Top Stories for September 26th 

Publish Date: September 26th 

    

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From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to The Community Podcast. This Podcast brings you the top stories from the Rockdale-Newton Citizen and the Morgan Citizen.   

Today is Friday, September 26th and Happy birthday to Tommy Lasorda 

 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal 
Central Community Outreach Church to build events center
Living Life Team to Hold Gala Fundraising Luncheon
Newton waterways cleaned during Rivers Alive 

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas 

  

These stories and more are coming up in today’s edition of the Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton, and Morgan Counties! Please like, follow, and subscribe. 

  

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STORY 1: Central Community Outreach Church to build events center 

  Central Community Outreach Church just got the green light to build a special events facility after the Newton County Board of Commissioners approved their Conditional Use Permit (CUP) request. 

The plan? An 11,290-square-foot building on 6 acres off Williams Road, right next to the church’s current property. It’ll host everything from church functions to community events, with parking for 100 cars. Down the line, they’re even adding an outdoor stage and amphitheater. 

The BOC approved the project with a few rules: no fireworks (unless permitted), events end by 11 p.m., and traffic control is required. 

 

STORY 2:  Living Life Team to Hold Gala Fundraising Luncheon 

Mark your calendars: Living Life Team, Inc. (LLT), a Madison-based nonprofit supporting blind and visually impaired individuals across Morgan, Greene, Clarke, and nearby counties, is hosting its Annual Gala Fundraising Luncheon on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 11:30 a.m. The Hall on Foster (513 Foster Street, Madison) will set the stage for this year’s theme: Vision Beyond Sight. 

The highlight? Dr. Arvin Scott, a world-renowned percussionist and former Berklee and UGA professor, will share his transformative “Drumming for Success” program alongside LLT’s VIPs (Visually Impaired Persons). 

No tickets—just heartfelt donations. RSVP by Sept. 27. Questions? Contact Rita Harris at livinglifeteam@gmail.com or 706-474-2355. 

 

STORY 3: Newton waterways cleaned during Rivers Alive 

  On Saturday, Sept. 20, over 400 volunteers rolled up their sleeves and got to work cleaning Newton County’s waterways during the annual Rivers Alive Cleanup, hosted by Keep Newton Beautiful. 

The day started at LongHorn Steakhouse, where folks grabbed breakfast, a T-shirt, and cleaning supplies before heading out. From Yellow River Park to Turner Lake, and even the stormwater area along Eastside Trail, they tackled it all—trash bags in hand, making a difference one piece of litter at a time. 

It wasn’t just work, though. It was community, pride, and a little mud.  

 

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STORY 4:Pistons for Paws Revs The Engine Of The Humane Society 

Last Sunday, Downtown Madison was buzzing with the rumble of classic cars and the wagging tails of adoptable pups—all for a good cause. 

The 7th Annual Pistons for Paws fundraiser brought hundreds to Town Park for an afternoon of car-ogling, dog-petting, and community love, raising over $5,300 for the Humane Society of Morgan County. 

Best in Show? Charlie Morris’s ’67 Chevy Malibu. People’s Choice? Janet Floyd’s ’64 Cadillac DeVille. 

STORY 5: Cyclists object to changes made to Floyd Street 

 Floyd Street’s new “traffic calming” measures? Let’s just say not everyone’s a fan. Cyclists, walkers, and even folks just trying to grab their mail are frustrated—and they’ve let the city know it. 

Maurice Carter, a Floyd Street resident and avid cyclist, handed a petition with 60 signatures to the Covington City Council on Sept. 15. His gripe? The bump outs, speed humps, and islands meant to slow cars have made things worse—especially for bikers.  

Others chimed in. Cyclist Florian Pohl called Floyd Street a “gateway” for introducing people to biking and Covington’s charm. Now? It’s off his route. 

Mayor Fleeta Baggett defended the changes, saying traffic has slowed, but promised another study. As for removing the islands? Not happening. 

 

We’ll be right back. 

 

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas 

 

We’ll have closing comments after this.  

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Top Stories for September 26th&nbsp;
Publish Date: September 26th&nbsp;
   &nbsp;
Commercial: PREMEIER HEATING AND AIR&nbsp;
From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to The Community Podcast. This Podcast brings you the top stories from the Rockdale-Newton Citizen and the Morgan Citizen.  &nbsp;
Today is Friday, September 26th and Happy birthday to Tommy Lasorda&nbsp;
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal&nbsp;
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Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas&nbsp;
 &nbsp;
These stories and more are coming up in today&rsquo;s edition of the Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton, and Morgan Counties! Please like, follow, and subscribe.&nbsp;
 &nbsp;
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STORY 1: <a href="https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/news/central-community-outreach-church-to-build-events-center/article_f9ed2f28-1417-4dbe-ba82-8990475f30bf.html">Central Community Outreach Church to build events center</a>&nbsp;
  Central Community Outreach Church just got the green light to build a special events facility after the Newton County Board of Commissioners approved their Conditional Use Permit (CUP) request.&nbsp;
The plan? An 11,290-square-foot building on 6 acres off Williams Road, right next to the church&rsquo;s current property. It&rsquo;ll host everything from church functions to community events, with parking for 100 cars. Down the line, they&rsquo;re even adding an outdoor stage and amphitheater.&nbsp;
The BOC approved the project with a few rules: no fireworks (unless permitted), events end by 11 p.m., and traffic control is required.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.morgancountycitizen.com/news/living-life-team-to-hold-gala-fundraising-luncheon/article_e79438dd-f4ac-47f3-b7d4-1432beb83821.html">Living Life Team to Hold Gala Fundraising Luncheon</a>&nbsp;
Mark your calendars: Living Life Team, Inc. (LLT), a Madison-based nonprofit supporting blind and visually impaired individuals across Morgan, Greene, Clarke, and nearby counties, is hosting its Annual Gala Fundraising Luncheon on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 11:30 a.m. The Hall on Foster (513 Foster Street, Madison) will set the stage for this year&rsquo;s theme: Vision Beyond Sight.&nbsp;
The highlight? Dr. Arvin Scott, a world-renowned percussionist and former Berklee and UGA professor, will share his transformative &ldquo;Drumming for Success&rdquo; program alongside LLT&rsquo;s VIPs (Visually Impaired Persons).&nbsp;
No tickets&mdash;just heartfelt donations. RSVP by Sept. 27. Questions? Contact Rita Harris at <a href="mailto:livinglifeteam@gmail.com">livinglifeteam@gmail.com</a> or 706-474-2355.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 3: <a href="https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/news/newton-waterways-cleaned-during-rivers-alive/article_79590d27-e0bb-44ce-b144-19f8701c4469.html">Newton waterways cleaned during Rivers Alive</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp; On Saturday, Sept. 20, over 400 volunteers rolled up their sleeves and got to work cleaning Newton County&rsquo;s waterways during the annual Rivers Alive Cleanup, hosted by Keep Newton Beautiful.&nbsp;
The day started at LongHorn Steakhouse, where folks grabbed breakfast, a T-shirt, and cleaning supplies before heading out. From Yellow River Park to Turner Lake, and even the stormwater area along Eastside Trail, they tackled it all&mdash;trash bags in hand, making a difference one piece of litter at a time.&nbsp;
It wasn&rsquo;t just work, though. It was community, pride, and a little mud.&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
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;
&nbsp;
Break: COPY CENTRAL&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 4: <a href="https://www.morgancountycitizen.com/news/pistons-for-paws-revs-the-engine-of-the-humane-society/article_9a02e05d-ee5a-48a5-9c94-74cb9881d6e0.html">Pistons for Paws Revs The Engine Of The Humane Society</a>&nbsp;
Last Sunday, Downtown Madison was buzzing with the rumble of classic cars and the wagging tails of adoptable pups&mdash;all for a good cause.&nbsp;
The 7th Annual Pistons for Paws fundraiser brought hundreds to Town Park for an afternoon of car-ogling, dog-petting, and community love, raising over $5,300 for the Humane Society of Morgan County.&nbsp;
Best in Show? Charlie Morris&rsquo;s &rsquo;67 Chevy Malibu. People&rsquo;s Choice? Janet Floyd&rsquo;s &rsquo;64 Cadillac DeVille.&nbsp;
STORY 5: <a href="https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/news/cyclists-object-to-changes-made-to-floyd-street/article_4d78d3eb-5e27-4a85-a4df-89ae8e01eb0c.html">Cyclists object to changes made to Floyd Street</a>&nbsp;
 Floyd Street&rsquo;s new &ldquo;traffic calming&rdquo; measures? Let&rsquo;s just say not everyone&rsquo;s a fan. Cyclists, walkers, and even folks just trying to grab their mail are frustrated&mdash;and they&rsquo;ve let the city know it.&nbsp;
Maurice Carter, a Floyd Street resident and avid cyclist, handed a petition with 60 signatures to the Covington City Council on Sept. 15. His gripe? The bump outs, speed humps, and islands meant to slow cars have made things worse&mdash;especially for bikers.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Others chimed in. Cyclist Florian Pohl called Floyd Street a &ldquo;gateway&rdquo; for introducing people to biking and Covington&rsquo;s charm. Now? It&rsquo;s off his route.&nbsp;
Mayor Fleeta Baggett defended the changes, saying traffic has slowed, but promised another study. As for removing the islands? Not happening.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll be right back.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Break: NEWTON FEDERAL BANK&nbsp;
&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this. &nbsp;
Break: INGLES MARKETS
&nbsp;
Signoff-   &nbsp;
Thanks again for hanging out with us on today&rsquo;s Community 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 <a href="https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/">https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/</a>&nbsp; and <a href="https://www.morgancountycitizen.com/news/">https://www.morgancountycitizen.com/news/</a>&nbsp;
Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.&nbsp;
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