MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Dec 28th
Publish Date: Dec 27th
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From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.
Today is Thursday, December 28th, and Happy 68th Birthday to actor Denzel Washington.
***12.28.23 - BIRTHDAY - DENZEL WASHINGTON***
I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.
Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss vitamin C.
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 subscribe!
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STORY 1: Douglasville Man Accused of Shoplifting Over $4K in Apple Products From Target
Omari Fonteno, a 20-year-old Douglasville man, is accused of stealing over $4,000 in Apple products from a Target store in Marietta. Fonteno allegedly assisted an unknown individual in stealing the products between November 21 and December 8. The theft involved placing items in lower value boxes or a Target bag without scanning them during checkout. He is charged with theft by shoplifting of items greater than $500. Fonteno was arrested on December 8, booked into the Cobb County Adult Detention Center, and later released on a $3,000 bond.
STORY 2: Bridge Over I-75 to Ease Kennesaw Traffic
The South Barrett Reliever project in Kennesaw, a $50 million, three-phase initiative, is progressing, with a 450-foot bridge being a significant part of the third phase. The bridge, part of a $43 million segment, spans Interstate 75 and leads to a new roundabout behind the Home Depot on Roberts Road. The overall project aims to reduce traffic on Barrett Parkway by around 20%. The first phase was completed in 2010, the second in 2018, and the current phase is expected to conclude by the end of 2024. The project has received funding from various sources, including Cobb special-purpose local-option sales tax, Atlanta Regional Commission, and the State Roadway and Toll Authority.
STORY 3: Marietta Visitors Bureau Seeks Feedback on Perceptions of Marietta
The Marietta Visitors Bureau is conducting an online survey until January 5 to gather public feedback on how people perceive the city of Marietta. The survey aims to identify Marietta's strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement in tourism marketing and promotion. The bureau is in the process of rebranding the city's tourism identity and seeks input to match the new brand with the Marietta community's identity. This marks the first time the Marietta Visitors Bureau has conducted such a survey, and the results will serve as a benchmark for Marietta as a destination. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete and is available at bit.ly/YourPerceptionsOfMarietta.
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STORY 4: Cobb Legislators Talk Private School Vouchers with Chris Ragsdale
A partisan divide over private school vouchers was evident at a Cobb Legislative Delegation meeting. State Senators Jason Esteves (D-Atlanta) and Ed Setzler (R-Acworth) expressed their opposing views on vouchers and questioned Cobb Superintendent Chris Ragsdale on the matter. Ragsdale emphasized concerns about vouchers, stating they often fail to cover private school tuition fully and that families targeted for help might lack transportation. Esteves questioned the potential impact on education funding and indirect funding loss for Cobb schools. Setzler argued that only state funds, not local, would be directed to private schools under the proposed voucher system.
STORY 5: Marietta Proper Wine Bar Set for Jan. 2 Grand Opening
Marietta Proper, a new wine bar and cafe on the Marietta Square, is set to open in 2024. The restaurant, located at the former site of Hamilton Jewelers, is undergoing soft openings in preparation for its public opening on January 2. Marietta Proper offers an eclectic menu inspired by various influences, featuring cocktails, wine, and whiskey. The establishment has a lounge area, electronic wine dispenser, and an art deco design. The soft openings aim to fine-tune the restaurant's offerings and service. Marietta Proper is expected to contribute to the upscale entertainment district on the Marietta Square.
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STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH
And now here is Bruce Jenkins’ conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss vitamin C.
STORY 7: LEAH INTERVIEW
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