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Great news! WIC is HERE for you!
✅ WIC clinics will continue providing food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referral services to families.
✅ If you receive #WICBenefits, keep attending appointments and accessing services as usual.
We'll continue to keep you updated—WIC is here for you! In North Georgia, call (706) 370-4700.
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¡Buenas noticias! ¡WIC está aquí para ayudarlo!!
✅ Las clínicas de WIC seguirán brindando beneficios alimentarios, educación nutricional, apoyo a la lactancia materna y servicios de derivación a las familias.
✅ Si recibe beneficios de WIC, siga asistiendo a las citas y accediendo a los servicios como de costumbre.
Continuaremos manteniéndolo informado: ¡WIC está aquí para ayudarlo! En el Norte de Georgia, llame al (706) 370-4700.
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The Murray County Health Department in Chatsworth will be CLOSED on Thursday, October 2, and Friday, October 3, due to needed plumbing repairs. This closing will impact both clinical and WIC services. We apologize for this inconvenience and look forward to resuming services to residents as soon as possible next week.
Learn about public health services provided by each county health department in the North Georgia Health District at www.nghd.org.
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North GA – The North Georgia Health District is proud to announce that this year’s Environmental Health All-Star Award recipient for Health District 1-2 is Wendy Scoggins, Administrative Professional with the Gilmer County Environmental Health Office.
The Environmental Health Office of the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) established this award in 2024 to honor an outstanding Environmental Health Specialist in each of Georgia’s 18 public health districts. Staff members within each district are nominated by their peers, and a special committee carefully selects the top candidate. For North Georgia Health District 1-2, Wendy Scoggins exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond in serving her community through Environmental Health.
Wendy Scoggins, 2025 EHS All Star for District 1-2, and District Environmental Health Director Amy Grice“Wendy has devoted 19 years of service to the health district, where she has been a steadfast and compassionate presence in Environmental Health,” said Amy Grice, MPH, REHS, District 1-2 Environmental Health Director. “She approaches her work with patience, professionalism, and a genuine desire to help others. Her unwavering dedication to customer service has made her a favorite among the public. Real estate agents, local builders, partner agencies, and many others often praise her for her prompt responses, kindness, empathy, and willingness to go the extra mile.”
According to Andrea Mathis, Gilmer County Environmental Health Manager, “Wendy’s personal motto — ‘Treat others the way you would like to be treated’ — shines through in every interaction. As the only administrative staff member in a rapidly growing county, she carries a tremendous workload, managing all customer inquiries, document submittals, and office administration with remarkable organization and efficiency.”
Her extensive knowledge of Environmental Health programs, coupled with the strong partnerships she has built across departments and agencies, makes Wendy not only an invaluable resource to her customers but also to her fellow staff. Her excellence truly embodies the spirit of this award.
We congratulate Wendy on this well-deserved recognition and are proud of our hard-working environmental health staff throughout the district! Learn more about the Environmental Health program in North Georgia and how it serves residents in Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens, and Whitfield counties at https://nghd.org/eh.
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FREE Must-Attend Class for Realtors!
Earn 3 CEUs
Canton, GA - Cherokee and Pickens County Realtors are encouraged to attend “Septic System and the Home,” a free professional development class designed to strengthen their expertise in guiding clients through property transactions involving septic systems.
Event Details
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Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
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Time: 10 AM – 1 PM
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Location: Thrive Canton at The Mill on Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway, Suite 200, Canton, GA 30114
This no-cost course is hosted by Cherokee County Water & Sewerage Authority, Cherokee County Stormwater Management, and Cherokee County Environmental Health. The class will be taught by Will England of CCWSA, Andrea Yager of CCSM, and Amy Grice and Martin Little of CCEH. The class will provide real estate professionals with critical insights into septic system function, care, and regulatory considerations—knowledge that can prove essential in property disclosures and client guidance.
Continuing Education
Attendees will earn 3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), enhancing their professional credentials while broadening their understanding of an often-overlooked aspect of property ownership.
Course Overview
Key topics covered in “Septic System and the Home” include:
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- IT'S TIME for Breast Cancer Awareness & Screening, North Georgians!
- Cruise Through a Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic Near You this October
- 11th Annual “Express Your SuperPower” 5K/10K, Fun Run, and Tot Trot Set for October 4 in Canton
- North Georgia Health District Reminds Residents: “Preparedness Starts at Home” This National Preparedness Month
- CLOSED LABOR DAY, Mon. Sept. 1st
- Fannin County Environmental Health Office Relocating to West Main Street
- Gilmer County Health Department Moves to New Location, Enhancing Access to Care for All
- Cherokee County Health Dept. Centers Hold Back to School Health Clinics in July & August
- Closed July 4th — Stay Safe. Have FUN!
- Back To School Health Screenings & Immunizations Are Now Available!