Paulding County News Podcast Sunday 17, 2023
Beth Williams, facing financial hardship due to chronic kidney failure, fell behind on her homeowner association (HOA) dues in Paulding County. The Cottage Cove Homeowners Association cut off her water supply for 31 days due to unpaid dues, leading to considerable inconvenience and humiliation for Williams. The outstanding balance grew substantially, including attorney fees and collection fees, reaching $4,000. While the HOA defended its actions, legal experts noted that if an HOA provides services like water, it can suspend them for unpaid dues as per the covenants. Prospective homeowners are advised to thoroughly review HOA rules and bylaws before purchasing property within such associations. Williams now faces a lien on her home, making it difficult to pay off her HOA debts.........This from Atlanta News First
Two small puppies were swept into a storm drain in Paulding County, ending up 20 feet underground in a 2-foot-wide pipe. Neighbors heard their cries and called for help, but the challenging rescue was complicated due to the distance from the nearest manhole, making it dangerous for first responders. With the assistance of firefighters, both puppies were successfully rescued after over an hour of effort. The firefighters, trained in confined space rescue, were praised for their courageous and specialized efforts.........This from WSBTV We called WSBTV who reported this story and asked which neighborhood this was in and they stated they did not get that information.
Atlanta-area singer and songwriter Gabe Lustman is recovering from a brown recluse spider bite, which initially presented as swelling, bruising, and discomfort in his leg. He was eventually admitted to Wellstar North Fulton in Roswell, where tests confirmed the spider bite. Despite concerns about losing his leg, Lustman received pain medications and antibiotics. Brown recluse spider bites are relatively rare in Georgia, with the Georgia Poison Center receiving 40 to 50 suspected reports each year. These bites can cause redness, swelling, tissue damage, fever, and vomiting. Experts recommend seeking medical attention if you suspect a spider bite and keeping the area clean. Lustman is improving but not yet fully recovered...........This from Fox 5
We talked to Mary Sheffield from the UGA extension office
Weather:
Fall is almost here and let us tell you we are falling in love with the fall weather here! We have highs in the mid to high 70’s and the lows are staying in the lower 60’s. It will be partly cloudy for most of this week so you can probably take off those sunglasses on the way home #weatherreport #coolingoff #high70s #low80s #pleasestaycool #toohot #humidity #mostlysunny #outdooractivities #perfectweather
Deputies from the Paulding County Sheriff's Office were honored for their heroic actions in saving lives during various incidents. Deputy Cory Mitchell, Deputy Rodney White, and Deputy Kyle Newton received life-saving awards for their roles in responding to a shooting incident on May 27, 2023, where they provided critical medical assistance, including pressure to wounds to prevent excessive bleeding. Deputy Matthew Nelson and Deputy Shayla Benson were also commended by Sheriff Gary Gulledge for their contributions in assisting Deputy Mitchell during the same incident. The ceremony recognized their exceptional dedication and life-saving efforts in serving the community...............This from the Dallas New Era
JJ Sweat, a junior pitcher for the East Paulding Raiders Softball program, has received multiple accolades for her outstanding performance. She was voted as the Georgia Sports Illustrated/SBLive Player of the Week and also earned the title of Pitcher of the Week in Georgia. In her East Paulding career, JJ has recorded over 250 strikeouts, won Pitch of the Year, and was selected for the All-State team as a sophomore while competing against top-tier teams in the state. She was also recognized with the Character Award by East Paulding, with her teacher praising her kindness, courtesy, and thoughtfulness towards others. JJ is celebrated for her achievements both on and off the field...........This from the Dallas New Era
Sports:
From the Paulding Sports Chronicles
North Paulding Barely got a win out of Harrison winning 8-7
South unfortunately fell to Newnan 3-1
Eat ran bases around N Manchester winning 15-0
Weird news:
A baby reticulated giraffe named Kipekee at a Tennessee zoo gained international attention for being born without spots. It was initially believed to be the only living spotless giraffe until a wild spotless Angolan giraffe was discovered at the Mount Etjo Safari Lodge in Namibia, making it the first-ever recorded spotless giraffe in the wild. Giraffes are typically born with a unique set of spots, and the absence of spots in some individuals could be due to genetic mutations. Various subspecies of giraffes are listed as vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered, with only around 117,000 giraffes remaining in Africa, highlighting their conservation challenges...........This from Georgia Public Broadcasting System
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From What's Happening in Paulding County Facebook Page:
William Carruth from Dallas posted a picture of a car in the wrong lane trying to take a left at a redlight. His comment was an emoji that was palm slapping his face.
These are your responses from actual Paulding county citizens - as reported on Whats Happening Paulding County
Jason Owens from Wilson NC “Just ignore the double yellow line…who needs traffic laws!”
Shirly Newton from Dallas ga “Moved from busy part of Cobb and much to my dismay my USAA car insurance went UP! Called to ask why and was told number of claims in an area dictates. Now I understand after almost a year. Wrecks all the time.”
Michelle Mammenga Collings from Dallas GA “The double lines are just a suggestion of which lane to drive in…”
Adam N Latasha Denson From Dallas GA “We’re they from Cobb ? I’m assuming they are thinking it’s a one way like most of downtown Marietta”
IN other news
From the What's Happening in Paulding County Facebook page:
An Anonymous poster posted “Do you think Paulding will be come the new Cobb with the next few years?”
Others Commented:
Nicholas Huff from Dallas “It’s cobb with none of the infrastructure or amenities, just more houses and apartments every year.”
Jacob Blackwell “Its not as bad as thuglasville.”
Tina Nelson from Dallas “Already has and wish people would quit moving here.”
JS Stevens from Dallas “Better than the new Douglasville. And Cobb is Cobb Paulding has always been this way social media and instant access to what’s happening (social media) has just brought it to light. The world is upside down not just Paulding”
#facebook #pages #whatareyoutalkingabout #thisisyourstory #yourstory #yourcommunity #needsyourattention
Events:
Tuesday September 19 is National Voter Registration Day and at The Philly Steak Spot they will be celebrating it with the Mayor Canidate for Hiram 5-7
Monday September 18th Paulding County is hosting the recovery bus for National substance abuse month
There is a special meeting on Thursday September 21 at 5:15 to talk about the FY 2023-2024 mileage rate and budget!
#eventshappeningnearyou #weekendevents #weekdayevents #pauldingcountyuncensoredfacebookpage #whatyouaretalkingabout #whatsgoingoninpauldingcounty #events #loveevents #getyououtofthehouse #funforthefamily
Former President Donald Trump's legal team has filed motions to dismiss charges against him in the Georgia election interference case. Trump and 18 co-defendants are accused of violating Georgia's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act and other crimes in an alleged attempt to overturn the 2020 election results in the state. Trump's lawyers adopted arguments from some co-defendants, including Kenneth Chesebro, who argued that states cannot prosecute conduct within the ambit of federal authority. Trump's legal team also adopted a motion from Rudy Giuliani, affecting seven counts against Trump in the 41-count indictment. All defendants have pleaded not guilty, and the trial is scheduled for next month, with Trump attempting to move the case to federal court..............This from NBC News
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has declared a state of emergency in response to high inflation, attributing it to policies from Washington, D.C. As part of the emergency measures, Kemp has temporarily suspended Georgia's excise tax on motor and locomotive fuel to provide relief to residents facing rising fuel costs. The executive order is effective until October 12, 2023. The move comes amid concerns about increasing consumer prices, with the latest data showing a 3.2% increase in July compared to the previous year. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, rose 4.7% in July. Kemp's previous suspension of the state's gas tax in 2022 resulted in substantial savings for Georgians...........This from ABC News
When we recorded this were three gas stations prices around Paulding County:
Citgo on Villa Rica Hwy in Dallas Ga Regular: $3.28 Diesel: $4.16
Kroger fuel center off on Dallas Acworth Hwy in Dallas Ga Regular: $3.30 Diesel: $4.30
Costco on Charles Hardy Parkway in Dallas Regular: $3.19 Premium: $3.84 they do not have Diesel
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