EAST METRO Top Stories for Jan 4th
Publish Date: Jan 3rd
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From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to The Community Podcast. This Podcast brings you the top stories from the Rockdale-Newton Citizen and the Morgan Citizen.
Today is Thursday, January 4th and Happy heavenly birthday to NFL coach Don Shula.
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I’m KEITH IPPOLITO and here are your top stories presented by Drake Realty.
Plus, Bruce Jenkins’ conversation with Leah McGrath on from Ingles Markets on Superfoods.
These stories and more are coming up in today’s edition of the Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton, and Morgan Counties! Please like, follow, and subscribe.
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STORY 1: Man shot in both legs in Walmart parking lot
In Covington, Georgia, a man, Christopher Joseph Scott, was shot in both legs after an altercation with a woman and her son at a Walmart on Salem Road. The woman was involved in an altercation with Scott inside the store, after which Scott left. In the parking lot, the woman's son, identified as David Ruffin Jr., confronted Scott and allegedly shot him in each leg during the altercation. A responding deputy provided aid to Scott until medical assistance arrived. Ruffin was detained and taken to jail. Scott has been released from the hospital, and warrants for simple battery have been issued against him.
STORY 2: County passes qualifying fees for upcoming 2024 local elections
Morgan County, Georgia, is gearing up for local elections in 2024, with open races for commissioner seats in Districts 3, 4, and 5, Board of Education seats in Districts 1, 2, and 3, Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, Probate Judge, Magistrate Court Judge, Clerk of Superior Court, and Coroner. The retiring Sheriff, Robert Markley, has sparked interest, with several candidates vying for the position. County Commissioners Ben Riden, Philipp von Hanstein, and Bill Kurtz, along with Board of Education Members Cheryl Bland, Joe Slaughter, and Brad Hawk, are up for reelection. Qualifying fees range from $113 to $2,123, calculated as 3% of the base salary for each position.
STORY 3: Rockdale County Development Authority Board Offers 'Wheels of Progress' to Community Youths
The Development Authority of Rockdale County, led by Chairman Dr. Stephen Boyle, organized a heartwarming bike giveaway for local primary school students in Conyers. This inaugural event aimed to bring joy and symbolize the authority's commitment to a vibrant community. Bikes were donated to children at Peeks Chapel Elementary, Hightower Trail Elementary, and Sims Elementary. The initiative aligns with the authority's vision of fostering economic development through collaboration, innovation, and workforce development. The program, viewed as a turning point, represents the authority's commitment to future community-focused initiatives in Rockdale County in 2024.
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STORY 4: Morgan County Commissioners elect new chairman and vice chairman
The Morgan County Board of Commissioners elected Commissioner Bill Kurtz as the 2024 Chairman and Commissioner Blake McCormack as the Vice Chairman. Kurtz, representing District 5, is a retired banker with extensive experience on local boards. He emphasizes orderly growth, quality development, and fiscal responsibility for Morgan County. McCormack, who joined the BOC in 2023, aims to bring transparency and awareness to county affairs. He advocates for town halls to address citizens' concerns and ensure open communication. The new leadership will play key roles in guiding Morgan County's development and addressing community needs.
STORY 5: Atlanta Comedian and Actor Visits Conyers Boys and Girls Club
Actor and comedian Chris Tucker hosted a holiday party and giveaway for members and staff at the A.R. Gus Barksdale Boys & Girls Club in Conyers. Through his non-profit organization, The Chris Tucker Foundation, Tucker provided free shoes, clothes, and gift cards to middle and high school students. The event aimed to bring joy to the community during the holiday season, with Tucker expressing gratitude for the opportunity to meet and support the local youth. Board member Angela Campbell noted the teens' excitement and gratitude for the initiative.
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STORY 6: Interview
And now here is Bruce Jenkins’ conversation with Leah McGrath on superfoods.
STORY 7: LEAH INTERVIEW
We’ll have closing comments after this.
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Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Community Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Gwinnett Daily Post, the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties, or the Paulding County News Podcast.
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