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MDJ Script/ Top Stories for August 15th
Publish Date: August 15th
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From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.
Today is Thursday, August 15th and Happy 35th Birthday to singer Joe Jonas.
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I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.
- Gipson Paces Kell's Offense in Classic
- Marietta Completes $12 Million Powder Springs Street Makeover
- Cobb Elections Board to Charge for Voter Challenges
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss peaches.
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: Gipson Paces Kell's Offense in Classic
In the Corky Kell-Dave Hunter Classic, Kell High School started the 2024 football season with a 29-15 win over North Atlanta despite facing 11 penalties and turnovers. Kell's strong ground game, led by Moonie Gipson with 173 yards and two touchdowns, and Donte Grant with 91 yards, powered the team. Quarterback Keleb Narcisse, in his first start, threw for 147 yards and two touchdowns. After a brief tie in the second half, Kell pulled away with additional touchdowns from Gipson and Narcisse.
STORY 2: 'A Long Time Coming': City Completes $12 Million Powder Springs Street Makeover
After nearly three years and $12 million, Marietta has completed its Powder Springs Street makeover. The project, funded by sales tax referendums from 2011 and 2016, includes new sidewalks, medians, traffic signals, and improved pedestrian trails. The upgrades are designed to enhance traffic flow, reduce travel time, and improve safety. Despite delays due to utility issues and supply chain problems, the project is now finished with additional features like decorative lighting and landscaped medians. Marietta officials hope the improvements will attract new businesses and invigorate the area.
STORY 3: Cobb Elections Board to Charge for Voter Challenges
The Cobb Elections Board has voted to implement fees for those challenging voter registrations, a move approved by a 4-1 vote. The new policy requires challengers to pay to cover costs like notifying voters, mirroring court procedures. This decision follows a recent case where thousands of voter challenges filed by a Cobb resident were dismissed, costing taxpayers approximately $1,600. The board's action aims to address concerns about mass challenges that have burdened election staff. The policy, influenced by recent legislation making voter challenges easier, has sparked debate, with critics arguing it infringes on voting rights and supporters seeing it as a necessary measure for election integrity.
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STORY 4: Early Voting to Include Weekend Dates in Cobb
Early voting for the 2024 November general and presidential elections is set to begin on October 15th. The Cobb County Board of Elections has approved early voting on two Saturdays, October 19th and 26th, and two Sundays, October 20th and 26th. You can vote at any of the 12 polling locations from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays. On Sundays, five select locations will be open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., aligning with church schedules. These locations are the Cobb Elections Main Office, North Cobb Senior Center, East Cobb Government Center, Boots Ward Recreation Center, and South Cobb Community Center, all of which will have drop boxes for absentee ballots. Early voting ends on November 1st. For Election Day, November 5th, remember to vote at your assigned polling location.
STORY 5: Davis Direction Foundation Fundraiser is Saturday
“Recovery Rocks! Celebrating 10 Years of Second Chances” is a fundraiser for The Davis Direction Foundation, happening this Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Governors Gun Club in Kennesaw. The event will feature food, live music, and celebrate the foundation’s decade-long efforts to combat addiction and support recovery. Since its inception in 2014, the foundation has worked to de-stigmatize drug addiction and provide vital resources for recovery. Last year’s auction raised over $37,000. For tickets or sponsorships, contact Missy Owen at 770-693-5982 or via email at missy@davisdirection.com.
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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on peaches.
LEAH INTERVIEW
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