EAST METRO Top Stories for July 11th
Publish Date: July 11th
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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 Friday, July 11th and Happy birthday to President John Quincy Adams
I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on seed oils
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STORY 1: Snapping Shoals Annual Meeting set for July 17
Snapping Shoals EMC’s annual meeting is set for July 17 at the Georgia International Horse Park, featuring live music by HighRoad, children’s games, information booths, and door prizes, including a refurbished 2011 Chevy Impala. Registration runs from 8:30 to 11:15 a.m., with the business session at 11:30 a.m. Members must attend to win prizes and participate in co-op business. SSEMC, serving 100,000 customers across eight counties, invites members to enjoy the festivities and discover what’s inside the iconic yellow bucket this year.
STORY 2: All-Star Events open to fans around Cobb County
The 2025 MLB All-Star Week in Atlanta features a packed schedule of events from July 11-15. Highlights include the HBCU Swingman Classic, All-Star Futures Game, and Celebrity Softball on July 11-12. Fans can enjoy the Capital One All-Star Village, Braves Country Road Trip, and Sponsor Block Party daily. Nostalgia meets fun at the Truist Community Corner with 90s Braves alumni appearances. Key events include the MLB Draft on July 13, Home Run Derby on July 14, and the All-Star Game on July 15 at Truist Park. Activities also include live music, giveaways, and interactive attractions for all ages.
STORY 3: Burt Jones enters race for Georgia governor
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announced his 2026 Georgia gubernatorial bid, emphasizing Republican-led achievements and pledging to eliminate state income tax and combat fentanyl overdoses. A former state senator and UGA football co-captain, Jones highlighted his ties to Donald Trump despite past election-related investigations. He joins Attorney General Chris Carr in the GOP primary, while Democrats like Keisha Lance Bottoms and Jason Esteves are also running. Georgia Democratic Chair Charlie Bailey criticized Jones’ leadership, citing issues like rural hospital closures and inequitable tax policies.
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STORY 4: Braves roll out new menu for All-Star Week
Truist Park executive chef Jaco Dreyer has crafted a Southern-inspired menu for MLB All-Star Week, featuring eight new dishes available Friday through Tuesday. Highlights include Southern nachos with pork rinds and pulled pork, birria hot dogs, fried green tomato sliders, and the Down the Bay burger with soft-shell crab. Desserts like peach cobbler nachos and unique items like the “Bless Your Heart” dog with hot Cheetos and Fruity Pebbles add flair. Blue Moon Brewery will also offer new options, including a fried lobster roll and Cuban pork sandwich. Dreyer promises a flavorful experience for all fans.
STORY 5: Delta Community Credit Union expands to Newton
Delta Community Credit Union has expanded its membership to include Barrow, Jackson, Newton, and Walton counties, growing its reach to 20 metro Atlanta counties. CEO Hank Halter highlighted the opportunity to serve these communities, which already include 12,000 existing members. Residents can access financial services at 30 metro Atlanta branches, with a new Conyers location opening in September. The credit union also plans to evaluate branch sites in the newly added counties. Known for its community programs, Delta Community offers financial education, scholarships, and grants, serving over 515,000 members as Georgia’s largest credit union.
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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on seed oils
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