Paulding County News Podcast Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
A local grade school teacher named Sean Splawski developed a program called "Eduscize" using a small technology grant, which combines movement and learning for students. The program involves wearable heart monitors that students wear while participating in activities. Splawski created this program in 2017 to address both the need for engaging learning methods and the rising obesity rates among young people. The program's kinesthetic learning model connects physical activity with learning, helping students stay interested and active throughout the day. Students enjoy the program and unknowingly learn important real-life skills such as creativity, collaboration, and communication...... This from WSBTV #Gadeschoolteacher #newprogram #smalltechnologygrant #movementandlearning #students #2017#engaginglearningmethods #growingobesityrate
Paulding County's junior wide receiver, Jayden Thomas, shared advice on facing defenders, emphasizing the importance of winning one-on-one battles. He referred to the wide receiver group as highly competitive and full of enthusiasm for the upcoming season. The Georgia native expressed his excitement and confidence for the approaching season...... This from News Break #pauldingcounty #junior #widereciver #facingdefenders #highlycompetative #georgianative #fullofenthusiasm #expressedexcitement #confidence #approachingseason
Atlanta Braves' second baseman Ozzie Albies exited the game during the 9th inning, replaced defensively by new acquisition Nicky Lopez. This move came after Ozzie displayed discomfort during an earlier play, where he grounded out and couldn't run properly. Although he walked off the field, his departure became apparent when Lopez took over in the 8th inning. Ozzie has a history of injuries, including a broken foot and pinky in 2022, as well as shoulder surgery that delayed his spring training start. The Braves struggled to replace him last season, using multiple players at second base with weak offensive and defensive production. An update clarified that Ozzie's exit was due to hamstring cramping, taken as a precautionary measure........ This from Braves Today #braves #atlantabraves #shouldersurgery #springtrainingstar #walkedofffeild #Ozzie #secondbaseman #brokenfoot #precautionarymeasure #hamstringcramps
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a tragic pedestrian traffic collision that occurred on the I-475 northbound overpass over Eisenhower Parkway. The incident took place just before 11:00 p.m. A 19-year-old male driving a Ford Mustang struck a 37-year-old male pedestrian who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are requesting witnesses or individuals with pertinent information to come forward and aid the investigation. They can be reached at 478-751-7500......... This from the Georgia Sun #bibbcounty #bibbcountysheriffsoffice #pedestianinjured #trafficcollision #I-475northboundoverpass #19yearoldmale #37yearoldpedestrian #pronounceddead #atthescene #walkingintheroadway #requestingwitnesses #requestingindividual #pertentinformation #canbereachedat #47877517500
The Georgia Bulldogs are on track to achieve a rare feat in college football history, aiming to win their third consecutive national title. This accomplishment hasn't been achieved in over 80 years. The Bulldogs have emerged as the premier college football powerhouse, overtaking Alabama. The last team to achieve a three-peat was Minnesota from 1934-36, while Yale did so from 1886-88. Despite changes in their team, coach Kirby Smart is leading a capable squad for another title run. While Georgia is the favorite, other strong contenders include Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan, USC, LSU, Florida State, and Clemson. The betting market is gearing up for the upcoming season with kickoff just a month away........ This from Sports Illustrated #collegefootball #godawgs #gobulldogs #UGA #UGABulldogs #kirbysmart #collegefootballhistory #emergedpremire #overtakingbama #thirdnationaltitle #notaccomplishedin80years
Fans of "Vampire Diaries" can now purchase collectibles and furniture featured in the show. Peachtree Battle Estates Sales and Liquidations is hosting an estate sale with wardrobe and props from various shows, including spinoffs like "Legacies" and "The Originals." Items from the Salvatore brothers' world will be available, allowing fans to show allegiance to Team Stefan or Damon. The sale lasts from Wednesday to Sunday, offering furniture from Mystic Falls High, rugs, lamps, and even the Salvatores' coffins. The series, which was largely filmed in Covington, Georgia, ran for eight seasons, with spinoffs contributing to 17 seasons' worth of items for fans to explore. The sale location will be announced on the company's website........ This from 11 Alive #vampirediaries #nowpurchasecollectables #collectablesandfurniture #hostinanestatesale #wardrobesandprops #wednesdaytosunday #salelast #covingtonga #8seasons #17spinoffseasons
Weather:
Another scorching heat week for this upcoming week. There is little to no chance of rain so you can expect all after-school activities to be in full swing. #sunny #sunnydays #playoutside #notrain #rainrainstayaway #footballaroundthecorner
Weird news:
In a surprising discovery, researchers from the nonprofit organization Ocearch tagged two great white sharks, named Simon and Jekyll, off the coast of Georgia in December 2022. Unlike the solitary nature typically associated with these feared ocean predators, the sharks displayed an extraordinary bond. Over several months, the scientists observed that Simon and Jekyll were moving in sync, traveling side by side for over 4,000 miles from the Atlantic Coast to Canada's Gulf of St. Lawrence. This behavior is unprecedented as great white sharks usually lead solitary lives. The sharks, both juveniles, weighed around 434 pounds and 395 pounds respectively. The researchers are investigating the possibility that they might be siblings, marking a groundbreaking finding in shark behavior...... This from the Georgia Sun #suprisingdiscovery #tagged2greatwhitesharks #simonandjeckyll #simon #jeckyll #movinginsync #travelingover4000miles #4000milestogether #bothjuveniles #one434pound #one395pounds #possiblysiblings
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From Paulding County Uncensored Facebook Page:
Events:
Tiny Totts party this Saturday at Sparkles from 10 AM- 12PM
This Saturday at 2PM at the Pigs and Peaches festival Cornhole Classic
This Friday at 6 is Dogs Day out for Food Truck Friday!
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