Calhoun Police Arrest Man After Armed Altercation
Authorities arrested 63-year-old George Edward Daniel on Wednesday following a parking lot dispute at the Calhoun Lodge. Police say Daniel, reportedly intoxicated, allegedly brandished a firearm and threatened a victim. Daniel was taken into custody after officers secured a search warrant for his residence. His juvenile son was unharmed. Charges include Disorderly Conduct, Aggravated Assault, Obstruction, and Cruelty to Children (3rd degree).Hamilton Medical Center Names New Chief Medical Officer
Ricardo Perez, DO, JD, FACOI, has been appointed chief medical officer at Hamilton Medical Center. Perez previously served as regional chief of hospital medicine at Jefferson Health–East Region in New Jersey. In his new role, he will oversee clinical quality, hospitalist services, accreditation, and performance improvement. Perez is fluent in Spanish and brings a background in both medicine and law.Good Samaritan Ministries Celebrates New Location
Good Samaritan Ministries of Gordon County held an open house at its new facility on 200 Short Street in Calhoun. The larger space will allow the nonprofit to expand its services, which include emergency financial assistance for utilities, groceries, medical expenses, and clothing. The event highlighted the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting families in need.
