Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Each year fires occurring during the holiday season claim the lives of over 400 people, injure 1,650 more, and cause over $990 million in damage.
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Each year fires during the holiday season claim the lives of more than 400 people; injure 1,650 more; and cause more than $990 million in damage, Cartersville Fire Department officials say. Simple life-saving steps by the United States Fire Administration could ensure a safe and happy holiday. By following some of the outlined precautionary tips, individuals can greatly reduce their chances of becoming a holiday fire casualty. Finally, as in every season, have working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries at all times. Know when and how to call for help. And remember to practice your home escape plan. For more information on holiday fire safety or to …
Thursday, December 6, 2012
The Cartersville Downtown Development Authority and Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to encourage local shopping with the event Saturday, Dec. 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Cartersville.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012
Many residents will likely be fully immersed in the Christmas season after tonight’s Christmas Parade through historic downtown. Continuing the momentum of the holiday spirit, Cartersville Downtown Development Authority and Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce have partnered to present Hometown Christmas, set for Saturday, Dec. 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meant to encourage community residents to shop locally, both organizations have worked together to create a festive atmosphere for residents and visitors alike to enjoy shopping and dining in downtown Cartersville. Activities will include trolley rides, sponsored by Cartersville Medical Center; choral and dance performances; marshmallow roasting provided by Johnny Mitchell’s …
See what your friends and neighbors posted about the Cartersville-Bartow Exchange Club's annual event.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012
Updated Thursday, Dec. 6 If you're in or around today's festivities, snap some photos and share them with us by clicking "Upload Photos and Videos" or use the camera icon on our mobile apps. We'll be in the crowd, snapping shots, too! Original Report Cartersville's annual Christmas parade is set for 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, and this year, Santa will be at the beginning of the procession. Events for kids and the lighting of the tree in Friendship square precede the parade, the route of which is above. What: Kids' activities, including ice skating, and Christmas tree lighting. When: 3:30 to 5:59 p.m. Where: Friendship Square in downtown Cartersville surrounding the old train depot. What: Christmas parade in downtown Cartersville, beginning …
Thursday, November 1, 2012
The Cartersville-Bartow County Exchange Club is gearing up for its 2012 Christmas Parade and a related but new offering, the Jingle Jog.
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
A foot race down Main Street with participants dressed in their best holiday costumes is set to precede Cartersville's annual Christmas parade in 2012. Keeping with tradition, the Cartersville-Bartow County Exchange Club parade, the proceeds of which benefit local children's charities, is set for 6 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 6, the first Thursday of the month. New to the offering year is the Jingle Jog, a 1.4-mile foot race to benefit Advocates for Bartow's Children and help get the crowd ready for the main event. Money raised in the parade, including registration fees and cash collected by The Bucket Brigade, will be donated to children’s charities of Bartow County including Advocates, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bartow County, Bartow Christmas …
With damage to airports and flooding rampant, Holiday travel could be difficult this year.
It's safe to say that the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy will be felt for a long time up and down the Eastern Seaboard. One of the most immediate effects of the storm may be difficulties in holiday travel arising from flood and storm damage. Marci Zied of Canton's A Love of Travel travel agency doesn't see too many problems for holiday travelers as a result of Hurricane Sandy; in fact, she is leaving for Spain on Friday through New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport. "We were worried because JFK was closed earlier, but it will be open to international flights by the time we leave," she said. "By Thanksgiving it shouldn't be an issue." Zied did say that New York's LaGuardia Airport, which handles more domestic flights, is closed due…
From Black Friday to Christmas, keep these shopping safety tips in mind this holiday season.
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
The hustle and bustle of the holiday shopping season is right around the corner, and not far behind are the thieves and cons who show up in full force this time of year to make a quick buck. To protect yourself, keep in mind these safe shopping tips from the National Retail Federation:
Tom Wood
8:28 am on Thursday, November 1, 2012
That is a good question and the answer remains to be seen. We have plans to be in the Big Apple one week before Christmas...we will see how it all shakes out. more ›