November 8th Podcast
Welcome to your Paulding County News Podcast. I’m Melissa Carter, along with Doug Harding. Mourning is underway for both a beloved Paulding County school teacher and high school soccer star, but first…
PC News
It was Election Day yesterday, and here are the results of the races held in Paulding County.
For Dallas City Council Ward 2, Candace Callaway took 53% of the vote, to Incumbent Michael Cason’s 47%.
For Hiram Mayor, Incumbent Frank Moran took 40% of the vote, while Dawn Veasley took in 34%, and Timothy Weaver 26%.
For Hiram City Council Post 2, Tiffany McCall-Carroll grabbed 60% of the vote, while Teresa Philyaw drew 40%.
And you voted to approve the renewal of the Paulding County School District’s ESPLOST.
PC News
Exciting news for Peach Pass users. The State Road and Tollway Authority has announced a game-changing partnership that will make your travels even smoother.
Starting now, Peach Pass users can access the E-Z Pass system in eight additional states, with more states set to join next year.
Peach Pass already works seamlessly with Florida's SunPass, E-Pass, and LeeWay, as well as North Carolina's QuickPass.
The newly added states include Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, and Rhode Island.
For those of you looking to join the Peach Pass community, visit www.PeachPass.com.
(11 Alive)
PC News
A tragic incident unfolds in Hiram as a man is arrested for the murder of his estranged wife, a schoolteacher in Cobb County.
According to the Paulding County Sheriff's Office, a domestic dispute turned deadly when Tyron Victor Lambert forced his way into the home of his estranged wife, Jasmyn Victoria Lambert.
Lambert threatened occupants with a gun, prompting a call to law enforcement. He fled the scene but returned, resulting in a fatal gunshot. Jasmyn Lambert, a 3rd grade teacher at Still Elementary School in Powder Springs was fatally wounded and pronounced deceased at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. Tyron Lambert faces multiple charges and is held without bond in the Paulding County Jail.
(Fox 5)
We’ll let you know about a GoFund Me account, to cover funeral costs for a former Paulding County high school student, as well as what some of you thought about a recent purse scandal in the area, but now let’s check the weather for Paulding County…
Weather
Sunshine and warm temperatures the next few days. High’s near 80 each day, with Low’s from the mid-40’s to the upper-50’s.
Arrest Report
A Paulding County woman is in hot water after being arrested for peddling counterfeit luxury goods, including bags, belts, and accessories.
Detectives from the Paulding County Sheriff's Office uncovered a trove of knock-offs, imitating high-end brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Fendi. These items were sold out of a home on Adelene Way and through an online store called Shine’s Boutique.
Gatekeeper Global, a security company, tipped off authorities, leading to the discovery of over 12,000 fakes valued at more than $11 million. Ashley Frank faces charges for dealing in counterfeit goods. All seized items will be destroyed.
(Fox 5)
State News
A tragic incident in south Georgia claims the life of a 21-year-old bartender from Paulding County. Brianna Long was shot and killed after her shift at The Pier Bar in Remerton around 2:30 a.m.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation revealed that an altercation led to the fatal shooting outside the bar, with multiple vehicles also hit. While closing down the bar, Long was shot and rushed to South Georgia Medical Center, where she tragically passed away.
A former Paulding County High School soccer star, Long was a Valdosta State University dental hygiene student completing clinical courses. The investigation continues. A GoFundMe has been set up to support her funeral costs.
(AJC/Valdosta Daily Times)
Sports
From the Paulding Sports Chronicles, congrats to all the cross country teams that ran for State in Carrollton last weekend!
North Paulding Boys came in 13th
North Paulding Girls were 16th
Paulding Country girls came in 25th
East Paulding Boys finished 27th
And the Paulding County High School Cheer Club is heading to State! They placed 9th at sectionals out of 24 coed teams, and will now head to Macon this weekend to compete against the top 16 coed teams in Georgia.
Odd Story
In a daring heist, four men have finally been charged with the theft of an 18-carat gold toilet from the ancestral home of Winston Churchill. Valued at $5.95 million, the golden toilet vanished in 2019. The Crown Prosecution Service has approved criminal charges against the men, aged 35 to 39, accusing them of burglary and conspiracy to transfer criminal property. The toilet, titled "America," was a satirical statement on wealth and was fully operational for public use, available for three-minute booked appointments. Despite extensive searches, the artwork remains missing, and its removal caused significant damage to the historic palace. The suspects are set to appear in court later this month.
(AP)
Events
PC News
Walmart is making shopping a more inclusive and comfortable experience. The nation's largest retailer has just announced "sensory-friendly" shopping hours, available every day across their stores nationwide.
Earlier this summer, Walmart tested sensory-friendly hours during back-to-school season, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. During these hours, stores will transform into a calm and soothing environment by changing TV walls to static images, turning off the radio, and dimming the lights where possible.
Starting this Friday, all Walmart stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico will offer sensory-friendly hours from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. with plans to continue indefinitely.
Walmart joins a growing list of retailers, performance venues, and attractions that are now offering sensory-friendly adjustments to cater to those with autism and other sensory-sensitive conditions.
(11 Alive)
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