CTL Script/ Top Stories of July 8 Saturday
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Today is Saturday, July 8th, and happy 62nd birthday to country singer Toby Keith
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I’m Brian Giffin and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia
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Story 1. council
Canton City Council members are reviewing a proposed budget of over $82 million for the fiscal year 2024. The budget represents a $2.37 million increase from the previous year, with the general fund seeing a $3.5 million increase. Key allocations include additional funding for the Canton Police Department, parks department, and interfund transfers for the Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services contract. The budget also includes a cost-of-living allowance increase of at least 4.9% for sworn employees. The proposed budget outlines various city projects and initiatives, such as road construction, park development, and infrastructure upgrades. The property tax rate is expected to remain unchanged at 5.4 mills...……… Read more on this story at tribuneledgernews.com
STORY 2: smoke
The Holly Springs City Council is considering amendments to the zoning ordinance that would regulate CBD stores and smoke shops in the city. The proposed changes include defining CBD and/or tobacco specialty stores and specifying permitted uses and conditional uses for these businesses. City staff recommends requiring general commercial zoning for these establishments, with council approval. They also propose establishing certain distance requirements, such as being at least 1,000 feet from religious institutions, day care centers, and schools, and at least 5,000 feet from similar businesses. The council will vote on these amendments and discuss other requests, including annexation and rezoning, at their upcoming meeting on July 17.
Story 3: blackshear
The University of Georgia (UGA) has sold its largest undeveloped parcel on Lake Blackshear for $18.5 million to an undisclosed buyer. The proceeds from the sale will benefit UGA's Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. The university received the 2,500-acre property as a donation in 1989 and has used it for timber and hunting. The sale will create three separate funds: one for modernizing campus facilities, and two endowments to provide ongoing support for research, projects, and graduate student recruitment. UGA's dean of the Warnell school expressed satisfaction with the outcome, stating that the funds will be transformative for the school's future endeavors.
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STORY 4: siblings
Two siblings from Holly Springs, Maura Zaccagnino and Romano Zaccagnino, who are attending Kennesaw State University, have been awarded $1,000 scholarships from La Società Italiana per Successo Scolastico, Inc. These scholarships are given to students of Italian descent with the aim of promoting learning and involvement in Italian culture. Both Maura and Romano are pursuing bachelor's degrees in mechanical engineering at KSU.
Story 5: 98k
The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) has been awarded nearly $100,000 in grants from the Georgia Department of Education for various school projects. The CCSD received $98,919 in Opportunity Grants, with the majority of the funding, $86,519, designated for mathematics. Additional grants were provided for science, Advanced Placement teacher mentoring, digital media and literacy, and social studies. The grants will support school-based projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing education in these subject areas. Twenty-six CCSD schools, including Bascomb Elementary School, Holly Springs Elementary School, and Mountain Road Elementary School, were among the recipients of the grants. Superintendent Brian Hightower expressed gratitude to the teachers, principals, and district staff for their efforts in securing the grants.
Story 6: tennis
Cherokee County had a successful showing in high school tennis, with seven teams making it to the state tournament and five advancing past the first round. The Creekview girls team returned to the playoffs for the first time since 2018, while the Sequoyah boys team made it for the first time since 2017. Both teams displayed strong teamwork and determination. The standout seniors for Sequoyah were Michael Strommen, Brock Freeman, Brayden Bailey, Brett Bailey, and Austin Whittle. The Creekview girls were led by senior Lyla Malecki, who earned a chance to play college tennis at Reinhardt. Woodstock's boys team, led by Brad Bohannon, Matthew Court, and Charlie Welch, also reached the second round of the playoffs. Overall, the county's tennis programs showcased improvement and competitiveness.
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Story 7: hancock
Sequoyah High School's Jackson Hancock, a talented football player, has committed to the University of Missouri, making him the latest Cherokee County athlete to join the competitive Southeastern Conference (SEC). Hancock, a versatile player known for his impact on both offense and defense, received multiple offers before choosing Missouri. He is excited to test himself against top-level competition in the SEC. As a key player for Sequoyah, Hancock aims to lead his team to a state championship in his final high school season. He expressed gratitude to his support system for helping him reach this point in his football career.
Story 8: Thornton
Kolton Thornton, a pitcher for Etowah High School, has committed to playing collegiate baseball at Andrew College. Standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 195 pounds, Thornton played a significant role in Etowah's success during the 2023 season. Despite starting the season with a few challenges, the team rallied together and advanced to the Class AAAAAA final four. Thornton's dedication and perseverance paid off as he achieved his lifelong dream of playing college baseball. He looks forward to joining Andrew College and benefiting from their developmental program. Thornton credits his coaches and teammates for the memorable journey he experienced at Etowah High School.
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