GA Good News: $1M Debt Erased, Chalk Messages, Impromptu Parade

GEORGIA — Among the bad news regarding the coronavirus, there is still some good news to be shared. This includes $1 million of medical debt forgiven, chalk messages spreading joy and an impromptu parade.

Marietta Grandmother Uplifts Community With Chalk Drawings

Marietta resident Kathy Wood is bringing smiles to the faces of neighbors near and far with her creative chalk drawings.

$1 Million In Medical Debt Erased For ATL Families By Church

Families from three counties in metro Atlanta are having their medical debt cancelled by a local church.

Firefighters Stage Impromptu Parade For Hospital: Coronavirus

County firefighters and paramedics staged an impromptu parade Wednesday for coronavirus healthcare workers at WellStar Douglas Hospital.

Kroger Customers Can Help Donate And It's Simple: GA Coronavirus

Kroger customers can now help with coronavirus relief efforts by rounding up their purchase to the nearest dollar.

Women Launch GoFundMe, Ship Masks From Mexico: GA Coronavirus

Two women launched a GoFundMe to raise funds to produce and ship face masks from Mexico to cities like Atlanta, New York City and more.

Jackson Healthcare Bringing 570 Health Professionals To GA

The state is working with Jackson Healthcare to bring roughly 570 additional healthcare professionals to health systems in Georgia.

12 Marietta School Buses Now WIFI Hotspots, Will Park Around Town

Marietta City Schools announced on Thursday that a dozen school buses have been fitted with internet routers with 5G cellular connections.

Girl Scout Donates Cookies To Police, Fire Crews: GA Coronavirus

Sheridan, 15, became inspired and decided to donate cookies to Atlanta police stations and firehouses under the strain of the coronavirus.

Canton Mayor Shares 'Signs Of Hope' In Community: Coronavirus

Canton-based Grant Design Collaborative, owned by Mayor Bill Grant, has created and produced a series of colorful, heartfelt lawn signs.

Here are more uplifting stories from Georgia this week:

• $500 Bonuses For MARTA Workers Says Agency: GA Coronavirus
• GA Transit Systems To Receive $500 Million To Stay Afloat
• Forsyth Libraries Offer Free WiFi, Online Programs
• ATL Girl, 9, Is Collecting Thank You Cards For First Responders
• Cornhole Vs. Coronavirus: Douglas Company Helps With Face Shields
• Buckhead Restaurants Donate Meals To Coronavirus Front Lines
• Smryna Community Programs Offer Assistance During Coronavirus
• Drake House, North Fulton Charities Receive Relief Funding
• Johns Creek Rep. Kausche Donates N95 Masks To GA Hospital
• Teacher Cuts Through Coronavirus With Messages On Kids’ Driveways
• GA Superintendent: 'Focus On Compassion Over Compliance'
• Lyft Pilot Program Delivers Food, Supplies To Those In Need
• Cisco Donates 330K N-95 Masks To Georgia: Coronavirus
• Southeastern Restoration Donates Gloves To Cherokee Fire
• Paulding Chamber Makes Face Shields For Hospital: Coronavirus