MDJ Script/ Top Stories for February 7th 

Publish Date:  February 7th 

   

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From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.  

  

Today is Friday, February 7th and Happy Birthday to Garth Brooks 

***02.07.25 - BIRTHDAY – GARTH BROOKS*** 

I’m Dan Ratcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  
Man Accused of Hit and Run While Fleeing Police in Stolen Mercedes 
Marietta Man to Appear on "The Price Is Right" in Honor of Grandmother 
Cobb Inmate Accused of Possessing a Shank 

 

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on budgeting 

 

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 (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL) 

STORY 1: Man Accused of Hit and Run While Fleeing Police in Stolen Mercedes 

Jeremiah Michael Mathurin, 24, of Auburn, was arrested after a hit-and-run incident on Jan. 30 in Marietta while fleeing police in a stolen 2020 Mercedes. Driving at 70-80 mph in a 35 mph zone, Mathurin ran a red light, collided with another vehicle, and fled on foot. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, and a Glock 19 was found in the Mercedes. Mathurin faces multiple charges, including theft, fleeing police, hit-and-run, and firearm possession during a crime. He was arrested that night and released on Feb. 1 on a $20,000 bond. 

STORY 2: Marietta Man to Appear on "The Price Is Right" in Honor of Grandmother 

Marietta resident Parker Branton, 30, fulfilled a lifelong dream on Thursday as he competed on “The Price Is Right,” honoring his late grandmother Judy, who inspired his love for the show. Growing up, Parker and his siblings watched the game show daily with Judy, who dreamed of attending a live taping. In fall 2024, Parker and his brother Sam traveled to California to fulfill that dream. Parker was selected to “come on down” during his first taping, an unforgettable moment he attributes to luck and his grandmother’s spirit. His episode aired Thursday at 11 a.m. on CBS and Paramount+. 

STORY 3:  Cobb Inmate Accused of Possessing a Shank 

Emmanuel Torres Hernandez, 20, of Marietta, is accused of possessing a homemade weapon at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center on Jan. 27. The three-inch sharpened weapon was discovered in an air vent in his cell, wrapped in a sticker bearing his name and ID number. Hernandez faces charges for possessing prohibited items and remains in custody without bond. 

 

 

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Break: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Cobb County) 

STORY 4: Cobb School Counselors Recognized for Outstanding Student Support 

Six Cobb schools earned top honors during National School Counseling Week for their exceptional programs, showcasing the theme “School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive.” Big Shanty Intermediate, Kemp Elementary, Hightower Trail Middle, Smitha Middle, Harrison High, and Walton High implemented innovative initiatives to boost student success. Highlights include Big Shanty’s 50% drop in discipline referrals through self-regulation lessons, Kemp’s 32% reduction via Morning Meetings, and Harrison’s 77% increase in passing rates for 9th-grade Hispanic students. These schools exemplify how strong counseling programs foster academic achievement, emotional growth, and positive school climates. 

STORY 5: OUT AND ABOUT: 5 Things to Do This Weekend in Cobb County — Feb. 7- 9 

- Atlanta Ballet's "The Rite of Spring": Experience the world premiere this Friday-Sunday at Cobb Energy Centre. Choreographed by Claudia Schreier, it features Stravinsky’s iconic score and Russian folklore-inspired dances. Tickets: $28-$150. 

 

- GMDT’s Dancing with the Stars: This Saturday at The Strand Theatre, local celebrities perform to support GMDT’s 2025-2026 season. The show starts at 7 p.m., tickets start at $60. 

 

- "GHOST: The Musical": Catch the final weekend of this romantic thriller at Marietta Theatre Company, Friday-Sunday. Tickets: $28-$52, showtime at 8 p.m. 

 

- Big Game Bash: Watch the Super Bowl on a 32-foot screen at Live! at the Battery Atlanta this Sunday. Pre-game fun includes a DJ and giveaways. General admission: $10 (21+ only). 

 

- A Victorian Wedding Exhibit: Visit the William Root House Friday-Sunday to see a display of 1860s wedding artifacts. Admission: $6-$9. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 

 

 

Break:  

 

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on budgeting  

*** INGLES ASK LEAH 3 BUDGETING*** 

We’ll have closing comments after this. 

Break: Ingles Markets 8 

 

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MDJ Script/ Top Stories for February 7th&nbsp;
Publish Date:  February 7th&nbsp;
  &nbsp;
Commercial:&nbsp;&nbsp;
From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. &nbsp;
 &nbsp;
Today is Friday, February 7th and Happy Birthday to Garth Brooks&nbsp;
***02.07.25 - BIRTHDAY &ndash; GARTH BROOKS***&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Dan Ratcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. &nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Man Accused of Hit and Run While Fleeing Police in Stolen Mercedes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Marietta Man to Appear on "The Price Is Right" in Honor of Grandmother&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cobb Inmate Accused of Possessing a Shank&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
&nbsp;
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on budgeting&nbsp;
&nbsp;
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! &nbsp;
&nbsp;
BREAK: CU of GA (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL)&nbsp;
STORY 1:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.mdjonline.com/news/police_fire/man-accused-of-hit-and-run-while-fleeing-police-in-stolen-mercedes/article_8b648f18-e3f2-11ef-bac8-0fe28a1f54a2.html">Man Accused of Hit and Run While Fleeing Police in Stolen Mercedes</a>&nbsp;
Jeremiah Michael Mathurin, 24, of Auburn, was arrested after a hit-and-run incident on Jan. 30 in Marietta while fleeing police in a stolen 2020 Mercedes. Driving at 70-80 mph in a 35 mph zone, Mathurin ran a red light, collided with another vehicle, and fled on foot. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, and a Glock 19 was found in the Mercedes. Mathurin faces multiple charges, including theft, fleeing police, hit-and-run, and firearm possession during a crime. He was arrested that night and released on Feb. 1 on a $20,000 bond.&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.mdjonline.com/news/local/marietta-man-to-appear-on-the-price-is-right-in-honor-of-grandmother/article_e4a90098-e3f4-11ef-bfbc-6f2e9adcd0c1.html">Marietta Man to Appear on "The Price Is Right" in Honor of Grandmother</a>&nbsp;
Marietta resident Parker Branton, 30, fulfilled a lifelong dream on Thursday as he competed on &ldquo;The Price Is Right,&rdquo; honoring his late grandmother Judy, who inspired his love for the show. Growing up, Parker and his siblings watched the game show daily with Judy, who dreamed of attending a live taping. In fall 2024, Parker and his brother Sam traveled to California to fulfill that dream. Parker was selected to &ldquo;come on down&rdquo; during his first taping, an unforgettable moment he attributes to luck and his grandmother&rsquo;s spirit. His episode aired Thursday at 11 a.m. on CBS and Paramount+.&nbsp;
STORY 3:&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.mdjonline.com/news/police_fire/cobb-inmate-accused-of-possessing-a-shank/article_98119c5a-e33a-11ef-b6c3-a3fee81901a8.html">Cobb Inmate Accused of Possessing a Shank</a>&nbsp;
Emmanuel Torres Hernandez, 20, of Marietta, is accused of possessing a homemade weapon at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center on Jan. 27. The three-inch sharpened weapon was discovered in an air vent in his cell, wrapped in a sticker bearing his name and ID number. Hernandez faces charges for possessing prohibited items and remains in custody without bond.&nbsp;
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We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. &nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll be right back &nbsp;
Break: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Cobb County)&nbsp;
STORY 4:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.mdjonline.com/news/education/cobb-school-counselors-recognized-for-outstanding-student-support/article_ded7722c-e49d-11ef-af80-1743bf369ee7.html">Cobb School Counselors Recognized for Outstanding Student Support</a>&nbsp;
Six Cobb schools earned top honors during National School Counseling Week for their exceptional programs, showcasing the theme &ldquo;School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive.&rdquo; Big Shanty Intermediate, Kemp Elementary, Hightower Trail Middle, Smitha Middle, Harrison High, and Walton High implemented innovative initiatives to boost student success. Highlights include Big Shanty&rsquo;s 50% drop in discipline referrals through self-regulation lessons, Kemp&rsquo;s 32% reduction via Morning Meetings, and Harrison&rsquo;s 77% increase in passing rates for 9th-grade Hispanic students. These schools exemplify how strong counseling programs foster academic achievement, emotional growth, and positive school climates.&nbsp;
STORY 5:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.mdjonline.com/news/local/out-and-about-5-things-to-do-this-weekend-in-cobb-county-feb-7-/article_3eda8836-c9fe-11ef-8b36-33cf8fc00522.html">OUT AND ABOUT: 5 Things to Do This Weekend in Cobb County &mdash; Feb. 7- 9</a>&nbsp;
- Atlanta Ballet's "The Rite of Spring": Experience the world premiere this Friday-Sunday at Cobb Energy Centre. Choreographed by Claudia Schreier, it features Stravinsky&rsquo;s iconic score and Russian folklore-inspired dances. Tickets: $28-$150.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
- GMDT&rsquo;s Dancing with the Stars: This Saturday at The Strand Theatre, local celebrities perform to support GMDT&rsquo;s 2025-2026 season. The show starts at 7 p.m., tickets start at $60.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
- "GHOST: The Musical": Catch the final weekend of this romantic thriller at Marietta Theatre Company, Friday-Sunday. Tickets: $28-$52, showtime at 8 p.m.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
- Big Game Bash: Watch the Super Bowl on a 32-foot screen at Live! at the Battery Atlanta this Sunday. Pre-game fun includes a DJ and giveaways. General admission: $10 (21+ only).&nbsp;
&nbsp;
- A Victorian Wedding Exhibit: Visit the William Root House Friday-Sunday to see a display of 1860s wedding artifacts. Admission: $6-$9. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Break:&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on budgeting&nbsp;&nbsp;
*** INGLES ASK LEAH 3 BUDGETING***&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this.&nbsp;
Break: Ingles Markets 8&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Signoff-  &nbsp;
Thanks again for hanging out with us on today&rsquo;s Marietta Daily Journal 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 mdjonline.com&nbsp;
&nbsp;
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