Marietta Daily Journal Podcast'Solar Opposites' Star Mary Mack Performs at Strand Friday
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for October 17th
Publish Date: October 17th
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From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.
Today is Thursday, October 17th and Happy 66th Birthday to singer Alan Jackson
***10.17.24 – BIRTHDAY – ALAN JACKSON***
I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.
1. 'Solar Opposites' Star Mary Mack Performs at Strand Friday
2. Second Day of Early Voting Continues in Cobb
3. Gwen Walz Campaigns in Cobb
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on Fiber.
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: 'Solar Opposites' Star Mary Mack Performs at Strand Friday
Stand-up comedian and voice actress Mary Mack is set to debut at The Strand Theatre in Marietta as part of the “Comedy at The Strand” series. Known for her clean, relatable humor, Mack has released six comedy albums and appeared on shows like “The Tonight Show” and “Last Comic Standing.” She voices Jesse on Hulu's “Solar Opposites” and hosts the “North Star Comedy Hour” podcast. Mack enjoys connecting with audiences and will continue touring into 2025, with two new comedy albums releasing in December. Her show at The Strand starts at 8 p.m. Friday, with tickets available online.
STORY 2: Second Day of Early Voting Continues in Cobb
Cobb County, Georgia, saw record-breaking early voter turnout for the upcoming general election, with over 37,930 residents voting by Wednesday afternoon. This surge more than doubled previous first-day turnouts in 2020 and 2022. Despite some initial technical issues with ballot encoders, voting has proceeded smoothly across 12 stations, with generally short wait times. Many voters chose to vote early for convenience and to ensure their votes are counted, citing concerns about the economy, taxes, and political leadership. Early voting continues through November 1, ahead of Election Day on November 5.
STORY 3: Gwen Walz Campaigns in Cobb
Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz visited Cobb County, Georgia, to rally Democratic voters and support down-ballot candidates, including the Cobb County Board of Education. Speaking alongside local leaders, Walz emphasized the importance of voting in every race to address key issues like education and reproductive rights. Her visit followed a rally by former President Donald Trump in the area. Walz criticized Trump's stance on reproductive rights and encouraged attendees to mobilize voters. Her visit coincided with record-breaking early voter turnout in Georgia, highlighting the urgency of the upcoming election.
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STORY 4: Cobb, Marietta See Improvement in ACT Scores
Cobb and Marietta school districts saw an increase in average ACT scores, outperforming state and national averages. Cobb's average rose to 22.8, while Marietta's increased to 22.7. Both districts ranked in the top 10 statewide, with Cobb seventh and Marietta ninth. Marietta showed significant growth, especially among Hispanic students, and excelled in English and reading. Cobb's top schools, Walton and Wheeler, scored 26. Despite recent gains, both districts have seen a decline since 2021. Georgia's average ACT score slightly decreased, but the state still surpassed national averages in all subjects.
STORY 5: New Video Released in Unsolved Cherokee House Party Shooting Case
The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office released new video footage to help solve the unsolved case of 14-year-old Landon Andrews, who was killed at a house party in 2021. The video shows over 100 kids fleeing the scene, and authorities are seeking those with firsthand knowledge of the incident. Despite processing extensive evidence and witness statements, the shooter remains unidentified. A related fight earlier that night in Kennesaw may be connected. The sheriff’s office urges the public to help bring closure to Andrews' family, who established the LB22 Foundation in his memory. A hotline is available for anonymous tips.
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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on fiber.
***LEAH INTERVIEW***
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