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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 19th, and happy 34th birthday to QB Kirk Cousins
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I’m Brian Giffin and here the stories Northwest Georgia is talking about presented by Drake Realty
Georgia Supreme Court removes suspended judge from Court of Appeals
Additional charges filed for man accused of driving down train tracks during police chase
And 2 killed in I-75 crash in Gordon County
Plus, Leah McGrath is here to talk with Bruce Jenkins about foods for swollen feet
the US dept. of Agriculture on that same topic
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STORY 1: removed
The Georgia Supreme Court has unanimously removed Judge Christian Coomer from the state Court of Appeals due to his misuse of campaign funds and dealings with a client prior to becoming a judge, which were found to undermine public confidence in his integrity. Coomer, a Republican and former state legislator, was appointed to the Court of Appeals in 2018 and later elected to a full term. The Judicial Qualifications Commission recommended his removal after a three-month hearing, citing his relationship with a client he continued to represent and his acceptance of loans from the client. The court's ruling prevents Coomer from holding a judicial office for seven years.......…….get more info at northwestgeorgianews.com
STORY 2: filed
James Colby Ray, a Lindale man, is facing additional charges for auto theft and entering multiple autos, along with previous charges related to fleeing police. Ray was arrested after attempting to evade a traffic stop, driving recklessly on train tracks, running red lights, and eventually fleeing on foot. Methamphetamine and scales were found on him. He now faces charges related to entering five vehicles on July 19, stealing items worth over $1,500, including flashlights and money. He's also charged with stealing a Dodge Ram pickup, tools, and credit cards on July 20, and stealing a 2008 Range Rover on July 23. Ray is currently in jail without bond.
STORY 3: killed
A crash on Interstate 75 in Gordon County involving two tractor trailers and a 2016 Kia Sorento, resulted in the deaths of two individuals. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m Thursday. on I-75 Southbound near mile marker 308. Troopers from Georgia State Patrol responded to the scene. The preliminary investigation revealed that a tractor trailer hauling a lift was on the shoulder of the road due to a mechanical issue. The Kia Sorento was acting as a pilot car and waiting behind the tractor trailer. When both vehicles re-entered the road, a second tractor trailer struck the Kia Sorento from behind, causing a collision with the first tractor trailer. The second tractor trailer overturned down an embankment. The driver of the second tractor trailer suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The State Collision Reconstruction Team is investigating the incident.
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STORY 4: gbi
Scott Dutton, a Calhoun native, has been appointed as the assistant director of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). With 32 years of experience at the GBI, Dutton will assist Director Chris Hosey in overseeing investigative, scientific, information, and administrative services. Dutton began his career in law enforcement as a deputy with the Gordon County Sheriff's Office in 1985 before joining the GBI as a special agent. He held various roles within the GBI, including serving as deputy director in command of the Investigative Division. Dutton is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and has been appointed to lead the GBI's Assistant Director role.
STORY 5: 10.3
Approximately 3,400 homes, businesses, and schools in Chattooga County, Georgia, will gain access to high-speed fiber internet through a $10.3 million public-private partnership with broadband provider Kinetic. The project, utilizing a combination of $3.1 million in state grant money and a $7.2 million investment from Kinetic, will lay 320 miles of optical fiber cable to provide high-speed internet to various areas. The initiative aims to address the digital divide by offering ultrafast fiber-optic broadband, reaching speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second. The project is expected to be completed in the coming year as part of a broader strategy by Kinetic to expand fiber service across its footprint.
STORY 6: covid
Polk and Chattooga counties have the highest rates of new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents over the past 14 days in Georgia. In the combined counties of Floyd, Bartow, Gordon, Polk, and Chattooga, there were 200 reported cases, slightly up from the previous week's 197. This marks the highest weekly total since February. Among these counties, Floyd had the highest case count at 75, followed by Chattooga (38) and Polk (37), then Bartow (30), and Gordon (20). Notably, Polk and Chattooga counties had the highest new cases per 100,000 people in Georgia between August 2 and August 16, with rates of 292 and 287 respectively. The statewide average was 51 cases per 100,000. Statewide, there were 3,083 new cases reported in the week ending August 16, the highest since late February, with eight deaths reported in Georgia, none of which were from the mentioned counties.
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Story 7: win
The Darlington Lady Tigers had an impressive offensive start to their season with an 18-6 win against Mt. Zion in non-region play. The team scored six runs in the first inning, followed by one in the second, and a remarkable 11 in the third inning, leading to a mercy rule win in just three innings. Audrey Abbott was a standout, going 3-for-3 with a home run, two doubles, six RBIs, two stolen bases, and three runs. Mia Curlee also had a strong performance, going 3-for-3 with an RBI and two runs. Finley Pilgrim contributed with two hits, including a double, and three RBIs. The Lady Tigers' next game is a non-region matchup against Bowdon at home.
Story 8: open
The Gordon Central High School football team, led by new head coach Lenny Gregory, is entering a new era with hopes of a turnaround. Despite having a young team with a small senior class of eight players, the Warriors are looking to make strides in the upcoming season. In their opening game against Armuchee, they aim to put their preseason scrimmage struggles behind them, where they faced challenges generating offense and dealt with interceptions. Defensively, the team showed progress by making plays and allowing only two touchdowns during the scrimmage. They are focused on improvement and growth as they kick off the regular season. Gordon Central enters 2023 on the heels of a 22 game losing streak.
Story 9: 1st 3
The Calhoun High School softball team has kicked off its season with a strong start, winning their first three games and making an impact in Region 7-5A. Despite having their games rained out over the weekend, the team won against Woodland with a 7-4 victory in their league opener. In a non-league contest, they secured a thrilling 8-7 walk-off win over Northwest Whitfield, thanks to a two-run homer by senior first baseman Elizabeth Wilkey. The team's offense has been performing well, and they are aiming to continue their winning streak in upcoming games, including a matchup against Cartersville. The Lady Jackets are making their mark in the region standings with their early successes.
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