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Georgia anti-gangs bill to become law July 1

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of June 27 Tuesday

Publish Date: June 26 Monday

 

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From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast

   Today is Tuesday, June 27th, and happy 54th birthday to actress Jennifer Anniston

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I’m Brian Giffin and here are the top stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia

  1. Georgia anti-gangs bill to become law July 1
  2. Canton parents awarded $32.5 million from city of Milton in wrongful death suit
  3. And Sixes Elementary School earns School Bell Award

Plus, Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets is here to talk with Bruce Jenkins about Farm raised Trout

 

We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast

   

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Story 1. gangs

 

Starting July 1, controversial legislation in Georgia will enforce mandatory minimum prison terms for gang recruitment. Senate Bill 44, supported by Governor Brian Kemp, requires judges to impose at least five years of imprisonment for recruiting gang members and harsher penalties for recruiting minors or individuals with disabilities. The bill received bipartisan support and is aimed at cracking down on gang activity in the state. Additionally, several other bills with bipartisan backing will become law, including measures related to hazardous waste cleanup, increased penalties for assaulting healthcare workers, allowing minors to sell certain goods without permits, and creating a program to preserve agricultural properties.

……… Read more on this story at tribuneledgernews.com

 

 

STORY 2: suit

 

A Fulton County jury has awarded a $32.5 million verdict against the city of Milton in a wrongful death case. The jury found the city liable for the death of Joshua Chang, who died in a single-car accident in 2016 when his car struck a planter on city property. Chang's parents were awarded the verdict, and they expressed their relief in holding someone accountable for their son's death. The accident occurred when Chang swerved off the road, possibly to avoid hitting an animal or object. Attorneys argued that the planter should not have been in the city right-of-way, and its presence prevented Chang from safely stopping his car. The city has the option to appeal the judgment.

 

Story 3: bell

 

Sixes Elementary School in Georgia has been awarded the School Bell Award by the Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals for its outstanding educational practices. The award recognizes schools that demonstrate excellence in curriculum and organizational leadership. Led by Principal Ashley Kennerly, Sixes Elementary received the award for its Teacher Toolbox professional development program. The program equips teachers with a diverse range of instructional tools to address individualized learning needs. The school's PTA provided support by funding additional classroom supplies. The school will be formally recognized at the association's Fall Principals' Conference, and the Cherokee County School Board and Superintendent will also acknowledge their achievement....….read more at tribuneledgernews.com

 

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STORY 4: mural

 

A new mural titled "Unite" has been unveiled at Boling Park's basketball court in Canton. City council members, along with local organizations and artist Rob Walker-Bunda, gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The project, which began last year, involved selecting Cherokee High School Junior Emily Hamilton's design that symbolizes unity within the community. With the assistance of city staff and Art in the Paint nonprofit, the mural was transferred onto the court. The artwork aims to bring positive energy and revitalize the park. Ongoing maintenance will ensure the mural remains vibrant despite regular use and weather conditions.

 

Story 5: three

 

Three deputies from the Cherokee Sheriff's Office in Georgia have successfully completed law enforcement training academies. Deputies Selina Abbott and Alyssa Sager graduated from the North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy, while Deputy Ryan Diloreto graduated from the Georgia Public Safety Training Center. Over the course of 11 weeks, they completed 408 hours of mandated police training as required by the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council. Sheriff Frank Reynolds administered the oath of office to the deputies, who are now assigned to the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center.

 

 

Story 6:  4th

 

Cherokee County residents have a number of options to celebrate Independence Day with various local events.

 

In Woodstock: The Star Spangled Pub Crawl takes place on July 1 in downtown Woodstock, offering food and drink specials from participating businesses.

 

Then there’s the First Baptist Church of Woodstock Community Party: On July 2, the church will host a community party with food trucks, music, inflatables for kids, and a fireworks display accompanied by live music from the Woodstock Worship Orchestra.

 

Check out Woodstock's July 4th Spectacular: The event includes the 26th Annual Woodstock Freedom Run, a parade, a festival with food, music, carnival games, arts and crafts, and kids' activities. The day concludes with a fireworks show at dusk behind the Lowe's shopping center.

 

There’s also the Canton Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks: The parade, organized by the Thomas M. Brady American Legion Post 45, starts at 6 p.m. on July 4 in downtown Canton. The city's annual fireworks show will take place at dusk on Riverstone Parkway.

 

Residents can participate in these events to celebrate Independence Day in Cherokee County.

 

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Story 7: Bell

 

And now, Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets talks with Bruce Jenkins about farm raised trout

 

***Leah***

 

Final thoughts after this

 

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