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ONE RECORD. THOUSANDS OF LIVES. GEORGIA FUNDRAISER AIMS TO TRANSFORM CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE IN LIBERIA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/21/26

Family Fun Night, Community Celebration, and Historic Golf Marathon to Raise Funds for LIVE2540 Children’s Healthcare Programs

Local golfer Mike Woodard will attempt to break the current world record for the longest continuous game of golf, playing for more than 37 consecutive hours to raise awareness and funds for life-saving children’s healthcare programs in Liberia. Hosted by LIVE2540, a Georgia-based nonprofit providing healthcare access to vulnerable children in West Africa, “The Record” aims to raise $150,000 to support treatment for children suffering from malaria, typhoid, dysentery, malnutrition, and other preventable illnesses. The event will kick off with a community Family Fun Night featuring live music, family activities, games, food, and opening remarks before Woodard begins his historic attempt.

WHO:

  • Mike Woodard, World Record Attempt Participant
  • Daryl Roberts, Founder, LIVE2540
  • LIVE2540 Leadership Team
  • Community Sponsors and Supporters
  • Local Families and Community Members

WHEN:
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Family Fun Night: 5:00 PM
Opening Ceremony / First Tee-Off: 6:00 PM
World Record Attempt Begins: 6:00 PM
Media Interviews Available: Time TBD / Avails flexible based on media needs
Record Completion Expected: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 8:00 AM 

WHERE:
Cartersville Country Club
1310 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SE, Cartersville, GA 30120

WHY IT MATTERS:
While this event centers around a world-record golf attempt, the mission extends far beyond the course. According to LIVE2540, just $38 can provide healthcare for a child suffering from common but potentially life-threatening illnesses. Through local partnerships and healthcare initiatives in Liberia, the organization has helped provide medical care to more than 25,000 children and delivered over one million malnutrition supplements. The event seeks to raise awareness about the global healthcare crisis facing children in underserved communities while inspiring local residents to become part of the solution.

ELEMENT BY WESTIN CARTERSVILLE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/12/25

It’s all about comfort at the Element by Westin new Cartersville, Ga location! John and I recently headed just 30 minutes north of Atlanta to check out the new Element hotel located in Emerson, Ga next to the Lake Point Sports Complex and only minutes from Downtown Cartersville.

When you walk into the bright lobby, you’re reminded of home, large plush couches and chairs with three distinct spaces to spread out. Think comfort from calming colors, warm and cozy fabrics to name a few. They also have a snack wall and provisions, some bikes if you would like to use them, an outdoor pool for the warm months, and a fitness room.

Upstairs, relax and unwind in a crisp and clean room. You’re greeted with a white, comfortable bathroom with glowing vanity and mirror, wood elements, and a nice large shower. In the main space, the large king bed is the focal point with wood accents, warm lights and a calling teal blue accent wall. You also have a small reading area and a wood paneled wardrobe and wet bar combo!

On the 5th floor is their restaurant and bar, Skyline bistro. They have a great view of the playing fields from their patio, and the sunset on sunny days. They have a full menu, but we were blown away by their cocktail presentation. Their spicy margarita is tangy and spicy with the rim flavor of your choice but smoked and presented in a dome! Then, couldn’t get over the Umpire smoked old fashioned served in a chest, opened to reveal smoke, and handed to you.