GA News Podcast – East Metro for Sunday, 12/17 – Published Friday 12/15
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Today is Sunday, December 17th, and Happy 76th Birthday to actor Eugene Levy.
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Story 1: Teen Killed By Alleged Drunk Driver was Harrison High Student
Cobb County School District has identified Olivia Pugh, a 17-year-old senior at Harrison High School, as the victim in a fatal car accident last week. Jerome Lee Cox, a 68-year-old man from Powder Springs, has been charged with vehicular homicide after reportedly striking Pugh with his car. The incident occurred around 8:20 p.m. on Ben King Road in Kennesaw. Pugh was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in critical condition and succumbed to her injuries on Sunday. Cox, who admitted to drinking three beers at a holiday party, declined a voluntary breath sample and blood draw. The investigation is ongoing.
Story 2: Rome Woman Charged With Second-Degree Vehicular Homicide in Motorcycle Collision
A Rome woman, Kathleen D. Wilson, has been charged with second-degree vehicular homicide and failure to yield following a collision that resulted in the death of 19-year-old Daniel Eddy on December 6. Eddy, a Rome native, died from blunt force trauma sustained in a collision with Wilson's Jeep Compass as she turned into a restaurant parking lot. Wilson faces misdemeanor charges and was booked into the Floyd County Jail. Eddy, known for his love of working out and Chick-fil-A, worked as an installer for Carter’s Environmental Services.
Story 3: Marietta School Board Bans 23 More Books
The Marietta Board of Education voted 6-1 to remove 23 books deemed "sexually explicit" from the Marietta High School library, with one member opposing. Superintendent Grant Rivera's decision to deny a parent's appeal of removing "Me and Earl and the Dying Girl" was upheld. Despite public opposition, the board emphasized a focus on sexually explicit content during the review, rejecting claims that themes related to race and LGBTQ issues were targeted. The list includes books like "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" and "13 Reasons Why." Rivera acknowledged the divisive nature of the decision and defended considering academic value during the review.
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Story 4: Georgia's 65+ Population Climbed to 15.1% Since 2012
The United States is experiencing a significant demographic shift toward an aging population. Factors such as a declining birth rate and increased life expectancy contribute to this trend. The Baby Boomer generation, comprising over 75 million individuals, is reaching their 60s, further driving the growth of seniors in the population. This aging population poses challenges to the economy, labor force, and government budgets. Similar aging trends are observed in other developed economies like Germany and the United Kingdom, with Asia, particularly Japan and China, experiencing even more dramatic shifts. The Northeastern U.S., including Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, stands out for the rapid growth of their 65-and-over population. Georgia's 65+ population has grown by 44.1% from 2012 to 2022, reflecting the broader aging trend in the country.
Story 5: Georgia, Alabama Bury Hatchet in Chattahoochee River case
Georgia and Alabama have reached an agreement to settle a long-standing legal dispute over water allocation from the Chattahoochee River Basin. The deal involves the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers considering a unique proposal to operate dams and reservoirs to meet minimum water-flow objectives at specified locations along the Chattahoochee. Alabama, in return, will drop a lawsuit challenging the Corps' operations. The agreement aims to provide both states with assurances regarding water supply during droughts. If adopted after a public-comment period, the proposal could address water supply issues for metro Atlanta at Lake Lanier, benefiting both states.
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Story 6: Bulldogs Could Lose Top Commit Dylan Raiola
Dylan Raiola, a 2024 football commit for Georgia, is rumored to be considering flipping his commitment. Raiola, a 5-star QB, initially committed to Ohio State before switching to Georgia. Now, there are speculations that he might flip again, this time to the Nebraska Cornhuskers, where his father played and his uncle coaches. Although there's no official confirmation, reputable sources have suggested the possibility. With early signing day approaching, Georgia's coaching staff is working to retain Raiola. The rumors surrounding Raiola's commitment are expected to persist until he officially signs, and his final decision remains unconfirmed until then.
Story 7: Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger renews push to ban noncitizens from voting
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is urging the General Assembly to pass a constitutional amendment preventing non-U.S. citizens from voting in the state's elections. Raffensperger emphasized the increased importance of this measure due to a recent surge in illegal immigrants crossing the southern border. He pointed to ongoing lawsuits, such as the one by the Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda, challenging citizenship verification in voter registration. Raffensperger's proposal seeks to safeguard elections from foreign interference and maintain the integrity of voter rolls. A similar constitutional amendment faced opposition from Democrats in the 2022 legislative session.
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