MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Sept 14th
Publish Date: Sept 14th
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From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast
Today is Thursday, September 14th and happy heavenly birthday to Jesse Owens
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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: Ragsdale Senior Property Tax Exemption
Superintendent Chris Ragsdale, the Cobb County Superintendent, delivered a speech at the Kiwanis Club of Marietta where he touched on two key points. Firstly, he highlighted that Cobb County offers a property tax exemption for residents aged 62 and older. Here is discussing the tax exemption:
*Ragsdale 1*
STORY 2: Ragsdale Truist Park Economic Impact
Superintendent Ragsdale also discussed the substantial economic impact generated by Truist Park. Here he is discussing its significance in the local community:
*Ragsdale 2*
STORY 3: Activists to rally at school board; Mayor Tumlin on school books
Left-wing activists Jennifer Susko and Michael Garza, along with others, are organizing a "Replace Ragsdale Rally" ahead of the upcoming Cobb school board meeting. They have been critical of Superintendent Chris Ragsdale and the Republican majority on the board during public comment sessions, even creating a Facebook page to promote their event. The group accuses Ragsdale of various offenses and plans to rally outside the district office at 3:30 pm before attending the board meeting. Cobb school board member Randy Scamihorn defended Ragsdale, describing the group as "a vocal few" reacting strongly to decisions made by the superintendent and staff. The Cobb GOP issued an email alert urging members to attend the board meetings to support Ragsdale. Scamihorn highlighted the district's high teacher retention rate and recognition as one of Georgia's best employers. He also addressed Susko's claim of an HR executive's past misconduct, emphasizing the importance of redemption and forgiveness for mistakes made decades ago..........…..(pause)
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STORY 4: Home Depot CEO touts company's innovation and growth before Cobb Chamber
Ted Decker, CEO and Chairman of Home Depot, shared insights about his 23-year career with the company at a Cobb Chamber of Commerce luncheon. He discussed the company's growth from its founding in 1979 to having over 2,300 stores across North America and employing over 475,000 people. Decker emphasized the importance of great people in driving Home Depot's success and the company's commitment to letting employees explore diverse career paths. He also mentioned the significance of maintaining a strong corporate culture, particularly the inverted pyramid leadership model. Decker highlighted the company's focus on innovation, both in terms of online presence and products, and its continued competitiveness in the market. He advised small business owners to understand their target market, prioritize customer satisfaction, maintain liquidity, and seek inspiration from successful companies like Chick-fil-A and Delta Airlines.
STORY 5: Cobb commission cancels land swap deal meant to protect Dobbins Air Reserve Base
The Cobb County Board of Commissioners has voted to terminate a land swap agreement with developer Venture Communities, which could potentially lead to the construction of condominiums within the accident potential zone of Dobbins Air Reserve Base. In a controversial 2021 vote, the commission approved rezoning for a condo development in the accident zone despite objections from Dobbins, the Cobb Chamber of Commerce, and the county's Planning Commission. The land swap agreement approved in January 2022 was meant to resolve the issue, but the commission has now decided to terminate it. Encroachment by development remains a significant concern for the base's viability, and discussions with the developer are ongoing to find a resolution that complies with FAA guidelines.
STORY 6: Marietta school board to superintendent: 'Remove sexually explicit material from our district'
The Marietta City Schools Board of Commissioners is taking action to address sexually explicit content in school media centers. They plan to issue a directive to Superintendent Grant Rivera, requesting the removal of material deemed "obscene, pornographic, not age-appropriate, and without substantive historical or academic value." The directive aims to ensure content aligns with the district's educational goals and community standards. It also calls for staff training, a review process for library books, and a system for reporting potentially explicit materials. Superintendent Rivera has outlined steps to monitor content, including policy reminders and oversight of book purchases. Both actions come after the removal of controversial books from Marietta High School's library. The board emphasizes that it is not a book ban but a measure to remove explicit and inappropriate content.
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STORY 7: Marietta man gets life in prison for child molestation
A Marietta man, Jason T. Haygood, has been sentenced to life in prison plus 25 years after being found guilty by a Cobb County jury on multiple child molestation charges. Haygood was convicted of three counts of aggravated child molestation, one count of aggravated sexual battery, two counts of child molestation, and related charges. The abuse occurred over a ten-year period from 2010 to 2020, starting when the victim was just four years old. The victim's testimony, along with evidence obtained during a police search warrant, corroborated the allegations. The sentencing judge highlighted the depravity of Haygood's actions in abusing and grooming the victim. The trial team, law enforcement, and jury were commended for their efforts in bringing Haygood to justice.
STORY 8: Police: 2 stabbed at Coca-Cola Roxy over weekend
A Cartersville man, Oskar Tapia Gonzalez, has been arrested by the Cobb County Police Department for allegedly stabbing two men from Tustin, California, at the Coca-Cola Roxy in The Battery Atlanta after a Saturday night concert. The victims, aged 27 and 31, suffered multiple stab wounds and were hospitalized. First responders and bystanders provided initial care before they were transferred to WellStar Kennestone Hospital. The suspect, described as a Hispanic male wearing a beige floral shirt and blue jeans, was apprehended near a Shell gas station on Windy Hill Road. Gonzalez has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault and is currently held at the Cobb County jail with a $20,000 bond and an Immigration and Customs Enforcement hold. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the police………….…Back with final thoughts after
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