MDJ Script/ Top Stories for July15th Saturday
Publish Date: July 14 Friday
Commercial: Henssler :15
From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast
Today is Saturday July 15th and happy 67th birthday to guitarist Joe Satriani
***Satriani***
I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the 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.
Commercial : CUofGA
STORY 1: kickoff
The District Leadership Kickoff took place at Harrison High School's Performing Arts Center, signaling the start of preparations for the upcoming 2023-24 school year. Superintendent Chris Ragsdale and Chief School Leadership Officer Dr. Jasmine Kullar addressed educational leaders, emphasizing Cobb County School District's priorities of creating the best learning environment, simplifying teaching and learning methods, and utilizing data for decision-making. The event also introduced changes in leadership positions, with Sherri Hill becoming Cobb's new Chief of Staff and Dr. Kullar assuming her previous role. Additionally, 13 new school principals were appointed, and Q&A profiles of several principals were made available. The event celebrated the commitment to student success and the collaborative effort required to achieve it................……... Read more about this at mdjonline.com
Story 2: redetermination
Since the expiration of the federal public health emergency in April, nearly 100,000 Georgians have lost their Medicaid coverage, according to the state Department of Community Health (DCH). As part of the year-long process of reassessing eligibility for Medicaid recipients, Georgia began processing renewal applications for over 216,000 individuals in June. Out of these, 64,423 were renewed, while 95,578 lost their coverage. The majority of those who lost coverage were terminated due to procedural reasons, with the DCH lacking the necessary information to determine eligibility. Approximately 57,000 renewal applications are still pending. The DCH aims to complete the redetermination process for all Medicaid enrollees in Georgia by May 2024.
Story 3: s cobb
Cobb County is currently overseeing a $30 million road improvement project on South Cobb Drive in Smyrna. The project aims to enhance non-vehicular movement along the corridor, including pedestrian paths and roadways. Plans include raised medians, bus stops, and multi-use paths for pedestrians and cyclists. The Cobb Board of Commissioners approved an agreement allowing Smyrna to pursue federal funding for the project. Smyrna has already allocated $17 million from its special-purpose local-option sales tax and the Atlanta Regional Commission. Smyrna will contribute $17.5 million in local funding, with oversight from Cobb County, until Smyrna receives certification from the Georgia Department of Transportation to sponsor the project. The city plans to seek citizen input and start construction in 2025 or 2026.
we’ll be right back
Break: ESOG - Dayco – Elon
STORY 4: race
John Cristadoro, a Republican candidate for Cobb Board of Education Post 5, has reported raising nearly $30,000 in campaign contributions. He received about $18,000 in contributions and loaned himself $10,000 through June 30. Cristadoro is competing for the seat currently held by Republican David Banks, who has not yet announced his reelection bid. Democrat Laura Judge, a gun safety activist and leader of the watchdog group Watching the Funds - Cobb, is also running in the race and reported $9,255 in campaign contributions. The primary is scheduled for May 21, 2024, and the general election for November 5, 2024.
STORY 5: library
The Cobb Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a grant application for the Cobb County Public Library to fund a 5,000-square-foot expansion of the South Cobb Regional Library. The grant, totaling $2 million, would supplement the $1.2 million already committed by the county for the expansion. The grant is from the Board of Regents of Georgia Public Library Services. The planned upgrades include a larger community room with updated audiovisual equipment, a computer lab, a bigger caregiver/children's room focused on early childhood literacy, and an expanded teen space. The expansion aims to improve services and cater to the library's growing community needs.
Story 6: 340k
Cobb County Republican commissioners JoAnn Birrell and Keli Gambrill expressed their opposition to a study of procurement disparities in the county at a recent commission meeting. They disagreed with allocating $342,000 to consultant Griffin & Strong for examining purchasing practices. While they voted to approve the consent agenda, both commissioners voiced their opposition. Commissioner Birrell argued that the county could review its purchasing office without a consultant's assistance, citing previous reports on awarded contracts. Commissioner Gambrill added that small businesses often lack the resources to contract with the county and believed that existing data should already provide insight into the diversity of contracts....………we’re back, in a moment
Break: Drake- Ing 7- UMC 30
Story 7: hank
The Atlanta Braves will observe Hank Aaron Week from July 25-30 to honor the life and legacy of the legendary player. The week will feature community-building initiatives and culminate in celebrations at Truist Park when the Braves face the Milwaukee Brewers on July 28. The Hank Aaron Invitational showcase game, which includes the top 200 high school-aged players from across the US, will take place on July 30. Selected players will participate based on their performance during the preceding week at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex in Florida. The Braves will also commemorate Aaron's impact as a player, executive, and entrepreneur during their series against the Brewers, with proceeds from the Atlanta Braves Foundation's 50/50 Raffle supporting the Henry Louis Aaron Fund to promote diversity in baseball.
Story 8: lassiter
Angela Brunner, the coach of the Lassiter girls lacrosse team, has been named the 2023 Cobb County Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year. In her 10th year as coach, Brunner led the team to an 11-8 record, the state quarterfinals, and an Area 2 championship. She emphasizes building a culture of excellence, starting with the youth program and involving high school players as coaches. The team was led by seniors Caitlin Gavin and Ava Menna, who will continue their lacrosse careers in college. Despite their departure, the team has promising players like freshman Sophia Hortman and sophomore Lacey Scherholz. Brunner also serves as the director of the Atlanta Storm Lacrosse Club, fostering a sense of rivalry and respect among players from various teams in the area
Story 9: cooper
Sharife Cooper, the former Auburn basketball player, showcased his skills during the NBA Summer League, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 101-97 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Cooper scored 27 points, shooting 8-of-12 from the field and 9-of-11 from the free-throw line. Despite not having a regular spot on an NBA roster yet, Cooper remains focused on his performance and is grateful for the opportunities he has been given. After playing with the Atlanta Hawks' G League affiliate, Cooper had a successful season with the Cleveland Charge, averaging 22.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 6.9 assists, and making the All-G League second team. At 22 years old, Cooper is using his experience to guide younger players and is determined to make his mark in the NBA.
We’re back with final thoughts after this
Break: Fern-Ted’s - Henssler 60
Signoff-
Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal podcast. Read more about all our stories, and get other great content at MDJonline.com. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
www.henssler.com www.ingles-markets.com www.cuofga.org www.esogrepair.com www.daycosystems.com www.drakerealty.com www.fernbankmuseum.org www.unitedmilitarycare.org www.elonsalon.com
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
