Local pediatrician Dr. Bill's Kids is seeking donations of non-perishable food items for their "backpack project" which provides food to children who otherwise might not have anything to eat when not in school. Items sought include vienna sausage, packs of crackers, snack items. Donations can be dropped off at the office, 426 GA 26 in Cochran. Call (478)934-2874 for more information.

On 9/11, firefighter Stephen Siller, despite being off duty, attempted to answer the call once hearing about a plane hitting the north tower of the World Trade Center. He reached the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel but it'd been closed for security purposes. Stiller would walk one mile with his equipment to aid fellow firefighters, losing his life in the process. It was that selfless act that motivated Cochran Fire Chief Brock Wilicher to organize an event honoring him, and all those who responded on 9/11. He and fellow firefighter walked one mile from the station to Eastgate Plaza. Escorts include a fire truck, Cochran Police as well as emergency personnel from Heartland EMS.