Kenneth Higginbotham of Dallas underwent WellStar Paulding Hospital’s first percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) procedure September 18. Abdul Sheikh, M.D. was the interventional cardiologist who performed the minimally invasive procedure.

The American Legion recently recognized four veterans for their outstanding volunteerism at Post 111 in Dallas. Those honored were Max Thomas and George Delmar Cook, both U.S. Air Force veterans, Billy Cooper, a U.S. Marine and Harold Thomason, who served in the U.S. Army.

The Paulding County 4-H Forestry Judging team recently competed at the Northwest District Forestry Judging Competition in Conyers, Georgia.

WellStar Paulding Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and Home Depot’s associate-led volunteer force, Team Depot, collaborated to honor veterans and service members who have passed away.

The Paulding Chamber of Commerce continued its tradition of honoring local public safety officials for their outstanding service at our Georgia Power Luncheon. Featured award presentations went to individuals from the Paulding County Sheriff and Fire Departments, Marshall’s Bureau, District Attorney’s Office, E911 Center, the City of Dallas Police Department, the City of Hiram Police Department and Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service.

September 6, 2017, the Mayor of Hiram, Teresa Philyaw, presented a proclamation declaring the week of September 4 through 8, International Literacy Week to the students in the Paulding Adult Education Program. September 8, 2017, is International Literacy Day worldwide.

Joyce Walraven generously donated one of her most valued paintings to the Maude P. Ragsdale Public Library in Hiram. Joyce is well known for her paintings of places of interest and historical significance in Paulding County.

Marine Corps Private First Class Tanner Hambrick has graduated from basic military training at Parris Island, South Carolina. He is the son of Tracie and Chad Everett of Dallas, Ga.

Dugan Elementary are beginning their 2nd Annual Community Service Outreach project again. They are partnered with Children's Hospital of Atlanta and Usborne Books to help bring Cuddle Bear Book sets to 300 rooms.

Lesley Newland is Vice President of Operations/Co-Owner of Lighthouse Investment Advisors, Inc. She owns her business with her husband Wayne. Lesley became a licensed insurance agent in 2012 after a 16-year teaching career. Her role has now changed from educating students in the classroom to educating clients on their insurance and retirement needs.