MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Nov 4th
Publish Date: Nov 3rd
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I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia
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STORY 1: Second Man Arrested for Street Race That Killed 15-Year-Old
An 18-year-old man, Caleb Evan Hasty, was arrested in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on August 26 in south Cobb, Georgia. The crash resulted in the death of a 15-year-old passenger. Hasty was the second person arrested in connection with the incident. The crash allegedly involved two cars, a 2001 Ford Mustang driven by another 18-year-old, Garrett Tyler Betts, and a 2009 Pontiac G8 driven by Hasty. Both drivers are accused of racing at speeds of 100 mph in a 45-mph zone. The Mustang lost control, causing a collision with a tree, resulting in the death of the passenger and serious injuries to Betts. Hasty is charged with vehicular homicide, speeding, reckless driving, and racing on highways and streets. He is currently in custody without bond.
STORY 2: Marietta Man Arrested in Stabbing at Motel 6
Samir Bennett, a 23-year-old Marietta man, is facing charges of stabbing another man with a kitchen knife and resisting arrest. The incident occurred on September 28 at a Motel 6/Studio 6 in Marietta, where Bennett allegedly stabbed the victim in the left middle side of his abdomen and threatened him with the knife. He was subsequently arrested on September 29 at 5 a.m. and charged with aggravated assault with a weapon, possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of a crime, and obstruction or hindrance of law enforcement. Bennett is currently in custody without bond.
STORY 3: 4 Sentenced for 2021 Drive-by Shooting in Cobb
Four men, alleged gang members, have been sentenced for their involvement in a 2021 drive-by shooting in south Cobb County, Georgia. Their sentences range from four to 13 years after pleading guilty in Cobb County Superior Court. The gang members include Nicholas Poole, James Daniels, Bryce Dowell (members of the "2Solid" gang), and Thomas White (a member of the "Good Product Team" gang, who allegedly ordered the shooting from prison). A fifth suspect, Thomas Williams, who was allegedly the getaway driver, has not been arrested. The case involved shootings in Atlanta and Cobb County in 2021, injuring bystanders and causing property damage. The investigation revealed connections to gang activity and the use of contraband cell phones in prison. The gang members pleaded guilty to various charges, including violations of the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act, aggravated assault, and property damage charges. They received prison sentences and probation as part of their sentences.
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STORY 4: 'The Secret's Out': Mayor Says Rising Home Prices Show Mableton's the Place to Be
Mableton, Georgia, a recently established city with a population of over 75,000, has reported over $1.4 million in revenues since officially becoming a city on June 1. Despite its limited time as a city, Mableton has remained debt-free and has spent approximately $130,000. The city's housing market has been on the rise, with Forbes reporting the highest year-over-year increase in median home prices among Georgia cities at 19.9%. The median home price in Mableton increased from $339,950 to $407,500 over the past year, attracting more people to the area. Mayor Michael Owens emphasized the need to improve residents' quality of life through city services. While the charter outlines services such as code enforcement, zoning and planning, sanitation, and parks and recreation, Mayor Owens suggested evaluating additional services to benefit the community.
STORY 5: Visit Marietta's Holiday Logo up for a Vote
The 2023 Winter in Marietta Logo Design contest has four finalists, and voting is underway. Organized by Visit Marietta and the Marietta Arts Council, the winning design will be featured on merchandise sold at the Marietta Welcome Center’s gift shop. People can cast their votes by liking or commenting on the designs posted on Visit Marietta's Facebook and Instagram pages until November 6. The winning design options include depictions of local landmarks like the Big Chicken, Kennesaw Mountain, and more. The designs reflect the spirit of the winter season in Marietta, Georgia, and offer a chance for local artists to showcase their creativity.
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STORY 6: Austell, Mableton and Powder Springs Name Citizens of the Year
Austell, Mableton, and Powder Springs honored their citizens of the year at the Cobb Chamber of Commerce’s South Cobb Area Council meeting. Delores Powell, founder and executive director of the Cool Kids Committee, received the Austell Citizen of the Year Award for her work in gang and bullying prevention among at-risk youth. Christopher Boyd, a pastor and general manager of the Riverside EpiCenter, was named the 2023 Mableton Citizen of the Year for his commitment to making south Cobb a better place and offering various community services. Laurie Wong, founder of the nonprofit Reflections of Trinity, received the 2023 Powder Springs Citizen of the Year award for combating food insecurity through service and education.
STORY 7: Mableton Mayor Invites Residents to Comment on Spending Plan
Mableton Mayor Michael Owens invites residents to attend and comment on an upcoming public hearing about the city’s transitional spending plan. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA 30168. Owens said the plan is publicly available and may be retrieved by emailing Mableton’s city clerk at: clerkhiott@gmail.com.
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