🌱 Wellstar Top 20 In Diversity + Herschel Walker Faces Accusations

Hello, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this spring morning with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Today we'll cover...

• Dallas native Nick Colina is leading in three categories in the ASUN Conference.
• Wellstar is among the top 20 hospitals and health systems for diversity in the nation.
• Herschel Walker is accused of violating campaign finance laws during his 2022 campaign.

But first, today's weather: Cooler; an afternoon shower. High: 67 Low: 57.

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Here are the top stories in Dallas-Hiram today:

1. Dallas native Nick Colina is leading in three categories in the ASUN Conference, including triples, OBP, and walks. The Kennesaw State baseball team will play a weekend series against the Lipscomb Bisons, with the Owls sitting three games behind in fifth place. Spencer Hanson, a designated hitter for the Owls, has hit six home runs and collected six multi-hit performances and 19 RBIs over the last seven games. The team holds a streak of 10-straight games with a home run and has five players near the top of the ASUN Conference in various categories. (KSUOwls)
2. Former American football player and political candidate Herschel Walker is accused of violating campaign finance laws during his 2022 campaign for a Georgia Senate seat. According to a report from The Daily Beast, Walker asked a high-profile donor to send a political contribution of $535,200 directly to his personal company, HR Talent, LLC, which was not disclosed to the Federal Election Commission. Legal experts called Walker’s actions “unprecedented” and “stunning,” with no legal way that this could have played out. Despite the scandal, Walker lost the election to Raphael Warnock. (Yahoo News)
3. Wellstar Health System has been included in DiversityInc's annual "Top 50 Companies for Diversity" ranking, specifically on the list of 20 top hospitals and health systems for diversity in the nation. The rankings are based on DiversityInc's survey submissions from U.S. employers with at least 750 employees, with the same data used to determine the top hospitals and health systems list. The six key areas considered for diversity are leadership accountability, human capital diversity metrics, talent programs, workforce practices, supplier diversity, and philanthropy. (Becker's Hospital Review)
4. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has issued an open letter to the city following a mass shooting that occurred on May 3. The mayor expressed his condolences to the victims and their families, as well as his gratitude for the first responders and law enforcement agencies involved in the incident. The mayor called for action to prevent future mass shootings, stating that gun violence is too common in America and that national action is needed to change how mental health is treated and to keep guns out of the hands of those who should not have them. He also emphasized the need for unity and collective action to stop these events from happening again. (City of Atlanta)

Today in Dallas-Hiram:

• Let's Quilt — Dallas Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Hatha Yoga — Bee Humble Studio (12:00 PM)
• Cinco at the Goat — Bucking Goat Brewing Company (12:00 PM)
• Canasta — Paulding Senior Center (2:00 PM)
• Chuck Martin and the Lineup — Pizza Shack (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Patch Pet News: Several shelters in and around the Dallas-Hiram area have dogs, cats, and other pets available for adoption. Millions of animals are taken in by adoption facilities each year, but only about half of them are adopted annually. Through Petfinder, Patch has compiled a list of pets available for adoption, providing the opportunity for families to find their perfect furry companion. (Patch Pet News)
• City of Hiram: Officer Audrea Warldaw of the Hiram Police Department has been awarded the Officer of the Year Award by the Paulding County Rotary Club. The City of Hiram expressed its congratulations and pride in Officer Warldaw, recognizing her exceptional work and dedication to the department. Officer Warldaw's contribution to the Hiram Police Department is highly valued, and the city is grateful to have her as part of their team. (City of Hiram via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Ivey Meadow: Junk haul off, mulch delivery and more. Message with what you need for pricing 470-713-6587. (Nextdoor)

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That's it for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Linda Marlow

About me: Linda Marlow is an experienced writer and communications professional with a diverse background in industries such as healthcare, education, publishing, and performing arts. She is a Dallas resident who is passionate about sharing the latest news and events happening in Paulding County through her writing. Linda is currently serving as a contributing writer for the Dallas-Hiram Patch newsletter, where she continues to use her storytelling skills to inform and engage the local community.

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