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MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Oct 26th     Publish Date:  Oct 25rd Commercial: Henssler :15   From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.  Today is Thursday, October 26th and Happy 76th Birthday to Pat Sajak I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Cobb Commission Puts Brakes on Resolution Supporting Israel and Condemning Hamas Georgia Supreme Court upholds six-week abortion ban   Cobb Commission Wants Legislature to Tighten Process for Forming New Cities   Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss cottage cheese.   All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: CU of GA  STORY 1: Cobb Commission Puts Brakes on Resolution Supporting Israel and Condemning Hamas The Cobb Board of Commissioners delayed passing a resolution condemning Palestinian terrorist group Hamas and offering unequivocal support for Israel after extended discussion at its meeting Tuesday evening. While the board technically voted 5-0 to deny the resolution, Commissioner Keli Gambrill clarified the board would engage more community members in attempting to draft a revised resolution that addresses the war. The decision came in the wake of Commissioner JoAnn Birrell presenting a draft resolution to the board at Monday's work session offering “full and unwavering support of Israel's self-defense” weeks after it declared war on the militant Palestinian group Hamas. However, Chairwoman Lisa Cupid started a debate when she presented messages from Muslim residents expressing disappointment in the resolution's language. The board, after a prolonged debate Monday, decided against moving forward with the resolution, though it remained on the board's consent agenda when Tuesday's meeting rolled around. Before discussing the resolution Tuesday, commissioners heard from six people during the first public comment segment of the meeting who were opposed to the resolution. Those speakers were joined by scores of Muslim residents of Cobb in the crowd at Tuesday's meeting. STORY 2: Georgia Supreme Court upholds six-week abortion ban The Georgia Supreme Court ruled in favor of allowing a state law, known as the Living Infants Fairness and Equality (LIFE) Act, to remain in effect. This law, passed in 2019, prohibits most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, with exceptions for rape, incest, and medical emergencies. The law had been blocked by federal courts, but it was reinstated by the state Supreme Court pending the outcome of a lawsuit. The plaintiffs, including the reproductive rights group Sistersong, argued that the Georgia law was unconstitutional as it conflicted with the 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, which protected women's right to abortion. However, the majority of Georgia justices sided with the state's argument that the law should stay in effect following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in the Dobbs case, which overturned Roe v. Wade and removed the constitutional right to abortion. STORY 3: Cobb Commission Wants Legislature to Tighten Process for Forming New Cities The Cobb Board of Commissioners is requesting the Cobb County Legislative Delegation to tighten the process for creating new cities. The move comes after the incorporation of Mableton and the subsequent efforts by some residents to de-annex from the new city. The county's legislative priorities include the need for new cities to demonstrate substantial support by gathering a petition signed by at least 10 percent of registered voters within the proposed city's jurisdiction before incorporation. The commission argues that newly incorporated cities can lead to duplication of local government structures, disrupt long-term planning and service delivery, and potentially result in higher taxes for both city and non-city residents. Additionally, the commission is emphasizing the importance of prioritizing transportation funding in the 2024 legislative session, particularly focusing on supporting Georgia's Major Mobility Investment Program. This program aims to enhance transportation infrastructure, including express lane projects and bus rapid transit implementation.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.    We'll be right back  Break: ESOG – ELON – JRM (CRAFTS & DRAFTS) – THE MARKET STORY 4: Groups Compete for Best Scarecrow on Marietta Square The Marietta Square hosted a scarecrow competition as part of the city's HarvestFest. More than 50 entries were received from local schools, clubs, companies, and organizations, each displaying unique scarecrow creations. These entries were judged in categories such as Business, School/Scout/Youth Club, Nonprofit/Adult Club, Government Entities, and Best in Show. Winners in these categories included Urban Renewal Consignment, Marietta High School Theatre Department, Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County, Cobb County Communications Department, and Marietta Daisies Garden Club, respectively. The event aims to celebrate creativity and community spirit while providing a festive atmosphere on Marietta Square. STORY 5: Cobb and Marietta Teachers of the Year Honored at Pep Rally Over 130 educators, including Teachers of the Year from various public schools in Cobb County, Marietta City Schools, and local colleges, were celebrated at the 35th annual "Give Our Schools a Hand" pep rally held at Wheeler High School. The event recognized teachers with advanced degrees and a collective teaching experience of 2,200 years. Performances by school bands and choirs added to the celebratory atmosphere. The four district-level Teachers of the Year received the big prize of a one-year car lease from Voyles Automotive Group. The event, sponsored by the Cobb Chamber of Commerce and local businesses, aims to honor educators and strengthen the local educational system. We'll be back in a moment  Break: DAYCO – DRAKE – POWERS   STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH And now here is Bruce Jenkins' conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss Cottage Cheese.   STORY 7: LEAH INTERVIEW   Break: JRM (KENNESAW) – INGLES  – Henssler :60  Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. 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From the Henssler Financial Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal podcast presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia. Today is Monday August 28th and I'm Brian GiffinA female student from Wheeler High School was involved in an accident while crossing the street on Friday afternoon. The student crossed between cars and was hit by a school bus while using her cell phone. Despite injuries, she was conscious and alert when emergency services arrived. Fortunately, there were no injuries to students on the bus. Both Cobb Schools Police and Cobb Police, along with district staff, responded to the scene. The school's principal is in touch with the family, and a quick recovery is anticipated. An update on Saturday revealed the student is expected to return to school the following week.For more news about our community, visit mdjonline.com. For the Daily Journal Podcast I'm Brian Giffinwwwhenssler.com www.esogrepair.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for June 23rd Friday Publish Date: June 22nd Thursday   Commercial: Henssler :15   From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast Today is Thursday June the 22nd and happy 66th birthday to musician/American Idol star Randy Jackson ***Jackson*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the top stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia 1. Cobb sheriff reports second jail suicide in 3 days 2. Marietta council awards $1.1M in arts and tourism grants 3. And a Powder Springs resident to compete at National Senior Games   Plus, Leah McGrath joins to talk about picky eaters, then we have our weekly visit with a “not so” picky eater, The Marietta Food Guy…Matt DeBusschere Plus All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.   Commercial : ESOG   STORY 1 suicide   A 17-year-old detainee at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center in Georgia died from an apparent suicide. This incident occurred just three days after another detainee's apparent suicide. The deceased, William Ramses Lopez, was found by jail staff and despite immediate medical assistance, he passed away shortly after. Lopez was facing charges related to an armed robbery and aggravated assault. It is believed that Lopez was from Mexico. This marks the eighth death in custody since Sheriff Craig Owens took office in 2021 and the third this year. Sheriff Owens expressed condolences and mentioned the implementation of 24/7 mental health support and medical monitoring wristbands for inmates. However, Lopez and the other detainee were not wearing wristbands as they were not in close observation quarters. The sheriff's office is seeking assistance from the state and community partners to address the mental health challenges and prevent future tragedies...……... Read more about this at mdjonline.com   Story 2: grants   The Marietta City Council has approved grants totaling $1.1 million for local arts, culture, and tourism organizations. These grants are funded by the city's hotel/motel tax and car rental tax. Approximately $750,000 from the auto rental tax was allocated to 18 organizations involved in events, shows, and art displays. Around $445,000 from the hotel/motel tax was distributed among the visitors bureau, Marietta Welcome Center lease, and city staff marketing allocation. The grant allocation process was more complex this year, with council members and the mayor providing their opinions, and an additional $5,000 each was allocated to them for discretionary awards. Some funds were left untouched for potential future use. The largest grants went to city staff services and the Marietta History Center, while other organizations received varying amounts based on their requests. Additional funding was allocated to Brumby Hall for capital improvements to enhance its event space.   Story 3: turner   Loretta Turner, a 68-year-old resident of Powder Springs, has already won a medal ahead of her participation in the 2023 National Senior Games. The Games will be held in Pittsburgh from July 7 to 18, and Turner will compete in the 50- and 100-meter sprints. She has also been recognized as a Humana Game Changer, which acknowledges her as an athlete who exemplifies healthy aging and inspires others to lead active lifestyles. Turner's lifelong dream of competing in the Olympics was put on hold when she became pregnant in 1972. Now, as a matriarch to a large family, she balances her athletic pursuits with managing Crohn's disease, using her experiences to motivate and inspire others, especially seniors, to stay active....….we'll be right back   Break: Dayco –CU of GA - Glover Park   STORY 4: wheeler   Luke Lee, a student at Wheeler High School, has been chosen for the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange program, allowing him to spend his tenth-grade year studying abroad in Germany. This prestigious scholarship is granted to only 50 students from the southeastern United States. The program aims to strengthen German-American ties through citizen diplomacy and is jointly funded by the U.S. Congress and the German Bundestag. Luke will live with a host family, attend a German high school, and immerse himself in German culture. The program is designed to broaden students' perspectives, foster global citizenship, and promote understanding between the two countries. Luke and his family are thrilled about this opportunity for personal and cultural growth.     STORY 5: Sandwiches   More than 90 mothers and daughters gathered at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church to prepare 500 sandwiches for those in need. The event was organized by The National Charity League of East Cobb, a group dedicated to community service. The sandwiches were donated to The Sandwich Project, a nonprofit organization that provides fresh, homemade sandwiches to address food scarcity in the Atlanta area. The National Charity League of East Cobb aims to strengthen the bond between mothers and daughters through shared volunteer work, promoting both community service and nurturing relationships.……... Read more about this at mdjonline.com   Story 6: smyrna   The Smyrna City Council has allocated an additional $1.2 million for a planned splash pad project, raising the total budget to $2.58 million. The splash pad will be constructed at River Line Park near the Riverview Landing development. The project had to be redesigned, resulting in a change of location within the park and an expanded design. The council unanimously approved the additional funding from the city's general fund reserves. The original location was unsuitable due to geological issues, and the new location will require parking adjustments. The project will now proceed to the bidding process, and completion is expected sometime in 2024.   …………we're back, in a moment   Break Drake – Ingle's 4 - Elon   Story 7: eagle   Bald eagle surveys conducted in Georgia this year have shown healthy nesting and successful fledging rates, including in coastal areas that were affected by avian influenza last year. The surveys, led by Dr. Bob Sargent of the state Department of Natural Resources, revealed average to above-average nesting success in the surveyed areas. This is particularly significant considering the impact of avian influenza on bald eagles and other bird species nationwide. The recovery of bald eagles in Georgia is considered a conservation success story, but the species is still listed as threatened in the state. The survey recorded 198 nest territories, with 150 being successful and 232 eagles fledged. These findings indicate that Georgia has maintained over 200 nest territories annually since 2015, with an increasing number of eagles nesting. The surveys are conducted by helicopter twice a year in different sections of the state, with the coast being surveyed annually. The positive results provide reassurance, especially regarding the coast, which experienced a significant decline in nest success rates due to avian influenza.   Story 8: Hodges   Grayson Hodges, a linebacker from North Cobb High School, has committed to playing college football at the Air Force Academy. The 6-foot, 220-pound linebacker chose the Falcons, impressed by their 10-3 record from last season. Hodges expressed his excitement about the opportunity to play for a Division I university and described it as a dream come true. His decision was influenced by the family-oriented and authentic conversations he had with the Air Force coaches, particularly inside linebackers coach Ken Lamendola. Hodges believes he will fit well in the Falcons' defensive scheme, which allows linebackers to roam and make tackles in open space. He aims to continue improving and hopes to achieve postseason success with his high school team.   Story 9: golf   The Mount Paran Christian boys golf team dominated the 2023 season and secured the Class AA state championship. They shot a team total of 290, finishing 34 strokes ahead of the runner-up. Coach Scott Varner praised the team's preparation and mental understanding of the game. He emphasized the importance of managing the golf course, capitalizing on opportunities, and maintaining a team mindset. The victory marked the culmination of years of hard work and perseverance. Varner was recognized as the Cobb County Boys Golf Coach of the Year, but he humbly credited the success to his players and their dedication.   We'll have some final thoughts coming up after this     JRM Events - Henssler 60 Signoff- Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. Read more about all our stories, and get other great content at MDJonline.com. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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Commercial:  Henssler :15 updated ,  Bed Music fires   From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast    Today is Thursday June the 1st and happy 69th birthday to actor Dennis Haysbert ***Haysbert*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the top stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia Cobb schools touts ‘cutting edge' program which funds teachers' graduate degrees Dobbins employee sentenced to 15 years for assault And the Georgia Supreme Court rejects licensing for lactation care  Plus, PPlus, we'll talk with Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets about healthy dinner ideas All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.   Commercial : ESOG   STORY 1 cutting   The Cobb County School District is celebrating its first group of teachers who are earning graduate degrees at no personal cost. Through the "Georgia's BEST" program, a partnership between Cobb schools and the University of West Georgia, hundreds of educators are pursuing master's and specialist degrees. The program allows teachers to earn advanced degrees with the school district covering the expenses, and the University of West Georgia offering discounted tuition and fees. The initiative aims to improve teacher recruitment and retention, alleviate student debt, and enhance the quality of education. The program has received bipartisan praise and has seen significant interest from teachers. Cobb County plans to expand the program in the future.....read more about this program at mdjonline.com   Story 2: dobbins   Sean David Glover, a 42-year-old Air Force Staff Sgt. who worked at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a violent assault on his girlfriend. A Cherokee County jury found him guilty of aggravated assault — strangulation. Glover entered the victim's apartment last June, allegedly concerned about her contact with her ex-partner. He unlocked her phone, became angry, and physically assaulted her. The victim suffered injuries including a broken wrist, bruises, and marks on her neck. Glover also choked her to the point of blacking out and later raped her. The judge sentenced him to 15 years in prison followed by five years of probation, with additional conditions and restitution.     Story 3: lactation   The Georgia Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that a state law requiring lactation care providers to obtain a license is unconstitutional. The law, passed in 2016, required a state license and limited it to businesses with a certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Plaintiffs, including a certified lactation consultant and a nonprofit organization, argued that the law violated their rights to due process and equal protection. They also contended that the law lacked a substantive connection to public health and safety. Chief Justice Michael Boggs reversed the trial court's decision, finding in favor of the plaintiffs, stating that the regulation did not advance the public purpose in a reasonably necessary manner. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, who was sued in his capacity, praised the ruling and has formed a commission to review the necessity of licensing in various professions in the state.   We'll be right back   Break:   CU of GA– Dayco   STORY 4: weapons   The Georgia Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit brought by five University System of Georgia professors challenging a 2017 amendment that lifted the ban on weapons on public college and university campuses. The professors argued that the amendment was unconstitutional as it encroached upon the authority of the Board of Regents. The trial court initially dismissed the lawsuit, and the professors appealed to the state Supreme Court. In a unanimous decision, the court ruled the lawsuit moot because the Board of Regents had adopted weapons-carrying policies consistent with the amendment. The court emphasized that the regents' authority to enact the policy was within their legal jurisdiction, regardless of their motivations.......for more on this story visit mdjonline.com       STORY 5: tourism   The Cobb Sports Alliance has obtained the Compete Sports Diversity Leader Designation, becoming a certified leader in sports diversity and inclusion within Cobb County. The certification signifies their commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the sports community. Compete Sports Diversity, which aims to unite the world through sports and supports LGBTQ+ athletes and organizations, offers the Sports Diversity Leader Training and Certification Program. The organization also hosts summits, provides DEI training, and connects sports organizations with partners and convention bureaus. Cobb Travel & Tourism, a nonprofit organization focused on attracting visitors to Cobb County, oversees the Cobb Sports Alliance.   Story 6: tourism   Various local arts, culture, and tourism organizations in Marietta have submitted grant requests totaling approximately $874,000 to the city. The City Council is currently reviewing the requests and is expected to vote on the final allocation in two weeks. The largest funding request is from city staff, seeking around $196,000 for staffing festivals and events. Other notable funding requests come from organizations such as the Marietta History Center, the Strand Theatre, and the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. The grants are funded through the city's auto rental tax and hotel/motel tax. The council will likely award around $700,000 in grants, and the requested $435,000 for city marketing is expected to be fully granted....   back with more in a moment   Break  Drake – Ingles 9 – Elon   Story 7:  C.O.Y.   Jermaine Sellers, the coach of the Kell High School boys basketball team, celebrated his first state championship after 11 seasons with the program. The Longhorns achieved a record-breaking season with a 28-2 record, the most wins in program history, and captured the Class AAAAA state title for the first time. Kell dominated in their region and made a strong run in the state playoffs, culminating in a 61-53 victory over Eagle's Landing in the championship game. Sellers attributed the team's success to the improvements of key players, strong leadership, and a cohesive team dynamic. The team's experience in a tournament in Las Vegas also played a role in their growth and resilience.     Story 8:  P.O.Y.   Isaiah Collier, a standout basketball player for Wheeler High School, led his team to its third state championship before heading to the West Coast for college. The Southern California signee averaged impressive stats of 20 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 steals per game. Collier received numerous accolades, including being named the Cobb County Boys Basketball Player of the Year and earning titles such as McDonald's All-American, co-MVP of the game, and Georgia Gatorade Player of the Year. He is regarded as one of the best high school basketball players to come out of Georgia and will join Southern Cal's highly talented freshman class. Collier's success was attributed to his athleticism, skills, hard work, and humility.   Back with closing comments after this   Henssler 60 Signoff- use same bed as open Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. Read more about all our stories, and get other great content at MDJonline.com. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about your community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. www.henssler.com  www.esogrepair.com   www.cuofga.com   www.daycosystems.com   www.elonsalon.com   www.ingles-markets.com  www.drakerealty.com   www.mdjonline.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy and Randy discuss some rumors of Celtics star Guard Jaylen Brown possibly being disgruntled in Boston and chat about the potential of the Wheeler High School grad joining the Hawks in a big offseason trade.

Mark Levine of Atlanta Home Shows joins the podcast to talk about all the great exhibits you can see at the Atlanta Home Show this weekend at the Cobb Galleria.  Plus: A Kennesaw State University economist told businesspeople Tuesday that he's optimistic that steps taken by the U.S. Treasury, the Federal Reserve and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation will stabilize the banking sector in the wake of two regional banks collapsing. In response to the failure of California-based Silicon Valley Bank and New York-based Signature Bank, authorities announced a new instrument through which banks whose balance sheets are hobbled by high interest rates will be able to access liquidity in the form of Fed loans against their affected assets. The Treasury Department, meanwhile, announced Sunday that customers of both banks would not lose their funds, including those who had funds exceeding the $250,000 federal insurance limit. President Joe Biden said Monday taxpayers would not bear the costs and the money would instead come from fees that banks pay into the federal Deposit Insurance Fund. He also said the collapse of the banks would not spiral into a larger crisis, as occurred in 2008. Those steps, Tutterow said, provide a “backstop” against what happened at Silicon Valley Bank, which he described as an “old-school bank run” where customers rush to withdraw their money in a panic. Tutterow said that banks like SVB invested heavily in longer-term bonds when interest rates were low. But then the Fed began raising interest rates to combat inflation, which lowered the value of the bonds. But to combat inflation, the Fed raised interest rates several times over the past year, lowering the value of the bonds. One audience member asked Tutterow if he expected more interest rate hikes, in light of the recent bank collapses. Tutterow said he thinks the hikes will continue. Another factor in the rapid collapse of SVB, Tutterow said, was technology. People can, with a few taps on their smartphone, move money between accounts, meaning banks are run quicker than they used to be. A Miami man wanted for questioning in a south Florida homicide was arrested after a police chase in Cumberland Monday, according to authorities. Gustavo Alexander Aviles (Ah-Veel-Lez) was arrested around 2 p.m. Monday at the corner of Cobb Parkway and Akers Mill Road while attempting to elude police, according to jail records. Aviles (Ah-Veel-Lez) is charged with fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer for a felony offense, a felony, as well as numerous misdemeanors related to traffic violations, per jail records, and he is being held without bond. Wheeler's Isaiah Collier is the 2022-23 Gatorade Georgia Boys Basketball Player of the Year. The USC signee is the fifth Gatorade Georgia Boys Basketball Player of the Year to be chosen from Wheeler High School. The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the court, distinguishes Collier as Georgia's best high school boys basketball player. The Naismith Player of the Year is now one of three finalists for the prestigious Gatorade National Boys Basketball Player of the Year award to be announced later this month. Collier joins an elite alumni association of state award-winners in 12 sports, including Chet Holmgren, Trae Young, Jayson Tatum, and Karl-Anthony Towns. Collier is the fourth Wheeler player to have earned the honor joining Jaylen Brown, D.A. Layne, Shareef Abdur-Rahim, and becomes the sixth overall from Cobb County joining Sharife Cooper, who won the award at McEachern in 2019 and Brian Oliver, who won in 1986 while playing at Wills. Before the statewide turkey hunting season opens, youth and mobility-impaired hunters utilizing private land have an early chance to harvest a gobbler during the special opportunity turkey season March 25-26, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division. This weekend hunt opportunity is available only for youth 16 years of age and younger, or hunters that are mobility impaired. The season bag limit for turkeys is one gobbler per hunter per day and a season total of two gobblers. Resident youth hunters under age 16 will not need a license. Hunters age 16 years or older, including those accompanying youth or others, will need a hunting license and a big game license unless hunting on their own private land. One can get a license at GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com, at a retail license vendor, or by phone. The 2023 Georgia statewide turkey season opens April 1 for Private Land and April 8 for Public Land. With approval from the Cobb Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, construction is expected to begin next month on the first phase of a trail along the Chattahoochee River in south Cobb. The first 1.2-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee Riverlands project, a trail in and around Discovery Park at the River Line, will begin construction sometime in April and is expected to take two years to complete, per the $3.4 million contract with Excellere Construction approved by commissioners in February. The trail segment along Discovery Boulevard is the “pilot” portion of what is hoped to be a multi-jurisdiction, 100-mile network from Lake Lanier to Newnan. The commission on Tuesday approved the final hurdle in the process to start construction on the first phase of the pilot portion. That last step before construction was confirmation from the Atlanta Regional Commission that the first phase of the project is consistent with the regional plan for the Chattahoochee River Corridor. Commissioners approved ARC's certificate of compliance by a 4-1 vote during their regular meeting Tuesday. Local business leader and author Kevin Paul Scott recently brought together leaders who have inspired him throughout the years to publicly dedicate his latest book and thank those who have impacted his life. A highlight of the book launch event was Scott's presentation to Barbara Dooley, wife of the late Coach Vince Dooley. Scott's new book, "Inspired Every Day," provides a path for individuals to find their passion and live a fulfilling life. It's only fitting that Scott dedicated the book to Vince and Barbara Dooley, after their mentorship and friendship for more than 15 years. Sadly, Coach Dooley passed away only weeks before the book was published. Scott doesn't just write about inspiration, he lives it out. The name of his company is ADDO, which is Latin for "Inspire." The global firm works with companies like Coca-Cola and Chick-fil-A to provide strategies, resources and programs to develop leaders. The book launch was somewhat of a full-circle moment because ADDO's inaugural event took place in Marietta more than a decade ago when Dooley and Reighard joined then-Sen. Johnny Isakson and Dr. Betty Siegel to host leaders. 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Isaiah Collier is now the 6th McDonald's All-American to come from Wheeler High School; A SUV was retrieved after rolling into a river; And Jerrica Richardson is facing an ethics complaint.  #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.

Bryan Anthony Rhoden pleaded not guilty Monday morning in the killing of three people in July 2021 at Pinetree Country Club, Cobb County District Attorney Flynn Broady said. Rhoden, 25, is facing the death penalty for his alleged role in the kidnapping and slaying of Paul Pierson, 76, of Kansas, and Henry Valdez, 46, of California. He is accused of binding the two men in Jonesboro, driving them to the Kennesaw golf course and shooting them there. The third victim — Gene Siller, who worked as Pinetree's golf pro — is believed by investigators to have been shot and killed because he came upon an active crime when he went to investigate a truck on the course. Monday was Rhoden's first court appearance since August, when prosecutors entered their formal notice they would seek the death penalty. Rhoden's attorneys Joshua Moore and Emily Prokesch of the Georgia Public Defender Council's death penalty division said at the time they expected to plead not guilty. To celebrate and thank essential workers, the Meeting Park neighborhood in Marietta hosted its third annual Big Thank You event on Dec. 12. The event — organized by four Meeting Park residents — was an all-day affair that invited workers, from firefighters to EMTs to delivery drivers, to enjoy a free breakfast of doughnuts and coffee, and Subway sandwiches for lunch. Workers left with goodie bags and Chick-fil-A gift cards. Meeting Park is made up of townhomes and cluster homes, and is located just a couple of blocks southeast of Marietta Square. Four people served on the Big Thank You organizing committee: Brazil, Jan Chandler, Wendy Rivera and Marilyn Milly. Chandler first thought of the idea amidst the pandemic in 2020, when the efforts of essential workers were especially needed and appreciated. The first Big Thank You was celebrated that year. The Meeting Park committee called upon its residents to donate money, baked goods, gift cards and volunteer time for the event. Residents and workers alike broke bread together in the neighborhood's pocket park. In the future, Chandler would like to host the event seasonally so the community workers can be celebrated four times a year, as opposed to once during the holidays. Attendees included school board members, City Council members and more, according to Chandler. Leftover food was donated to The Zone, a local nonprofit that aids people in recovery from opioid addiction. Rows of shiny new bikes — 100 in all — filled the Green Acres Elementary School gym waiting to be claimed by the students who had earned the new wheels. When the honored Green Acres students walked into the gym, sat down on the floor and gazed up at the sparkling new bikes, they did not know they would soon be taking one of the bikes home. Green Acres Principal Ashley Mize stood amid the 100 bikes when she surprised the students with the announcement that they earned one of the new 20-inch bikes because of their commitment to positive character traits through the Grand Slam incentive. Teachers selected the 1-3 grade students based on their positive attendance record, classroom work habits, excellent behavior and citizenship, which included showing a positive attitude, empathy, best effort, being a team player and respectful. Academy Sports provided the bikes through their partnership with the Atlanta Braves. The bike giveaway was the finale to the Atlanta Braves Season of Giving campaign at Green Acres, which brought more than 40 volunteers to the school, plus the National League's Rookie of the Year, Michael Harris II. Volunteers helped the Green Acre students write their names on the bike of their choice. Some students could not resist trying out their ride and the accompanying Academy Sports helmet or hat. The Green Acres Grand Slam students were not the only ones surprised during the gifting finale. One of Principal Mize's favorite memories of the Season of Giving day was surprising a teacher with a two-night stay in a luxury suite at an Omni hotel. A representative from Omni Hotels surprised fourth-grade teacher Monica Brooks with the news that she won a relaxing couple of days inside a luxury suite. The Omni representative had one more surprise for Green Acres. After all of Principal Mize's work to surprise students and staff and coordinate the volunteer activities that benefited the school, Omni had a surprise for the Green Acres principal. Like Brooks, Principal Mize also won a two-night stay at the Omni Hotel.   Nicholas Bos of Marietta, a member of Boy Scout Troop #675, recently earned the honor of Eagle Scout, the highest rank that the Boy Scouts offers. Only 4% of Boy Scout members ever attain this prestigious honor. Bos, 17, a student in Wheeler High School's Magnet Program in the Center for Advanced Studies, achieved the 21 merit badges required to receive the Eagle Scout award. He earned 15 additional merit badges, for which he was awarded three palms: Bronze, Gold and Silver. For his final project, Bos served the Marietta community by replacing an unsafe pedestrian bridge with an entirely new bridge, thereby reopening a community walking trail in a protected nature area off John Ward Road. A ceremony honoring Bos took place on Dec. 17 at North Metro Church. Family and friends attended the ceremony. Grandparent, parent and mentor pins were also awarded during the ceremony, recognizing the efforts of the people who played an important role in Bos' achievement.   McDonald's owners and operators in Atlanta selected 30 deserving educators and individuals who represent programs and organizations that fuel the imagination, education and growth of students, as recipients of a Golden Grant. Allocated to various teachers and organizations was $40,000 to positively impact the lives of thousands of students. Locally, Clarkdale Elementary School's Afterschool Science Olympiad Program received $10,000 and Campbell Middle School's Technology Student Association Campbell Middle School Chapter received $1,000. Activities that qualified for a Golden Grant include arts and crafts programs, education initiatives, mentorship and empowerment programs, after-school programs, community service outreach, sporting programs, technology and COVID-19 relief efforts. Winners were recognized during check presentations from Dec. 12-16 by local owners and operators. #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.

Three people were seriously injured in an early morning crash on Whitlock Avenue in Marietta Monday.  The crash happened around 6 a.m. Monday morning when a car crossed over the centerline on Whitlock Avenue near Winn Street, according to Marietta Police Department spokesman Chuck McPhilamy. The vehicle collided head-on with another vehicle headed in the opposite direction. McPhilamy said the drivers of both vehicles were seriously injured in the crash, while a passenger in one of the cars was ejected from the vehicle and also seriously injured. The three injured people were taken to the hospital. There could soon be two Ojularis playing defense in the NFL. Two years after former Georgia linebacker Azeez Ojulari left Georgia to turn pro, his bother, BJ, an edge-rusher and outside linebacker and LSU, is about to follow him.  The former Marietta High School standout made it official Sunday when he made the announcement on social media. Ojulari is looking to follow in the footsteps of his brother, who was selected by the New York Giants in the second round of the 2021 draft with the 50th overall pick. Ojulari, a 6-foot-3, 250-pound junior, has had 58 tackles, 5½ sacks, 8½ tackles for loss and a forced fumble this season, earning All-Southeastern Conference first-team honors. Over his three-year career in Baton Rouge, he has had 129 tackles, 25 tackles for loss, 16½ sacks and 25 quarterback hurries.  LSU is scheduled to face Purdue in the Citrus Bowl on January 2. It has not been determined if Ojulari will play in the bowl game. Ojulari has been projected to be a late first-round or early second-round selection in April's draft. ESPN analyst Todd McShay has Ojulari ranked as the fifth-best outside linebacker on his draft board, behind Alabama's Will Anderson, Army's Andre Carter, Georgia Tech's Keion White and Georgia's Nolan Smith. Fellow ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has Ojulari ranked seventh. Sonja Natasha Brown was sworn in Thursday evening as the newest judge on the Cobb Superior Court bench. Brown, a Cobb magistrate judge and past president of the Georgia Association of Black Woman Attorneys, replaces retiring Judge Robert Flournoy III. She defeated James Luttrell in a runoff election this summer with 64% of the vote. As a Superior Court judge, Brown will be tasked with handling felony criminal cases, civil disputes, real estate matters and more. With Brown's accession to the bench, she becomes the third Black person to hold a Superior Court judgeship in Cobb, after Kellie Hill and Angela Brown were elected in 2020. Chief Magistrate Judge Brendan Murphy noted the Superior Court bench will also now, for the first time, be majority woman.   Despite cloudy skies at Piedmont Church's annual “Christmas at Piedmont,” children flocked to the petting zoo's goats and llamas and waited in a lengthy line for a snow slide with a tube. And, of course, there was the opportunity to share wish lists with Santa. Meanwhile, more than 20 elementary school choirs performed on two stages, and people shopped for the holidays at an arts and crafts market of local vendors during the free event off Piedmont Road. Marlon Longacre, one of Piedmont's pastors, estimated 13,000 to 15,000 people attended the two-day event. Last year's event raised $24,500 for local schools, according to Longacre. This year's main sponsor was Superior Plumbing. Longacre said the event provided an outlet for the music programs of schools in unincorporated northeast Cobb, comparing it to holiday events usually thrown by city governments, like Santa's arrival in Acworth. Piedmont Senior Pastor Ike Reighard, also CEO and president of the nonprofit MUST Ministries, said he hoped the event allowed parents with busy schedules to see their kids perform.   Wheeler suffered its first loss of the season in a battle of nationally ranked teams. Number 10 Columbus, from Florida, defeated the Number 7 Wildcats 73-70 on Saturday in the Battle of the Peach at Wheeler High School. Columbus was led by a combined 44 points by the Boozer brothers – Cameron and Cayden – the sons for former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer. Wheeler led 37-32 at the half, but Columbus rallied in the third quarter to take a 56-51 lead behind 14 points in the period by Cameron Boozer. Wheeler's Isaiah Collier, Jelani Hamilton and Arrinten Page combined for 57 of the Wildcats' points. Wheeler will travel to Florida to play Tampa Catholic in the City of Palms Classic on Friday.   At the Battery Atlanta there is an ongoing holiday double feature — Santa himself, behind the desk of one of his many remote offices, and a holiday market featuring minority-owned businesses. Sponsored by Truist, through Christmas Eve, “Santa's Post Office” will be open at 800 Battery Ave. People can visit and take pictures with Santa while delivering their wish lists to Santa and do some holiday shopping, complimentary gift wrapping included. Visiting with Santa is also free. Odette Shirley owns the self-care boutique Maison Jovence and said that on the first day of the holiday market, her business made about double what her pop-ups usually make. She sold out of many of her candles. Another business owner, Omar “Chilly-O” Mitchell, said he was happy to see the support for Black-owned businesses. His clothing company, Chilly-O Culture Co, has been a mainstay of the Atlanta street wear scene, according to Chilly-O's partner for this pop-up, who goes by the name Lurchero. Chilly-O and Lurchero said they go way back in the Atlanta art scene. Lurchero is the creator and owner of Only Positive Energy, a brand that curates and produces art exhibitions and events around Atlanta. Only Positive Energy partnered with Chilly-O Culture Co for the holiday market, jointly selling Chilly-O's clothes bearing the OPE brand. Santa, the ultimate holiday celebrity, was a major draw, according to parents at the market. Avery Kaczynski, a 6-year-old from Vinings, said she asked Santa if she was on the good list. She added that she hopes to get a coffee-making set to practice her barista skills. She wants to be a barista someday. #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.

Kennesaw's downtown thronged with thousands Saturday afternoon as the city kicked off the holiday season with a parade down Main Street. The procession featured marching bands, twirlers, and floats from local bands, along with Santa Claus himself perched on the bed of a pickup truck. The parade also featured businesses, such as Whataburger, and the local Scout troops. Fred McGriff is finally a Hall of Famer. McGriff was voted in Sunday by the Contemporary Era committee, which was formed by the Hall to consider players who starred since 1980 and were not elected in the annual voting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. McGriff, 59, hit 493 home runs during a 19-year controversy-free career that included 13 seasons of 27 or more homers, seven straight top-10 league MVP finishes and a World Series championship with the Atlanta Braves. He had two stints with his hometown Tampa Bay Rays, as well as time with the Toronto Blue Jays, San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers. McGriff was elected unanimously by the 16-member committee. He was the only player elected from an eight-man ballot that also included Albert Belle, Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Don Mattingly, Dale Murphy, Rafael Palmeiro and Curt Schilling. During 10 years on the Baseball Writers' Association of America ballot, McGriff never came close to the 75% threshold needed for election, surpassing 24 percent only in 2019, his final year of eligibility, when he got to 39.8. That lack of support was a source of considerable frustration for his supporters, who felt he was being overlooked and even penalized in comparison to players who were connected to the use of performance-enhancing drugs. McGriff chose to not say much, often just saying that he was happy to be considered.   By the time early voting ended Friday, nearly one in every three Cobb County voters had already cast a ballot in the runoff election between U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock, a Democrat, and Republican challenger Herschel Walker. More than 155,510 Cobb voters, or 30.4%, have voted early in person or by absentee ballot, according to data from the Secretary of State's office. That turnout rate surpasses the state at-large, where 1,852,593 voters, or 26.4%, have cast a ballot. Early voting totals in Cobb weren't as high as before the November 8 general election, but voters had far less time to cast a ballot — one week before the runoff, as opposed to three weeks before the general election. That resulted in single-day totals that blew past the previous election. Last Monday, for example, saw over 27,000 voters cast a ballot in person, resulting in long lines at some Cobb polling locations. On Friday, the county said 29,699 people voted early. By way of comparison, the largest single-day total in the general election, which saw short wait times, was around 14,600. In Cobb, the huge early voting turnout was overshadowed Friday by a legal dispute over absentee ballots. The American Civil Liberties Union and Southern Poverty Law Center sued the county, alleging that delays in ballot mailing caused by the Thanksgiving holiday had disenfranchised voters. After hours of negotiation, Superior Court Judge Kellie Hill signed off on an agreement to extend the absentee ballot deadline by three days — to December 9 — for any voter whose absentee ballot application was accepted on or before Nov. 26. Ballots in that category must be postmarked by Tuesday, December 6, which is Election Day.   Three players scored in double figures, and Kell used an opportunistic defense to keep McEachern at bay and win their matchup 67-62 in the Tournament of Champions Showcase at Wheeler High School on Saturday.  The Longhorns, the Number 1 team in Class AAAAA, trailed only twice the entire game -- at 8-6 in the first quarter, and then 40-39 in the third -- and found a way to win despite missing 7-foot center Peyton Marshall. Coach Jermaine Sellers said Marshall could have played if it was a playoff game, but the team did not want to take the chance this early in the season. To offset his absence, Kell played the entire game with a added sense of urgency, grabbing nearly every loose ball, getting hands in passing lanes and creating steals. Each time McEachern, which was playing without starting guard Moses Hipps, seemed to get back into the game, Kell would force a turnover to two and push its lead back to four or five points, which it was the majority of the second half. The Longhorns needed to do all those things to help offset the performance of the Indians' Ace Bailey. The 6-foot-9 junior forward, a day after scoring 34 points against South Cobb, he kept McEachern, ranked third in Class AAAAAAA, in the game with a 30-point performance. The Cobb Galleria and Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre released its annual report this week, and business for both is back in full swing. For the first time since 2019, both venues were financially in the black. That was made possible due to the full return of live entertainment and events at two of Cobb's largest and busiest destinations. The Galleria hosted 187 events, up from less than 100 events in its previous fiscal year. Approximately 229,000 people visited the venue. CEPAC, meanwhile, held 178 events and brought in 180,000 guests after hosting next to no events during the depths of the pandemic. The Galleria posted an operating profit of just shy of $2 million, while the Galleria hit $3.53 million, the latter topping its 2019 numbers by roughly $750,000. The authority also boasted its best sales tax proceeds since before the pandemic. After generating about $1.7 million last year, the authority reported its venues generated $7.5 million in revenue from sales, liquor, hotel-motel and other taxes. Wheeler opened the second half on a 10-2 run to build a double-digit lead and gradually pulled away from a pesky Kimball High School from Texas squad 77-61 in the final game of the Tournament of Champions Showcase at Wheeler High School on Saturday. Kimball kept the game close throughout the first half and trailed only 30-28 at the break, so coach Larry Thompson said it was important to get off to a good start in the third quarter. The main big guy in the middle was 6-foot-9 forward Arrinten Page. The USC signee took full advantage, finishing the night with a team-high 21 points, including six dunks, along with 12 rebounds. Leading 41-34 a 3-pointer and a dunk by Jelani Hamilton, who finished with 12 points, pushed the Wildcats' lead to 46-34. Back-to-back dunks by Page late in the quarter gave Wheeler, the Number 1 team in Class AAAAAAA, a 50-40 advantage before five straight points by T'Johnn Brown, who led all scorers with 24 points, cut the lead to five to start the fourth quarter.  Isaiah Collier, who had 16 points, eight assists and five rebounds, finally found his groove in the final 8 minutes. He opened the quarter with a driving layup, got fouled, and made the free throw. He added four more points as the game came to a close, but he set up three of Page's four dunks down the stretch with some big-time assists. A Page dunk and a 3-pointer by Hamilton pushed the lead back into double-digits at 65-54. A dunk and a putback by Ricky McKenzie made the lead 13 at the 2:48 mark, and two more dunks by Page put Wheeler up 75-61.  Josh Hill scored nine points and McKenzie added eight.   #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 Wheeler High School legend spoke about Bill Russell's impact on basketball and beyond; a "Chipotlain" is coming to Cobb Parkway; And early voters continue turning out.  #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.

Check out the latest episode of the What The Hoops!? Podcast as we talk to Isaiah Collier of Wheeler High School. We talk about his recruiting, his highs n lows of this season and many other things. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

MAKE SURE TO LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE! Full Installment of Episode 42 Topics: Chet Holmgren Update, NCAA Update, Scoot Henderson, "Stick Boy", Paolo Banchero, Holiday Hoopsgiving 2021, Maki Johnson, Huntington Prep (WV), Cruz Davis, J.J Taylor, Dok-Muordar, Dillion Mitchell, Kwame Evans Jr. Jalen Hood-Schfino, Derrick Queen, Dravyn Gibbs-Lawson, Dariq Whitehead, Malik Kreneau, Marketing Babies, Wheeler High School, Quintuple Double, Sacramento Kings Issues, Marvin Bagley III, Romeo Langford, zinotic, Thanksgiving Workouts, Courtvisions, Grindhouse TV, Jayden Shane, Robert Dillingham over A.I. & Kyrie Irving, Huntington Prep vs. Donda Academy, Coming for Ben Simmons Spot, Tyrese Maxey, A1 Productions, Big Opportunities/Collabs, Amaree Brown, Jaxon Kohler, Julius V Elite, Robert Cowherd, Southern California Academy, Decatur HS Basketball, TSF vs. Donda, Cumberland Christian Academy vs. Sandy Creek High School, Montverde vs. Wheeler, Isaiah Collier, Tik-Tok Reactions, KAT Breakdown, Scary Terry, Zeke on Ben Simmons, Cam Thomas over KD, Kyrie Irving & James Harden CONNECT WITH US HERE : https://linktr.ee/dtpent

Students advocating to change the name of Wheeler High School will be part of a virtual roundtable hosted by the Southern Poverty Law Center  #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.             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're listening to the Westerly Sun's podcast, where we talk about news, the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today's trivia is brought to you by Perennial.  Perennial's new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now for some trivia. Did you know that Rhode Island native, Ed Lee is a former professional ice hockey player who played two games in the NHL for the Quebec Nordiques. Afterwards, he was traded to the Minnesota North Stars in 1985 and then played for the Fredericton Express, Springfield Indians and in a German Hockey League. Now, we turn our feature story…. How many college students would embrace a triple major while simultaneously running an international foundation dedicated to advocating for and easing the suffering of childhood cancer patients? URI Human development and family sciences student Ali Hornung does just that, managing to balance her HDF studies in counseling with those in global business management and German. But her true passion lies with students much younger than her college peers. Since she was 12 years old, Hornung has been an advocate for childhood cancer fighters and survivors. She has turned that passion into a full-time endeavor, starting the Glimmer of Hope Foundation. The inspiration to dedicate herself to helping relieve the pain of the scourge of childhood cancer began with a young friend named Ella was diagnosed with leukemia at 11 years old. Ella fought the disease through multiple rounds of chemotherapy and tragically Ella passed away at age 14 in 2019. She started around the time the COVID-19 pandemic started in March 2020. She began making masks to donate to kids with cancer, sewing thousands of masks by herself, raising $10,000 for various children's cancer charities like Talia's Legacy and the Children's Miracle Network. But she wanted to do more, especially for young girls like Ella who had inspired her so much. Hornung said: “I wanted to start a non-profit and went to Ella's parents to talk about ways to continue her legacy. They told me about how she had written to American Girl dolls to ask about a bald doll; she wanted every girl to receive the bald doll,” “They got her a bald doll at the time and she named it Hope. So that's what we ran with — Glimmer of Hope. It has taken off from there. It was our 1-year anniversary in July, and we've sent 250 dolls to girls with cancer.” The dolls cost $135 each. The foundation buys every doll and ships them around the country, including a card about Ella, outfits for the doll, cancer support resources for the family, and wellness packages, including everything from toys to toiletries. Hornung's goal is to donate 1,000 dolls in the next five years. Stay up to date on this story and more at westerlysun.com Today we're remembering the life of Anita Ames of North Stonington. Born in New London, Anita graduated from Stonington High School in 1953 and went on to receive her Associates Degree from Katharine Gibbs, taking the train each day into Providence wearing her white gloves and hat. She was quickly employed by Electric Boat in Groton, leaving there to raise a family and run the household while her husband, Charles, was out to sea. Later she became employed by the Board of Education for the town of North Stonington and worked there as the secretary to the Superintendent of Schools for over 20 yrs. After retiring from the school system she worked for the Town Probate office and the Town Police. Mrs. Ames was a life member of the North Stonington Congregational Church, where she had been an active and dedicated member, playing piano for the youth Choir and sitting on various committees. Anita was also active in civic affairs in her beloved community and was a member of the North Stonington Grange, and sat on the Juvenile Board of Review, the Board of Education, and the North Stonington Education Foundation to name a few. She was recognized for her dedication to the youth of North Stonington with an Honorary Diploma during the 2016 Wheeler High School graduation. Even though Anita loved to serve, volunteer and work, she always had time for her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt. She will be sadly missed by her three children, her grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She also leaves her sisters, a brother, and many nieces and nephews. Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate Anita's life. That's it for today, we'll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The name David McDonald is synonymous with baseball in the State of Georgia. His career in Georgia started at Wheeler High School in 1979. He ended his run as head coach in 2010. In that time he led Wheeler to almost 500 wins and 7 state playoff appearances. After his time at Wheeler, McDonald has been an assistant at Mt. Paran and the Lovett School. Outside of coaching, McDonald has made a larger impact on the game with his time with the Georgia Dugout Club. He is also a charter member of the National High School Baseball Coaches Association and is in this year’s ABCA Hall of Fame Class. In this episode we cover his work with the Georgia Dugout Club, what the military did for his coaching career, handling head and assistant coaching duties, fundraising and his experience with the ABCA. The ABCA Podcast is presented by Netting Pros. Netting Professionals are improving programs one facility at a time, specializing in the design, fabrication and installation of custom netting for backstops, batting cages, dugouts, bp screens and ball carts. They also design and install digital graphic wall padding windscreen, turf, turf protectors, dugout benches, dugout cubbies and more. This episode is also brought to you by Marc Pro. That is M A R C Pro. Personally I used it as a coach for my ragged out BP arm and legs after a tough workout. We saw huge benefits with our pitchers and position players in decreased soreness and recovery time. It is an amazing machine that speeds up the recovery process by getting blood flow back to areas that need it. It is durable and cost effective. The Marc Pro needs to be a tool in your peak performance tool kit. I can’t recommend it enough. Hit me up if you have any questions. Order now on Marcpro.com and use the promo code ABCA to get 10% off.

Wheeler High School is getting a new robotics lab; Kennesaw State drubbed Wofford in Spartanburg on Saturday; And another $6.5 Million could be coming to rent assistance.  #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.             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 on 9-27-2021.           For advertising inquiries, please email j.southerland@bgadgroup.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allow them  to reintroduce themselves...their name is the WE NEED 2 TALK podcast, and Felix and Willis are here to bring the pressing issues of the moment to the forefront and to the airwaves! This week, the WN2T Boyz start it off by talking all things NBA Playoffs...who made the Play-In Tournament, what do the first round matchups look like, their predictions for who will win each series, and of course, how the Knicks will fare against the Atlanta Hawks (8:25). The homies then get serious when they address a racist incident at their alma mater Wheeler High School involving baseball teammates, Willis' experience as a person of color at WHS in the 90s, what the school needs to address, and how to better support people of color in small rural communities (49:43).https://wn2tpod.buzzsprout.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wn2tpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wn2tpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/wn2tpod

You're listening to the Westerly Sun's podcast, where we talk about the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today's trivia is brought to you by Perennial. Perennial's new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now, some trivia. Did you know that acclaimed novelist, Ann Hood, was born in Rhode Island? She attended URI and wrote her first novel, “Somewhere off the coast of Maine”, while she was a TWA flight attendant in 1987. She is the recipient of the Paul Bowles Prize for Short Fiction, two Pushcart Prizes, and a Best American Spiritual Writing Award.    It's Friday and almost the weekend. Today, The Mystic and Noank Library is hosting a food explorers baking class for kids. Today, you'll learn how to make a Banana Cream Pie. You'll make the crust, filling, and whipped cream topping from scratch. Head over to https://www.mysticnoanklibrary.org to reserve your child's spot and to find the ingredients list. Next, We're continuing our series of great weekend hikes in and around Westerly. Find a quiet spot to go for a hike with the Westerly Land Trust. Whether you head to the Avondale Farm Preserve, Barlow Nature Preserve, or other great places to take a walk, you can find maps and directions at westerlylandtrust.org. Lastly, it's a new year and we've seen just how important journalism over the past few years. Remember that reporting the local news is an important part of what it means to live here. Head over to Westerlysun.com and help us tell the stories of our community each and every day. Digital access starts at just 50 cents a day and makes all the difference in the world. Are you interested in a new opportunity? Look no further, we're here again with another new job listing. Today's posting comes from the US Customs and Border Protection. They're looking for full-time border patrol agents. Pay is competitive and there are opportunities for overtime.  If you're interested, you can read more and apply by using the link in our episode description. https://www.cbp.gov/careers/border-patrol-agent-apply-now Today we're remembering the life of Charles Morgan, 62, of Ashaway and formerly of North Stonington. Born in Westerly in 1958, Chuck worked in the Maintenance Department at the former BDA for many years. He attended Wheeler High School and was an avid saltwater fisherman and outdoorsman. He will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters. Thank you for taking the time today to remember and celebrate Chuck's life. That's it for today, we'll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest edition of the show, three-time Georgia high school basketball state champion head coach Larry Thompson tells the story of his 2019-20 Wheeler High School team's title run. Without a major college recruit on the roster, the squad knocked off a top-25 nationally ranked Grayson team to take the title in Georgia's highest classification (AAAAAAA). After the season, Thompson was named a coach of the year finalist by USA Today. The 2019-20 Wheeler team was a finalist for the USA Today boys' team of the year award.  Bio page: https://twitter.com/lthompson4lt?lang=en Please follow the show on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter: @LukeWinstelShow. Music Credit: Downtown Funk! (www.earcandydigital.com) Thank you for supporting the podcast!

You're listening to the Westerly Sun's podcast, where we talk about the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today's trivia is brought to you by Perennial. Perennial's new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now for some trivia. Did you know that The Touro Synagogue in Newport is the oldest synagogue in North America? Built in 1763, the synagogue also houses the oldest torah in North America.  Now for our feature story: Phoebe Huang had never even heard of Zoom. But when the regular, in-person meetings of her beloved writers group were suspended due to the pandemic, and group leaders suggested moving to Zoom for the group's weekly meetings, she quickly mastered the online videoconferencing platform.  "Wendy lit a fire under me," joked Huang, referring to Wendy Bradford of Mystic, the group's Zoom leader and chief motivator. Huang, a Stonington resident and retired financial services professional who these days "focuses on re-exploring her world through writing," along with other members of The Westerly Writers Group has used their quarantine time to publish their second book entitled: Homeland: An Anthology. Huang told us that "It was a Herculean effort and like Keystone Cops… But it worked out and it was a very interesting experiment." Homeland is a rich and fascinating 145-page collection of short fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction centered on the theme of "homeland" from the writers group, a sort of artistic response to the pandemic. From the Westerly Writers Group's perspective, they hope that it reminds readers of the "commonality of life experience and the importance of togetherness," Dyann Boudreau of Naragansett, who was a member of the book's content committee said "It's our collection of love, humor, sadness and a bit of intrigue that we hope will resonate with the readers," Bradford told us that “We didn't want COVID and social distancing to rob us of writing or community… Publishing another anthology seemed more important than ever, as our country was being torn apart by the pandemic, political stress and fears of an uncertain economic future." Sixteen writers from a variety of backgrounds have contributed to "Homeland," including Jane Barstow, a published author and retired professor of English and women's studies who taught in Greece and Bulgaria as a Fulbright Scholar; Weekapaug resident Mel Jolly, a retired U.S. Air Force Captain; Al Clemence of Westerly, a retired airline pilot who served in the U.S. Army as a pilot; Andy Rosenzweig, a retired policeman from the Bronx; Bernard "Bing" Bartick of North Stonington, a retired history teacher; Donna Vaillancourt of Westerly, a Boston native who is retired from a career in human resources; Donna Ursillo of Westerly, a semi-retired freelance writer and several others. Pick up your copy of "Homeland: An Anthology" available at Savoy Bookshop and Café, at Wheeler High School in North Stonington, and on Amazon.com for $8.95. There are a lot of businesses in our community that are hiring right now, so we're excited to tell you about some new job listings. Today's Job posting comes from The Davey Tree Expert Company in New London. They're looking for a full-time landscape crew leader. This position is responsible for leading a landscape maintenance crew and the preferred candidate will have at least 3 years of prior experience. Wages are dependent upon your experience. Benefits include 401k, dental, health, life, vision, and more. If you'd like to learn more or apply, you can do so at the link in our episode description: http://bit.ly/3oeRUCS Today we're remembering the life of James "Ron" Cole, Sr., of Westerly. Born in Providence, Ron worked as a land and grounds supervisor for the UAMS for many years. He was a proud US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He enjoyed traveling with his family, loved watching old western movies and was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. James was immensely grateful for all of the outstanding care given by his CNA Becca Gingerella. He will be missed by his family and friends. Thank you for taking a moment today to remember and celebrate Ron's life. That's it for today, we'll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Cobleigh joins me on today's episode. Coach Cobleigh talks about his decision to get into coaching. He talks about his first high school job and working with the late great Coach Dan Sylvester. Coach Cobleigh talks about his time at Wheeler and how much he loves being there, we talk about when I was assistant coach and much more! Find out more at https://the-rhody-runback.pinecast.co

Mark Hoskins is in his 18th year as Director of Bands at Wheeler High School in Marietta, GA. He teaches and oversees the entire band program, consisting of 3 concert bands, marching band, jazz ensemble, jazz combo, woodwind and brass choirs, winter guard, and percussion ensembles. Prior to accepting the band director position at Wheeler, he was Director of Bands at South Cobb High School in Austell, GA from Jan. of 1999-May 2003. A graduate of East Tennessee State University, he is in constant demand as an adjudicator, clinician, and conductor in the marching band, jazz, and concert band arena. His program at Wheeler is regionally and nationally recognized in those fields as well, consistently receiving superior ratings and best in class awards. While at ETSU, Hoskins had the opportunity to perform with many of the jazz greats of our time, including Jon Faddis, Ed Shaughnessy, Allen Vizzuti, Dick Oates of Flim and the BBs, and Ernie Watts. He was also a four- year member and featured mellophone soloist with the Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps, in Atlanta, GA. He later became the visual caption head for the corps in 2001, under the guidance of drum corps legend and mentor, Freddy Martin, and was brass caption head for the 2005 Magic Of Orlando Drum and Bugle Corps. He is now a brass adjudicator for Drum Corps International. He is a member of the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA), NAfME (National Assoc. for Music Education, formerly MENC), JEN, and a founding member of MBDNA, the Minority Band Directors National Association. He was born in Norton, VA and grew up in Big Stone Gap, VA, attending Powell Valley High School. He is happily married to Maggy Hoskins and they have two children, Tamia Marie, and Miles Anthony. They reside in Marietta, GA. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sketchbookpodcast/message

Becca Bruszewski played basketball at Notre Dame from 2008-2011 and helped the Irish reach their first Final Four in ten years. Becca talks about growing up in Valparaiso, Indiana, as the youngest of 4 kids, her outstanding basketball and volleyball career at Wheeler High School, the recruiting process, and what led her to choose Notre Dame. She also talks about the transition from high school to college basketball, a successful Freshman season, breaking her finger and having surgery, but only missing 2 games, and being a consistent, reliable player. Becca describes what it was like being a captain with Brittany Mallory her Senior year, the moment that turned that season around, the exciting run to the Final Four, playing with an injured knee, and beating Tennessee and UConn. She also talks about her successful professional basketball career overseas, coming back to Indiana and coaching, and what it's like to be the varsity coach at St. Joe's High School while also working a full-time job.

Wheeler County is Oregon's most sparsely populated county, and has oldest population of any county in the state. This year, the graduating class of Wheeler High School in Fossil has three students. We talk with Katie Jaeger, one of the newly graduated seniors about growing up in Wheeler County and her plans for the future.

Pam Stone grew up riding a horse bareback to Perkin’s market during the summer and scaring away a perv with her horse (yup, apparently there is an east Cobb perv).   Her time at Wheeler High School was not easy. She was as a tall, incredibly thin nerd and had trouble making friends. She headed off to Kennesaw State College with low expectations. But she was surprisingly popular with the guys and doors started opening up to her.    She started waitressing at the Punch Line Comedy Club in Atlanta and went on stage after her waitress friends dared her. She ended up killing and she knew driving home that her life had changed forever.   She met one of the Punch Line’s headliner’s named Jay Leno and Jay started mentoring her. She perfected her craft and left for Hollywood. A chance meeting with a producer ended up with her finding her way on a show called “Coach” (after never having acted before).   After a successful 7 years on that show, she bought land in Upstate South Carolina and started thinking of her future and a return to something she loved — horses.   She vowed to leave Hollywood when she turned 40 and start her new life on her South Carolina farm. She made it — just barely. She found herself climbing over the fence to her farm in a driving rainstorm, just before midnight on her birthday.   Now she coaches horse clients, writes blogs, does standup and lives with her other half, a rosarian named Paul Zimmerman.    https://www.comedianpamstone.com   Pam’s Latest Blog Post— Ask Aunty Pam http://www.goupstate.com/lifestyle/20180619/ask-aunty-pam-ditch-girl-dont-ditch-dog   Running Flat out Documentary  https://documentaries1.vhx.tv   Pam’s Books https://www.amazon.com/default/e/B0060NISTQ?redirectedFromKindleDbs=true   Paul’s Website https://paulzimmermanroses.com  

Ok, could you build a team, website, learn to aerodynamically build a balsa wood race car, find sponsors and compete in a national race? This week on Marietta Stories, I interview Arul Gupta and Poojan Mehta, 15 year old guys who were part of a team that, constructed a car from styrofoam, created a website, found sponsors, and competed nationally through F1 in schools.    F1 in Schools is a worldwide competition consisting of several teams of kids aged 11-18. In this highly competitive league, teams of 3-6 develop cars utilizing computer aided design and other related tools. However, the complexity of what we do reaches beyond mere engineering and into business/marketing, graphic design, and possibly most importantly if considering real-world application, team management and cooperation. Then, each of these skill sets developed throughout the team process is put to the test at regional, national, and world level competitions. As a result, F1 in Schools has created a system which effectively develops and enhances students’ learning experience through their interests as well as by teaching necessary real-world situations/applications.   Arul is a rising junior at Wheeler High School and has chosen to partake in F1 in Schools to further his knowledge and experience with business communication/management skills. He is the Team Lead which entails a variety of tasks from team time management, to ensuring accuracy/value of all work, to constantly keeping the team organized and on task. He is able to bring to the team a background in a variety of areas through classes such as AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, and an intro to Business/Tech class. Arul also has qualities of leadership and competitiveness which he adds to AeroFlow through his spot as Team Captain on the High School Varsity Tennis Team, as well as through national-level tournament competition.   Poojan is a rising junior at Wheeler High School and the Head Engineer on the F1 in Schools AeroFlow Racing team. He strives to accomplish CADing and building an F1 car that can exceed expectations. His decision to take on this role come from the valuable skills and knowledge he has attained in classes such as AP Physics 1 and 2, Engineering Concepts, and Intro to Drafting and Design. Poojan possesses the important characteristics of dedication, time management, and leadership abilities which he has utilized so successfully as a build member on BEST Robotics and the Wheeler Track and Field Team.

AllMetroHoops.com's Jarrod Lindsay joins the podcast to preview March 26's Underclassman All-American Game held at Wheeler High School.