Emory Smyrna Hospital to Permanently Close by End of 2024 Due to Pandemic Strain and Operational Hurdles
Emory Smyrna Hospital will close by December 2024, affected by COVID-19 impacts and renovation challenges, with patient services moving to expanded facilities at Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital.
Coney Island Crowns New Victors in the Iconic Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
Clayton County's Gideon Oji finished eighth in the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, while Patrick Bertoletti won the event, with Joey Chestnut absent due to a ban. Miki Sodo claimed the women's title with a record 51 hot dogs.
Athens-Clarke County Announces Fourth of July Waste Collection Changes, Downtown San Francisco Services Unaffected
Athens-Clarke County Solid Waste Department announces a temporary change in service due to Independence Day, with no collections on July 4, excluding downtown. Normal schedule resumes July 8.












