A 17-year-old was arrested Friday night after authorities say he brought a backpack containing a loaded pistol and marijuana to Cherokee High School and attempted to enter a football game there with it. 

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News Minute: Woodstock Student Arrested at football game with drugs and a gun

CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 26th 

Publish Date: December 26th 

  

Pre-Roll:  

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

 

Today is Friday, December 26th and Happy Birthday to Lars Ulrich 

 

I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal 
Cherokee High School student places in statewide art contest
Salleigh Grubbs appointed to State Election Board
Georgia DOT suspends lane closures for the holidays

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on holiday foods  

 

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!  

 

 

Commercial: INGLES 8 

STORY 1: Cherokee High School student places in statewide art contest 

Cherokee High senior Grace Dai just snagged second place in the Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites Art Contest, and her piece, “The Fall of the House of Chief Vann,” is heading to the Georgia State Capitol for the 2026 legislative session. Pretty cool, right? 

Dai’s no stranger to recognition—she’s been in the Governor’s Honors Program for Visual Arts, featured in the Atlanta High School Art Exhibit, and, oh yeah, she’s also a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. 

Her art teacher, Morgan Clifton, must be beaming. Grace? She’s clearly on a roll, and it doesn’t look like she’s slowing down anytime soon. 

STORY 2: Salleigh Grubbs appointed to State Election Board 

 Salleigh Grubbs, former Cobb GOP Chair, is stepping into a new role on the State Election Board. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones appointed her to fill the seat left by Rick Jeffares, who stepped down last week. It’s a “recess appointment,” Grubbs explained, and she’s diving in right away. 

“I’m honored, humbled—really, all of it,” she said. “Fair elections have been my focus for years, and I’m ready to get to work.” 

A Marietta native, Grubbs led the Cobb GOP until earlier this year and now serves as the Georgia GOP’s first vice chair. “This is about transparency,” she added. 

STORY 3: Georgia DOT suspends lane closures for the holidays 

 With the holidays here, the Georgia DOT is giving drivers a little gift: no lane closures on interstates, major routes, or roads near shopping hotspots. 

From Dec. 23 at 6 a.m. to Dec. 28 at 10 p.m., and again from Dec. 31 at 5 a.m. to Jan. 2 at 5 a.m., you’ll get a break from the cones. But don’t get too comfy—crews might still be working nearby, and emergencies? Yeah, those closures can still happen. 

Stay sharp, watch for signs, and check the 511GA app for updates. Safe travels, y’all. 

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Break: INGLES 9 

 

 

STORY 4: High-Scoring Georgia Men's Basketball Continues Non-Conference Roll 

With SEC play looming, Georgia’s men’s basketball team has plenty to feel good about. Monday night, they steamrolled West Georgia 103-74, improving to 11-1 and keeping their spotless 35-0 home non-conference record under coach Mike White intact. 

Blue Cain and Jeremiah Wilkinson were on fire, combining for 39 points. Cain dropped 20 on 9-of-13 shooting, adding four assists and three steals. “They told me about the 100-point record after the game,” Cain said. “It’s cool, but we’re just focused on playing the right way.” 

Somto Cyril? A beast. Fifteen points, 15 boards, four blocks. SEC, here they come. 

FALCONS: Bijan Robinson was electric, C.J. Henderson clutch, and the Falcons? They held on—barely. Atlanta edged Arizona 26-19 on Sunday, thanks to Henderson’s diving interception with 90 seconds left, slamming the door on the Cardinals’ final drive. 

Robinson? Unreal. 171 total yards, a touchdown grab, and a spot in Falcons history—just the third player to hit 2,000 scrimmage yards in a season. Not bad company: Jamal Anderson, William Andrews. 

Arizona? Another heartbreak. Seven straight losses, 12 of their last 13. Brissett’s 203 yards weren’t enough, and a wild Michael Wilson TD catch wasn’t either. 

Atlanta’s still alive. Barely. 

I’m Keith Ippolito and this is your tribune ledger sports minute. 

STORY 5: Incoming Mayor Dennis Nelson shares goals for Ball Ground 

 Dennis Nelson has big plans for Ball Ground. The incoming mayor, set to be sworn in Jan. 15, wants to turn Ball Ground Highway into a bustling commercial corridor and add a new park—maybe even the city’s first dog park. “Right now, it’s just an empty stretch,” he said. “People want to stay local, not drive miles for dinner or shopping.” 

Nelson’s also focused on the truck bypass project, aiming to keep heavy traffic out of downtown. “Everyone’s tired of the trucks,” he said. 

A Ball Ground resident since 2018, Nelson’s roots run deep—his great-great-grandfather helped settle the nearby city of Nelson. 

 

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on holiday foods  

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CTL Script/&nbsp;Top Stories of&nbsp;December&nbsp;26th&nbsp;
Publish Date:&nbsp;December&nbsp;26th&nbsp;
 &nbsp;
Pre-Roll:&nbsp;&nbsp;
From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Today is Friday,&nbsp;December&nbsp;26th&nbsp;and Happy Birthday to&nbsp;Lars Ulrich&nbsp;
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m&nbsp;Chris Culwell&nbsp;and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by&nbsp;Times Journal&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Cherokee High School student places in statewide art contest</li>
<li>Salleigh Grubbs appointed to State Election Board</li>
<li>Georgia DOT suspends lane closures for the holidays</li>
</ol>
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on&nbsp;holiday foods&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll&nbsp;have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if&nbsp;you&rsquo;re&nbsp;looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! &nbsp;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Commercial:&nbsp;INGLES 8&nbsp;
STORY 1:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/education/cherokee-high-school-student-places-in-statewide-art-contest/article_09bd63c9-df7c-45ee-917e-98c0baeb9082.html">Cherokee High School student places in statewide art contest</a>&nbsp;
Cherokee High senior Grace Dai just snagged second place in the Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites Art Contest, and her piece, &ldquo;The Fall of the House of Chief Vann,&rdquo; is heading to the Georgia State Capitol for the 2026 legislative session. Pretty cool, right?&nbsp;
Dai&rsquo;s no stranger to recognition&mdash;she&rsquo;s&nbsp;been in the Governor&rsquo;s Honors Program for Visual Arts, featured in the Atlanta High School Art Exhibit, and, oh&nbsp;yeah,&nbsp;she&rsquo;s&nbsp;also a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist.&nbsp;
Her art teacher, Morgan Clifton, must be beaming. Grace?&nbsp;She&rsquo;s&nbsp;clearly&nbsp;on a roll, and it&nbsp;doesn&rsquo;t&nbsp;look like&nbsp;she&rsquo;s&nbsp;slowing down anytime soon.&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/state_and_national/salleigh-grubbs-appointed-to-state-election-board/article_71092558-3a13-5c1e-8ee4-ce20bcdf7343.html">Salleigh&nbsp;Grubbs appointed to State Election Board</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;Salleigh&nbsp;Grubbs, former Cobb GOP Chair, is stepping into a new role on the State Election Board. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones appointed her to fill the seat left by Rick Jeffares, who stepped down last week.&nbsp;It&rsquo;s&nbsp;a &ldquo;recess appointment,&rdquo; Grubbs explained, and&nbsp;she&rsquo;s&nbsp;diving in&nbsp;right away.&nbsp;
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m honored, humbled&mdash;really, all of it,&rdquo; she said. &ldquo;Fair elections have been my focus for years, and I&rsquo;m ready to get to work.&rdquo;&nbsp;
A Marietta native, Grubbs led the Cobb GOP until earlier this year and now serves as the Georgia GOP&rsquo;s first vice chair. &ldquo;This is about transparency,&rdquo; she added.&nbsp;
STORY 3:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fultonneighbor.com/news/georgia-dot-suspends-lane-closures-for-the-holidays/article_acc89874-025d-46c1-81c0-3e06f66df3d2.html">Georgia DOT suspends lane closures for the holidays</a>&nbsp;
 With&nbsp;the holidays here, the Georgia DOT is giving drivers a little gift: no lane closures on interstates, major routes, or roads near shopping hotspots.&nbsp;
From Dec. 23 at 6 a.m. to Dec. 28 at 10 p.m., and again from Dec. 31 at 5 a.m. to Jan. 2 at 5 a.m.,&nbsp;you&rsquo;ll&nbsp;get a break from the cones. But&nbsp;don&rsquo;t&nbsp;get too&nbsp;comfy&mdash;crews&nbsp;might still be working nearby, and emergencies?&nbsp;Yeah, those closures can still happen.&nbsp;
Stay sharp, watch for signs, and check the 511GA app for updates. Safe&nbsp;travels, y&rsquo;all.&nbsp;
We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. &nbsp;
 &nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll&nbsp;be right back.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Break:&nbsp;INGLES 9&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 4:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/sports/high-scoring-georgia-mens-basketball-continues-non-conference-roll/article_29b6bb02-11d0-514b-9488-925849e5b1b4.html">High-Scoring Georgia Men's Basketball Continues Non-Conference Roll</a>&nbsp;
With SEC play looming, Georgia&rsquo;s men&rsquo;s basketball team has plenty to feel good about. Monday night, they steamrolled West Georgia 103-74, improving to 11-1 and keeping their spotless 35-0 home non-conference record under coach Mike White intact.&nbsp;
Blue Cain and Jeremiah Wilkinson were on fire,&nbsp;combining for&nbsp;39 points. Cain dropped 20 on 9-of-13 shooting, adding four assists and three steals. &ldquo;They told me about the 100-point record after the game,&rdquo; Cain said. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s cool, but we&rsquo;re just focused on playing the right way.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Somto&nbsp;Cyril? A beast. Fifteen points, 15 boards, four&nbsp;blocks. SEC, here they come.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.fox5atlanta.com/sports/falcons-notch-second-straight-road-win-robinson-powers-26-19-victory">FALCONS:</a>&nbsp;Bijan Robinson was electric, C.J. Henderson clutch, and the Falcons? They held on&mdash;barely. Atlanta edged Arizona 26-19 on Sunday, thanks to Henderson&rsquo;s diving interception with&nbsp;90 seconds&nbsp;left, slamming the door on the Cardinals&rsquo; final drive.&nbsp;
Robinson? Unreal. 171 total yards, a touchdown grab, and a spot in Falcons history&mdash;just the third player to hit 2,000 scrimmage yards in a season. Not bad company: Jamal Anderson, William Andrews.&nbsp;
Arizona? Another heartbreak. Seven straight losses, 12 of their last 13. Brissett&rsquo;s&nbsp;203 yards&nbsp;weren&rsquo;t&nbsp;enough, and a wild Michael Wilson TD catch&nbsp;wasn&rsquo;t&nbsp;either.&nbsp;
Atlanta&rsquo;s still alive. Barely.&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m&nbsp;Keith Ippolito and this is&nbsp;your tribune ledger sports minute.&nbsp;
STORY 5:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/incoming-mayor-dennis-nelson-shares-goals-for-ball-ground/article_ba9533b3-927f-4f47-9600-79d6df73b0f8.html">Incoming Mayor Dennis Nelson shares goals for Ball Ground</a>&nbsp;
 Dennis Nelson has big plans for Ball Ground. The incoming mayor, set to be sworn&nbsp;in&nbsp;Jan. 15, wants to turn Ball Ground Highway into a bustling commercial corridor and add a new park&mdash;maybe even&nbsp;the city&rsquo;s first dog park. &ldquo;Right now, it&rsquo;s just an empty stretch,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;People want to stay local, not drive miles for dinner or shopping.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Nelson&rsquo;s&nbsp;also focused on the truck bypass project, aiming to keep heavy traffic out of downtown. &ldquo;Everyone&rsquo;s&nbsp;tired of the trucks,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp;
A Ball Ground resident since 2018, Nelson&rsquo;s roots&nbsp;run&nbsp;deep&mdash;his great-great-grandfather helped settle the nearby city of Nelson.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets&nbsp;on&nbsp;holiday foods&nbsp;&nbsp;
Commercial:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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We&rsquo;ll&nbsp;have closing comments after this. &nbsp;
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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&nbsp;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;
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Cherokee High School student places in statewide art contest | Salleigh Grubbs appointed to State Election Board | Georgia DOT suspends lane closures for the holidays

CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 19th 

Publish Date: December 19th 

  

Pre-Roll:  

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

 

Today is Friday, December 19th and Happy Birthday to Al Kaline 

 

I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal 
Sawnee EMC announces a balanced rate approach for 2026
Northside Hospital Cherokee named one of the best in U.S. for maternity care
School board honors retiring Chief of Staff Mike McGowan

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats 

As well as Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

 

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!  

 

Here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

 

Commercial: THE STRAND 

STORY 1: Sawnee EMC announces a balanced rate approach for 2026 

Sawnee EMC has some good news for its members heading into 2026—most will see their monthly bills drop slightly in January compared to December. It’s not a huge change, but hey, every little bit helps, right? 

Here’s the deal: the Board of Directors voted to lower the Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment (WPCA) by $4.72 per month for accounts using 1,500 kWh. At the same time, they approved small increases to base charges—about $2 to $3 per month. The net result? A $2 monthly savings for most members using 1,500 kWh. 

For those using less energy, the savings will be smaller, but still there. 

Sawnee says it’s committed to keeping rates affordable and only making changes when absolutely necessary. Serving over 203,000 accounts across seven counties in north Georgia, they also offer energy-saving tips, rebates, and incentives to help members cut costs. 

Questions? Call 770-887-2363 or visit www.sawnee.coop. 

STORY 2: Northside Hospital Cherokee named one of the best in U.S. for maternity care 

 Northside Hospital Cherokee just snagged a big honor—it’s been named one of the nation’s top hospitals for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report. The “High Performing” rating puts it in the top 10% for uncomplicated pregnancies, making it one of only seven hospitals in Georgia to earn the distinction. 

Last year, nearly 3,000 babies were born at the Canton hospital, which also holds a Level III maternal care verification. Christina Roberts, director of women’s services, called the recognition a testament to their “high-quality, compassionate care.” 

Oh, and it’s not just maternity—Northside Cherokee also excels in 15 other areas, from cancer surgeries to heart failure care. 

STORY 3: School board honors retiring Chief of Staff Mike McGowan 

 After nearly 30 years with the Cherokee County School District, Mike McGowan is hanging up his hat—and the farewell was as heartfelt as you’d expect for someone who’s been a cornerstone of the district. 

At his final school board meeting last week, McGowan, CCSD’s first-ever chief of staff, was showered with gratitude, stories, and a few tears.  

Here is Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis and several school board members thanking McGowan for his service to CCSD. 

VO CLIPS  

From “hall monitor” to “everybody’s best friend,” McGowan’s legacy is clear: he made things better—for students, staff, and the entire community. 

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Break: Ingles Markets 8 

 

 

STORY 4: Names approved for new Cherokee High School athletic facilities 

Tommy Baker Field isn’t going anywhere—at least in name. 

Cherokee County’s school board made it official on Dec. 11: the new Cherokee High School’s football field will still be called Tommy Baker Field, while the stadium itself gets a fresh name, Warrior Stadium. For Cherokee’s athletic director Jeremy Adams, keeping the name alive wasn’t up for debate. 

The original Tommy Baker Field, home to the Warriors for 70 seasons, was named in 1958 after Tommy Baker, a student who passed away tragically in 1957. His legacy? Still strong. 

BRAVES:  Ha-Seong Kim is staying put in Atlanta—at least for another year. The 30-year-old shortstop signed a one-year, $20 million deal with the Braves on Monday, locking him in as the team’s starter for 2026. Not bad, considering he turned down a $16 million option just last month and walked away with an extra $4 million. 

Kim joined the Braves late last season, claimed off waivers from Tampa Bay on Sept. 1. He made an immediate impact, hitting .309 with a .372 OBP, three homers, and 12 RBIs in his first 19 games. Sure, he cooled off at the end—1-for-19 in the last five games—but the Braves clearly see his potential. 

Kim’s journey hasn’t been without bumps. Injuries sidelined him for much of 2025 with the Rays, where he hit just .214 in 24 games. But let’s not forget—this guy won a Gold Glove with the Padres in 2023 and has 84 career stolen bases. 

The Braves are betting on a bounce-back. And if Kim can channel his San Diego form, he could be a 3-4 WAR player. High hopes, but hey, the talent’s there. 

I’m Keith Ippolito and this is your tribune ledger sports minute. 

STORY 5: Tanner Place in Canton will soon welcome its first residents 

 Come January 1, the first families will finally move into Tanner Place, a long-awaited affordable housing community in Canton. The ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday wasn’t just about opening doors—it was about honoring a legacy. 

Pat Tanner, the neighborhood’s namesake and a former Canton City Council member, stood alongside her 98-year-old mother, Ozella Tanner, as she cut the ribbon. “This is humbling,” Tanner said, her voice full of emotion. “We knew this city needed safe, decent housing, and today, we’ve made that happen.” 

Tanner Place replaces 39 old units with 70 new ones, funded through state tax credits, HUD vouchers, and local contributions. Mayor Bill Grant called it “money well spent,” noting it’s the first new public housing in Canton in over 50 years. 

CHA Director Jacquelyn Loberg said 18 units are ready now, with more to follow in January.  

This project is just the beginning—next up, the redevelopment of Oakside Drive.  

 

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats 

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We’ll have closing comments after this.  

 

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SIGN OFF –   

Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’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 

 

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. 

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CTL Script/&nbsp;Top Stories of&nbsp;December&nbsp;19th&nbsp;
Publish Date:&nbsp;December&nbsp;19th&nbsp;
 &nbsp;
Pre-Roll:&nbsp;&nbsp;
From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Today is Friday,&nbsp;December&nbsp;19th&nbsp;and Happy Birthday to&nbsp;Al Kaline&nbsp;
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m&nbsp;Chris Culwell&nbsp;and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by&nbsp;Times Journal&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Sawnee EMC announces a balanced rate approach for 2026</li>
<li>Northside Hospital Cherokee named one of the best in U.S. for maternity care</li>
<li>School board honors retiring Chief of Staff Mike McGowan</li>
</ol>
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on&nbsp;saturated fats&nbsp;
As well as Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll&nbsp;have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if&nbsp;you&rsquo;re&nbsp;looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Commercial:&nbsp;THE STRAND&nbsp;
STORY 1:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/sawnee-emc-announces-a-balanced-rate-approach-for-2026/article_489e4627-c88c-4a29-b518-624288d16a35.html">Sawnee&nbsp;EMC announces a balanced rate approach for 2026</a>&nbsp;
Sawnee&nbsp;EMC has some good news for its members heading into 2026&mdash;most will see their monthly bills drop slightly in January compared to December.&nbsp;It&rsquo;s&nbsp;not a huge change, but hey, every little bit helps, right?&nbsp;
Here&rsquo;s&nbsp;the deal: the Board of Directors voted to lower the Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment (WPCA) by $4.72 per month for accounts using 1,500 kWh. At the same time, they approved small increases to base charges&mdash;about $2 to $3 per month. The net result? A $2 monthly savings for most members using 1,500 kWh.&nbsp;
For those using less energy, the savings will be smaller, but still there.&nbsp;
Sawnee&nbsp;says it&rsquo;s committed to keeping rates affordable and only making changes when absolutely necessary. Serving over 203,000 accounts across seven counties in north Georgia, they also offer energy-saving tips, rebates, and incentives to help members cut costs.&nbsp;
Questions? Call 770-887-2363 or visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sawnee.coop/">www.sawnee.coop</a>.&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/northside-hospital-cherokee-named-one-of-the-best-in-u-s-for-maternity-care/article_75486f04-34b1-4b41-8b9e-84d48d55344e.html">Northside Hospital Cherokee named one of the best in U.S. for maternity care</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;Northside Hospital Cherokee just snagged a big honor&mdash;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;been named one of the nation&rsquo;s top hospitals for maternity care by&nbsp;U.S. News &amp; World Report. The &ldquo;High Performing&rdquo; rating puts it in the top 10% for uncomplicated pregnancies, making it one of only seven hospitals in Georgia to earn the distinction.&nbsp;
Last year,&nbsp;nearly 3,000&nbsp;babies were born at the Canton hospital, which also holds a Level III maternal care verification. Christina Roberts, director of women&rsquo;s services, called the recognition a testament to their &ldquo;high-quality, compassionate care.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Oh, and&nbsp;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;not just maternity&mdash;Northside Cherokee also excels in 15 other areas, from cancer surgeries to heart failure care.&nbsp;
STORY 3:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/education/school-board-honors-retiring-chief-of-staff-mike-mcgowan/article_cf84d9f3-9505-4f0b-b12c-fe2b7967a59c.html">School board honors retiring Chief of Staff Mike McGowan</a>&nbsp;
 After&nbsp;nearly 30&nbsp;years with the Cherokee County School District, Mike McGowan is hanging up his hat&mdash;and the farewell was as heartfelt as&nbsp;you&rsquo;d&nbsp;expect for&nbsp;someone&nbsp;who&rsquo;s&nbsp;been a cornerstone of the district.&nbsp;
At his final school board&nbsp;meeting&nbsp;last week, McGowan, CCSD&rsquo;s first-ever chief of staff, was showered with gratitude, stories, and a few tears.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Here is&nbsp;Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis&nbsp;and several school board members thanking&nbsp;McGowan for his service to CCSD.&nbsp;
VO CLIPS&nbsp;&nbsp;
From &ldquo;hall monitor&rdquo; to &ldquo;everybody&rsquo;s best friend,&rdquo; McGowan&rsquo;s legacy is clear: he made things better&mdash;for students, staff, and the entire community.&nbsp;
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STORY 4:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/sports/names-approved-for-new-cherokee-high-school-athletic-facilities/article_6bf07b79-e046-47b0-91e7-4dddccd5d192.html">Names approved for new Cherokee High School athletic facilities</a>&nbsp;
Tommy Baker Field&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;going anywhere&mdash;at least in name.&nbsp;
Cherokee County&rsquo;s school board made it official on Dec. 11: the new Cherokee High School&rsquo;s football field will still be called Tommy Baker Field, while the stadium itself gets a fresh name, Warrior Stadium. For Cherokee&rsquo;s athletic director Jeremy Adams, keeping the name alive&nbsp;wasn&rsquo;t&nbsp;up for debate.&nbsp;
The original Tommy Baker Field, home to the Warriors for 70 seasons, was named in 1958 after Tommy Baker, a student who passed away tragically in 1957. His legacy? Still strong.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/sports/braves/braves-re-sign-ss-ha-seong-kim-on-1-year-20m-deal/article_2148a387-0104-560d-82da-217cf98ac4ad.html">BRAVES:</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Ha-Seong Kim is&nbsp;staying put&nbsp;in&nbsp;Atlanta&mdash;at least&nbsp;for another year. The 30-year-old shortstop signed a one-year, $20 million deal with the Braves on Monday, locking him in as the team&rsquo;s starter for 2026. Not bad, considering he turned down a $16 million&nbsp;option&nbsp;just last month and walked away with an extra $4 million.&nbsp;
Kim joined the Braves late last season,&nbsp;claimed&nbsp;off&nbsp;waivers from Tampa Bay on Sept. 1. He made an immediate impact, hitting .309 with a .372 OBP, three homers, and 12 RBIs in his first 19 games. Sure, he cooled off at the end&mdash;1-for-19 in the last five games&mdash;but the Braves clearly see his potential.&nbsp;
Kim&rsquo;s journey&nbsp;hasn&rsquo;t&nbsp;been without bumps. Injuries sidelined him for much of 2025 with the Rays, where he hit just .214 in 24 games. But&nbsp;let&rsquo;s&nbsp;not forget&mdash;this guy won a Gold Glove with the Padres in 2023 and has 84 career stolen bases.&nbsp;
The Braves are betting on a bounce-back. And if Kim can channel his San Diego form, he could be a 3-4 WAR player. High hopes, but hey, the talent&rsquo;s there.&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m&nbsp;Keith Ippolito and this is&nbsp;your tribune ledger sports minute.&nbsp;
STORY 5:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/tanner-place-in-canton-will-soon-welcome-its-first-residents/article_49ac6781-51d8-4a57-a6df-9283fc2b97ce.html">Tanner Place in Canton will soon welcome its first residents</a>&nbsp;
 Come January 1, the first families will finally move into Tanner Place, a long-awaited affordable housing community in Canton. The ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday&nbsp;wasn&rsquo;t&nbsp;just about opening&nbsp;doors&mdash;it was about honoring a legacy.&nbsp;
Pat Tanner, the&nbsp;neighborhood&rsquo;s&nbsp;namesake and a former Canton City Council member, stood alongside her 98-year-old mother, Ozella Tanner, as she cut the ribbon. &ldquo;This is humbling,&rdquo; Tanner said, her voice full of emotion. &ldquo;We knew this city needed safe, decent housing, and today, we&rsquo;ve made that happen.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Tanner Place replaces 39 old units with 70 new ones, funded through state tax credits, HUD vouchers, and local contributions. Mayor Bill Grant called it &ldquo;money well spent,&rdquo; noting&nbsp;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;the first new public housing in Canton in over 50 years.&nbsp;
CHA Director Jacquelyn Loberg said 18 units are ready now, with more to follow in January.&nbsp;&nbsp;
This project is just the beginning&mdash;next up, the redevelopment of Oakside Drive.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets&nbsp;on&nbsp;saturated fats&nbsp;
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CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 12th 

Publish Date: December 12th 

  

Pre-Roll:  

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

 

Today is Friday, December 12th and Happy Birthday to Frank Sinatra  

 

I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal 
Canton Lions Club donates $6K to 'Shop with a Cop' program
New taco fusion restaurant opens in Woodstock’s Towne Lake
Road closure planned for Cherokee Avenue in Nelson

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on milk 

As well as Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

 

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!  

 

Here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

 

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STORY 1: Canton Lions Club donates $6K to 'Shop with a Cop' program 

The Canton Lions Club stepped up in a big way Tuesday, donating $6,000 to the Canton Police Department’s “Shop with a Cop” program—a holiday tradition that brings smiles to kids and families in need across Cherokee County. 

Lions Club members Shawn Tolan and Marty Taylor handed over the check, and they weren’t alone in their generosity. The Laurel Canyon Optimist Club chipped in another $1,500 to help make this year’s event even bigger. 

“This program is everything,” said Canton Police Chief Marty Ferrell. “It’s about connection, joy, and showing kids we’re here for them. We couldn’t do it without these amazing partners.” 

STORY 2: New taco fusion restaurant opens in Woodstock’s Towne Lake 

 There’s a new taco spot in Towne Lake, and it’s not your typical taco joint. Towne Lake Taco Co., owned by Rick and Julie VanBuren, is throwing a grand opening party this Thursday through Saturday, complete with deals, giveaways, and a special-edition taco. 

“We’re not a Mexican restaurant,” Rick said. “We’re a fusion spot—tacos are just our canvas to play with flavors.” And play they do. This weekend’s exclusive? A steak au poivre taco with sirloin, greens, and a peppercorn sauce spiked with Grandaddy Mimm’s sorghum rum. 

Deals include free tacos, $45 taco flights, and $8 sangrias. Oh, and brownie chimichangas for dessert. 

STORY 3: Road closure planned for Cherokee Avenue in Nelson 

 Heads up, Nelson residents—storm drainpipe work is coming to Cherokee Avenue, and it’s going to mean a road closure. From Dec. 15 to Dec. 19, the stretch between 61 and 98 Cherokee Avenue will be shut down. 

Here’s the deal: if you’re at 61, you’ll need to head west to get in or out. If you’re at 98, it’s east for you. Signs will go up at Dogwood Pass and Hillside Lane to mark the closure. 

Be careful around the crews and equipment, and please follow the work zone signs—it’s for everyone’s safety. Questions? Call 678-493-6077. Thanks for your patience! 

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STORY 4:Chattahoochee Gold grabs top three finish at senior state championships 

  The Chattahoochee Gold Swim Club made waves at the Georgia Senior State Championships in Athens last weekend, with both the boys and girls teams landing top-three finishes. 

The boys snagged second place with 587.5 points, just behind Swim Atlanta (622) and ahead of Dynamo (505). Asher Cooper was the standout, racking up 90 points with wins in the 200 backstroke (1:47.77) and 200 butterfly (1:51.11). Parker Hebert and Jack Lynch also delivered big, with Hebert taking second in the 500 freestyle (4:33.09). 

On the girls’ side, they finished third overall, led by Ashlyn Loftin’s 55 points and Ariana Lutz’s two first-place swims, including the 500 freestyle (4:58.75). 

BRAVES:The Atlanta Braves just inked a deal with free-agent outfielder Mike Yastrzemski—yep, Carl Yastrzemski’s grandson—for two years and $23 million, with an option for a third. 

Yaz (the younger) has had an up-and-down career. He burst onto the scene in 2019, hitting .272 with 21 homers as a rookie, and even snagged some MVP votes in 2020 when he batted .297 during the shortened season. But since 2021? He hasn’t quite found that same spark, hitting .233 with 17 homers last year between the Giants and Royals. 

At 35, he’s likely looking at left field or a fourth-outfielder role—Acuña’s got right field locked down. 

I’m Keith Ippolito and this is your tribune ledger sports minute. 

STORY 5: Cherokee Chick-fil-As donate $155K for local charities 

 The Operators and Marketing Directors of Cherokee County’s six Chick-fil-A and Truett’s Grill locations handed over a jaw-dropping $155,000 check to the Cherokee County Educational Foundation (CCEF)—all thanks to the 12th Annual Cherokee County Chick-fil-A 5K. This year’s event? Bigger than ever, with over 2,700 runners and walkers showing up. 

It wasn’t just a race—it was a full-on celebration. Think Chick-fil-A biscuits, a petting zoo, balloon animals, face painting, live dance performances, and giveaways galore. Oh, and nonprofits got free booth space to connect with the community. 

The best part? That $155,000 will support CCEF and Cherokee County Special Olympics. 

 

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on milk 

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CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 12th&nbsp;
Publish Date: December 12th&nbsp;
 &nbsp;
Pre-Roll:&nbsp;&nbsp;
From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Today is Friday, December 12th and Happy Birthday to Frank Sinatra&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Canton Lions Club donates $6K to 'Shop with a Cop' program</li>
<li>New taco fusion restaurant opens in Woodstock&rsquo;s Towne Lake</li>
<li>Road closure planned for Cherokee Avenue in Nelson</li>
</ol>
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on milk&nbsp;
As well as Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&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;
Here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Commercial: THE STRAND&nbsp;
STORY 1: <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/canton-lions-club-donates-6k-to-shop-with-a-cop-program/article_ee4ff894-2e5a-4f72-a603-1a444bf3f9a5.html">Canton Lions Club donates $6K to 'Shop with a Cop' program</a>&nbsp;
The Canton Lions Club stepped up in a big way Tuesday, donating $6,000 to the Canton Police Department&rsquo;s &ldquo;Shop with a Cop&rdquo; program&mdash;a holiday tradition that brings smiles to kids and families in need across Cherokee County.&nbsp;
Lions Club members Shawn Tolan and Marty Taylor handed over the check, and they weren&rsquo;t alone in their generosity. The Laurel Canyon Optimist Club chipped in another $1,500 to help make this year&rsquo;s event even bigger.&nbsp;
&ldquo;This program is everything,&rdquo; said Canton Police Chief Marty Ferrell. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s about connection, joy, and showing kids we&rsquo;re here for them. We couldn&rsquo;t do it without these amazing partners.&rdquo;&nbsp;
STORY 2: <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/business/new-taco-fusion-restaurant-opens-in-woodstock-s-towne-lake/article_401a903d-97a7-4d90-9257-8e5f126d2b49.html">New taco fusion restaurant opens in Woodstock&rsquo;s Towne Lake</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;There&rsquo;s a new taco spot in Towne Lake, and it&rsquo;s not your typical taco joint. Towne Lake Taco Co., owned by Rick and Julie VanBuren, is throwing a grand opening party this Thursday through Saturday, complete with deals, giveaways, and a special-edition taco.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re not a Mexican restaurant,&rdquo; Rick said. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re a fusion spot&mdash;tacos are just our canvas to play with flavors.&rdquo; And play they do. This weekend&rsquo;s exclusive? A steak au poivre taco with sirloin, greens, and a peppercorn sauce spiked with Grandaddy Mimm&rsquo;s sorghum rum.&nbsp;
Deals include free tacos, $45 taco flights, and $8 sangrias. Oh, and brownie chimichangas for dessert.&nbsp;
STORY 3: <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/road-closure-planned-for-cherokee-avenue-in-nelson/article_567cca04-29cb-470d-984f-95e296c13c75.html">Road closure planned for Cherokee Avenue in Nelson</a>&nbsp;
 Heads up, Nelson residents&mdash;storm drainpipe work is coming to Cherokee Avenue, and it&rsquo;s going to mean a road closure. From Dec. 15 to Dec. 19, the stretch between 61 and 98 Cherokee Avenue will be shut down.&nbsp;
Here&rsquo;s the deal: if you&rsquo;re at 61, you&rsquo;ll need to head west to get in or out. If you&rsquo;re at 98, it&rsquo;s east for you. Signs will go up at Dogwood Pass and Hillside Lane to mark the closure.&nbsp;
Be careful around the crews and equipment, and please follow the work zone signs&mdash;it&rsquo;s for everyone&rsquo;s safety. Questions? Call 678-493-6077. Thanks for your patience!&nbsp;
We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. &nbsp;
 &nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll be right back.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Break: Ingles Markets 7&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
STORY 4: <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/sports/chattahoochee-gold-grabs-top-three-finish-at-senior-state-championships/article_d5bcf23b-079f-462b-a500-5ec2f17a9920.html">Chattahoochee Gold grabs top three finish at senior state championships</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp; The Chattahoochee Gold Swim Club made waves at the Georgia Senior State Championships in Athens last weekend, with both the boys and girls teams landing top-three finishes.&nbsp;
The boys snagged second place with 587.5 points, just behind Swim Atlanta (622) and ahead of Dynamo (505). Asher Cooper was the standout, racking up 90 points with wins in the 200 backstroke (1:47.77) and 200 butterfly (1:51.11). Parker Hebert and Jack Lynch also delivered big, with Hebert taking second in the 500 freestyle (4:33.09).&nbsp;
On the girls&rsquo; side, they finished third overall, led by Ashlyn Loftin&rsquo;s 55 points and Ariana Lutz&rsquo;s two first-place swims, including the 500 freestyle (4:58.75).&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/sports/braves/braves-sign-of-mike-yastrzemski-to-2-year-deal/article_21733ff0-a3c9-537e-8338-2257955d7bc6.html">BRAVES:</a> The Atlanta Braves just inked a deal with free-agent outfielder Mike Yastrzemski&mdash;yep, Carl Yastrzemski&rsquo;s grandson&mdash;for two years and $23 million, with an option for a third.&nbsp;
Yaz (the younger) has had an up-and-down career. He burst onto the scene in 2019, hitting .272 with 21 homers as a rookie, and even snagged some MVP votes in 2020 when he batted .297 during the shortened season. But since 2021? He hasn&rsquo;t quite found that same spark, hitting .233 with 17 homers last year between the Giants and Royals.&nbsp;
At 35, he&rsquo;s likely looking at left field or a fourth-outfielder role&mdash;Acu&ntilde;a&rsquo;s got right field locked down.&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Keith Ippolito and this is your tribune ledger sports minute.&nbsp;
STORY 5: <a href="https://www.tribuneledgernews.com/local_news/cherokee-chick-fil-as-donate-155k-for-local-charities/article_7170311d-3190-4edb-881d-061bd87b976d.html">Cherokee Chick-fil-As donate $155K for local charities</a>&nbsp;
 The Operators and Marketing Directors of Cherokee County&rsquo;s six Chick-fil-A and Truett&rsquo;s Grill locations handed over a jaw-dropping $155,000 check to the Cherokee County Educational Foundation (CCEF)&mdash;all thanks to the 12th Annual Cherokee County Chick-fil-A 5K. This year&rsquo;s event? Bigger than ever, with over 2,700 runners and walkers showing up.&nbsp;
It wasn&rsquo;t just a race&mdash;it was a full-on celebration. Think Chick-fil-A biscuits, a petting zoo, balloon animals, face painting, live dance performances, and giveaways galore. Oh, and nonprofits got free booth space to connect with the community.&nbsp;
The best part? That $155,000 will support CCEF and Cherokee County Special Olympics.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on milk&nbsp;
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