Greetings!

 

Last Wednesday, a record number of tornadoes devastated the southeast. North Georgia was hit especially hard, with severe damage done to Northern Bartow and Floyd Counties. Miraculously, not a single life was lost in Bartow, a gift of mercy for which we praise God. However, many homes were partially or completely destroyed, and many of our friends and neighbors are suffering. America has a long history of quick response in times of crisis, with family, friends, neighbors, churches and communities coming together to help one another. As we see those in need, our conscience demands that we step forward to help alleviate that suffering in whatever way we are able.

 

There are several organizations in place throughout the county that are collecting food, supplies, clothing and other needed items. Others are helping with the clean-up of damaged homes. Each of us can find a way to assist in the effort. As chairman of the Bartow County Republican Party, and on behalf of our Executive Committee, I encourage you to contact one of the following organizations and donate time, money or goods to help in the relief effort. At a time like this there are no Republicans and Democrats, no racial or religious divides, only God's children in need. Thank you for your willingness to help, and may God bless each of us in these efforts. 

 

--

Louis DeBroux

 

Sincerely,

Louis DeBroux

Bartow County Republican Party

 

Bartow Tornado Relief Radio-athon
Cartersville UNCUT will be joining forces with AM 1450, WBHF and Cartersville Daily Tribune for a radio-athon this Wednesday from 7 - 10 am. They will be raising money for Bartow tornado victims.
Please listen to AM 1450 from 7-10 on Wednesday morning. Stop by the studios in downtown Cartersville or call 770-386-1450 to donate. There will also be volunteers with buckets at the corner of Cherokee and Erwin.

Bartow County collection and distribution station for tornado relief now open: The site is 1657 Cassville Road (Stars Prek-K facility behind the gym), open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Items needed include trash bags, shovels, first aid kits, baby needs, hand sanitizer, personal hygiene items, plastic silverware, paper towels, canned drinks, bottled water, furniture, dishes, peanut butter, crackers, granola bars and pre-packaged snacks and sweetened cereal.

From Leslie McMillan @ Stars Pre-k. Volunteers are needed for the remainder of the week... 9AM-5PM! Clothes donations are on hold. They are distributing clothing. Process is simple! Fill out a short info sheet (nothing official-no ID required), grab a buggie & get what you need! Please pass the word along so vicitims feel comfortable knowing what is available easily to them. AND, please volunteer if you can!

NorthPointe Church:  

30 Orchard Road

Adairsville, GA 30103

1 Tree 1 House 1 Family @ a Time! 

The recent tornadoes that ripped thru our county left homes and lives devastated, but even in the midst of ruin there is hope and grace and strength. From the first phone call @ 8am we have hit the ground running, yet ever alert to times where God wants to change our course. So many people have come alongside us and we them to make an IMPACT. We are accepting donations in Main Street, helping people re-supply their homes and lend muscle to the clean-up effort.

Sat. May 7th we will once again be leading many crews to do disaster clean-up in local areas. Bring work gloves, wear appropriate footwear, chain saws (only if you are experienced using it please), and a willingness to work hard. NO CHILDREN

~ High School to Adult only. For more info contact us @ 770-387-8135.




The Chamber of Commerce is designated as a drop-off zone for supplies that will be distributed to local Churches in Kingston & Pine Log.   

 

 

Necessities Needed:

  • Bottled Water                                  
  • Canned Food
  • Tolietries
  • Hygiene Products 
  • Disinfecting Wipes
  • Baby Supplies

The Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce is encouraging residents & local businesses to lend a helping hand to our neighbors.  Please bring your items by the Chamber, Monday-Friday from 8 AM-5 PM. The items will be taken to designated churches in Kingston & Pine Log to aid the victims of this disaster.   

  

Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce is located at 122 West Main Street in downtown Cartersville, GA. 

  

For details please call 770.382.1466 or email Reception@Cartersvillechamber.com. 

 

 

 

Video & Article on Relief Effort 

 Bartow Relief Video on 11Alive

  

 

National Day of Prayer in Cartersville, GA

There will be two prayer events this year:

1) 12:00 PM at the Courthouse. Ministers are asked to gather at 11:00 AM, at the annex (the old Cartersville First Baptist Church) and unify in prayer. The noon emphasis will be on uniformed public servants (law enforcement, fire fighters, etc.)

2) 7:00 PM at the Cartersville High School Stadium. The evening theme will be "I Am Second" (because Jesus is first). The highlight will be what God is doing among the teenagers in our area. This will be a special sacred assembly of God's people crying out to Him.

 

Courthouse: 135 W Cherokee Ave, Cartersville, GA 30120

Stadium: 320 E Church Street, Cartersville, GA 30120

 

Contact: Sara Raquel Ramos -- (770) 382-9489

 

These are only a few of the opportunities to help. If you know of others or your business or church are a drop off point, please send us the information by replying to this email and we will get it posted on our Facebook page and our website. 

 

 

Gob bless America and God bless Bartow County

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