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From the Ingles Studio this is The Northwest Georgia News Podcast from the Rome News Tribune, Calhoun Times, Catoosa Walker News, and Polk County Standard. 

Today is Wednesday, December 11th and happy birthday to Nikki Six. 

***12.11.24 - BIRTHDAY – NIKKI SIX*** 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are the stories Northwest Georgia is talking about presented by Drake Realty. 

1.  Local DA Returns from Deployment to Middle East 
2. "Drive Sober" Campaign Kicks Off Dec. 11 
3. Dempsey Calls Meetings Of House Study Committee on Non-Opioid Pain Management 

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on picky toddlers. 

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STORY 1:   Local DA Returns from Deployment to Middle East 

District Attorney Clayton Fuller returned to his role in the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit after a six-month active-duty deployment with the U.S. Air Force. Serving as a legal advisor in the Middle East, Fuller supported U.S. Central Command at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar and Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina. During his absence, Chief Assistant DA Kevin Baugh acted as DA. Fuller, a 14-year Air Force veteran, was promoted to lieutenant colonel and received the Meritorious Service Medal and Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal for his service. 

STORY 2:"Drive Sober" Campaign Kicks Off Dec. 11 

From now until January 1, the Calhoun Police Department is participating in the "DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER" campaign, a national effort led by the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to combat impaired driving. This initiative aims to reduce alcohol and drug-related accidents by increasing awareness and enforcement. Chief Tony Pyle urges the community to actively discourage impaired driving by speaking up and reminding others of the risks. The campaign involves over 350 law enforcement agencies in Georgia, focusing on reducing roadway deaths and injuries through sobriety checkpoints and public cooperation. 

STORY 3:  Dempsey Calls Meetings Of House Study Committee on Non-Opioid Pain Management 

State Rep. Katie Dempsey is leading back-to-back meetings of the House Study Committee on Alternatives to Opioids for Pain Management. The first meeting is an all-day session on Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Atlanta, with a livestream available online. On Thursday, the committee will meet from 10 a.m. to noon to finalize recommendations for the Georgia General Assembly's upcoming session. Presentations will cover various non-opioid pain management options, featuring experts from multiple medical and advocacy organizations. The committee aims to enhance awareness of non-opioid alternatives through educational programs for healthcare providers. Public comments are also invited. 

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STORY 4:   What's Happening Around Polk County? 

FHF Hair Design, West Cinema, and the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary are hosting a toy drive for Polk County children. New, unwrapped toys can be donated by December 18 at FHF Hair Design or West Cinema in Cedartown. A special event on December 15 at West Cinema will feature free popcorn, classic Christmas movies, photos with Santa, and a hot chocolate bar. Additionally, a free community meal will be served daily from December 16-20 at the Goodyear Civic Center in Cedartown, starting at 11:30 a.m. 

STORY 5:     NAACP, Partners Provide Christmas Cheer to Local Daycare 

The Rome-Floyd NAACP is partnering with Rebecca Blaylock Nursery Child Development Center to ensure local children experience the joy of Christmas. Inspired by the spirit of giving, NAACP President Sara Malone and members organized a shopping trip to gather gifts for nearly 50 students at the center, many of whom come from families with limited means. The initiative aims to provide hope and happiness, with a Christmas program scheduled for December 19 featuring toy deliveries, a visit from Santa, and festive treats. The effort underscores the importance of sharing the holiday spirit with those in need. 

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on picky toddlers 

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