Welcome to your Paulding County News Podcast and Happy Easter. I’m Melissa Carter, along with Doug Harding. A teen tries to flee police, but current technology thwarted his efforts. Plus, a collaboration between two of your favorite restaurants for a while new guilty pleasure. But first, let’s take a look at our top stories.
PC News
Attention Paulding turkey hunters - turkey hunting season kicked off yesterday.
Private lands are open for turkey hunting, but public hunting grounds don’t open until on Saturday, and will run through May 15th.
According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, the turkey population faced challenges in reproduction from 2021 to 2022.
Emily Rushton, the Wild Turkey Project Coordinator, noted that while reproduction rates have dipped slightly, hunters can still expect comparable gobbler numbers to previous years.
During the season, hunters are reminded of bag limits— one turkey per day, with a total of two for the season, and specific regulations for Wildlife Management Areas and National Forest lands.
All hunters, including youth, must maintain a harvest record and complete the reporting process through Georgia Game Check within 24 hours of harvesting.
For those under 16, no license is needed, but older hunters must obtain the necessary licenses unless hunting on private land.
This from WSB.
PC News
Congratulations to Brandon Maple!
Maple has been named Battalion Chief with the Paulding County Fire & Rescue.
Battalion Chief Maple will now lead Battalion 1 on the B-shift.
Blake Maynor also got a promotion!
Now Lieutenant Maynor will serve at Station 3 on A-shift.
This from Paulding County Government.
PC News
In an inspiring comeback story, 13-year-old Carley Krokey of Dallas is back in action after a harrowing battle.
Diagnosed with a large brain tumor last year, Carley faced unimaginable challenges.
Carley's journey began with crippling headaches, leading to a terrifying diagnosis.
But through two surgeries and months of rehabilitation, she never lost hope.
Carley says she never quit, because quitting is just not an option at that point.
Now, with the tumor gone and her spirit stronger than ever, Carley's back where she belongs: playing the game she loves.
This from Fox 5.
Weather
Partly Sunny today with a High of 78 in Dallas and Hiram. Lows in the upper 50’s.
Partly Sunny tomorrow with a High of 79 in Dallas and Hiram. Lows in the lower 60’s.
Thunderstorms Tuesday, Highs in the upper 70s.
Arrest Report
From WSB’s Facebook page:
A Georgia teen thought he had outsmarted police after they said he stole a car, but now he’s behind bars after trying to run.
The owner of the Dodge Charger was able to live track the car, giving a good location for the police helicopter, which helped patrol cars locate 17-year-old Jerious Simpson.
Mike Morris
What is it about thugs and Dodge Chargers? Always a Charger.
Stephen Robinson
Liberal Fulton county judges will slap him on the wrist like all the others and he'll be back to terrorizing communities in no time. If not, already.
Tom Ludlow
Big ups to the role model getting a jump on his career! Put in that work!
Sonny Linn
Yet another upstanding member of society.
Social Media
From the Paulding County Facebook page:
Wright Squad asked - Just curious .......How many potholes yall run over daily?
Shannon Banks
Too many, LOL. And that's while looking like a drunk driver, trying to avoid them.
Mikayla Rose Goodman
For the amount of taxes paid, should be zero.
Russ Harvey
All of this half-finished road construction that has been billed in the millions/billions of dollars that is over budget and past due.
Logan Gordon
On average, 5
Austin Jarvis
37ish
Preston Hansen
1262.50 in 20 miles
Weird Story
A bank robbery in Westchester, Illinois took an unexpected turn.
Larnie Brewer stands accused of holding up a Byline Bank branch with a chilling note.
The demand for cash came with a threat, but Brewer didn't get far.
Just minutes after the robbery, law enforcement caught up with Brewer at a nearby bus stop.
The stolen money, equipped with a tracking device, led officers right to him.
Brewer's alleged confession sealed the deal.
He's now in custody, thanks to swift action by authorities.
This from WSB.
Events
(Interview)
State News
Another Georgia county faces a cyber crisis.
Gilmer County officials are grappling with a ransomware attack.
They've enlisted top cybersecurity experts to combat the threat.
While some services are affected, vital infrastructure like the 911 center stands strong.
The full extent of disruption remains unclear.
Meanwhile, officials are tight-lipped about the attack.
This from Fox 5.
Sports
From the Paulding County Sports Chronicle:
In soccer,
North Paulding Girls beat Dunwoody 2-1
South Paulding Girls beat Hughes, 5-1
Douglas County Boys bear Paulding County, 7-0
South Paulding Boys beat Hughes 10-0
East Paulding Boys defeated Pebblebrook, 3-0
In Lacrosse,
Alpharetta Girls beat East Paulding, 20-1
And Hiram High School is honoring the outgoing Girls Basketball Coach Michelle Caldwell. Coach Caldwell has completed her 17 years of coaching the team and secured the Lady Hornets 339 wins. Nice job, Coach.
PC News
And we finish with a very selfish story, Paulding County, because my son is so excited for this. But maybe you’ll be excited too.
Krispy Kreme doughnuts are set to hit all McDonald's restaurants.
This follows a successful test run in Kentucky and promises availability in Paulding County by 2026.
Tariq Hassan, McDonald's USA's chief marketing officer, expressed excitement, calling it a chance to unlock new business opportunities.
Krispy Kreme's president and CEO, Josh Charlesworth, hailed the move as fulfilling the daily pleas from doughnut enthusiasts.
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