MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Oct 14th

Publish Date:  Oct 13th

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From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.

Today is Satursday, October 14th and happy heavenly birthday to President Dwight D Eisenhower.

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I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.

1. Cobb Schools Wants to Rejoin Map Lawsuit as Elections Board Settles
2. Police Investigate Double Homicide at South Cobb Drive
3. Cobb Commission Moves Forward With 2 Trails in County Master Plan

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!

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STORY 1: Cobb Schools Wants to Rejoin Map Lawsuit as Elections Board Settles

The Cobb County School District is seeking to rejoin a lawsuit challenging a school board map that's alleged to be racially gerrymandered. In July, a federal judge ruled that the school district couldn't be held liable but didn't rule on the map's merits. The Cobb County Board of Elections, the only remaining defendant, is settling with the plaintiffs, declining to defend the map. The school district alleges collusion between the elections board and the plaintiffs to favor Democrats. The lawsuit accuses the map of discriminating against communities of color. The school district is appealing to rejoin the case, and it's uncertain who will ultimately defend the map.......…….Get more stories like this from mdjonline.com

STORY 2: Police Investigate Double Homicide at South Cobb Drive

The Cobb Police Department is investigating a double homicide at the 4800 block of South Cobb Drive. Initial findings suggest a lone suspect approached the establishment, shot and killed two individuals, and then fled in a vehicle. The suspect's vehicle was tracked using Flock cameras. Officers located the suspect's vehicle, and the incident ended when the suspect took their own life. This appears to be an isolated incident involving known individuals, and there is no current threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Cobb County Police Tip Hotline at 770-499-4111.

STORY 3: Cobb Commission Moves Forward With 2 Trails in County Master Plan

Cobb County is progressing with its Chattahoochee River Trail Pilot project, with the Board of Commissioners approving the start of engineering design for the second phase of the two-mile trail. The $3 million allocated for this phase includes $620,000 for the design of a one-mile section by engineering firm Thomas & Hutton. The first phase is already under construction, set to be completed around spring 2026. Commissioner Keli Gambrill opposed the project, citing concerns about funding from a 2016 special-purpose local-option sales tax. Additionally, the commission approved the concept for a four-mile trail connecting Powder Springs to Austell, expecting funding from grants and SPLOST funds. This trail will enhance the county's greenway and trail network.

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STORY 4: Marietta Weather Forecast Mostly Clear This Weekend

Cobb County residents can expect favorable weather for upcoming events like high school homecomings and Chalktoberfest. The National Weather Service predicts the rest of the weekend staying dry and featuring partly cloudy skies. Temperature-wise, it will be mild, with temperatures ranging from the low 60s to low 70s. Wind speeds are expected to remain below 15 miles per hour throughout the weekend.

STORY 5: Cobb Teacher of the year Award

Cobb and Marietta Teachers of the Year, Elizabeth Goff and Candance Torrence, have been honored with handprints on Marietta Square's Teacher Walk of Honor. Goff, Cobb County's Teacher of the Year, teaches English to Speakers of Other Languages at Bells Ferry Elementary. Torrence, Marietta's Teacher of the Year, teaches fifth grade at Burruss Elementary. Both educators shared their paths to teaching and expressed gratitude to their support systems. Goff, a teacher for 21 years, serves students from 29 different language backgrounds. Torrence transitioned from a career in banking to education, inspired by her Aunt Annie Ruggs, a teacher in Alabama. Superintendent Grant Rivera praised Torrence for her inspirational role both inside and outside the classroom.

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STORY 6: Police: Man Sought to Record Woman in Bathroom of Kennesaw Bowling Alley

A 21-year-old Roswell man, Taylor James Levey, was arrested for allegedly attempting to record a woman in the bathroom of a Kennesaw bowling alley using his cell phone. Surveillance footage at Bowlero captured Levey entering the women's restroom, where he was confronted by the victim after she noticed him attempting to record her. She took a photo of Levey before he left the scene in a Hyundai. Levey has been charged with felony unlawful eavesdropping surveillance, arrested on October 2, and released on a $6,500 bond the next day.

STORY 7: Smyrna Woman Arrested After Expired Tag Leads To Drug Trafficking Bust

A Smyrna woman driving a vehicle with an expired license plate was stopped by a Marietta patrol officer on October 10 near Fairground and Lawrence streets. During the traffic stop, the officer discovered multiple narcotics and two weapons in the car. The vehicle's owner, Nakyla Yvette Morman, was arrested. Morman faces charges of trafficking cocaine, intent to distribute cocaine, intent to distribute and distributing marijuana, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. She is also accused of possessing a gun with an altered serial number and is currently held at the Cobb Adult Detention Center without bond.

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