, it’s hard to balance our many responsibilities. Call on us to lessen your stress and help you…

Entrepreneur Expo Spotlight – What’s The ROI on a Drug Free Workplace?

September 29, 2012

Thanks to Entrepreneur Expo exhibitor, USA Mobile Drug Testing, for an insight into the ROI on a Drug Free Workplace!  Check out their website at www.usamdt.comatlanta Compliance specialists at USA Mobile Drug Testing often get asked about the return on Investment (ROI) on a drug free workplace program.  Study after study has shown that companies…

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