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You often hear about the need for people to step up. Step up to leadership. Step up to the principles. Step up to make a difference. And of course, step up to Mile High! Dr. Pamela Stone's mentor, Dr. Jeannie Ohm, inspired her by telling her to be the one who steps up. Pamela is 2000 graduate of Life University's College of Chiropractic, graduating with clinical honors. She has attained her diplomate in pediatric and prenatal care through the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (DACCP certified), is also certified in the Webster's Technique, and has worked on thousands of pregnant women over the years. She is an instructor for the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), teaching “Perinatal Care with Webster Technique Certification” to chiropractors across the country. Dr. Stone also graduated from Options for Animals College of Chiropractic, and is certified in animal chiropractic She currently works on small animals at a veterinary clinic in Acworth, along with Dallas, GA and at the office in Kennesaw. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Massachusetts in Sport Management, and was a 3-years starter on the women's lacrosse team, where they were ranked in the top 10 nationally all three years. She then spent eight years working in public relations & marketing in the sporting goods industry prior to changing careers. Dr. Stone is a member of MARC Running Group, OTP Endurance Sports Club, and has donated her time to the community for more than 25 years. During the past 40+ years, she has completed more than 130 triathlons, including an Ironman distance race and seven Half-Ironman races (70.3). She has also completed eleven marathons and more than four dozen half marathons, has qualified for the Boston Marathon five times, and has competed in hundreds of other running races. She credits regular chiropractic care for allowing her to be healthy and injury-free. In this podcast episode, you'll be inspired to step up more by Dr. Pamela Stone as she discuss chiropractic prenatal and pediatric care. In this episode you'll hear about: • The Webster Technique • Prenatal care • How you're taking care of two when your patient is pregnant • Chiropractic research • Prenatal and pediatric research • Torticollis and Slaugenesis • And much more! Enjoy the podcast and make your plans to learn even more from Dr. Pamela Stone at Mile High XI in Denver, September 21st – 24th. Reserve your seats at RiseUptoMileHigh.com

The first Friday of May is no pants day. Learn about the origins of this hilarious holiday, and if it was actually invented by a Scotsman in Glasgow in the early 1800s. I talk about a man who wears a kilt every day. You will also learn about some sustainable green bath products. Listen to music by Marc Gunn, Vicki Swan and Johnny Dyer, Niamh Dunne, and Brobdingnagian Bards This is Pub Songs & Stories #270. 0:25 - Brobdingnagian Bards “Seven Drunken Nights in Hobbiton” from I Will Not Sing Along 4:49 - WELCOME TO PUB SONGS & STORIES This is the audio edition of my newsletter. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a rhythm and folk Celtic musician and podcaster living in Atlanta, Georgia. If you're new to the show, please subscribe. You can do that PubSong.com/free or even better or you can subscribe and download all of my songs in this show. Just send me an email. You will get an auto responder with a link to download this month's songs. You will also get that subscribe link. It's quick and easy. While you're emailing me to get your free EP, let me know what you're doing while listening to this episode. 6:04 - WHAT'S NEW STORY 7:40 - UPCOMING SHOWS MAY 17: Coffee with The Celtfather on YouTube @ 10:30 AM Eastern JUN 3-10: Celtic Invasion Vacations, County Mayo, Ireland JUN 24: The Lost Druid Brewery, Avondale Estates, GA @ TBD JUL 22: Burnt Hickory Brewery, Kennesaw, GA @ 6:30 - 9:30 PM 8:50 - GUEST SONG: Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer "1924" Hear the story behind the song in show #603 Celtic Tides of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. 14:44 - STORY OF NO PANTS DAY In 2000, the Knighthood of Buh, a student organization at the University of Texas at Austin, held their first annual No Pants Day celebration on the first Friday of May. Andrew and I were practicing daily on the South Mall of the university as the Brobdingnagian Bards. So we were there as a bunch of students ran through the school shouting and waving signs about the oppression of pants. The event resonated with me because, well, we wore kilts at all of our shows. We were “pantless” too. The event spread to other locations around the nation and eventually the world. But it took me four years before I wrote “A Man Who Wears A Kilt Every Day”, a parody of the traditional Scottish song “Jock Stuart”. Instead of “a man you don't meet every day”, my song was about a man who loved wearing kilts, like I did. I didn't stop there. Again, I felt like No Pants Day was a Scottish holiday. So I decided to create a backstory for my song. I wanted people to think that the origins of No Pants Day was actually a Scottish holiday called No Troosers Day. I researched Scottish history and learned about the Proscription Act of 1746. This act banned the Scots from wearing “highland clothing”. The goal of course was to assimilate the Scots into Great Britain, just like the Disarming Act banned the Scottish from wearing weapons. From that base, I wrote a fictional history of an uprising in Glasgow where the Scots removed their trousers and donned their kilts and rewrote “Jock Stuart” to celebrate their love of the kilt and their culture. The best thing about this fictional history was that a few years later, a newspaper in Canada quoted the blog where I shared this fake history saying that this was ACTUALLY the origins of No Pants Day. This should serve as a reminder to all of us. Check your sources! I finally recorded this song in 2009 for my CD, Kilted For Her Pleasure. “Jock Stuart (A Man Who Wears A Kilt Every Day)”  lyrics by Marc Gunn, May 6, 2004, music traditional Oh my name is Jock Stuart, I´m a trooser-less man And my roving young fellows move freely * So be easy and free in nae boxers or briefs I´m a man who wears a kilt every day. I'm Highlander made and a piper to trade And the tartan is me flag that I wear. I go out with my gun and my dog for to hunt Try to make me wear troosers, and you'll pay. I've got acres of land, I've got ships to command So burn your pants on No Troosers Day So come fill up my glass with whiskey or rum Then send o'er your lass and you'll see. It's better easy and free in nae boxers or briefs I'm a man who wears a kilt every day. 20:52 - Marc Gunn “A Man Who Wears A Kilt Every Day” from Kilted For Her Pleasure 23:40 - JOIN THE CLUB The show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. If you enjoy this podcast or my music, please join the Club. Every week, you get bonus podcasts, downloadable songs, printed sheet music, blogs, or stories from the road. Plus, you get weekly access to my Coffee with The Celtfather video concerts. Sign up for as little as $5 per month and save 15% with an annual membership. Thanks to my newest Gunn Runners on Patreon: Don S, Melissa Randall, A. Lynch, Traci Girard-Turner, Michelle Hahn, Lisa M, David Willer, Jo Navarre, Tracy O'Shea, Antoinette Brenion, John Dowling 26:59 - Niamh Dunne "Tides w/ Karan Casey" from Tides   30:25 - GREEN PRODUCTS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT I'm actively trying to buy fewer items that are packaged in plastic because plastic is made from chemicals from fossil fuel production. It also lasts pretty much forever. It is virtually impossible to remove it entirely from what I buy. But I have found a few items that I enjoy that are not that I thought I'd share. Did you know you can buy shampoo and conditioner in bar form? This was one of those weird rabbit holes I went down. Once upon a time, we didn't have liquid shampoo and conditioner. It certainly wasn't in a big plastic bottle. A day after I started researching this a few months back, Gwen came home with a Love Beauty and Planet shampoo conditioner bar from Target. I immediately tried it out and loved it. You can see a list of Shampoo and Conditioner bars here. My favorite body soap is the Dr Bronner's Lavender soap. I was starting to lament losing that when I just saw they have bar soap also. And of course, all of those are wrapped in paper and I can get it at my local Publix. 34:58 - Marc Gunn “Kilty Pleasure” from Selcouth 38:59 - CREDITS Thanks for listening to Pub Songs & Stories. The show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Every week, you'll get a new podcast or song or video or video concert. You'll also save 25% off all the merch in my store. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. You can subscribe and listen to the show wherever you find podcasts. Sign up to my mailing list to read the show notes for this episode and find out where I'm performing. And of course, please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. 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This week we have a variety show with content from the cast. Mia is back from the annual "She Never Quit" event in Texas, Sgt. Bill reviews the Palmetto State Armory Dagger 9, and Lloyd shares initial thoughts on the recent shooting in Allen, Texas. [00:44] - Opening and welcome [02:04] - Thanks to our Members [04:45] - Thoughts on Allen, Texas [16:14] - Mia's Motivations [23:57] - Ballistic Minute with Sgt. Bill [29:13] - Show Close Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation Gun Club! http://gunclub.armedlutheran.us Duty to Defend: Volume 2, is available in paperback, Kindle, ePub, and Audiobook formats. Get your copy today! Thank You to this Week's Members! Paul J from McKinney, TX Robert from Elk River, MN Kevin from Marion, IA Scott from Sheridan, WY Michael from Janesville, MN David from Kennesaw, GA Sam from Milton, WA Dan from Indian Trail, NC George from Hammond, LA Meet the Cast Lloyd Bailey - http://www.armedlutheran.us/about/ Mia Anstine - http://www.armedlutheran.us/mia/ Sergeant Bill Silvia - http://www.armedlutheran.us/bill/ Pastor John Bennett - http://www.armedlutheran.us/pastor/ Prayer of the Week Our merciful Father, the God who alone make minds of the faithful to be of one will, cause Your people to love what You command and to desire what You promise, that among the manifold changes of this world our hearts may be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Check out the other Great Armed Lutheran Books - http://www.ArmedLutheran.us/Books Shop at Amazon* - http://www.armedlutheran.us/amazon Shop at GunMagWarehouse* - http://www.armedlutheran.us/mags Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at Dunkin' Donuts* - www.ArmedLutheran.us/Coffee Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network - https://www.armedcitizensnetwork.org Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page - http://www.armedlutheran.us/feedback Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group - http://www.armedlutheran.us/facebook Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube - http://www.armedlutheran.us/youtube Check Out More at our Website- http://www.armedlutheran.us Disclaimer The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you. Original music by the Artist formerly known as METALloyd, copyright 2023. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

MDJ  Script/ Top Stories of May 4 Thursday Publish Date: May 4 Thursday From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast    Today Wednesday, May 4th, and as Star Wars nation would say...may the 4th be with you ***Star Wars theme*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are your top stories presented by Credit Union of Georgia Man accused of child abuse blamed spirit possession for infant's injuries KSU sets graduation schedule And despite morning raindrops, the Taste of Marietta event drew big crowds again this year And the soon to open new family justice center in Cobb gets it's name We'll have all this and more on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.   Commercial CU of Georgia STORY 1  Child Abuse *** Mellow BED***   Juan Francisco Lobo Hernandez, 28, was arrested and charged with child abuse and aggravated battery for allegedly causing multiple skull fractures to an infant on April 20. He was identified as the last caretaker of the baby before symptoms of blunt force trauma appeared. When interviewed by police, Hernandez said he believed the infant was possessed by spirits and that he may have been too. The baby was transported to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta where her parents were unable to provide a reason for her skull fractures and internal bleeding. Hernandez was in jail for three days before making bond..       STORY 2: KSU Commencement ***Audio Sharp Dressed Man*** Kennesaw State University will hold eight commencement ceremonies from May 9-12 to recognize its almost 4,000 graduates this spring. The graduating class includes 664 first-generation college graduates and 60 military veterans, and the age range is from 19 to 81. The ceremonies will be held at the Convocation Center on the Kennesaw campus and will award undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees. KSU alumna Georgia McGaughey, Vice President of Data and Computational Sciences at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, will speak during one of the ceremonies on May 9. The university will award degrees to students from various colleges, including the College of Science and Mathematics, College of Computing and Software Engineering, and Bagwell College of Education.           Top of Form           Story 3: Taste   The annual Taste of Marietta festival took place on Sunday, bringing an estimated 24,000 people to the Marietta Square in Georgia. More than 50 food vendors sold a range of treats from ice cream to cocktails, while music performances and activities were also on offer. Attendees shared their favorite festival items, with Chicago-style hotdogs and ice cream being popular choices. Created by the Marietta Visitors Bureau in 1993, the festival takes place on the last Sunday in April every year and has grown in size over the years.       Story 4:  Mt Paran ***Au*** ***Instrumental BED**   Mount Paran Christian School organized "Family Serve Day" where students and their families worked to serve their community. One of the events was hosted by local real estate owner Janice Overbeck who has been hosting the event with the school for several years. This year, families upcycled plastic bags into dog leashes for Cobb County Police. The leashes were picked up by Lt. Col. Michael L. Williams who showed his gratitude to the families that made them. The Janice Overbeck Real Estate Team is working towards limiting plastic usage and finding sustainable options for items typically made from petroleum-based plastics.                 STORY 5:Zoning   The Cobb Planning Commission in Marietta, Georgia, has delayed a decision on whether to authorize a proposed subdivision on Post Oak Tritt Road in east Cobb. The developer, Kenneth Clary, submitted a rezoning request for just over 13 acres in July and has reduced the number of proposed homes from 20 to 18. Opponents of the development have raised concerns that a historic log cabin and gravesite on the property could be disturbed. While the attorney representing Clary denies that there is a cemetery on the site, members of the Cobb Cemetery Preservation Commission insist that there is.       Top of Form       Commercial  Dayco Systems Commercial  ESOG Block Wall                     STORY 6: Pope   Pope beat Woodstock 5-2 in the third game of their second-round Class AAAAAA state playoff series. The 2022 Class AAAAAA state champion Greyhounds (27-9) scored five runs over the fifth and sixth innings. John Steutzer stole home and ended with a key bases-clearing double. Woodstock (23-11), last year's Class AAAAAAA champion, cut the lead to one in their trip to the plate. Pope advanced to the state quarterfinals and will host Tift County, with the series scheduled to begin with a doubleheader Friday.     STORY 7 McKinnon ***BED***   The Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed running back Jerick McKinnon, who combined for 10 touchdowns in the regular season last year, earning AFC Offensive Player of the Month honors for December. McKinnon, a Sprayberry alum, split backfield duties with rookie Isiah Pacheco. The terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed. The Chiefs' general manager, Brett Veach, expressed his excitement about the team's depth at the running-back spot, with Pacheco, McKinnon, and Clyde Edwards-Helaire returning while also adding undrafted free agent Deneric Prince.   Ingles intro. Ingles Leah       Top of Form Top of Form   Commercial  DrakeTop of Form Commercial  We care Thanks again for listening to today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? 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 In a special edition of The Deucecast Movie Show, pulled from the weekly Deucecast Xtra, an all star panel convenes to discuss the state of the Star Wars franchise -- where it was, where it is, and where it's going.   Joining the show tonight, the co-host of Good Day 4 a Movie Podcast, Roth From Wyoming... Pride of Kennesaw, Young G Ryfun... the destroyer of asinine conversation, Hurricane Rhett... and Podcast Poobah of the Geek Out Loudoverse, Steve Glosson. Joining up later, Dave pipes in for a few at the end. The crew covers everything from the good and the bad, the return of Return of the Jedi, a little Transformers news, some Harry Potter stuff, and Garrison gives his surprising take on Bill Cosby. Also available on YouTube!

What crazy things happened at Sherwood Forest Faire. Patronage takes a big turn for the better. Why Old Dun Cow still blows audiences minds 20 years after we started playing it. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #76 HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Today's theme: Patreon Song story: Old Dun Cow What's new? Sherwood Forest Faire Jordan Con Friday night show. Changing the primary merch category THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. They take traditional Irish and Scottish songs and give them a comedic twist. Their unique brand of music on the autoharp, recorder, and mandolin put Austin, Texas on the Celtic music map. Brobdingnagian Bards music is financed entirely by their individual fans on Patreon. For just $5 per month, you can support the Brobdingnagian Bards individually and help them create new music while enjoying bootleg concerts, videos, and first access to new songs. Quick Reminder. The Brobdingnagian Bards Patreon page will close down in the very near future. But we still need your support. Our recommendation is that you unsubscribe from the Bards Patreon page and then Join the Patreon of Andrew McKeeAND Marc Gunn. UPCOMING SHOWS Andrew McKee MAY 6-7: Scarborough Faire, Waxahachie, TX MAY 20-JUN 4, New Jersey Renaissance Festival, Southampton, NJ JUN 10-11, South Jersey Celtic Festival, Southampton, NJ Marc Gunn MAY 13: Pontoon Brewing, Sandy Springs, GA @ 12-3 PM JUN 3-10: Celtic Invasion Vacations, County Mayo, Ireland JUN 24: The Lost Druid Brewery, Avondale Estates, GA @ TBD JUL 22: Burnt Hickory Brewery, Kennesaw, GA @ 6:30 - 9:30 PM AUG 3-6: Gen Con, Indianapolis, IN The Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, and Andrew McKee. Sign up to our mailing list to download free MP3s and get monthly updates of what's new. Find it all at thebards.net  

Tennessee soccer teams beat up on Atlanta United FC. A shocking loss to Memphis FC at Kennesaw in the US Open Cup, it was painful and embarrassing.  Three days later, Atlanta couldn't win without Giorgos Giakoumakis, losing 3-1 on the road.  Pineda might have this team in third place in the Eastern Conference, but this team is not performing well or to its full potential. 

Brian Giffin went around Kennesaw's Big Shanty Festival and talked to some of the people that make Kennesaw one of Georgia's best places to live. Also learn more about the history of Kennesaw, the name "Big Shanty" and what the festival means to this community.  #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Northside Hospital has donated $50,000 to Gwinnett County to help train lifeguards with American Red Cross resources and materials. Gwinnett Parks and Recreation is one of the largest providers of lifeguard training in the state and trains all lifeguards in-house using American Red Cross materials. The donation will help cover the cost of leadership and safety training and fund additional training in cultural competency. The county's outdoor pools will open on May 27, and lifeguards will receive starting pay of $16.50, while the entry pay for senior-level lifeguard II positions is $18.50. Gwinnett County pools and aquatic centers receive around 540,000 visitors annually, and lifeguards are tasked with ensuring their safety. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Abbie DeLoach Foundation awarded scholarships to 17 students and organizations at its 7th annual scholarship class luncheon held on April 14th. The event celebrated academic excellence, exemplary service work, or athletic commitment. Among the recipients were two Cobb County students: Jaden Saunders, a college sophomore who graduated from Allatoona and is a golfer at Savannah State University, and Maddie Black, a Georgia Southern Nursing student who graduated from Harrison, is planning to become a CRNA and is a member of Kappa Delta sorority. The foundation was established in memory of Abbie DeLoach, who died in a tragic highway crash in April 2015, along with four fellow nursing students. The foundation's mission is to continue her good works, and 106 recipients have received ADF scholarships to date. Marietta City Council has discussed its zoning code for the first time since the implementation of a six-month freeze on apartment applications. The council voted 6-1 to approve the freeze, concerned about the number of developers proposing multifamily buildings in the area. City staff have been directed to present maps and ordinances showing what the “current lay of the land is,” before conducting a study examining the zoning code and its relationship to apartments. Mayor Steve Tumlin and the council have rejected many apartment proposals, favoring low-density, owner-occupied development, citing concerns such as crime and a lack of upkeep by landlords. Students at Marietta Middle School are participating in the Compost Connectors program, which teaches students about urban agriculture by having them collect food waste and turn it into compost. The program is run by Cobb Master Gardener Michelle Gambon, who volunteers with Food Well Alliance. Students use compost cranks to mix the compost and help break it down. Once it is no longer recognizable, it is used to enrich the school's garden. The goal of the program is to help students understand their role in building healthier communities by growing crops with compost. The program is in its second year of a three-year pilot and is hoping to expand to more schools. Georgia Bulldogs baseball Redshirt freshman and Walker School graduate Charlie Condon has been one of the top hitters in the country this season. He is hitting over .400 and has already hit 18 home runs. Condon's walk-up music is The Rolling Stones' classic "Paint It Black," which he said is a fun song that gets him in the right mindset. He said it is a song that his teammates and the fans enjoy. His teammates and Dawg baseball fans probably enjoy it a little more because the song means their star slugger is at the plate.   Condon has noted that the level of competition he is facing is definitely higher than what he saw in high school,  but he has been able to adjust to the much more challenging pitching he is facing in the SEC, crediting the competition for improving his game. He has spent much of the past two years working on his body to add muscle to his tall and lean frame. The 45th annual Possum Trot 10K will be held on June 17 at the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell. The event allows runners to race along the Chattahoochee River and supports the center's environmental education programs and wildlife rehabilitation efforts. Participants can choose between an in-person or virtual 10K and Fun Run, with all runners receiving free photos and a commemorative t-shirt, and 10K runners receiving a finisher medal. The race is also a Peachtree Road Race qualifier for 2024. The CNC's work helps over 700 injured animals annually and hosts 40,000 students each year for environmental education programs.  Kennesaw State University's Executive Master of Business Administration has been ranked as the best in Georgia and among the top in the world for the seventh consecutive year, according to CEO Magazine's 2023 Global Executive MBA rankings. The program, offered by the Michael J. Coles College of Business, was ranked third in the country and No. 12 in the world, earning it "Tier One" status for the ninth year in a row. CEO Magazine also ranked KSU's MBA program as a Tier One program and named the online MBA among the best in the world. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man from Decatur, Eric Lee Francis, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison and 10 years probation after pleading guilty to trafficking methamphetamine in Cobb County. The charges stem from a traffic stop in August 2021 when police found a large amount of meth and a glass pipe in Francis' car. In addition to the prison time, he has also been ordered to pay a $200,000 fine. The case was prosecuted by David Williamson and Elena Hernandez on behalf of the state, while Hina Asghar represented Francis at the plea. A 59-year-old man, Raymond Marti, was arrested and charged with impersonating an officer and possession of drugs outside a Marietta nightclub. He was wearing a shirt with "police" printed on the front, back, and sleeves, and when approached by a Marietta police officer, initially claimed to be a law enforcement officer. However, he later recanted and admitted to not being with the police. A search revealed he had a gun belt with a fake weapon, an outer vest carrier, and a stun gun, along with clear plastic bags filled with a white powdery substance believed to be cocaine. He remains held without bond in Cobb County jail. The first phase of the Chattahoochee Riverlands project, which aims to develop a 100-mile greenway of trails along the Chattahoochee River, has broken ground. The 2.7-mile stretch of trail in south Cobb, Georgia, will run from Veterans Memorial Highway to Mableton Parkway and is expected to open in 2026. The pilot project will act as proof of concept for the wider Riverlands project, which aims to connect 19 cities and seven counties. The $44m pilot is being funded by a combination of $26m in public money and $18m in private money. The project will transform a 100-mile stretch of riverfront from Lake Lanier to Newnan into a public space. Ser Familia, a Kennesaw-based nonprofit that offers family, social, and mental health services to Hispanic families in metro Atlanta, has received a $1 million grant from the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. The grant will be used to expand the CAFE model and hire staff to provide assistance for families in Fair Oaks, a community near Smyrna with a population of about 9,000 people. The median income in Fair Oaks is $43,000, which is half of the Cobb County average, and one third of its residents lack health insurance. Ser Familia plans to hire a Project Director, Case Manager, and Family Navigator to connect families to services and provide emergency assistance for urgent needs. Those who want to help the Fair Oaks community can contact Ser Familia or the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. The Cobb Collaborative has unveiled a new Little Free Library at Garrett Middle School in Austell. The nonprofit organization aims to put books in the hands of children and adults around the world. The new LFL will be available 24/7 with free accessibility and operates under the “Take One, Leave One” theory. Local officials and community members attended the dedication ceremony, where they spoke about the importance of literacy and encouraged students to pursue their dreams. This is the third LFL established in Austell this year as part of the Collaborative's goal to establish LFLs throughout Cobb County. About 99% of educators in Cobb County schools plan to return for the upcoming school year, an increase from last year's 98%. This high retention rate is attributed to Cobb's reputation as one of the top places to work in Georgia and the nation. Nearly 1,500 professionals attended Cobb's recent job fair at Truist Park, coming from as far away as California. Cobb Schools has also partnered with the University of West Georgia to offer advanced degrees to educators at no cost through Georgia's BEST, with about 4,000 expressing interest. Cobb Schools is hosting another job fair on June 8, primarily focused on filling classified support positions but with teaching positions also available. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Developer Merritt Lancaster, a co-founder of Bridger Properties, participated in a panel on the economic health of Marietta Square. Lancaster focused on why his company viewed the square as a profitable investment and what residents wanted. According to an online survey, residents wanted more food and beverage businesses in the area. Lancaster said attracting new restaurants and bars would keep dollars in the Square. However, a resident warned that Marietta is not the same as Roswell or Woodstock, and its local restaurants and shops are what make it special. Lancaster's firm has faced controversy since September when it hiked rents or declined to renew leases for storefronts on Church Street. The city of Acworth announced the permanent closure of the School Street railroad crossing downtown due to frequent collisions between vehicles and trains since 2018. The city has been unsuccessful in identifying alternate crossing locations to supplement the closure. The incidents have cost the police and public works departments money and resources, and the recent collision rendered the south cross arm inoperable. The city attributed the frequent issues to the railroad's track raising, leading to trucks and trailers getting stuck. The closure aims to prevent a potential public health event from train derailments carrying hazardous materials through the community. Virgil Woods, a crossing guard for Cobb Schools in Georgia, has been recognized as the 2022 Outstanding Crossing Guard of the Year for the West GA Safe Routes to School region. Woods has been serving as a crossing guard since 2018 and was praised for his dedication to students and their safety, often being the first person students see in the morning and the last one they see in the afternoon. Woods was awarded the title after being nominated by several students, parents, and staff who praised his warm demeanor and dedication to ensuring the safety of the students he serves. This is the fourth time a Cobb Schools Crossing Guard has won the award since 2019. The Development Authority of Cobb County has passed a bond inducement resolution to provide tax incentives to a public charter school, Northwest Classical Academy, located in Kennesaw, Georgia. The state-commissioned charter school has requested $30 million in tax-exempt bonds, most of which will be used to purchase the 35-acre property it currently leases and pursue renovations and expansion. The school is open to all Georgia students, but a majority of its students come from Cobb County. The Hillsdale College's Barney Charter School Initiative-affiliated school has about 640 students in grades K-8, with plans to expand to 950 students across grades K-12. A Wheeler high school grad had a big performance to put the Celtics up 3-1 in their playoff series with the Atlanta Hawks. Here  Allatoona got a pair of superior pitching performances from Drew Fields and Ethan Sutton to shut down the Raiders 3-0 and 10-2 in the opening round of the Class AAAAAA state playoffs. In Game 1, Fields needed only 75 pitches to throw a complete game, three-hit shutout while striking out five. Allatoona scored two runs in the first and one in the second, but were held to only four hits in the game. Sam Tomczak had a hit and the only RBI. In Game 2, Sutton pitched 5⅔ innings, allowed four hits and struck out seven. Ethan Crawley was 2-for-4 with a home run and drove in four. Paul Cruz went 4-for-5 with a triple and drove in three. Greyson Coker finished 2-for-2 with a double and an RBI, Tomczak had two hits and an RBI and Anthony Planeta added two hits. Allatoona will travel to Blessed Trinity for a second round series, beginning with a doubleheader on Saturday. About 99% of educators in Cobb County schools plan to return for the upcoming school year, an increase from last year's 98%. This high retention rate is attributed to Cobb's reputation as one of the top places to work in Georgia and the nation. Nearly 1,500 professionals attended Cobb's recent job fair at Truist Park, coming from as far away as California. Cobb Schools has also partnered with the University of West Georgia to offer advanced degrees to educators at no cost through Georgia's BEST, with about 4,000 expressing interest. Cobb Schools is hosting another job fair on June 8, primarily focused on filling classified support positions but with teaching positions also available.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Conti & Jason Longshore took viewers' questions on today's Stoppage Time about the US Open Cup match vs Memphis in Kennesaw this week, Saturday's trip to Nashville, and more.

The city of Acworth announced the permanent closure of the School Street railroad crossing downtown due to frequent collisions between vehicles and trains since 2018. The city has been unsuccessful in identifying alternate crossing locations to supplement the closure. The incidents have cost the police and public works departments money and resources, and the recent collision rendered the south cross arm inoperable. The city attributed the frequent issues to the railroad's track raising, leading to trucks and trailers getting stuck. The closure aims to prevent a potential public health event from train derailments carrying hazardous materials through the community. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we talk with Michael Yofee of Dogwood Family Homes; Paul Powers of Powers Electrical Solutions; And Joy Lewellan of Old South Barbecue.  #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 3 of our Resurrecting series, Cole explains how the resurrection of Jesus gives believers the ultimate hope of Heaven.

Marvin Crumbs, Marietta High School's new principal, held a meet-and-greet event to introduce himself and discuss his vision for the school. Crumbs, who previously served as principal of Columbus High School, will be the fourth principal at Marietta High in a year. He emphasized his commitment to creating a supportive atmosphere for teachers and students, and his desire to expand on the school's traditions. Parents and community members in attendance expressed their hopes for stability and increased involvement from both parents and students. Crumbs promised to work hard and prioritize the best interests of the students. Mount Paran Christian School's head of school, Tim Wiens, has resigned after months of effort and feedback channels to enhance the culture and biblical unity within the MPCS community. David Tilley, the former head of school for 18 years who retired five years ago, has been appointed as the school's interim leader. Wiens' resignation was accepted by the board, and George Ethridge, the chairman of the school's board, thanked Wiens for his service during some challenging times, including navigating the school through the global COVID-19 pandemic. Mount Paran is the largest private Christian school in Cobb County, with about 1,280 students and 275 instructional staff. Thursday saw an extremely high tree pollen count in Atlanta, the second-worst day for allergies this year, with only one other day in March having a higher count. This late into spring, it is unusual for pollen counts to be so high, and most days in March and April have seen high or extremely high pollen categories. The main trees contributing to Thursday's pollen were mulberry, pine, hickory, oak, and sedges. The National Weather Service forecasts showers Friday night and into Saturday morning, which may provide some relief, but it is not expected to be a downpour. Greater Community Church of God in Christ is hosting a Mental Health Forum on May 6, 2023, with the theme "Bridging the Gap Between the African-American Church and Mental Health." The program is sponsored by the church's Evangelism Department and will feature various speakers from the fields of social work and professional counseling. The forum will take place from 10 a.m. to noon, and a continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Bishop Matthew L. Brown, the Pastor of Greater Community Church, hopes the program will bring understanding to the divide that exists between the African American Church and mental health. The public is invited to attend. The high school baseball playoffs get going in Cobb County this weekend The Cobb County 4-H senior team won first place at the State Hippology Contest on April 15th in Athens, with Cobb County Junior Team B also winning first place. The competition involves horse judging and hippology, which is a four-part competition that tests critical thinking and public speaking. Winners become Master 4-H'ers and may represent Georgia at the Western National Round Up in Denver, Colorado. The equine industry contributes $2.5 billion to Georgia's economy, and UGA faculty and industry experts provide training for contestants. Georgia 4-H aims to develop life skills, relationships, and community awareness. Contact Brittani Lee for more information. Sen. Raphael Warnock and Rep. Barry Loudermilk have requested federal earmarks for the renovation of the Paces Mill unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. The Cumberland Community Improvement District has been seeking funding for the project for almost three years, and the overhaul would cost an estimated $10.8 million. Warnock has requested $9 million, while Loudermilk has asked for $5 million. The project would increase river access, expand the picnic area, upgrade the trail system, and reposition the central meadow and parking area. The CID received approval from the National Park Service to move forward with the project in 2020. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Development Authority of Cobb County has approved a $159.5 million bond request to fund the construction of a $500 million mixed-use development near Truist Park. The development will feature two towers, including a 250-room hotel and condos at the top of the building. Nebraska-based developer Goldenrod Companies, which owns most of the parcels along Circle 75 Parkway, is leading the project. The first bond is for $143.9 million to fund the hotel building, and the second bond is for $15.6 million to fund the retail portion of the other building. The project is expected to net the school district about $2.4 million in revenue over the 10-year period the tax abatement is in effect. The Yaarab Shrine Circus and Fair, the biggest Shrine Circus and Fair in North America, will take place from May 20-29 at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta. Visitors can enjoy world-class entertainment under the Big Top, including Motorcycles on a Wire, The Flying Clarkonians, and The Hanneford Circus Elephants. The fair will also feature 35 rides for all ages, carnival games, and a variety of delicious foods such as pizza, cotton candy, and funnel cakes. The circus runs from Monday to Friday at 7 p.m., and on Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m. The entrance fee is $10 for adults, and children under 10 are free. Special event days include Sneak-A-Peek-Ride-A-Thon, Cobb County Employee Day, Car Load Night, First Responders Night, and free admission for veterans on Memorial Day. Tickets are available online at Shrine Circus Atlanta dot com. Kyle McKinney, known as “Mr. Everywhere,” announced on social media that he will be playing college football at the University of Alabama Birmingham. McKinney, who finished the 2022 season with 64 tackles and 12 tackles for loss, had offers from Stetson and two Division III programs. He thanked his family, teammates, coaches, and trainer for supporting him and developing his skills. McKinney spent his first three high school seasons at Hillgrove and earned all-county honors in 2021 and all-Region 5AAAAAAA honors this past season. Hunter Teal, the go-to receiver for Walton quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski, announced his commitment to the Miami University of Ohio on social media earlier this week. Teal earned first-team all-Region 5AAAAAAA, all-county and all-state honors following the 2022 season. The 6-foot-2, 225-pound tight end caught 50 passes for 970 yards and four touchdowns. Teal chose Miami, a Mid-American Conference program, over an offer from Florida A&M. According to 247Sports, he also had interest from Florida, Missouri, Central Florida, South Florida and Wake Forest. Mableton, has elected its leaders. The Cobb County Board of Elections is due to certify the election on Monday, with the terms of the initial mayor and council to begin immediately following this. The new city should come online in June. The mayor and council will meet in a school in Mableton, until facilities have been built. Mableton officials will decide which services they want to take over from Cobb during a two-year phase-in period. Mableton's feasibility study found the city could support itself without increasing property taxes, operating with an annual surplus of $3.2m The principal of Marietta Sixth Grade Academy, Corey Lawson, has resigned after eight years of service. Lawson announced his decision to leave in an email to MSGA families, saying that it was not an easy decision and required much prayer and discussion with his family. Lawson has been involved in Marietta City Schools' middle grades for 22 years, with 12 of those spent at MSGA in various roles. He expressed gratitude for his time at MSGA and working with the Blue Devil family. The school will now need to start the search for a new principal, with Lawson's last day set for June 30th. The Allatoona girls soccer team lost to Blessed Trinity 1-0 in their second round of the Class AAAAAA state playoffs, ending their season. The only goal of the match was scored by Caroline Smith of Blessed Trinity with four minutes remaining in regulation. Blessed Trinity dominated the game, out-shooting Allatoona 16-2 and having five corner kicks, while Allatoona had none. Allatoona was unable to match the pace of Blessed Trinity and struggled to move the ball downfield. Despite the loss, Allatoona had a successful season, making it to the state playoffs for the first time since 2019. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Owens has won the runoff election for Mableton mayor in Cobb County beating Aaron Carman. The former Marine veteran and cybersecurity executive will become Mableton's first mayor since it existed as a city between 1912 and 1916. Owens secured 56% of the vote compared to Carman's 44%. Both advanced to the runoff after no candidate received more than 50% of the vote in the first round of voting on March 21. Owens was endorsed by third- and fourth-place finishers LaTonia Long and Michael Murphy in the weeks following the first round. The low-turnout election saw just under 13% of eligible voters cast ballots.Top of Form Marietta City Schools has announced an 8.5% salary increase for district employees after completing their first review of the 2023-2024 budget. The raise includes the $2,000 for teachers approved by Gov. Brian Kemp, and the proposed budget maintains a millage rate of 17.97, which is lower than several other metro Atlanta districts. Additionally, the school board had approved hiring 40 full-time reading specialists for grades 1-5 earlier this year. The public can provide their input on the proposed budget at public hearings scheduled for June 13 and June 20, with the final budget adoption scheduled for June 20. In a Class AAAAAAA second round soccer match, Walton defeated Mill Creek 2-1 in a closely fought game. Mill Creek had led for most of the match, but two quick goals from Walton in the 69th and 71st minutes changed the course of the game. The win puts Walton through to the quarterfinals, where they will host Parkview. Walton head coach Bruce Wade was full of praise for both teams, saying that it was unfortunate that they had been matched up against each other so early in the tournament. Despite the loss, Mill Creek head coach Stephen George was proud of his team's season and what they had achieved. Voters in Cobb County, Georgia trickled into the South Cobb Regional Library on Tuesday to elect a mayor and four council members for Cobb's newest and largest city. However, some voters eligible to vote in the District 3 runoff did not have the contest on their ballot, an issue that is currently being investigated by elections officials. Although early voting last week saw 2,741 people cast their ballot in-person, as of 4:20 p.m. on Election Day, only around 1,800 people had voted. Some voters expressed concerns over the lack of information about the new city and how it will work, as well as the need for the new government to listen to its citizens. The School of Health Sciences at Georgia Highlands College recently hosted an Evidence-Based Practice Symposium, where second-year students in the Nursing and Dental Hygiene programs presented research posters focused on medical treatments and practices aimed at improving patient outcomes. Evidence-Based Practice, which involves reviewing and analyzing scientific evidence, is considered a cornerstone of clinical practice. The symposium provided an opportunity for students to share their research with peers and healthcare partners. Nursing students presented research on a variety of topics, including decreasing delirium in patients, while Dental Hygiene students presented on topics such as using virtual reality to alleviate dental anxiety. Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta and Genuine Parts, a Cobb County-based full house sponsor, started their second home build of the year on April 15. The one-story house will be a home for single mother Artavia and her two children. After working as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Piedmont Healthcare for 15 years, Artavia is excited to move to a larger home in a neighborhood where her family can spend time outdoors, which they don't feel comfortable doing in their current apartment. Genuine Parts Company Director of Employee & Community Relations, Venitia Smith, said they engage their employees in volunteer opportunities to fulfill the company's commitment to local communities. The Georgia Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of Joseph Priester for the murder of Genaro Rojas-Martinez at a Smyrna gas station in 2017. Priester had appealed to the court after being found guilty and sentenced to life in prison without parole. Priester's lawyers argued that the trial court improperly admitted evidence that Priester had robbed someone and shot at their car the day before the murder, but the Supreme Court ruled that the evidence against Priester was strong enough to convict him without it. Priester was identified through surveillance footage, cell phone records, and possession of the car seen at the scene of the crime. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sandy White, director of adult programs at Oakland Cemetery, details "Illumine 2023," which begins on April 27. Plus, we hear about "The Seedling," a new collaboration between Kennesaw State University's theater department and Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Georgia Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of a Thomaston man for murdering another man in 2017 at a Smyrna gas station. Joseph Priester had appealed to the high court after a Cobb County jury in 2018 found him guilty of murdering Genaro Rojas-Martinez. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disney on Ice's Pablo Saccinto sits down with us to talk about the upcoming show in Duluth, life on the road, how he started skating, and his favorite Disney movies.  Also: The Taste of Mableton festival kicked off with a parade featuring Pebblebrook High School's Mighty Marching Machine band and other local groups. The parade showcased the multicultural talents of the Mableton community and marched down Floyd Road to the Mable House complex. The event was attended by many students who had worked hard to prepare for the parade. Parade grand marshal Jeff Padgett was enthusiastic about the event, and Fernanda Juarez from the TEOTL Foundation said it was emotional to see different people sharing their cultures. South Cobb students and JROTC members Andrea Galdamez and Yazmin Vanegas enjoyed the parade, but after the performance, they were really looking forward to getting some food. The M2R TrailFest is a free, public arts festival taking place on May 13th. This year, attendees can enjoy art installations and performances along the Mountain to River Trail, which stretches from Lewis Park to Brown Park. There will be sculptures, mural additions, free art drops, scavenger hunts, and a pet parade. The festival also features live music, dancers, and aerialists. Visitors can choose their path and see the brightly colored murals and sculptures along the way. The event is sponsored by SA White Oil and raises funds for the Marietta Art Council. More information is available at m2trailfest.com. Despite having five stitches removed from his shooting hand just two days before, Wheeler alum Jaylen Brown led the Boston Celtics to a 112-99 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series. Brown recorded game highs of 29 points and 12 rebounds, while Jayson Tatum added 25 points and 11 rebounds. Atlanta's Trae Young, finished with 16 points, and Dejounte Murray led the Hawks with 24 points and eight rebounds. Game 2 will be played in Boston tonight at 7:00 PM on NBA TV, and then the series will shift to Atlanta Friday night. Each summer, outstanding young American instrumentalists from the National Youth Orchestra 2 come together for the free orchestra program with the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America and NYO Jazz for intensive training and performance opportunities. Four members of the NYO2 for 2023 are student musicians in Cobb Schools. Harrison 10th grader Euginie Lim will join the group as a violinist. Ian Lilly, an 11th-grade band student at North Cobb High School, earned a spot as a trombone player. And Wheeler's Christian Phanhthourath and Angelina Lu round out the Cobb selections. Christian plays the cello, and Angelina is a violinist. Gary Varner, a former head coach at Allatoona High School, has taken a new role as an assistant coach for North Cobb Christian's football team. Varner had to step down from his previous position due to the rigors of teaching full-time and dealing with recovery from multiple cancer surgeries. He received many offers from other coaches, but chose North Cobb Christian because of his respect for head coach Matt Jones. Varner will bring his experience and knowledge to the team as they prepare for the upcoming season. Marietta City Schools has welcomed a new "crisis response canine" named Barney, a black Lab who will offer support to students in need. Barney will be assigned to Officer Paul Hill, who works as a school resource officer in the city's elementary schools. The specially trained dog will assist students and adults with emotional and mental health issues by providing comfort and de-escalation during crisis situations. Barney will be used in court, too, where he can sit under the witness stand if a child has to testify. Barney's cost will be covered by the Marietta City Schools Foundation, a nonprofit which supports the school system. Sprayberry High School held its third annual interfaith baccalaureate ceremony on Thursday night. The event included seniors and local faith leaders who delivered messages of wisdom for adulthood to an audience of about 60 people. The ceremony aimed to represent the diversity of the school's student population, which includes Christians, Hindus, Jews and Muslims. The messages from the faith leaders focused on adapting to change, seeking wisdom from parents and contributing to society. Each student was called up individually to receive a certificate from the school's principal. Students stayed after the ceremony to eat baked goods and hug family members. Editor Ron Cobb recently discussed a Civil War memoir by John C. Reed, a line officer in the 8th Georgia Infantry, at an event in Marietta. The manuscript, which chronicles Reed's firsthand experiences of General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia, was published in full for the first time. Reed, who fought throughout the entire war, was educated in classics and was wounded at least twice in battles at Manassas and Gettysburg. The manuscript, which includes 226 footnotes, has been edited by Cobb, who described the challenges of deciphering the text and making minimal changes. The memoir also includes Reed's observations on baseball and his practice of taking a slave to war with him. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Charles Stanley, the Senior Pastor at First Baptist Atlanta and founder of In Touch Ministries, has died at the age of 90. According to his family Dr. Stanley passed away peacefully at his home. For more than five decades, the pastor, broadcaster, and author served on the staff of First Baptist Atlanta. He was named Senior Pastor in 1971, becoming the 16th pastor at the historic church that was founded in 1848. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each summer, outstanding young American instrumentalists from the National Youth Orchestra 2 come together for the free orchestra program with the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America and NYO Jazz for intensive training and performance opportunities. Four members of the NYO2 for 2023 are student musicians in Cobb Schools. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Giffin made the rounds last month at the Best of Cobb. Here's a selection from some of the good folks he got to talk to.  #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2 of our Resurrecting series, Mike shows us why the resurrection of Jesus is so important to our faith as Christ's followers.

The Cobb County School District in Georgia has proposed allocating $930,578 for 11 new school resource officers in its fiscal 2024 budget. Superintendent Chris Ragsdale cites recent school shootings as reasons for adding armed officers to the force, stating that they deter potential intruders and provide immediate response times. However, Democratic school board member Becky Sayler expressed concern that an increase in armed officers could result in more student arrests, particularly among students of color. Republican board member Randy Scamihorn assured Sayler that the officers are well-trained to de-escalate situations. The final approval of the budget is expected on May 18th. Marietta City Council's approval of a mixed-use development project that would replace a Kroger grocery store with apartments and retail space was vetoed by Mayor Steve "Thunder" Tumlin. The project would have seen the redevelopment of a 4.8-acre lot by developer William Casaday, who requested a rezoning. Tumlin's veto was backed by Councilman Grif Chalfant, who campaigned for lower housing density. A six-month moratorium on new apartment building applications was approved after the project's rejection. The property's future remains unclear, with concerns raised about the possibility of less desirable commercial ventures worsening traffic in the area. Kennesaw House, now home to the Marietta History Center, was once a hotel where James J. Andrews and his group of volunteer raiders from the Union Army stayed the night before embarking on the Great Locomotive Chase in 1862. The raiders commandeered The General locomotive and three box cars heading for Big Shanty, Kennesaw, cutting telegraph wires and attempting to do as much damage to the railroad as possible. They were eventually captured, and Andrews and seven others were convicted as spies and hanged. Disney turned it into a film in 1956, staring Fess Parker as Andrews and Jeffrey Hunter as Fuller.  The Southern Museum, located across the tracks in Kennesaw, now houses The General locomotive and tells the story of the Great Locomotive Chase. The Southern Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Mount Paran Christian School has announced that student Claire Finch has been named a finalist for the 2023 Georgia Governor's Honors Program (GHP) as a visual arts major. The GHP is a four-week-long college immersive program for Georgia's top students in academics and the arts, and it will be held at Georgia Southern University. As a finalist, Finch represents the top quartile of the top percentile of her student peer group in the state. MPCS also set new school benchmarks with its largest contingency of nominees ever and multiple semifinalists named in one year. The program is fully funded by Georgia's state legislature.  Cobb County School District Superintendent Chris Ragsdale surprised many by recommending a tax cut as part of the district's $1.5 billion budget for 2024. Ragsdale proposed reducing the millage rate from 18.9 to 18.7 mills and offering 7.5% raises to all full-time employees. The budget also includes about $83 million to fund the raises, which range from 7.5% to 12.1%. Ragsdale called the budget "very employee focused." The tax rollback would reduce the district's revenue from property taxes by about $7.6 million annually. Two public hearings are scheduled to allow the public to weigh in on the proposal. The Marietta City Council has voted to freeze new apartment applications for six months, directing city staff to conduct a study examining the city's zoning code as it relates to apartments. The item authorizes them to hire a consultant if needed. Skepticism about apartments has been a concern for some time, as they have been associated with transiency, crime, and a lack of upkeep which leads to blight. The moratorium was approved after the mayor vetoed the council's approval of the 322-unit apartment complex at the corner of Powers Ferry and Delk roads. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Cartersville man died Wednesday morning after the dump truck he was driving overturned on Atlanta Road, just north of the Fulton County line. James Maddox was driving the Mack 700 dump truck when the bed of the truck fully extended into the up position around 4:50 a.m. Wednesday, according to Shenise Barner, spokesperson for Cobb police. The truck bed collided with the train bridge crossing over Atlanta Road, causing the truck to turn onto its left side, Barner added. Maddox was ejected from the truck and pronounced dead at the scene of the crash by the Cobb County Medical Examiner's Office. The collision remains under investigation. Anyone with additional information regarding the crash is asked to contact investigators. A groundbreaking ceremony was held for a first-of-its-kind affordable housing project for city and school employees at 37 Griggs St. in Marietta, Georgia. The partnership between the city, its school district, and Habitat for Humanity was made possible by federal COVID-19 relief funds. The project will consist of six homes available exclusively to city and Marietta School District employees, costing the purchaser no more than $250,000. Habitat for Humanity will build the first three houses in 2023, with construction on the house at 37 Griggs St. beginning on June 3. The project is aimed at offering employees an opportunity to live where they work at an affordable price. Atlanta Braves fans celebrated hundreds of cancer survivors and their families at the Northside Hospital Cancer Survivor Celebration, held at Truist Park before the Braves' game against the Cincinnati Reds on April 11. The parade was led by David DuVal, a throat cancer survivor, who also had the chance to start the game with a ceremonial call of "Play ball!" The event was a great opportunity for cancer survivors to enjoy the baseball game and celebrate their strength and resilience. The Braves won the game 7-6, providing a perfect ending to the uplifting celebration. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp attended the opening of Yamaha's new Marine Innovation Center in Kennesaw. The center will house Yamaha's Connected Boat Division and planning and development division, which include engineers and project managers. The facility is focused on developing smart boat technology, allowing customers to control their boats using a mobile app. Yamaha plans to recruit engineers and team members from local universities, including Kennesaw State University, Georgia Tech, and the University of Georgia, among others. Over 100 of the company's 2,300 employees in Georgia will work at the new center.  Vicky Savrin's baked goods, which were originally sold only at the Marietta Farmers Market, are now served at her Café Rivkah, which is located in the Pavilions at East Lake shopping center. Customers can order fresh bagels, breads, pastries, and other Mediterranean goods for breakfast and lunch, in addition to cold and hot coffee and teas. The cafe caters and provides meals for a child development center in North Druid Hills, as well. Café Rivkah's foot traffic is increasing as the bakery expands its local reach and clientele. The bakery is open six days a week from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is closed on Mondays.Top of Form Kennesaw State introduced their new basketball coach this week.   The Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta's Women's Auxiliary Kettle Krush 5K run/walk fundraiser registration is now open. The event aims to raise funds for the programs and services provided by The Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta. Led by four East Cobb women and their committee, the organization is close to reaching the $500,000 mark in net proceeds over its five-year history. The event will take place on May 20 on Marietta Square, and the race entry fee is $30 if registered online by May 10. Late registration is $35 through May 19, and race day registration is $40. Osborne's postseason run came to an end with a penalty kicks loss to Denmark in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA state boys' soccer playoffs at Cardinal Stadium on Wednesday. While the season comes to an end for Region 5AAAAAAA champion Osborne, Denmark – the fourth seed from 6AAAAAAA – will play at Collins Hill in the second round next Tuesday. After a scoreless first half, both teams scored a goal apiece in the second half to force the game into overtime and then each scored another goal in the second overtime period to force the contest to be decided by penalty kicks. Denmark made it five penalty kicks in a row when Ivan Kobby kicked his attempt in the net to give the Danes a 5-4 advantage, but Osborne's fifth PK fell short when Alexis Gutierrez's attempt was blocked by goalkeeper Austin Bender to secure the win for the Danes. Southern Entertainment, along with TRZ Management and JRM Management Services, is bringing Georgia Country Music Fest to Marietta on Labor Day weekend, September first through the third.  The festival will take place at Jim R. Miller Park and feature country's biggest stars, including Turnpike Troubadours, Cody Jinks, Koe Wetzel, and Jamey Johnson, along with over 30 other artists. Early bird tickets are now available for purchase. The festival promises to offer a unique experience with live performances, vendors, theme nights, and camping. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Prillaman, former executive of Caraustar Industries and philanthropist, passed away at the age of 90. Prillaman made an indelible impact on Cobb County through his philanthropy and activism. He played a key role in the growth of Wellstar Health System in the region and in the partnership between Wellstar and Kennesaw State University. Prillaman also wrote about healthcare issues for his community in a November MDJ guest column, encouraging collaboration among local hospitals, government, and community members. Prillaman was born into poverty in Bassett, Virginia, and worked his way up the ranks in the paper industry. He will be remembered for his kindness, thoughtfulness, and loyalty as a friend. A motorcyclist named Felix Witt was injured in a crash in east Cobb on Monday night. The incident took place around 6:10 pm when Witt's black 2022 KTR 390 motorcycle collided with a white 2017 Mazda CX5 driven by Sandra Craine. Craine attempted a U-turn at the intersection, in front of the motorcycle, which led to the collision. Witt was ejected from his motorcycle and was taken to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. Craine, who is 76 years old, was not hurt. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact Cobb police. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp spoke to the Cobb Chamber of Commerce, touting the state's economy and fiscal conservatism. Kemp pointed to the state's low unemployment rate, economic development successes, and balanced budget. With a budget surplus of over $6 billion, the state returned funds to taxpayers through state income tax rebates and property tax relief. Kemp highlighted the state's record of being named the best state to do business for nine years in a row and announced roughly 150,000 new jobs and $60 billion of new investment since he took office. The governor also mentioned legislative measures passed, such as the Safe School Act, teacher pay raises, and combating human trafficking. The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority and the Kennesaw Downtown Merchants Association have announced the third annual First Friday Concert Series in downtown Kennesaw. The series will run from May to October, with no concert in July. The community is invited to stroll through the historic downtown area and enjoy an evening of shopping, dining, and live music from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pedestrian Underpass/Tunnel Plaza off Main Street. VIP Tables are available for reservation, which include a six-foot table with a tablecloth, centerpiece, and special gift, and can seat six individuals. The lineup includes bands such as 293 Band, The GlowBand- an Ealges tribute, Run Katie Run, Brotherhood-a Doobie Brothers tribute, and Emerald Empire Band. Two high school basketball teams from Cobb County finished in the top 25 of the final national polls. Wheeler, the Class 7A state champion, ranked 24th in ESPN's final top 25. Kell, the Class 5A state champion, ranked 20th in USA Today's poll. Wheeler went 27-7 and defeated opponents by an average of 14 points. Kell went 28-2 and won their games by an average of 34 points in the final 15 games of the season. Both teams played a national schedule and won their state championships, while featuring rosters full of future college stars. Kennesaw State has found their new basketball coach, and he's coming from an SEC power.   The five newest graduates of the Cobb County Drug Treatment Court were recently celebrated by judges, elected officials, community members, court staff, attorneys, family members, and friends. The program, which lasts 18-24 months, provides an alternative to incarceration for individuals with substance use disorders. The program combines close supervision, evidence-based treatment, and recovery support to teach offenders to be productive members of the community. The graduates shared their success stories and expressed hope and excitement for their future. The program is presided over by Superior Court Judge Kimberly A. Childs, and attended by other elected officials, including the District Attorney, Commissioner, and Clerk of Superior Court. The Harrison girls' soccer team won their eighth straight game with a 4-0 victory over South Gwinnett in the Class AAAAAAAA state playoffs. Caroline Shaw had a goal and an assist, and Addie Watt, Courtney Cangialosi, and Sydney Snow all scored. In other Cobb County action, Walton won 3-0 against West Forsyth, Kennesaw Mountain lost 3-0 to Denmark, and Brookwood beat Hillgrove 1-0. Harrison (13-3-1) will face the winner of Camden County and East Coweta in Round 2 on Monday, and Walton will host the winner of Meadowcreek and Buford on Monday. Lia McGrath from Ingles Markets answers our questions about Fasting. Community reporter Matt Goldin joins us again with our Dayco Systems Community Event Calendar.   #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Marietta City Council is scheduled to vote Wednesday on a six-month moratorium on new apartments in the city as Mayor Steve “Thunder” Tumlin and council members seek to pump the brakes on multifamily housing. The proposal comes after the city has received a raft of applications to build new apartments. Recently proposed residential buildings include one in downtown Marietta, one at the corner of Delk and Powers Ferry roads, and one at the corner of Roswell and Powers Ferry roads. But the moratorium would not apply to any of those proposals, since developers are entitled to city law as it stands when they submit their application. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vietnam Veteran Alan Mitchell, 79, was served an eviction notice a week ago. The Extended Stay America Kennesaw-Chastain on Busbee Drive wants him gone, according to Mitchell. Mitchell said his original rent started at $46.79 a day in 2020, then went to $48.29 before they increased it again on January 6, 2022, to a rate of $53.19 a day. On March 24, 2022, his rent increased to $68.39 a day and then to a rate of $70.19 a day on April 24, 2022, according to Mitchell. “I protested to the manager, citing the law and all she and her assistant could say is, ‘We are a hotel,' like a broken record,” Mitchell said. “I contacted their guest relations department, which I learned just circles around to the manager before I attempted to reach the district manager and never received a response.” #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've heard John tell us about his round at Augusta National and cover the event this week. Today, learn more about the moment he found out he was selected to play the historic course.  #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike kicks off our Resurrecting sermon series with the life-changing message that God invites us into a Resurrected Life regardless of where we've been or what we've done.

Mike kicks off our Resurrecting sermon series with the life-changing message that God invites us into a Resurrected Life regardless of where we've been or what we've done.

The burning of the piano, a long-standing tradition that started with the Royal Air Force, was recently held at Dobbins Air Reserve Base to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the 700th Airlift Squadron. The ceremony is also meant to honor fallen airmen, particularly those who have given their lives in support of the squadron's missions through the years. The tradition is said to have originated from two stories related to the RAF during World War II. The controlled burn is conducted with utmost caution to minimize risks and maximize safety. The event at Dobbins was the first of its kind and is planned to be an annual tradition commemorating those who lost airmen from Dobbins who died in the previous year. A woman accused of shoplifting, Laytosha Virgil, escaped into a storm drain during a hearing in the Cobb County Superior Court's mental health court. She had been out on a $5,720 bond for felony shoplifting when she suddenly left the courthouse and was found in a storm drain. Law enforcement went through about 100 feet of narrow drainage to secure Virgil, who refused to leave, and bring her back above ground. Virgil was taken into custody around 3 p.m. and transported to a local hospital for evaluation and medical care. Thursday was the second time in two months Virgil was caught trying to hide from authorities. A husband and wife who used to work at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital have been arrested for allegedly stealing an urn and disposing of a child's ashes. The Frederics, both of Dallas, are accused of taking the urn containing the cremated remains of a baby from a teddy bear belonging to Carla Watson while working at a linen sorting facility at Kennestone. They were charged with theft by taking and abandonment of a dead body and released on $8,470 bond. Chris Kirk shot 2-under par 70 on his opening round of the Masters on Thursday. Kirk had a rough start with a double-bogey on the second hole followed by two bogeys. However, he bounced back and made a pair of 10-foot putts for birdie on the seventh and ninth holes. Kirk became the first player to make an eagle at the newly lengthened par-5 13th. He made his final birdie on the par-3 16th and saved his par on the par-4 17th. On the final hole, his par putt lipped out, resulting in a bogey. In his three previous Masters appearances, Kirk has made the cut twice.       Make sure to stay tuned to the end of the podcast to hear all the fun upcoming events put on by JRM Events. Greater Community Church of God in Christ is hosting a service on Sunday, April 9 to celebrate the culmination of Holy Week with a Resurrection Day program, featuring special musical guest Beverly Crawford, an award-winning Gospel singer and pastor. The service will start at 11 a.m. The theme for the program is “The Calvary Experience”. Bishop Matthew L. Brown, Pastor of Greater Community Church, welcomes Crawford as they commemorate the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Crawford is best known for being a vocalist with the New Life Singers on the Black Entertainment Network's “Bobby Jones Gospel Show.” Marietta native and University of Georgia's Charlie Condon, a redshirt freshman, has been named to the Golden Spikes Award midseason watch list, which goes to the top amateur baseball player in the country. Condon, an outfielder and first baseman, leads the Bulldogs offense with a .449 batting average, 11 home runs, 42 RBI, an .832 slugging percentage, and a .531 on-base percentage. Condon played his high school ball at The Walker School. He has started all 29 games this season and has reached base in 28 straight games. The semifinalists will be announced on May 22, and the winner will be announced on Sunday, June 25, on ESPN. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cobb Galleria Specialty Shops, located inside the Cobb Galleria convention center in Georgia, USA, was never as successful as its developers had hoped. Even when the convention business took off, the mall failed to take advantage of this trend. Today, the mall is home to 20 remaining shops, which pay month-to-month leases that barely cover operating costs. Plans to redevelop the Galleria complex by razing the mall and building a hotel and restaurants have been around since the 1990s, and the project is now gaining traction thanks to a revenue-sharing agreement between the authority, the Cobb Board of Commissioners and Cobb's cities. The Trust for Public Land, a non-profit that builds parks, has purchased a nine-acre scrub-covered lot in Mableton Parkway, located across the Chattahoochee River from Fulton County Airport in Atlanta. The site is intended to serve as the first of 25 regional trailheads for the Chattahoochee Riverlands project, a massive undertaking to create a series of parks and trails connecting a 100-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee from Lake Lanier's Buford Dam to Newnan. The first portion of the trail in south Cobb will be a pilot project that showcases the potential of the full Riverlands project. The Georgia Tech baseball program announced on Thursday that they will retire former Yellow Jacket standout Mark Teixeira's Number 23. Teixeira, a former Atlanta Braves first baseman, will be honored in a pregame ceremony on May 20th before Georgia Tech's game against Virginia. His number will join only two other retired numbers in program history. During his time at Georgia Tech, Teixeira earned a long list of honors, including the 2000 Dick Howser Trophy, National Player of the Year, 2000 ACC Player of the Year, and 2000 consensus first-team All-American. He was also named to the All-ACC first team twice. Teixeira played a 14-year career in MLB, winning five Gold Gloves and three Silver Sluggers. He also won the 2009 World Series as a member of the New York Yankees. Teixeira was elected to the Georgia Tech Sports Hall of Fame in 2011 and returned to campus after retiring from professional baseball to complete his degree in business administration in 2022. Bridger Properties, the developers behind the proposed 135-unit residential building in Marietta downtown, are considering condominiums instead of apartments for the building. The developers held a community meeting to hear from residents, many of whom were concerned about the maintenance of rental apartments. The seven-story building would be built on a 1.25-acre site north of the Marietta Square Market food hall. The land is already zoned for a category that permits the building, and the developers are not seeking variances from the city. However, Mayor Steve “Thunder” Tumlin and some City Council members have said they do not want it to be built. Community reporter Matt Goldin catches up with John Bednarowski coming to us from the Masters, presented by Ingles. An Arizona resident named Michael Lopez completed the Georgia Bass Slam, catching seven different species of bass across Georgia. The Bass Slam recognizes anglers with knowledge and skill while also promoting conservation and management of black bass and their habitats. To qualify, fish must be caught legally on waters where permission is granted, within a calendar year, and basic information and photos must be provided. Successful Bass Slammers receive a certificate, passes to the Go Fish Education Center, stickers, and recognition on the Bass Slam webpage and social media. Additionally, Georgia has a Trophy Bass Angler Award program for largemouth bass catches of 10 pounds or greater. Atlanta-based Bridger Properties has outlined plans for a multimillion-dollar renovation of the land it owns in Marietta's downtown area. The plans include a public plaza at Marietta Station, a facelift for a dozen stores on Church Street, and a new seven-storey residential building north of Marietta Square Market food hall. The developer has also said it will lease its retail properties to small businesses and local operators, and it is seeking new restaurants and retail outlets for Church Street. However, residents raised concerns over the departure of previous tenants, the rental rates charged and the loss of parking spaces. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sherrard Marquise Brooks, a 24-year-old man from Austell, has been indicted by a Cobb grand jury on charges of murder and child abuse in connection to the death of his one-month-old daughter, Nevaeh Brooks. Smyrna police responded to alleged child abuse at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in November 2021, where Nevaeh's mother, Alissa Marchand, had taken her. Nevaeh was found to have extensive brain hemorrhages and bruises all over her body. Brooks claimed his daughter had no visible injuries, but medical records showed otherwise. Nevaeh was pronounced dead in November 2021, and the Cobb County Medical Examiner's Office concluded her death was due to non-accidental trauma. Brooks is being held without bond at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center. Derek Price II, a junior at Kennesaw State University, has received a prestigious Barry M. Goldwater scholarship for his academic excellence in science, mathematics, and engineering. He is one of 417 recipients chosen this year and the fifth KSU student to receive this honor. Price, a mechanical engineering major, has a strong passion for math and science, and his research in the field of aerospace engineering has been widely praised. He hopes to inspire the next generation of underrepresented students to pursue STEM careers and plans to continue his research in aeronautics, controls, and robotics at a national laboratory while pursuing a Ph.D.Top of Form Chris Kirk, former Etowah High School and University of Georgia standout, is making his first appearance at the Masters since 2016. Kirk had struggled with alcoholism and depression and had to take time off to rehabilitate. He returned to the PGA Tour in 2019 and has since posted four top 10 finishes, currently sitting at seventh on the FedEx Cup points list and ranked No. 32 in the Official World Golf Rankings. Kirk won his first tournament in almost a decade at the Honda Classic and earned a spot in the Masters. This will be his fourth Masters start, playing with Abraham Ancer and Keegan Bradley on Thursday at 10:06 a.m. Dr. Victor Bledsoe, pastor of Shiloh Hills Baptist Church, has named Sheila Langford as the principal of Shiloh Hills Christian School. Langford, a Georgia native, received her bachelor's in Education from Berry College in 1993. She earned a master's degree in Educational Leadership from Jacksonville State in 2005. She recently earned a master's degree in Biblical Studies from Moody Theological Seminary. She has dedicated 28 years to Christian education. She wrote “The Georgia Play,” where students learned and performed the history of Georgia. She also wrote a middle school curriculum that would guide 6th, 7th and 8th graders through the entire Bible in three years. In its first public meeting before a city board, developer Bridger Properties received approval to convert a small parking lot at the Marietta Station office complex to a public plaza, and give a facelift to its stores along Church Street. The city's Historic Board of Review voted unanimously to approve the design at its Monday night meeting, with board member Chris Brown absent. Bridger can now proceed with its plans to replace a 22-spot parking lot along the Mountain to River Trail into a park, and spruce up its Church Street properties with new paint, doors, awnings and other features. The developer has more dramatic plans to change downtown, however. Bridger, which owns more than four acres of downtown real estate, is looking to build a 135-unit, 84-foot-tall apartment building off Marietta Square. The historic board is scheduled to hear that proposal and vote on the apartment building's appearance at its May 1 meeting. The Cobb Planning Commission has delayed a proposal to build 20 homes on the site of a historic log cabin on Post Oak Tritt Road in east Cobb. The proposal by Kenneth Clary has been met with concerns from the public about maintaining the historical significance of the property, which includes the one-room log cabin, constructed in the early 19th century. The cabin is uninhabitable, but the historic preservation group Cobb Landmarks has been working to save it. The delay is due to a lack of information from the applicant, and the proposal will be heard at a later date. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Bednrowski checks in with us from Augusta National, as we continue our Masters coverage presented by Ingles.   #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 In its first public meeting before a city board, developer Bridger Properties received approval to convert a small parking lot at the Marietta Station office complex to a public plaza, and give a facelift to its stores along Church Street. The city's Historic Board of Review voted unanimously to approve the design at its Monday night meeting, with board member Chris Brown absent. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lassiter grad Cody Rhodes, along with Finn Balor, Carmella, Liv Morgan, and announcer Alicia Taylor of the WWE visited 20 families through the Make-A-Wish program at Universal Studios on Friday. The wrestlers posed for photos, signed autographs, and gave the families a private tour of the studio and access to the theme park. They also invited the families to attend WrestleMania 39 this weekend. Rhodes, who lost in the main event against Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship on Sunday, said helping others with his fame is the best part of his job. He believes the visit to the families was the most important thing he did all week. Vietnam veterans and their families were celebrated and recognized during a commemoration event hosted by the Horace Orr Post 29 of the American Legion at Chattahoochee Technical College. President Obama proclaimed a 13-year period to thank and honor veterans of the war, starting on Memorial Day in 2012 and continuing through Veterans Day in 2025. In 2017, President Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act, designating every March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. This year, President Biden honored the veterans in a proclamation letter, thanking them for their sacrifice. Approximately 9 million Americans served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and around 7 million are still living today. A $1.45 million contract was awarded to Accenture by the Cobb Board of Commissioners to develop a five-year strategic plan for the county. However, tension arose this week between Chairwoman Lisa Cupid and Commissioner Keli Gambrill as the board quizzed consultants with questions about recommended strategies the county might pursue over the next five years. Gambrill expressed skepticism over the recommended strategies, particularly in relation to economic development, and suggested that the county's involvement in these initiatives should be left to the Cobb Chamber of Commerce. Cupid argued that economic development was a key function of government, and the county could partner with the chamber while retaining accountability to taxpayers And, John Bednarowski checks in with us from Augusta National as the Masters Practice rounds have begun. Make sure to tune in all this week for our Masters Coverage presented by Ingles. Marietta's Dansby Swanson, in his debut for the Chicago Cubs, hit three hits, drove in a run and helped Marcus Stroman escape a bases-loaded jam to a 4-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. He was signed to a seven-year, $177m contract and became the first Cub to have three hits in his team debut since September 2019. Swanson admitted the transition to Chicago had been tough, but he was sure he was led there. Faith is an essential part of the Swansons' outlook, and prayer played a significant role in his free agency decision. Swanson's value goes beyond just numbers, and his durability has become a trademark of his game. The Cobb County Department of Public Safety is hosting a 13-week Citizens Public Safety Academy starting May 2nd at 6 p.m. This program provides citizens aged 21 or older with an inside look at how the police, fire, animal services, and 911 departments work together to ensure public safety. Interested individuals must live or work in Cobb County, and all applicants must fill out an application and undergo a background check. The program includes tours of public safety facilities, training on firearms safety and defensive tactics, and classes on hazardous materials and heavy rescue operations. The deadline to register is April 29th at 3 p.m. For more information, contact Sargent Reid. The Powder Springs Planning Commission approved a rezoning request allowing for the construction of 446 apartments and 11,000 square feet of retail space on a 56-acre tract at the northwest corner of Barrett Parkway and Macedonia Road. South City Partners, an Atlanta-based developer, is seeking the rezoning for the mixed-use development, which will include a mix of multifamily units, single-family homes, and townhomes, as well as retail components, and potential for a sit-down restaurant. Monthly rents will range from $1,400 to $2,600 for the apartments, and the development is expected to act as a "gateway to the city." Five Cobb County players and four coaches from Georgia Athletic Coaches Association's all-state teams are recognized this week. Among the players, Kell's Crystal Henderson, Isaiah Collier from Wheeler, Ace Bailey from McEachern, Peyton Marshall from Kell, and Albert Wilson from North Cobb Christian, earned the GACA player of the year. Four teams from each classification received North and South honors. Four coaches of the year were recognized for the boys, while Kandra Bailey and Stephanie Dunn were recognized for the girls. In total, 27 players were honored, and schools from Kell, Wheeler, and McEachern dominated the all-state selections. #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mt. Bethel Church held an Easter Walk on Wednesday, depicting Holy Week events leading up to Easter. Stations representing Jesus' last week were set up around the lake behind the church, as adults recounted the Easter story for children.  #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We conclude our series on the Lord's Prayer by learning how to pray and resist when temptation comes knocking on our door.

CEO of MUST Ministries and Piedmont pastor Ike Reighard joins the show to talk about MUST, the Cobb Community, and more.  #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews        -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.             Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline            Register Here for your essential digital news.            https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/  https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/           Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.             This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis described Florida as "where woke goes to die" during a rally Thursday promoting his book at Adventure Outdoor in Smyrna, the Cobb County gun store that was the center of a controversial ATF inspection this week.  The governor used the event to pitch Florida as a state that is flourishing under his leadership, while claimi