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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
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Plus, Bruce Jenkins catches up with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss cottage cheese.
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STORY 1: State’s effort to lower gas prices has opposite effect in Northwest Georgia
Gas prices in Northwest Georgia have increased despite the state's efforts to lower them. The drop in gas prices in other regions of Georgia is attributed to various factors, including changes to cheaper winter fuel blends and the suspension of state fuel taxes by Governor Brian Kemp. However, gas prices in Northwest Georgia, including Polk County, have risen, with an average of $3.38 per gallon. Crude oil price increases and lower demand are affecting the overall gas price trend. While prices may fluctuate, some grocers, like Kroger, offer fuel incentives to help consumers save at the pumps............…….Get more info at northwestgeorgianews.com
STORY 2: Calhoun man arrested after fatal hit-and-run versus motorcycles
A 73-year-old Calhoun man, Ronald Grady Dickson, was arrested after a fatal hit-and-run crash involving motorcycles on Highway 411 in Fairmount, Georgia. According to the Georgia State Patrol preliminary report, Dickson was driving a Ford F-150 at a high speed when he collided with three motorcycles traveling north together. The crash resulted in multiple injuries and one fatality. A witness followed Dickson's vehicle until law enforcement intervened. Dickson faces charges including DUI, first-degree homicide by vehicle, felony hit and run, serious injury by vehicle, reckless driving, and other related charges. The highway was temporarily closed during the investigation.
STORY 3: Cartersville police ID man they say shot at them on U.S. 41
Shane Jacquez Barfield, a 37-year-old Cartersville resident, has been identified as the man accused of shooting at police officers in Bartow County. The incident occurred near U.S. 41 South and Market Place Boulevard in Cartersville when officers responded to an accident call and encountered gunfire. Witnesses reported a man walking in the roadway with a gun, identified later as Barfield, who opened fire upon the officers' arrival. Police returned fire and apprehended Barfield. Thankfully, neither the officers nor Barfield were injured. Barfield faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault against a peace officer, firearm-related charges, and possession of methamphetamine. He was previously out on bond for unrelated charges.
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STORY 4: Coosa Dental Associates celebrates its new location with a grand opening
Coosa Dental Associates in Cedartown celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 113 Plantation Ave. The new facility offers a more spacious experience for patients, with significant renovations to accommodate more treatment areas and provide ample space for the dental staff. Dr. David Gandy, who acquired the practice in 2003, noted that the move to the new building has allowed them to serve patients more efficiently and provide quicker care with the help of new equipment. The facility now spans approximately 4,500 square feet over two floors and includes a renovated lobby, operatories, a lab, and more.
STORY 5: Inaugural fundraiser honoring Cade Tanner set for Sept. 30 in Rockmart
The inaugural Cade Tanner memorial bike ride and walk is scheduled for Saturday, September 30, at Nathan Dean Park in Rockmart, starting at 10 a.m. This event honors the memory of Cade Tanner, a young Aragon man who passed away at the age of 21 after battling back from a car wreck that initially left him paralyzed from the head down in January 2021. The event, with a $5 entry fee and donation boxes, aims to raise funds for the Cade Tanner Memorial Scholarship, supporting individuals with traumatic spinal injuries who may be under-insured or uninsured. Cade was known for his selflessness and love for others, making the scholarship fund a fitting tribute to his wishes. Donations can also be made online or by check to the Floyd Healthcare Foundation..…….Back in just a moment
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And now, Bruce Jenkins catches up with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss cottage cheese.
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