2020 Local Heroes To Remember Across Georgia

Sandy Springs GA

30 December, 2020

12:20 PM

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GEORGIA — As 2020 comes to an end, we leave behind a year for the books. One part of 2020 that will not be overshadowed is the local heroes across the nation that have stepped up to help in any way they could. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories. Throughout the year, readers have submitted heroes from their towns that deserve recognition. When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times. Here are some of the most memorable local heroes submissions from across Georgia. Canton Hero: Northside Hospital Employee Keeps Staff Well-Fed - Katherine Duckett was nominated as a Patch Local Hero after she spearheaded coordinating food delivery at Northside Hospital Cherokee. Local Hero: Roswell Firelabs Transitions To Making Face Shields - William Strika was nominated as a Patch Local Hero after his business, Roswell Firelabs, switched normal operations to make face shields. 'They Care So Deeply For Those They Serve': Roswell Heroes - North Fulton Community Charities' annual Back to School program distributed backpacks filled with school supplies to over 900 children this year. 'He Sacrifices His Life To Always Help Someone': Woodstock Hero - This Woodstock Police Officer has a big heart and is an inspiration, especially to young people. 'She Would Give Her Life For Another To Survive': Canton Hero - She has overcome quite difficult situations in life and continues to advance towards her goals and dreams!!! 'She Has Been Heroic During This Pandemic': Forsyth County Hero - She has been heroic during this pandemic organizing an incredible food operation. I don't know the numbers, but they are very impressive. 'She Has Not Let Coronavirus Stop Her Fundraising': Forsyth Hero - Grace is only 17 and has not let coronavirus stop her from fundraising for childhood cancer research Gwinnett Teen Makes Masks To Raise Money For Cancer Research - Prielle began using her babysitting money to purchase materials for the masks and has since raised nearly $3,000. 8-Year-Old Named Local Hero For Volunteer Work: Johns Creek Hero - She developed her own service project called Birthday Bags, where she provides a "party in a bag" to underprivileged children in our community. Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across Georgia here.