Rates of Colorectal Cancer Rising in Younger People
Gadsden, AL, (November 3, 2025)– Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S. and the statistics on the rates by age have surprised the medical community. Between 2012 and 2021, more colorectal cancer cases have been identified in adults under 50 each year while the rates for adults 50 and older have been going down over the same period. The American Cancer Society estimates about 107,320 new cases of colon cancer and 46,950 new cases of rectal cancer will be found in
Pereira Joins Gadsden Physician Clinics Group
Gadsden, AL, October 16, 2025- Those in Etowah County and the surrounding area now have increased access to general surgery procedures. General surgeon, Florencia “Flo” Pereira, MD, has joined Gadsden Physician Clinics group. “Having Dr. Pereira joining our medical staff is an exciting step for Gadsden Regional Medical Center,” said Michael Hall, CEO. “Her skills, compassion, and dedication to advancing surgical care will greatly benefit our patients and strengthen the level of service we provide to our
Leaders weigh in on the State of Healthcare in Etowah
GADSDEN, AL - The Etowah Chamber hosted its first-ever Etowah Update: Healthcare Summit at Gadsden State Community College on August 20th, 2025 bringing together leaders in healthcare, higher education, and workforce development to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of local care. Chamber President & CEO Philip Hall opened the program by thanking sponsors and highlighting the Chamber’s role in convening leaders around critical issues. Gadsden State President Alan Smith welcomed
The Chill Spot of Attalla Celebrates BIG for One Year
ATTALLA, AL - Etowah Chamber, along with the City of Attalla, recently joined The Chill Spot to celebrate its one-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting and community event. Since opening in 2023, The Chill Spot has quickly become a local favorite for sweet treats, offering ice cream, shaved ice, brownie sundaes, banana splits, milkshakes, and more. In addition to its shop on 5th Avenue, The Chill Spot also operates a mobile snow cone truck, serving events throughout the community. At the celebration,
Gadsden is Second Location in the State of Alabama for NEW “LibCabinet” Book Vending Machine
Gadsden, AL – A new chapter in community access to reading has officially begun. The Etowah Chamber was proud to join the Gadsden Public Library and city leaders for a ribbon cutting at the Carver Community Center to celebrate the installation of Alabama’s second-ever LibCabinet, an innovative book vending machine that brings the library directly into the neighborhood. Located at 1030 Tuscaloosa Avenue, the Carver Community Center is now home to one of two new LibCabinets in Gadsden. The second cabinet is
Moe’s Original BBQ Now Open in Downtown Gadsden
Moe’s Original BBQ Now Open in Downtown Gadsden Moe’s Original BBQ is officially open in Downtown Gadsden! You’ll find them at 208 S. 2nd Street, right inside the iconic Blue’s building. They kicked things off on Memorial Day, and the place is already bringing the heat with slow-smoked meats, hearty Southern sides, and a laid-back vibe that fits right in here. This new spot has all the favorites you’d expect from Moe’s, pulled pork, ribs, smoked wings, turkey, chicken, even catfish and shrimp, plus
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Local Mayors Share New Developments at the Etowah Update Mayors Summit
HOKES BLUFF, Ala. — Etowah County's top municipal leaders gathered Thursday for the 2025 Etowah Update: Mayors Summit, painting a vibrant picture of the region's progress and future potential during a wide-ranging discussion at the Hokes Bluff Community Center. Sponsored by Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc., the event brought together mayors from across the county who highlighted major developments including the transformative Etowah County Megasite project, the implications of the new Challenger Learning
