EAST METRO Top Stories for November 28th 

Publish Date: November 28th 

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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 Thursday, November 28th and Happy birthday to Dave Righetti 

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I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Drake Realty  

1. Covington approves permits for churches 

1. Christmas On Dixie Opens Thanksgiving Night 

1. Man charged with stabbing his uncle 

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on how to store food when you lose power 

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STORY 1:  Covington approves permits for churches 

The Covington City Council approved special use permits for two local churches to expand to new facilities. Dovestone Church will use a 39,600-square-foot building on Lochridge Boulevard for services and community programs, with 250 parking spaces available. Although the property is zoned for heavy industrial use, a special permit allows religious activities. A separate permit would be needed for a school. Additionally, Wesley Methodist Church received approval to build on 30 acres on McGuirts Bridge Road, with plans for a sanctuary and parking lot, but no school. Both permits were approved without opposition. 

STORY 2:      Christmas On Dixie Opens Thanksgiving Night 

The Christmas on Dixie display, a beloved tradition in Morgan County, returns on tonight, running through Dec. 26. Located at 2300 Dixie Highway in Madison, this free event features a dazzling array of inflatables and lights, including snowmen, elves, and reindeer. Initially open Thursday to Sunday, it expands to daily hours from Dec. 12. Founded by Shane Seabolt and his family, the display attracts visitors from near and far, even internationally. Donations are accepted, and more details can be found on their Facebook page. 

STORY 3:  Man charged with stabbing his uncle 

  In Covington, a stabbing incident on Nov. 21 led to the arrest of 24-year-old Ethan Parks, who allegedly stabbed his 37-year-old uncle during a dispute. The Newton County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene on Pickens Road around 6 p.m. Parks was charged with aggravated assault under the Family Violence Act. His uncle was hospitalized and is in stable condition. 

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STORY 4:  Elementary Schools Celebrates Fundraising Success 

Morgan County Elementary School's Monster Dash fun run exceeded its fundraising goal, raising nearly $34,000. As promised, the school's administrators spent the night at the school on Nov. 19, engaging in fun activities like card games, hide-and-seek, and a pillow fight. This initiative, led by the PTO, aimed to raise $25,000, with funds supporting teacher grants, educational resources, and enrichment projects. The event fostered a sense of community and excitement among students, who enjoyed seeing their leaders participate in playful activities. The successful fundraiser will benefit various school needs, including technology and sports equipment. 

STORY 5:    Georgia public health board: Respiratory viruses are low; new infant screening detects threat to hearing 

Georgia is experiencing a typical respiratory virus season for COVID-19, flu, and RSV, with new testing protocols for infants to detect cCMV. Dr. Cherie Drenzek noted that virus levels are low, reducing the risk of a "tripledemic." COVID-19 cases are at record lows, mainly affecting those over 65, with a new variant, XEC, emerging. Flu and RSV are following traditional patterns, with RSV concerning primarily for infants. An increase in "walking pneumonia" among young children has been observed. Preventative measures include vaccinations and respiratory etiquette. A new screening has identified eight cCMV cases in newborns. 

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on how to store food when you lose power  

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