MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Sept 1
Publish Date: Aug 31
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From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast
Today is Thursday August 31st and happy 76th birthday to musician Barry Gibb
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I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia
1. Atlanta man accused of threatening judge and prosecutor
2. Smyrna inmate accused of sharpening a utensil into point
3. And a Marietta woman stole plants from Pike Nurseries
All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subcribe!
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STORY 1 threats
Andrew Thurston Murphy, an Atlanta man, has been charged with intimidation or obstruction of jurors or court officers for allegedly sending threatening emails related to a criminal case. The 39-year-old is accused of emailing threats to the judge, prosecutor, and others involved in the case. The emails contained explicit threats and racially charged language. He was arrested on August 15 and is facing charges including stalking aggravated, 13 counts of terroristic threats, and two counts of intimidation or obstruction of jurors or court officers. Murphy remains in custody on a $1,000 bond. The incident occurred at an address in Marietta, and Murphy's emails contained threats against various individuals linked to the case.
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Story 2: utensil
Cesar Gonzalez-Rodriguez, a 24-year-old McDonough man, has been charged with possessing a prohibited item for inmates after allegedly sharpening a utensil into a pointed edge while in a holding cell at the Smyrna jail. The incident occurred between August 9 and August 10. Gonzalez-Rodriguez was arrested on August 11 and charged with items prohibited for possession by inmates - warden's authorization. The sharpened utensil, originally meant for meals, was confiscated by Smyrna jail staff. He was released on a $6,500 bond after being booked into the Cobb County Adult Detention Center.
Story 3: pike
Laura Imbach, a 44-year-old Marietta woman, has been charged with second-degree burglary for allegedly breaking into and stealing items from Pike Nurseries. Imbach is also accused of loitering and prowling at the same location on August 7. A security guard identified her from security camera footage as someone resembling the individual involved in previous burglaries. After conducting a search warrant on Imbach's vehicle, stolen solar lamps from Pike Nursery were found. Further investigation revealed that she had taken multiple pots and plants from the nursery on multiple occasions. Another search warrant at her residence uncovered approximately 30 pots and plants with Pike Nursery labels and barcodes. Imbach was arrested on August 10, charged with card theft and burglary, and released on $15,000 bond.....…..(pause)
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STORY 4: dui
Joanne Hughley, a 55-year-old Smyrna woman, has been charged with DUI, obstruction, and other offenses. She is accused of driving a white Volvo XC60 unsafely and failing to maintain her lane on August 9 on Franklin Gateway. Hughley also allegedly ran red lights and reversed her vehicle into a police officer's patrol car when attempting to flee from the police. She showed signs of impairment, including slurred speech and confusion, and resisted arrest, striking an officer and requiring physical force to be handcuffed. After being detained, she exhibited strange behavior during a urine test. Hughley faces charges including failure to maintain lane, traffic control violations, obstruction, fleeing or attempting to elude, and DUI - drugs. She is in custody on a $5,000 bond.
STORY 5: burn
Wellstar Health System's inpatient burn unit at Wellstar Cobb Hospital, established a decade ago, has grown to encompass 16 beds and around 70 staff. The burn center, one of only three in the state, provides specialized care for patients with burns and soft tissue injuries. It offers comprehensive medical and surgical treatment to help patients recover and regain functionality. The center is planning to expand by adding eight more beds. The burn unit employs innovative treatments, such as using virtual reality headsets combined with pain medication for patients in pain. The center sees nearly 700 patients annually, including adults and children, with various types of burns.
Story 6: ranks
Wellstar Health System's inpatient burn unit at Wellstar Cobb Hospital, established a decade ago, has grown to encompass 16 beds and around 70 staff. The burn center, one of only three in the state, provides specialized care for patients with burns and soft tissue injuries. It offers comprehensive medical and surgical treatment to help patients recover and regain functionality. The center is planning to expand by adding eight more beds. The burn unit employs innovative treatments, such as using virtual reality headsets combined with pain medication for patients in pain. The center sees nearly 700 patients annually, including adults and children, with various types of burns.
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Story 7: ksu
Ugonna Nwoha, a 6-foot-3, 255-pound defensive lineman, didn't start playing football until his junior year of high school. Despite his lack of experience, he earned an all-county honorable mention in his senior year, recording 62 tackles and three sacks. He walked on at Kennesaw State University and has since made significant progress. As the new season approaches, Nwoha is on top of the depth chart and poised to make his first collegiate start. He's focused on improving his fundamentals and technique while adjusting to the college game's intensity. Nwoha, a cyber security major, is excited to showcase his effort and secure a consistent spot in the defensive rotation.
Story 8: Title
Mount Paran Christian secured their third consecutive Cobb County volleyball championship by defeating Hillgrove in a best-of-five championship match. After sweeping through earlier matches, Mount Paran faced a challenge from Hillgrove in the finals. After winning the first set, Hillgrove came back to win the second, forcing a decisive third set. Mount Paran ultimately prevailed with a 15-10 win, aided by Alexis Stubbs' five-point serving run. Key players for Mount Paran included Kaitlyn Moran, Sarah Schwartz, Shelby Harris, and Alexis Stubbs. The victory marked Mount Paran's sixth consecutive win and seventh win in their last eight matches. Hillgrove's 11-match winning streak was broken with this championship loss. North Cobb and Allatoona tied for third place in the tournament.
Story 9: Tie
In a game against Calhoun, Claire Lussier of Mount Paran Christian pitched six innings, allowing six hits and recording strikeouts, resulting in a 2-2 tie. Shelby Brown contributed a hit and drove in both runs for the Eagles. Other players like Maddie Penley, Shayna Suttles, Marian Collins, and Ruby Collins also had hits. The Mount Paran team, with a record of 8-0-2, has a scheduled Region 6AA game against North Cobb Christian this coming Tuesday.
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