MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Sept 30th
Publish Date: Sept 29th
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From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast
Today is Saturday, September 30th and happy heavenly birthday to NFL running back Jamal Anderson
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I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia.
Plus, Bruce Jenkins catches up with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss working for Ingles.
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STORY 1: Underwood named Cobb EMC board chairman
Rudy Underwood has been appointed as the Chairman of the Board of Directors at Cobb EMC, succeeding David Tennant. Cobb EMC is a member-owned electric cooperative with nine directors representing geographical districts across a five-county service area. Underwood brings over 30 years of experience in managing public affairs, public policy, and public relations issues with membership-based organizations. He currently serves as the Vice President of Government Affairs for the American Chemistry Council and has held leadership roles on various local, state, and national boards. Underwood holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in public and organizational communications from the University of Georgia.....…….Get more stories like this from mdjonline.com
STORY 2: Man gets 15 years for assaulting Acworth officer, motel guests
Kelly Michael Holcomb, a Georgia man, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, with the first 15 years to be served behind bars, for multiple felonies, including assaulting guests and a police officer at an Acworth motel. On December 17, 2022, Acworth police responded to a call about Holcomb, who was naked and attacking people at the Deerfield Lodge. Holcomb also attacked Officer Taneisha Palarche, knocking out one of her teeth and attempting to gouge her eyes out. He had also broken into a motel room and attacked a woman and a man. Holcomb admitted to using methamphetamine before the assault.
STORY 3: Government shutdown threatens to hit Georgians hard
With the threat of a government shutdown looming, Georgia Democrats are warning of the potential consequences, including lost paychecks for service members and federal civilian employees, interrupted Social Security and welfare benefits, and closed national parks. The U.S. Senate is debating a stopgap funding bill to prevent the shutdown, but a group of far-right House Republicans, including Georgia Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene and Andrew Clyde, is blocking efforts to pass a short-term spending bill. Democrats accuse these Republicans of risking Georgians' livelihoods in pursuit of their extreme agenda. The shutdown could affect service members, federal employees, seniors, and low-income families in Georgia.................…..(pause)
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STORY 4: 5 things to do this weekend in Cobb County
Looking for weekend plans in Cobb County? Here are five exciting events to check out. Sleepy Hollow Farm in Powder Springs offers fantastic fall activities for the whole family. Enjoy tractor rides, a corn maze, pumpkin patch, kids' games, farm animals, and more. General admission tickets start at $14, with prices varying based on group size and date. The farm is open from Wednesday to Sunday, but remember to arrive an hour before closing for admission. Acworth is hosting a Classic Car Cruise at Logan Farm Park on Saturday from 3 to 8 p.m. While the event is free for the public, there's a $5 entry fee for participating vehicles. All proceeds go to the Horizon Field, a special needs sports facility in Acworth. Don't miss trunk or treating and a costume contest! Join College Football Saturday at Smyrna Market Village, featuring a broadcast of the UGA vs. Auburn game on a massive LED screen. Enjoy a live DJ, cornhole, prizes, giveaways, and even American Axe Throwing. Admission is free, so bring your lawn chairs and soak up the tailgate atmosphere. Electric Avenue at the Avenue East Cobb on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. promises live music from local artists. Set up your spot in Central Boulevard, but please leave your coolers and outside beverages at home. Bring your own tailgate chairs for seating. Head to East Cobb Park on Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. for Music in the Park, sponsored by Wellstar Health System. It's an afternoon of free music and family fun you won't want to miss!
STORY 5: 2023 MPCS AP Scholars reach exceptional pass rate
A total of 81 students and recent graduates from Mount Paran Christian School have earned Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar Awards for 2023 due to their outstanding performance on AP Exams. In the past five years, this is the highest number of AP exams administered at the school, with 183 high school students taking a total of 403 exams. Impressively, 87% of AP students at MPCS received scores of 3 or higher. Seven subjects achieved a 100% pass rate, while six others had a pass rate of 90% or higher. Notably, two students, Claire Finch and Chelsea Parada, received perfect scores on their AP exam in Drawing, a feat achieved by only 308 students nationwide.
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And now here is Bruce Jenkins conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss working at Ingles.
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