MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 19th

Publish Date:  December 19th

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

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

***12.19.24 - BIRTHDAY – AL KALINE***

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

1. Soldier Reunited with Dog He Met While Deployed Overseas

2. Cobb Approves Indoor Soccer Facility in Mableton

3. 40-Home West Cobb Subdivision Approved

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk.

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STORY 1:  Soldier Reunited with Dog He Met While Deployed Overseas

Army Spc. Landon Gnade was reunited with his puppy, Lepo, thanks to the nonprofit Paws of War, after serving in Kosovo. Gnade met Lepo, originally named Onyx, during his deployment, and they quickly bonded. Paws of War, which helps veterans by reuniting them with animals they bonded with during service, facilitated Lepo's journey to the U.S. Despite challenges in transporting animals, the nonprofit successfully brought Lepo to Georgia, where he will live on Gnade's farm. Paws of War will cover Lepo's medical and insurance costs for life, supporting both the soldier and his pet.

STORY 2:  Cobb Approves Indoor Soccer Facility in Mableton

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a proposal for an indoor soccer facility on Lions Club Drive, requested by Trejo Soccer Academy. The facility, a 24,028-square-foot warehouse, will be rezoned for commercial indoor recreation, allowing the academy to expand with two indoor fields for youth and adult training. Initially met with opposition over parking and rezoning concerns, the proposal was approved with stipulations, including occupancy limits and a 40-foot buffer. The facility must be completed within 180 days, and the property cleaned up. The building, originally a roller rink, will be repurposed for soccer training.

STORY 3:   40-Home West Cobb Subdivision Approved

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a subdivision on Midway Road, proposed by Poston Properties, with a 5-0 vote. The development will feature 40 traditional and craftsman-style homes, reduced from an initial 47, with sizes ranging from 2,200 to 2,800 square feet. The 48.67-acre property will include 20.93 acres of protected open space, walking trails, and park areas. A homeowners association will maintain common areas. A 100-foot buffer will separate the subdivision from neighbors, and development hours are restricted. The project aims to offer diverse housing sizes, addressing some affordable housing concerns.

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STORY 4:  AROUND TOWN: Cobb Lawmakers on Vaccines; Jerica Richardson's Uncertain Future

Two Cobb County Republican lawmakers, Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick and Rep. Sharon Cooper, are defending the polio vaccine amid efforts to undermine its credibility. Kirkpatrick, a physician, emphasized the vaccine's role in preventing polio globally, while Cooper, a nurse, criticized misinformation and stressed the importance of childhood vaccinations. Both highlighted the resurgence of polio cases and the need for proven vaccines. Meanwhile, Cobb County Commissioner Jerica Richardson was recognized for her service, despite uncertainties about her political future due to districting issues. The Cobb County Democratic Party announced its new leadership team, focusing on maintaining their influence in the area.

STORY 5:  No. 9: Cobb Sees Primary Upsets, Presidential Visits

In 2024, Cobb County saw significant political shifts and high-profile election events. Sonya Allen, a former deputy district attorney, unseated incumbent DA Flynn Broady in the Democratic primary, securing her position without Republican opposition. In Georgia House District 42, socialist Gabriel Sanchez defeated incumbent Teri Anulewicz, later winning the general election. Cobb was a battleground for the presidential race, hosting multiple visits from President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance, as well as Vice President Kamala Harris. Despite Cobb's Democratic lean, Trump won Georgia with 51% of the vote, highlighting the state's swing status.

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk 

*** INGLES ASK LEAH 1 RAW MILK***

We’ll have closing comments after this.

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