CTL Script/ Top Stories of August 12 Saturday
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Today is Saturday, August 12th, and happy 84th birthday to actor George Hamilton
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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. 911
Freedom Middle School experienced a temporary lockdown due to a false 911 call reporting a student's serious injury. The Cherokee County School District confirmed that the call was incorrect and stated that safety is a priority. During the lockdown, the school's interior and exterior doors were locked, and students remained in their classrooms. The district assured families that they take safety threats seriously and encourage reporting through their Vector Alert system, which accepts reports anonymously. The incident led to a delay in bus dismissal and a Code Yellow lockdown for the Liberty Elementary After School Program.
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STORY 2: audit
An internal audit by the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) revealed that over $105 million in penalties, fees, and assessments collected over the past decade were withheld from the state treasury. The funds, relating to administrative fees, interest fees, and employer penalties, were transferred to the treasury as required by law. These funds had been withheld during the tenure of former Labor Commissioner Mark Butler. The audit, dated August 4, does not accuse the GDOL of fraudulent activity but points to a legal dispute over the agency's right to retain the money. The audit emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability. State and federal agencies are involved in an ongoing investigation into the matter. The current Labor Commissioner, Bruce Thompson, aims to restore transparency and cooperation within the agency.
Story 3: dates
Cherokee County cities have announced qualifying dates for the upcoming municipal elections on November 7. Canton, Woodstock, and Waleska are among the cities with seats set to expire. In Canton, positions for council seats in multiple wards and the mayoral seat are expiring. Qualifying will be held at Canton City Hall from August 21 to August 23, with fees based on a percentage of the position's annual salary. In Woodstock, council seats in several wards are expiring. Qualifying will take place at the Woodstock Annex from August 21 to August 23, with a set fee for council qualification. In Waleska, city council and mayoral seats will be up for election, with qualifying having already taken place at City Hall.
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STORY 4: 10k
Woodstock Marine veteran and business owner Carrie Roeger, co-owner of Semper Fi Bar and Grille, has been honored with the Arthur H. and Mary E. Wilson Top Venture Impacting Veterans Award by Disabled American Veterans (DAV). She received the award, along with a $10,000 prize, during the 2023 DAV and Auxiliary National Convention. Roeger, a Marine veteran herself, co-owns the restaurant with her husband, Ralph Roeger. Their establishment has provided a supportive space for veterans to share their stories while contributing to the local economy. The award has spurred them to open their first franchise location, Rally Point Grille, aiming to offer veterans a pathway to restaurant ownership.
Story 5: library
Reinhardt University's Hill Freeman Library and Spruill Learning Center has appointed Shannon Gibson as its new director of library services. Previously overseeing the Acworth campus library at Chattahoochee Technical College, Gibson aims to support both students and faculty, emphasizing the value of the library's resources, both physical and online. With a background of over seven years as a librarian at the Salvation Army Training College in Atlanta, Gibson is excited to contribute to Reinhardt's positive environment and plans to modernize research methods and refine the collection. She aims to ensure the library remains a vital resource for the university community's needs.
Story 6: pta
Three Cherokee County School District schools – Clark Creek Elementary School STEM Academy, Free Home Elementary School, and Mill Creek Middle School – have been honored with the National PTA School of Excellence award. This recognition highlights successful collaborations between local PTAs and schools to enhance family engagement and support students. These schools are among only 302 nationwide and 29 in Georgia to receive this two-year title. The award emphasizes the crucial role of parent engagement in student success. The schools' efforts over the past year, driven by PTAs and school leadership, have earned them this prestigious recognition.
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Story 7: Tort
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced his intention to advocate for tort reform in the upcoming session of the General Assembly. Speaking at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce's annual Congressional Luncheon, Kemp highlighted the need to address laws that facilitate frivolous lawsuits against businesses in the state, leading to increased insurance costs and hindering job creation. While proponents, including insurance companies and business groups, have supported tort reform for years, opponents, such as trial lawyers and legislative Democrats, argue that proposed legislation favors insurers over victims of accidents and malpractice. Kemp plans to work with lawmakers to reduce insurance premiums and create a fairer legal environment in the 2024 legislative session.
Story 8: Waters
The Kansas City Royals dominated the Boston Red Sox with a 9-3 victory at Fenway Park. The Royals' offense was strong, collecting 15 hits, including home runs from Etowah Alum Drew Waters, MJ Melendez, and Michael Massey. Waters went 3 for 5 with two RBIs, and several Royals players recorded multiple hits. Starting pitcher Brady Singer threw 6 2/3 innings, allowing three runs and five hits while striking out the Red Sox batters. Adam Duvall hit a solo home run for the Red Sox, but their offense was relatively quiet. The Royals improved their season record to 37-78, with Waters' notable performance including a two-run homer. Water started slowly this season and battled some nagging injuries, but has heated up of late.
Story 9: Ranked
Two-time defending national champions, the Georgia Bulldogs, have secured the top spot in the 2023 preseason coaches poll, receiving 61 out of 66 first-place votes. The Bulldogs are set to kick off their season against Tennessee-Martin. Michigan ranks second, its highest preseason ranking in the coaches poll's history. Alabama takes the third spot, followed by Ohio State at fourth. LSU claims the fifth position, making the SEC responsible for three of the top five slots. The Big Ten has three teams in the top 10, with a total of four in the top 25. The Pac-12 also has representation in the poll with five teams.
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