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STORY 1: Judge Denies Motion To Dismiss 2022 Christmas Party Murder Case
The trial for Desmion Deaundre Diamond, a 32-year-old Rome man accused of shooting Demond Glynn at a Christmas party in 2022, is set to begin. Diamond faces malice murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The incident occurred during a Christmas party at the Rome Civic Center, where Diamond and Glynn, from families with a history of conflict, initially appeared cordial. The confrontation escalated after Diamond allegedly said something to Glynn’s girlfriend. In the restroom, Diamond claimed self-defense, describing Glynn as aggressive. Glynn was shot three times and died in January 2023. The trial is scheduled to begin on January 8.
STORY 2: Walker County Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
A 41-year-old Walker County man, Sean Ferguson, was arrested after the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's Child Exploitation and Computer Crimes Unit discovered evidence of child pornography in his home. The investigation was initiated after a cyber tipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children regarding possible online possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material. Ferguson is charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of children. The arrest was a collaborative effort involving the Georgia Department of Community Supervision, Walker County Sheriff’s Office, and the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Calhoun. This action is part of the ongoing efforts of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force to combat child exploitation.
STORY 3: Calhoun Community Sees Off 108th Cavalry Soldiers Ahead of Kosovo Deployment
Members of the 1st Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment of the Georgia Army National Guard held a deployment sendoff ceremony at Georgia Northwestern Technical College ahead of their peacekeeping mission in Kosovo. The unit, based in armories in Calhoun, Dalton, Cedartown, and Canton, will undergo stateside pre-deployment training operations before finishing their training overseas and serving in Kosovo for most of 2024. The deployment ceremony drew widespread community support, with family, friends, officials, and the public attending. The 108th Cavalry Regiment has a storied history, with recent deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Bosnia.
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STORY 4: Polk County Commissioner Scotty Tillery Remembered Following Battle With Cancer
Scotty Tillery, a prominent figure in Cedartown and Polk County, Georgia, passed away at 58 after a brief illness. Tillery was known for his community service and served on the Polk County Board of Commissioners, having previously served on the Cedartown City Commission. He played a vital role in local projects and was deeply involved in various civic organizations. Tillery, diagnosed with cancer in August, was recognized for his dedication to public service and commitment to community improvement. Tributes poured in for the beloved commissioner, highlighting his passion, fearlessness, and love for the community.
STORY 5: Judge Rejects Voter Intimidation Charges Against Conservative Group in Georgia
A federal judge in Georgia has ruled in favor of the conservative group True the Vote in a lawsuit over its attempt to challenge the eligibility of over 364,000 Georgia voters. The challenges were filed ahead of the 2020 runoff elections, claiming that voters appeared ineligible due to changes in residency. U.S. District Judge Steve Jones found that True the Vote's actions did not constitute illegal voter intimidation, as alleged by Fair Fight Action, founded by Democrat Stacey Abrams. While the decision vindicated True the Vote, the judge criticized the group's methods for facilitating a mass number of seemingly frivolous challenges.
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STORY 6: COVID Claims 2 More Bartow Residents Despite Drop in Reported Cases
In the past week, two residents in Bartow County, Georgia, died from COVID-19, while reported new cases dropped by 50% compared to the previous week. Floyd County recorded 34 cases, Bartow had 24, Polk reported 29, Gordon had 16, and Chattooga reported no new cases. The state reported 3,551 new cases, the highest since September 13, with 28 deaths, including two from Bartow, bringing the statewide death toll to 36,003 since March 2020. Dr. Gary Voccio of the Northwest Health District stated in a video update that COVID-19 hospitalizations remain low in the area, advising those with COVID-19 to contact their health providers for prescription drugs to reduce illness duration. The fairgrounds test site offers free COVID-19 tests on weekdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
STORY 7: Scholarships Available for Georgia Agriculture Students
The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture is offering $65,000 in scholarships for students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields. Four categories include scholarships for high school students entering college, technical college students in agriculture programs, college juniors/seniors in agriculture fields, and UGA Veterinary Medicine students. The scholarships range from $1,500 to $5,000. Applicants must meet specific criteria and apply online by March 1, 2024. Recipients will be announced in spring 2024, and awards for graduating seniors will be distributed in spring 2025 based on academic progress. For applications and details, visit GaFoundationAg.org/scholarships.
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