Clots Can Happen – Learn the Risks, Symptoms and Prevention
Gadsden, AL(November 25, 2025) – Clotting of our blood is vital for recovery from injury, but when blood clots form in the body and don’t break up or dissolve as they should, they can block the flow of blood with serious consequences. On average, one person in the U.S. dies from a clot-caused death every six seconds. Dr. Kerri Bally, Pulmonologist with Etowah Pulmonology Associates, says everyone is at risk for clots, regardless of age or gender. Pregnancy, treatment for cancer, having a major surgery, or
Gadsden State Students Attend Workforce Development Summit, Earn Scholarships
Gadsden, Ala. – Students and staff from Gadsden State Community College’s Valley Street Campus recently attended the three-day Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Workforce Development Summit held November 13–16 in Birmingham. The event brought together students from TMCF’s 10 two-year historically Black community colleges (HBCCs) institutions. The summit featured sessions focused on workforce development, industry trends and professional growth. Students also participated in a career fair that
Gadsden State Alumni Association accepting 2026 Alumni of the Year nominations
Gadsden, Ala. — The Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association is accepting nominations for its annual Alumni of the Year Awards. “We are asking people in our community who have left a lasting impression on our service area,” said Julie White, president of the Gadsden State Alumni Association. “We have celebrated 100 years of excellence in 2025 and remember those that have continued to remain an integral part of our success.” “Take the time this holiday season to think of a Gadsden State
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
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
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
Over Fifty educators recognized at Education Awards Ceremony
GADSDEN, AL – The Etowah Chamber recognized outstanding achievements in education during its annual Excellence in Education & Teachers of the Year Awards Ceremony, presented by Gadsden State Community College. The event took place at The Venue at Coosa Landing, where over 300 educators, administrators, and community members gathered to honor excellence across Northeast Alabama's schools. Each winning Teacher of the Year received an award featuring original student artwork by Savanna "Virgil" Stinson
