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From the Ingles Studio this is The Northwest Georgia News Podcast from the Rome News Tribune, Calhoun Times, Catoosa Walker News, and Polk County Standard
Today is Saturday, August 16th, and happy 60th birthday to actor Steve Carel
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I’m Brian Giffin and here the stories Northwest Georgia is talking about presented by Drake Realty
Dalton man charged with stealing truck
Ranger man killed in Cartersville wreck
And Rome to lower leak protection fee, OK coverage of recycling deficit
Plus, Leah McGrath is here to talk with Bruce Jenkins about foods for swollen feet
the US dept. of Agriculture on that same topic
These stories and more are coming up in today’s edition of the Northwest Georgia News podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe!
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STORY 1: shootout
Jeremiah Eugene Barry Golden, a 19-year-old from Dalton, was arrested on charges of felony theft by taking a motor vehicle and theft by receiving. He allegedly stole a Dodge 2500 pickup valued at over $1,500 from a residence on Sunflower Place. The vehicle was found abandoned in the woods off Turner Road, and it is reported that Golden had no intention of returning it. As of Monday afternoon, he remained in Floyd County Jail without bond......…….get more info at northwestgeorgianews.com
STORY 2: killed
Steven Craig Herndon, a 50-year-old Gordon County resident, died in a two-vehicle crash on Georgia Highway 62 at Ellis Road in Cartersville, Bartow County. The incident occurred when Herndon's red Nissan truck, traveling south on Highway 61, crossed into the left northbound lane and collided head-on with a Ram truck. Both vehicles rotated and came to a rest. Herndon died at the scene, while the Ram truck driver was taken to Piedmont Cartersville for treatment. Further details are pending the release of a complete incident report.
STORY 3: leak
The Rome City Commission is set to approve a lower monthly charge of $1.50 for water customers enrolled in the leak protection program, down from $1.65. The program, which helps address hidden water usage issues, provides up to two adjustments annually, each up to $1,000, to address sudden water bill spikes caused by issues like running toilets or water heater leaks. Meanwhile, the Rome Floyd Recycling Center continues to run at a deficit, with the city covering the shortfall. Qualifications for six open seats on the Rome City Commission are also set to begin, with candidates needing to reside in the respective wards for which they are running.
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STORY 4: housing
The Rome City Commission unanimously approved funding for a two-year rapid rehousing pilot program aimed at assisting individuals transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing. The program, a partnership between Northwest Georgia Housing Authority and United Way of Rome and Floyd County, intends to move shelter graduates to sustainable housing through financial and social counseling. The city will provide around $710,000 for the program from American Rescue Plan Act funds. If successful, the collaboration will seek federal grants and corporate sponsorships for ongoing support. While Floyd County has not yet committed, Commissioner Bill Collins emphasized the city's greater homeless population and advocated for the funding. Additionally, the commission approved $400,000 for an ECO Center renovation project and emphasized unity after a recent contentious meeting.
STORY 5: name
The baseball team currently known as the Rome Braves, the High-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, is changing its name after 20 years. The team is inviting community members to submit suggestions for the new name, aiming to create a unique and regionally significant identity. Fans have seven days to submit their ideas through the team's website or by mail. The name change follows ownership and management changes in recent years, including the sale of the team and the arrival of a new general manager. The decision to change the name is in line with other minor league affiliates of the Atlanta Braves.
STORY 6: gulf
The Shorter Hawks football program is gearing up for the upcoming seasons with a focus on their final year in the Gulf South Conference. The team plans to make the most of the 2023 season, aiming for a conference title before transitioning to becoming an NCAA Division-II independent in 2024 and joining Conference Carolinas in 2025. Despite back-to-back 3-8 seasons in 2021 and 2022, the Hawks have shown progress with a strong offense and defense. The team is driven to capitalize on their potential, with a deep and talented backfield and experienced linemen leading the way. The Hawks aim to finish their time in the Gulf South Conference on a high note before embarking on their new journey in the coming years.
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Story 7: LEAH
And now, Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets talks with our Bruce Jenkins about foods for swollen feet
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We’ll have closing comments after this
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