EAST METRO Top Stories for January 31st 

Publish Date: January 31st 

    

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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, January 31st and Happy birthday to Jackie Robinson  

***01.31.25 - BIRTHDAY – JACKIE ROBINSON*** 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Drake Realty  
Man suspected of stabbing officer in custody 
Man Wanted for Triple Homicide Attempt Arrested 
UPDATE: Town Center Mall Closed Due to Unpaid Power Bill, Fire Watch 

 

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on healthy alternatives 

  

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:  Man suspected of stabbing officer in custody 

Justin Perry Hurst, 37, turned himself in at the Rockdale County Jail after being wanted for stabbing an off-duty Atlanta police officer during a Jan. 18 road-rage incident. Authorities say Hurst hit the officer’s vehicle on I-20 near Panola Road, leading the officer to follow him into Rockdale County to get his tag number. A verbal altercation escalated, with Hurst allegedly striking and stabbing the officer multiple times before fleeing. The officer was hospitalized, and a $5,000 reward had been offered for Hurst’s arrest. 

STORY 2:     Man Wanted For Triple Homicide Attempt Arrested 

Alfonzo Brown, 66, wanted for a triple homicide attempt in Maryland, was arrested during a traffic stop in Morgan County on Jan. 25. Deputy Sam Hutto stopped Brown’s van on I-20 for lane violations and suspicious behavior, discovering he was wanted for allegedly shooting two men and a woman in Clinton, Maryland, on Jan. 11. The victims were treated and in stable condition. During the stop, deputies found cleaning supplies, latex gloves, and a suspicious red-brown substance in the van. Brown was arrested without incident, waived extradition, and awaits transport to Maryland. 

STORY 3: UPDATE: Town Center Mall Closed Due to Unpaid Power Bill, Fire Watch 

 Town Center mall has temporarily closed due to unpaid power bills, according to Georgia Power, which had worked with the mall for months before disconnecting service. The closure affects fire safety systems, prompting a fire watch and restricted access to the mall, though anchor stores like Macy’s and JCPenney remain open. Owned by Kohan Retail Investment Group, the mall has faced financial struggles, mirroring issues at other Kohan properties nationwide. Cobb officials expressed concern for tenants and suggested relocation options, while also viewing the situation as an opportunity for redevelopment of the 92-acre site. 

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STORY 4: Cultural Center Gearing Up For Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball 

The Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball returns to The Hall on Foster Street on Saturday, Feb. 8, following last year’s successful debut. Co-chaired by Christian Williams and Katherine Webster, the event will feature French Quarter-inspired decor, live music by U.S. Beat, a heated casino tent, Creole-inspired tapas, and a silent auction with prizes like a Fripp Island getaway. Tickets are $150, with VIP tables available for $1,500. Reigning King Zeb Grant and Queen Rachel Kinsaul will pass their crowns to new winners, chosen through a voting fundraiser. The evening promises elegance, entertainment, and support for the arts. 

STORY 5:   Dauset Trails’ groundhog Beau will give weather report Feb. 2 

General Beauregard “Beau” Lee, Georgia’s official groundhog, will deliver his annual weather prediction on Sunday, Feb. 2, at Dauset Trails Nature Center in Jackson. Gates open at 6 a.m., with Beau’s forecast at 7:30 a.m. Groundhog Day tradition states that if Beau sees his shadow, winter continues for six weeks; if not, spring arrives early. Beau, who moved to Dauset Trails in 2017, carries on a weather-predicting legacy dating back to 1981. The event will feature souvenir shirts, food, and drinks, celebrating this quirky tradition rooted in German and French folklore. 

 

We’ll be back in a moment   

 

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on healthy alternatives 

*** INGLES ASK LEAH 2 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES*** 

We’ll have closing comments after this.  

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Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’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 https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/  and https://www.morgancountycitizen.com/news/ 

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EAST METRO Top Stories for January 31st&nbsp;
Publish Date: January 31st&nbsp;
   &nbsp;
Commercial: MORGAN MEDICAL JAN_FINAL&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, January 31st and Happy birthday to Jackie Robinson&nbsp;&nbsp;
***01.31.25 - BIRTHDAY &ndash; JACKIE ROBINSON***&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Drake Realty&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Man suspected of stabbing officer in custody&nbsp;</li>
<li>Man Wanted for Triple Homicide Attempt Arrested&nbsp;</li>
<li>UPDATE: Town Center Mall Closed Due to Unpaid Power Bill, Fire Watch&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
&nbsp;
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on healthy alternatives&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;
BREAK: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Geoff)&nbsp;
STORY 1:&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/news/man-suspected-of-stabbing-officer-in-custody/article_15e10358-ddb1-11ef-af32-a3b080335e79.html">Man suspected of stabbing officer in custody</a>&nbsp;
Justin Perry Hurst, 37, turned himself in at the Rockdale County Jail after being wanted for stabbing an off-duty Atlanta police officer during a Jan. 18 road-rage incident. Authorities say Hurst hit the officer&rsquo;s vehicle on I-20 near Panola Road, leading the officer to follow him into Rockdale County to get his tag number. A verbal altercation escalated, with Hurst allegedly striking and stabbing the officer multiple times before fleeing. The officer was hospitalized, and a $5,000 reward had been offered for Hurst&rsquo;s arrest.&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.morgancountycitizen.com/news/man-wanted-for-triple-homicide-attempt-arrested/article_91e61a7a-dd92-11ef-aa37-17f9c95d06c8.html">Man Wanted For Triple Homicide Attempt Arrested</a>&nbsp;
Alfonzo Brown, 66, wanted for a triple homicide attempt in Maryland, was arrested during a traffic stop in Morgan County on Jan. 25. Deputy Sam Hutto stopped Brown&rsquo;s van on I-20 for lane violations and suspicious behavior, discovering he was wanted for allegedly shooting two men and a woman in Clinton, Maryland, on Jan. 11. The victims were treated and in stable condition. During the stop, deputies found cleaning supplies, latex gloves, and a suspicious red-brown substance in the van. Brown was arrested without incident, waived extradition, and awaits transport to Maryland.&nbsp;
STORY 3:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/news/local/update-town-center-mall-closed-due-to-unpaid-power-bill-fire-watch/article_666b2ba2-d970-50ea-b187-98750b8fcd35.html">UPDATE: Town Center Mall Closed Due to Unpaid Power Bill, Fire Watch</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;Town Center mall has temporarily closed due to unpaid power bills, according to Georgia Power, which had worked with the mall for months before disconnecting service. The closure affects fire safety systems, prompting a fire watch and restricted access to the mall, though anchor stores like Macy&rsquo;s and JCPenney remain open. Owned by Kohan Retail Investment Group, the mall has faced financial struggles, mirroring issues at other Kohan properties nationwide. Cobb officials expressed concern for tenants and suggested relocation options, while also viewing the situation as an opportunity for redevelopment of the 92-acre site.&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: 08.08.24 WHEELER OBITS_FINAL&nbsp;
STORY 4:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.morgancountycitizen.com/news/cultural-center-gearing-up-for-mardi-gras-masquerade-ball/article_caf25d44-dd95-11ef-b5b9-77830d78bdcb.html">Cultural Center Gearing Up For Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball</a>&nbsp;
The Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball returns to The Hall on Foster Street on Saturday, Feb. 8, following last year&rsquo;s successful debut. Co-chaired by Christian Williams and Katherine Webster, the event will feature French Quarter-inspired decor, live music by U.S. Beat, a heated casino tent, Creole-inspired tapas, and a silent auction with prizes like a Fripp Island getaway. Tickets are $150, with VIP tables available for $1,500. Reigning King Zeb Grant and Queen Rachel Kinsaul will pass their crowns to new winners, chosen through a voting fundraiser. The evening promises elegance, entertainment, and support for the arts.&nbsp;
STORY 5:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.rockdalenewtoncitizen.com/news/dauset-trails-groundhog-beau-will-give-weather-report-feb-2/article_c5471315-cff7-5762-a540-643c3e689899.html">Dauset Trails&rsquo; groundhog Beau will give weather report Feb. 2</a>&nbsp;
General Beauregard &ldquo;Beau&rdquo; Lee, Georgia&rsquo;s official groundhog, will deliver his annual weather prediction on Sunday, Feb. 2, at Dauset Trails Nature Center in Jackson. Gates open at 6 a.m., with Beau&rsquo;s forecast at 7:30 a.m. Groundhog Day tradition states that if Beau sees his shadow, winter continues for six weeks; if not, spring arrives early. Beau, who moved to Dauset Trails in 2017, carries on a weather-predicting legacy dating back to 1981. The event will feature souvenir shirts, food, and drinks, celebrating this quirky tradition rooted in German and French folklore.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll be back in a moment  &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Break: MORGAN MEDICAL JAN_FINAL &nbsp;
&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on healthy alternatives&nbsp;
*** INGLES ASK LEAH 2 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES***&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this. &nbsp;
Break: Ingles Markets 4&nbsp;
&nbsp;
&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;
<a href="https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com/">Produced by the BG Podcast Network</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;
Show Sponsors:&nbsp;
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<li><a href="https://www.ingles-markets.com/">www.ingles-markets.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="http://www.drakerealty.com/">www.drakerealty.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://www.wheelerfuneralhome.com/">www.wheelerfuneralhome.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://morganmedical.org/">morganmedical.org</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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