MDJ Script/ Top Stories for August 18th friday
Publish Date: Aug 17 thursday
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From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast
Today is friday August 18th and happy 66th birthday to actor Dennis Leary
***Leary***
I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia
1. Brookhaven parks director arrested in Cobb during underage sex sting
2. Cobb school board members mum in teacher book case
3. And Cobb tax bills issued with payments due Oct. 15
Plus, Brian Giffin will have a Cobb Sports Report, Powered by Powers Electrical Solutions
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 sting
Patrick Nalley, the former director of Brookhaven Parks and Recreation, has been arrested in Cobb County for allegedly attempting to meet a person he believed to be a 14-year-old girl. Nalley is charged with enticing a child and obscene internet contact with a child. He had recently relocated to Georgia for the Brookhaven job and had been parks director for about three months before his arrest. Nalley was taken into custody during an underage sex sting operation in Marietta, where he contacted an undercover police officer. The city of Brookhaven promptly fired Nalley upon learning of his arrest due to concerns for public safety.
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Story 2: mum
The Cobb County Board of Education is still reviewing the transcripts of former teacher Katie Rinderle's fair dismissal hearing, where Superintendent Chris Ragsdale sought to fire her for reading a gender-themed book to her class. Three board members are still evaluating the case, one declined to comment, and the remaining three didn't respond to requests for comment. The tribunal, after a two-day hearing, voted against Ragsdale's recommendation to fire Rinderle. The tribunal's findings will be submitted to the board, which will vote on whether to reinstate her. The book "My Shadow is Purple" sparked the controversy, but the board's decision is awaited.
Story 3: tax
Cobb Tax Commissioner Carla Jackson has announced that 2023 property tax bills have been issued to residents and businesses in Cobb County, with payments due by October 15th. A total of 269,795 tax bills amounting to $1.183 billion have been calculated. The city of Mableton was included in this year's tax calculation, along with the Homeowners Relief Tax Grant, offering over $60 million in tax savings. Payments can be made online, by phone, or through mail. Payment drop boxes are available at multiple locations. For inquiries, residents can contact tax@cobbtax.org or visit cobbtax.org for further information on tax bills.…..(pause)
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STORY 4: home rule
A Cobb County Superior Court judge has ruled that a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Cobb County's "home rule" Board of Commissioners map can proceed. The county's attempt to have the case dismissed was denied. However, Judge Ann Harris ruled that Commissioner Keli Gambrill, the original plaintiff, lacks standing to sue. Two Cobb residents, Catherine and David Floam, were added as plaintiffs and were found to have standing. The case will continue with the Floams as the only plaintiffs. The lawsuit centers on the county's use of home rule powers to redraw district lines, affecting voters' representation.
STORY 5: diesel
At the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History, a lecture by Kennesaw State University history professor Albert Churella explored the transition from steam-powered to diesel-powered trains and its impact on the railroad industry. Churella discussed how many railroad executives resisted the switch to diesel engines, leading to their decline in the industry. The transition was driven by companies like the Electro-Motive Division of General Motors and General Electric, which recognized the value of diesel technology. Churella's lecture highlighted the importance of managerial culture in driving technological change. Attendees found the lecture accessible and informative about the progression of rail technology.
Story 6: commish
Republican Cobb Commissioner Keli Gambrill's lawsuit to uphold the Cobb redistricting map has taken a new turn. The lawsuit challenges the adoption of a new map by Democratic Commission Chairwoman Lisa Cupid and her allies, which drew Democratic Commissioner Jerica Richardson out of her district. Gambrill's attorney, Ray Smith III, has been indicted in a separate legal matter involving Donald Trump and others attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia. Despite this, Gambrill continues to have Smith represent her in the redistricting battle. Gambrill asserts that the Democratic majority on the Cobb Board of Commissioners acted on the advice of county attorneys in enacting home rule powers to redraw the maps. The legal case is ongoing, and there are differing opinions about Smith's involvement and its impact on the lawsuit.
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Story 7: Sports
And now, Leah McGrath, corporate dietician at Ingles Markets talks with Bruce Jenkins about foods for swollen feet
***Leah***
Back with final thoughts after this…..
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