Seniors to learn how to guard against scams

Submitted by FeleciaChurch on Wednesday, May 1st, 2:08 pm

COLLEGE PARK, GA. -- Fulton County is hosting another information session that teaches seniors how to protect themselves against scams.

The one-hour program on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, will be held at Camp Truitt from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Camp Truitt is located at 4320 Hershel Road in College Park and is sponsored by the Housing and Human Services Department, Office of Housing and Community Development.

Scams that often target seniors include but are not limited to telemarketing, reverse mortgages, healthcare/health insurance, home and auto repair. This session will provide information to help seniors to identify, prevent and report fraudulent and deceptive schemes. The best strategy to prevent scams is for citizens to be informed.

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Feds investigating 4 Atlanta hospitals

Submitted by Atlanta Busines... on Wednesday, May 1st, 7:37 am

ATLANTA -- Several Atlanta hospitals owned by Tenet Healthcare Corp. are being investigated by federal officials over potential kickback violations.

In filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Dallas-based Tenet says it has received a subpoena from the Office of the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services seeking documents from January 2004 to May 2012 related to the relationship that Atlanta Medical Center, North Fulton Regional Hospital, South Fulton Medical Center (now known as Atlanta Medical Center - South Campus) and Spalding Regional Hospital and Hilton Head (S.C.) Hospital had with an unaffiliated company called Hispanic Medical Management Inc.

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"Fore" Kids Golf Classic to benefit Fulton students, teachers

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 2:19pm

"Fore" Kids Golf Classic to benefit Fulton students, teachers

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- The 18th annual Fulton Education Foundation "Fore" Kids Golf Classic is being held on May 14 in Alpharetta at the Golf Club of Georgia.

A spokeswoman for Fulton County Schools reported that the tournament will benefit students and staff of Fulton County schools, while Fulton County school leaders, school board members, business professionals and others from the community will attend.

There will be one caddy for every four players. All golfers should check in at 9:30 that morning, and be ready to begin at 11:00. At 4:00 p.m., awards will be given out along with a silent auction.

To register, individuals may play for $400, and teams of four will pay $1,750. Sponsors are still needed.

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Atlanta fitness event benefits anti-bullying efforts

Submitted by Michael H. King, Digital Executive Producer

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 9:34am

This weekend, Ventanas, the magnificent downtown Atlanta roof top venue, will be turned into a fitness studio as Atlanta's newest fitness wave kicks into high gear. {OFF} BEAT! is inviting all yoga enthusiasts, from beginner to expert, to experience the practice Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 while taking in some of the most breathtaking views of Atlanta's skyline. Four yoga classes will be led by top notch instructors with class starting at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. each weekend day.

{OFF} BEAT! is a monthly destination fitness experience that will "pop up" for two days (one weekend) each month at Atlanta's most unique venues. Each unique fitness experience will be delivered by renowned trainers to the energizing beats of Atlanta's best DJ's. FIT RADIO is partnering with {OFF} BEAT! to provide the live disc jockey and a custom mix of music for an energized workout.

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Georgia Power honors local schools for efficient energy use

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 1:00pm

Georgia Power honors local schools for efficient energy use

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- Fulton County schools have received an honor from Georgia Power for their efficient use of energy.

The school system was given money from Georgia Power to install efficient energy equipment in two new high schools in the area. This year, Fulton County schools also took two major awards: the U.S. Green Building Council's Georgia Chapter was recognized for Leadership in Energy Efficiency for a School System, and the Leadership in Water Efficiency.

A spokeswoman for the Fulton County School System said part of receiving the honor is to maintain a high Energy Star rating. Fulton County averages a score of 87, and 57 of their 58 schools are Energy Star certified.

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National Drug Take-Back Day

Submitted by Don Buckindail, Manager of Digital Content

Saturday, April 27th, 2013, 7:00am

It's an opportunity for those who have accumulated unwanted and unused prescription drugs, to safely dispose of them.

The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Take-Back Initiative takes place Saturday, April 27, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in various locations throughout the state.

Find a drop off spot nearest you here.

In the five previous Take-Back events, the Drug Enforcement Administration, along with state, local, and tribal law enforcement partners, have collected more than two million pounds (1,018 tons) of prescription medication from circulation. The National Prescription Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposal, while also educating the public about the potential for abuse of these medications.

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Running around Metro Atlanta this weekend

Submitted by Michael H. King, Digital Executive Producer

Friday, April 26th, 2013, 2:53pm

ATLANTA - This weekend's race calendar includes runs in Norcross, Woodstock, Sandy Springs and Inman Park.

For the last weekend in April, runners can lace up their shoes starting Friday night.

The Atlanta edition of the Vampire 5K kicks off - for both vampires and citizens - Friday night at 7:45 at Six Flags Over Georgia. Racers will be able to pick up packets inside the pavilions underneath the Great American Scream Machine from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Race Day Registration is available for $55 per team or $60 per individual. The race course runs through service roads and parking lots, but also takes a jog through the amusement park itself. For more information, visit Vampire5k.com.

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