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STORY 1: Cedartown Teen Shot in Drive-By. What We Know
Tyrel Deshun Spencer Jr., a 17-year-old from Cedartown, was shot in the arm during a suspected drive-by shooting while on the porch of a residence on Calhoun Avenue early Wednesday. Rome Police Department reports indicate Spencer was shot in the left forearm and right hand, with surveillance footage showing a white SUV passing by and firing seven shots towards the house. Initially providing a false name to police, Spencer later admitted his true identity and disclosed being wanted in Alabama for armed robbery. Investigators recovered 9mm shell casings and Spencer's bullets. He will face charges upon release from the hospital.
STORY 2: Resaca Teen Charged With Auto Theft
Dalton Kal-El Scuderi, an 18-year-old from Resaca, faces auto theft charges for allegedly refusing to return a 1996 GMC Sierra worth $2,500 to its owner on Sally Davis Road. According to Floyd County Jail reports, Scuderi is charged with felony theft by taking and is currently detained with a $3,500 bond.
STORY 3: Rome Man Charged With Trafficking Fentanyl
Alzie Ladell Tolbert, 59, was arrested in Rome on Cedartown Highway near Nowak Road for trafficking, possession with intent to distribute, and possession of fentanyl. Police found approximately 62 grams of fentanyl packaged in small bags. Tolbert remains in Floyd County Jail without bond as of Wednesday.
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STORY 4: Calhoun Woman's Club Honors Local Students
The Calhoun Woman’s Club recently held a meeting, focusing on celebrating achievements and giving back to the community. Officer Michelle McClelland announced three scholarships awarded to high school seniors, including Ivy Tate from Calhoun High School, Brock Clements from Sonoraville High School, and Itzayana Matute-Valdez from Gordon Central High School. The recipients, recognized for their academic and community contributions, each received a $1,000 scholarship. Additionally, local high school artists Glenda Ajpop-Ordonez, Kenya Perez, Ryan Wade, and Karen Velazquez were honored for their artistic accomplishments. The meeting also featured the installation of officers and the club receiving awards for their contributions to arts, culture, and the environment.
STORY 5: GNTC Nursing Graduate Receives Prestigious Professional Honor
Vanessa Elise Blackmon, a recent graduate from Georgia Northwestern Technical College, has earned an Associate of Science degree in Nursing. She also completed a two-year scholar’s certificate program at the Blue Ridge Area Health Education Center. Blackmon, employed as a Nurse Tech II, has a passion for emergency care and aims to serve rural communities with limited healthcare access. Her participation in the AHEC Scholars Program deepened her understanding of healthcare challenges and solutions. Blackmon's dedication and resilience have been recognized by her instructors and colleagues. The AHEC Scholars Program, part of the Georgia Statewide AHEC Network, provides students with multidisciplinary training, including hands-on clinical experience. Completing this program enhances students' readiness to address diverse health issues and serve underserved communities.
STORY 6: Bird Flu Has Spread to Dairy Cows
Avian influenza, previously affecting poultry, has now spread to dairy cows in nine states, but not in Georgia. The H5N1 strain of bird flu has affected 40 dairy herds since March, with a mild manifestation in cows. However, it can be transmitted through raw milk. Despite the low risk to the general public, the State Department of Public Health is monitoring both dairy and poultry farmworkers in Georgia for the virus. While avian influenza outbreaks occurred in Georgia two years ago, there were no human cases reported among the 117 people exposed.
STORY 7: "The Keeper" Film Gets Early Showing at The GEM
The GEM Theatre in Calhoun hosted an advanced screening of "The Keeper," a film based on the true story of George Eshleman and his Appalachian Trail journey, highlighting veteran suicide. Directed by Angus Benfield and Kendall Bryant Jr., the film aims to raise awareness about mental health issues among veterans. Eshleman, deeply involved in the production, expressed gratitude for the project's impact. The film prioritized accuracy, utilizing real locations and military expertise. Both Eshleman and Benfield hope the film encourages dialogue about veterans' struggles. The local screening was well-received, and the film will be released nationwide on Memorial Day Weekend.
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