EAST METRO Top Stories for December 19th

Publish Date: December 19th

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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, December 19th and Happy birthday to Al Kaline

***12.19.23 - BIRTHDAY - AL KALINE***

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

1. No foul play suspected in gas station death
2. Pecan Crop at the Heart of Morgan County Spared Helene’s Wrath
3. Georgia Boy Choir brings sounds of the season to Monastery of the Holy Spirit

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk.

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:   No foul play suspected in gas station death

In Covington, the Newton County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 39-year-old man found in his car at a Marathon gas station on Crowell Road. The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. on Monday, and foul play is not suspected. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation's Medical Examiner's Office will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

STORY 2:      Pecan Crop at the Heart of Morgan County Spared Helene’s Wrath

At C & C Orchard in Rutledge, Thomas and Shannon Clements successfully completed their pecan harvest, avoiding the devastation Hurricane Helene caused to much of Georgia's pecan crop. While the hurricane destroyed over 400,000 trees and caused significant financial losses, Morgan County was spared. The Clements, who run a 3,500-tree orchard, grow several pecan varieties and use advanced harvesting techniques. Their pecans are shipped for processing and sold nationwide. Despite challenges like weather and market competition, Georgia remains the top U.S. pecan producer. Shannon Clements also runs a business offering pecan services and sales.

STORY 3:  Georgia Boy Choir brings sounds of the season to Monastery of the Holy Spirit

  The Georgia Boy Choir, led by Artistic Director David R. White, performed on December 14 at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Renowned for their beautiful singing and nuanced musical interpretation, the choir has built an international following through tours and YouTube performances. Serving over 85 boys and young men from metro Atlanta, the choir has a 15-year history of performing across the U.S. and in prestigious venues worldwide, including cathedrals and concert halls in Europe and China.

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STORY 4:  Retiring Sheriff Robert Markley Honored At U.S. Capitol

Congressman Mike Collins honored retiring Morgan County Sheriff Robert Markley by having a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol. Collins praised Markley on the House Floor for his 24 years of service as sheriff and his 35-year law enforcement career. He highlighted Markley's dedication to community safety and his role as a mentor and leader. Markley expressed gratitude for the recognition and confidence in his successor, Sheriff-elect Tyler Hooks. He reflected on his career with pride and looks forward to the future, cherishing the memories of his service.

STORY 5:    Who Will Be The Next District 1 County Commissioner?

A special election is set for 2025 to fill the County Commissioner District 1 seat in Morgan County, following the death of Commissioner Donald Harris from cancer. The election call will be issued in January, with the election expected in March. Harris, the only Democrat and second black commissioner on the board, was instrumental in creating the minority-majority district he represented. He played a key role in securing black representation in local government through his work with the NAACP. The Morgan County Democrats aim to continue his legacy by fielding candidates for the seat.

We’ll be back in a moment  

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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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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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