MDJ Script/ Top Stories for June 17th Saturday
Publish Date: June 16th Friday
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From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast
Today is Saturday June the 17th and happy 47nd birthday to country star Blake Shelton
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I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the top stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia
Plus All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.
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STORY 1 15 years
Octavious Ricardo Ward, a man from Union City, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during a felony. The charges stem from a shooting incident that occurred in south Cobb in May 2022. Ward followed the victim home from work, demanding access to the victim's mailbox key. When the victim refused, Ward shot him twice in the back before fleeing the scene. The victim suffered serious injuries, with the bullets still lodged in his spine. Ward was apprehended two days later, and evidence, including the weapon and clothing, was found in his vehicle. The judge characterized the crime as an unprovoked and unnecessary attack. Read more about this at mdjonline.com
Story 2: hospitalized
A motorcyclist named Brian Jackson from Marietta was involved in a crash on Wednesday night that resulted in life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred on Powder Springs Street when Jackson's motorcycle collided with the side of a Dodge Ram pickup truck. The pickup truck had pulled out of a parking lot and entered Jackson's path while making a left turn. Jackson, who was riding an eastbound 2022 Kawasaki ZX636, struck the driver's side of the pickup and was ejected from his motorcycle. He was then transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital for treatment. The Marietta Police Department is conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash and requests anyone with information to contact Officer N. St. Onge…..for more on this story, visit mdjonline.com (ON-jee)
Story 3: ncc
Dan Novick has been appointed as the principal of the middle school at North Cobb Christian School (NCCS) starting the next school year. With 23 years of experience in education, including 16 years in secondary administration and 15 years as a high school coach, Novick emerged as the top choice after a nationwide search. He most recently served as the principal of John Sedgwick Middle School in Washington, where the school achieved notable accomplishments. Novick's leadership skills, passion for working with middle school students, and commitment to Christ-centered education were highlighted during the selection process. Novick's wife, RandaLyn, will also join NCCS as a member of the Admissions team. Novick expressed excitement about joining NCCS and being part of a great team dedicated to creating a positive educational environment..….we’ll be right back
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STORY 4: School board
During a Cobb Board of Education meeting, questions were raised about changes to a rule regarding teacher leave. Darryl York, the district's policy and planning director, clarified that while specific religious holidays are not recognized in the school calendar, teachers can take personal days for any reason, including religious holidays. Board member Becky Sayler expressed concern that requests for leave around holidays close to school breaks might be denied. Nichelle Davis, another board member, inquired about the process for selecting administrative changes. York explained that administrative divisions review their rules annually, and changes are made when required by legislation or other factors. The Student Code of Conduct was also discussed, including updates related to Title IX. York differentiated between board policies and administrative rules, emphasizing that the latter are proposed by administrators for transparency and are not subject to board voting.
STORY 5: vision
Vision To Learn has added eight July dates to its summer break calendar for mobile clinics at Cobb County Public Library locations. The program provides free eye exams and prescription glasses to students aged 5-18. Last year, nearly 400 exams were conducted, resulting in over 250 students receiving glasses. Registration is required, and space is limited. The clinics are a collaborative effort between Vision To Learn, Cobb County Public Library, and Learn4Life. The dates and locations for the July clinics are provided, and interested parents and caregivers are urged to act quickly to secure appointments. Funding for the clinics was approved by the Cobb County Board of Commissioners. For more information, visit cobbcat.org, visiontolearn.org, or l4lmetroatlanta.org.
Story 6: unemployment
Georgia's unemployment rate increased slightly in May to 3.2% after remaining at 3.1% for the previous nine months, according to the state Department of Labor. However, Georgia's jobless rate was still half a percentage point lower than the national unemployment rate of 3.7%. Despite the uptick, the number of jobs in the state reached an all-time high of 4.9 million, with sectors such as private education and health services, leisure and hospitality, and financial activities setting records. First-time unemployment claims decreased by 6% from April, but were up 43% compared to May 2022. Over 122,000 job listings were available online, with healthcare, sales, and business management among the top occupations listed.
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Story 7: riverlands
The Chattahoochee RiverLands project aims to transform the Chattahoochee River into a connective tissue that brings communities together. Walt Ray, the Trust for Public Land's Chattahoochee program director, presented the plans for the project, which aims to create a network of parks and trails along a 100-mile stretch of the river. The project's goals include creating a safe and connected corridor, a shared space for everyone, an ecological refuge, and a legacy for future generations. The initial phase, a three-mile demonstration project from Mableton Parkway to Veterans Memorial Highway, has a budget of $44 million, with $18 million being raised privately. The project has received support from elected officials and aims to be completed by 2026. The project is expected to bring economic development while preserving the natural green spaces and wildlife along the river.
8: saboor
Marqavious Saboor, safety for Kell High School, announced his commitment to the University of Cincinnati and the Big 12 Conference. Saboor, weighing 170 pounds and standing at 6 feet tall, had multiple offers from Power Five schools, including Florida, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Kentucky. He chose Cincinnati and will join the Bearcats under coach Scott Satterfield. Saboor expressed his gratitude towards his family, friends, and coaches in a video announcing his commitment. Despite his commitment, he remains focused on his upcoming senior season at Kell, aiming to help the Longhorns win their first-ever state championship.
9: fisher
Kennesaw Mountain High School has hired Brian Fisher as its new boys basketball coach. Fisher, a former graduate of the school, has been working as an assistant coach at Allatoona for the past two seasons. He replaces Eric Blair and will be the third head coach in the program's history. Fisher, who played Division I basketball at Winston-Salem State University and had a professional career overseas, is excited to give back to the community and work with the student-athletes. He aims to establish a defensive identity, build structure, and focus on both on-court success and the personal development of his players. Fisher will also be teaching special education at Kennesaw Mountain.
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