CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 17th 

Publish Date: December 17th 

  

Pre-Roll:  

From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  

 

Today is Tuesday, December 17th and Happy Birthday to Eugene Levy  

***12.17.24 - BIRTHDAY – EUGENE LEVY*** 

I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  
 Holcomb Financial Opens Its Doors in Canton 
Woman Convicted of Baby's Murder Sentenced to Life with Possible Parole 
JoEllen Wilson Earns Canton Rotary Lifetime Achievement Award 

 

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk  

 

We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  

 

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STORY 1:   Holcomb Financial Opens Its Doors in Canton 

Holcomb Financial, a financial advisory and investment management firm, opened its new office in Canton on December 3. Located at 157 Reinhardt College Parkway Suite 900, the firm offers services including financial planning, investment management, and CFO services for small businesses. Founder Hayden Holcomb emphasized the firm's mission to align clients' finances with their values, aiming to empower informed financial decisions. Holcomb is committed to enhancing community financial literacy and providing personalized solutions for financial security. For more information, visit their website or contact them directly. 

STORY 2:  Woman Convicted of Baby's Murder Sentenced to Life with Possible Parole 

Chloe Alexis Driver, 24, was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her 13-month-old daughter, Hannah Nicole Driver, in Canton. She will be eligible for parole after 30 years. Driver was found guilty but mentally ill of multiple charges, including malice murder. The crime occurred in December 2020 when Driver stabbed her daughter and herself. Despite a defense of insanity, the jury determined Driver was criminally responsible. The District Attorney highlighted the tragedy and the efforts of first responders. The Georgia Department of Corrections will manage Driver's mental health needs during her incarceration. 

STORY 3:  JoEllen Wilson Earns Canton Rotary Lifetime Achievement Award 

JoEllen Wilson, a former Canton City Council member, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Rotary Club of Canton. Honored for her leadership and service, Wilson's career spans decades, including roles at Reinhardt University and extensive community involvement. She served six terms on the Canton City Council and held leadership positions in numerous organizations, such as the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club. Wilson, a trailblazer for women, earned degrees later in life and continues to serve on various boards. Her dedication to community service and education has inspired many. 

 

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STORY 4:   Cherokee School Board Continues Talks on Potential Budget Shortfalls 

Cherokee County school board members are reviewing budget priorities for the next school year, focusing on the impact of a new floating homestead exemption for property taxes. This exemption, effective January 2025, could result in a $14 million revenue loss due to expanded senior tax exemptions and an additional $7.8 million loss if the board doesn't opt out of the statewide property tax cap. Options include opting out, cutting services, or raising the millage rate. The board aims to maintain school quality and is considering public hearings and budget adjustments to address these financial challenges. 

 

STORY 5: Child Care Study Committee Releases Recommendations 

Georgia lawmakers are focusing on tax credits to make child care more accessible and affordable. A state Senate study committee recommended new and expanded tax credits for families with young children, employer-sponsored child care, and early childhood educators. These measures aim to offset child-care costs and help providers manage expenses. The committee also suggested creating a child care trust fund and increasing funding for the CAPS program, which supports low-income families. These recommendations will be considered by the Senate in the 2025 legislative session, with support from Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. 

 

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 17th&nbsp;
Publish Date: December 17th&nbsp;
 &nbsp;
Pre-Roll:&nbsp;&nbsp;
From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Today is Tuesday, December 17th and Happy Birthday to Eugene Levy&nbsp;&nbsp;
***12.17.24 - BIRTHDAY &ndash; EUGENE LEVY***&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. &nbsp;
<ol>
<li>&nbsp;Holcomb Financial Opens Its Doors in Canton&nbsp;</li>
<li>Woman Convicted of Baby's Murder Sentenced to Life with Possible Parole&nbsp;</li>
<li>JoEllen Wilson Earns Canton Rotary Lifetime Achievement Award&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
&nbsp;
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you&rsquo;re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! &nbsp;
&nbsp;
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STORY 1:&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/holcomb-financial-opens-its-doors-in-canton/article_60caf9d6-bbf2-11ef-8b05-036d2b925902.html">Holcomb Financial Opens Its Doors in Canton</a>&nbsp;
Holcomb Financial, a financial advisory and investment management firm, opened its new office in Canton on December 3. Located at 157 Reinhardt College Parkway Suite 900, the firm offers services including financial planning, investment management, and CFO services for small businesses. Founder Hayden Holcomb emphasized the firm's mission to align clients' finances with their values, aiming to empower informed financial decisions. Holcomb is committed to enhancing community financial literacy and providing personalized solutions for financial security. For more information, visit their website or contact them directly.&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/crime/woman-convicted-of-babys-murder-sentenced-to-life-with-possible-parole/article_2e96125c-bbc5-11ef-93a5-63e07b523b00.html">Woman Convicted of Baby's Murder Sentenced to Life with Possible Parole</a>&nbsp;
Chloe Alexis Driver, 24, was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her 13-month-old daughter, Hannah Nicole Driver, in Canton. She will be eligible for parole after 30 years. Driver was found guilty but mentally ill of multiple charges, including malice murder. The crime occurred in December 2020 when Driver stabbed her daughter and herself. Despite a defense of insanity, the jury determined Driver was criminally responsible. The District Attorney highlighted the tragedy and the efforts of first responders. The Georgia Department of Corrections will manage Driver's mental health needs during her incarceration.&nbsp;
STORY 3:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/joellen-wilson-earns-canton-rotary-lifetime-achievement-award/article_af5e1b14-bbe3-11ef-9e6f-eb42b6e83727.html">JoEllen Wilson Earns Canton Rotary Lifetime Achievement Award</a>&nbsp;
JoEllen Wilson, a former Canton City Council member, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Rotary Club of Canton. Honored for her leadership and service, Wilson's career spans decades, including roles at Reinhardt University and extensive community involvement. She served six terms on the Canton City Council and held leadership positions in numerous organizations, such as the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club. Wilson, a trailblazer for women, earned degrees later in life and continues to serve on various boards. Her dedication to community service and education has inspired many.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
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 &nbsp;
Back in a moment &nbsp;
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STORY 4: <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/education/cherokee-school-board-continues-talks-on-potential-budget-shortfalls/article_f055de86-bbc0-11ef-af50-575d9134f667.html">&nbsp; Cherokee School Board Continues Talks on Potential Budget Shortfalls</a>&nbsp;
Cherokee County school board members are reviewing budget priorities for the next school year, focusing on the impact of a new floating homestead exemption for property taxes. This exemption, effective January 2025, could result in a $14 million revenue loss due to expanded senior tax exemptions and an additional $7.8 million loss if the board doesn't opt out of the statewide property tax cap. Options include opting out, cutting services, or raising the millage rate. The board aims to maintain school quality and is considering public hearings and budget adjustments to address these financial challenges.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 5: <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/state_and_national/child-care-study-committee-releases-recommendations/article_221764dd-1483-535d-b82d-22cf64e6e3ef.html">Child Care Study Committee Releases Recommendations</a>&nbsp;
Georgia lawmakers are focusing on tax credits to make child care more accessible and affordable. A state Senate study committee recommended new and expanded tax credits for families with young children, employer-sponsored child care, and early childhood educators. These measures aim to offset child-care costs and help providers manage expenses. The committee also suggested creating a child care trust fund and increasing funding for the CAPS program, which supports low-income families. These recommendations will be considered by the Senate in the 2025 legislative session, with support from Lt. Gov. Burt Jones.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Commercial:&nbsp;&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk&nbsp;&nbsp;
*** INGLES ASK LEAH 1 RAW MILK***&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this. &nbsp;
 COMMERCIAL: Ingles Markets 4&nbsp;
 &nbsp;
SIGN OFF &ndash;  &nbsp;
Thanks again for hanging out with us on today&rsquo;s Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.tribuneledgernews.com&nbsp;
&nbsp;
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. 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.&nbsp;
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