Registration Now Open for Fulton County Citizens' University 2016

Registration is now underway for Fulton County’s Citizens University 2016. This program in its twelfth year, offers residents the opportunity to try their hand as government finance managers, tax commissioners, police officers and other officials. The registration deadline is March 18, 2016.

For the past decade, Fulton County Citizens’ University has provided residents with a first-hand look at how their county government operates and how decisions are made. The 2016 theme is “All People…One Fulton.”

The 12-week program offers interactive “real world” classes that acquaint participants with the inner workings of Fulton County government. Students receive the opportunity to set a budget, tour County facilities, go behind the scenes with police officers, experience the challenges encountered by firefighters as they save lives, and more. During the course, students will meet with County department directors to learn how their departments serve citizens.

The classes take place on Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. from April 7 through June 23, 2016. During the final class session, students will participate in a graduation ceremony.

Citizens’ University began in April 2004 to help citizens understand County government operations in areas such as taxes, spending and finance, police and fire training and community zoning policies.

There is a $40 registration fee that helps offset expenses, course materials and a class shirt. The class is limited to 30 participants, with priority given to Fulton County residents. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional applicants will be placed on a waiting list for the 2017 program.

The program is managed by the Fulton County Department of External Affairs. For more information, call 404-612-8300 or email citizens.university@fultoncountyga.gov. Interested citizens can also visit http://www.fultoncountyga.gov/fccomm-citizens-university for details.

Hillary For America - Atlanta Office Grand Opening

Join us on Saturday, February 20th to celebrate the Grand Opening of our Hillary for Georgia-Atlanta office! Hillary for Georgia will open its state headquarters in Atlanta with local supporters, volunteers and community leaders in the Historic Castleberry Hill Arts District . After brief remarks, volunteers will hit the phone for Hillary to encourage Saturday voting at local early vote locations. See you soon!       

HFA - Atlanta Office Grand Opening

Hillary for Georgia - Atlanta Office
186 Northside Dr SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30313

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-- Office is located on the street level facing Fair St. --

Courage Is Of The Heart #PiedmontGoesRed #GoRed #Spon

If I told you that I wasn't nervous on my way to Piedmont Health for my Heart Screening, that would've been a total lie. Like most women, I carry the stress of not just the day to day responsibilities for myself, family, and job, but the even greater weight our hopes, future, and dreams. I also advocate for the rights of a women and underserved populations in the community.

The health of our hearts is vital to the heath of our love and courage.

This is why I went to get screened.

Each year, heart disease claims the lives of more women than breast cancer and lung cancer combined.

Women tend to think that breast cancer is their biggest health threat. And while it's important, heart disease remains the No. 1 killer of women, even young women. 

When I entered the halls of Piedmont Heart, my mind and heart were instantly put to ease. The process was practically effortless and the staff was extremely gracious and caring. They created a comfortable atmosphere. The nurse administered my blood work, the EKG was straight forward, and I received the results right away.   

I have a healthy heart! So I guess it's time to the push the pedal to the metal?.. Not so fast!

The doctor came in and spoke with me at length about the test results. We discussed and I learned about the importance of maintaining a healthy heart, appropriate lifestyle choices, and getting regular heart screenings. 

The symptoms and risk factors of heart disease often go unnoticed, sometimes even by doctors. We also reviewed the difference between good vs bad cholesterol, as well as cholesterol screening recommendations.Heart disease is a really serious problem here in the United States, especially for women. It is the number one killer. The really good news is we have a lot of control over that because heart disease can be preventable,” said Jyoti Sharma, M.D., a cardiologist at Piedmont Heart Institute.

GET SCREENED

Sometimes we are the last ones to think of ourselves; especially of our own well being. We get so wrapped up in the daily grind that we forget to check on the very source that makes us go. If we are to continue to give energy, support, and be pillars of strength for our loved ones, we must get screened.

It's only $100 and well worth the price of love. For more information, please phone (404) 471-3294.