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New hospital set to transform health care in Columbia County

New hospital set to transform health care in Columbia County

Columbia County is opening its first hospital this month, a 100-bed facility aiming to expand regional care.
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Naperville Block Party Returns to Celebrate Community and Support Homelessness Awareness

Naperville Block Party Returns to Celebrate Community and Support Homelessness Awareness

After a two-year hiatus, the Naperville Neighborly Day block party is set to return this Sunday, organized by DuPagePads, a nonprofit focused on ending homelessness in DuPage County. The event, previously known as Old Naperville Day, will take place on West Chicago Avenue and aims to raise awareness about homelessness while celebrating community spirit. The Lantern tavern, which initiated the block party in 2016, is stepping back this year, allowing DuPagePads to take the lead. The event will feature food from local vendors, musical performances, and activities for children. It also serves as a thank you to the volunteers who support DuPagePads' mission.
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Mickell Lowery defeats John DeBerry in race for Shelby County Mayor

Mickell Lowery defeats John DeBerry in race for Shelby County Mayor

Lowery is set to succeed Lee Harris, who has held the position for eight years.
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AI's Role in Healthcare: Uncertainty Over Patient Outcomes

AI's Role in Healthcare: Uncertainty Over Patient Outcomes

A recent study published in Nature Medicine questions the efficacy of AI in healthcare, highlighting that while AI is believed to improve healthcare, the actual impact on patient outcomes remains uncertain. The study emphasizes that many AI tools are still new, and their effectiveness in clinical settings is not fully established. This raises concerns about the tendency to view AI as a monolithic solution in healthcare, similar to how lasers are used in surgery. The study suggests that AI's benefits depend significantly on the context and the expertise of the users.
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Global equity funds draw inflows for 11th week as upbeat earnings lift sentiment

Global equity funds draw inflows for 11th week as upbeat earnings lift sentiment

Aug 7 (Reuters) - Global equity funds recorded inflows for an 11th consecutive week, as optimism about a strong earnings season and cooling crude oil prices boosted investors' appetite for risk assets.
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Gov. Kemp joins ribbon-cutting for Columbia County's first hospital

Gov. Kemp joins ribbon-cutting for Columbia County's first hospital

Georgia officials celebrated the opening of Columbia County's first hospital, a 100-bed facility opening August 26.
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Body discovered along Jefferson Davis Highway in Aiken County

Body discovered along Jefferson Davis Highway in Aiken County

Aiken County authorities are investigating after a man was found dead in a drainage ditch in North Augusta.
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Circle K plans 24 hour store near Patriots Park. Five things to know.

Circle K plans 24 hour store near Patriots Park. Five things to know.

Circle K seeks a zoning variance to open a 24-hour store near Patriots Park.
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The 10 most—and least—expensive private schools in Georgia

The 10 most—and least—expensive private schools in Georgia

Private high school tuition in Georgia ranges from $1,400 to $62,750 a year. See which schools rank among the state's most and least expensive.
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Augusta Transit faces possible strike as workers reject contract offer

Augusta Transit faces possible strike as workers reject contract offer

The company that operates Augusta's public bus system is less than a year into its three-year contract with the city.
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Google investment opens new opportunities in Columbia County | Column

Google investment opens new opportunities in Columbia County | Column

The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce discusses how the new Google data center will impact local growth.
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Inmate escapes Augusta transitional center, search underway

Inmate escapes Augusta transitional center, search underway

Authorities are searching for Christopher Craig, a 40-year-old inmate who escaped an Augusta facility on Monday.