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 Friday, November 28th and Happy birthday to Dave Righetti  

 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal 
The 75th Annual Christmas Tour Of Homes Slated For First Weekend In December
Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia
‘Elf The Musical’ coming to Fox Theatre for the Christmas season

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on soy and oat 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: The 75th Annual Christmas Tour Of Homes Slated For First Weekend In December 

 For 75 years, Madison’s Christmas Tour of Homes has been pure holiday magic. Picture this: historic homes, decked out in garlands, twinkling lights, and bows so red they’d make Santa jealous, opening their doors to the public. It’s not just a tour—it’s a step back in time, with a little Christmas sparkle. 

This year, on Dec. 5 and 6, you can wander through 16 private homes, churches, and museums, all dressed to impress. Day tours? Candlelight tours? Both? Your call. Oh, and there’s a trolley now—finally! Free rides, but donations help preserve Heritage Hall. 

Tickets start at $35. Don’t miss it. 

STORY 2:  Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia 

 Piedmont Oncology just opened Georgia’s first Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic (EDC) at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, and honestly, it’s a game-changer. Pancreatic cancer is brutal—only 13% of patients survive five years—but this clinic is here to change that. 

Why’s it so hard to catch early? No screening test exists, symptoms are vague, and many high-risk patients don’t even know they’re at risk. That’s where the EDC steps in: genetic counseling, cutting-edge research with NIH and Mayo Clinic, and a team laser-focused on early detection. 

“This is about saving lives,” said Dr. Andrew Page, the clinic’s medical director. 

STORY 3: ‘Elf The Musical’ coming to Fox Theatre for the Christmas season 

  Buddy the Elf is in town, and he’s bringing the holiday cheer! “Elf The Musical” is hitting the Fox Theatre stage Dec. 16-21, but Buddy’s not waiting till then to spread some Christmas magic. 

Catch him around Atlanta this weekend: Friday night at The Blind Elf Parlour Bar (5:30-7:30 p.m.), or Saturday at the Children’s Museum (10 a.m.-noon), the Georgia Festival of Trees (2-4 p.m.), and Atlantic Station’s Light the Station event (4-7:30 p.m.). 

So, grab your syrup and get ready—it’s gonna be festive! 

We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. 

 

We’ll be right back 

 

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STORY 4: Real Christmas trees may be the real bargain this year because of tariffs 

   With artificial tree prices climbing (thanks, inflation and tariffs), real Christmas trees might just be the better deal this year—and they come with the bonus of supporting local farmers. 

At Savage Farms, the holiday prep is in full swing. “We always encourage folks to buy live trees,” said Mason Savage. “It supports local farmers and, honestly, the U.S. economy.” 

They’ve got Georgia-grown Murray Cypress and Carolina Sapphire, plus Frasier firs from North Carolina—an area bouncing back after Hurricane Helene. 

Prices? Still $10 per foot. “It’s a blessing,” Savage said, “bringing that Christmas joy to our community.” 

STORY 5: Thanksgiving travel rush kicks off, more expected to drive than fly 

  Thanksgiving travel chaos?  

AAA predicts 2.3 million Georgians will hit the road this holiday, joining 73 million Americans nationwide who’d rather drive than fly. GDOT’s trying to help, pausing roadwork through Sunday, but drivers? Slow down. Early sunsets are causing more accidents. 

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on soy and oat milk 

We’ll have closing comments after this.  

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Signoff-    

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 November 28th&nbsp;
Publish Date: November 28th&nbsp;
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Commercial:&nbsp;&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, November 28th and Happy birthday to Dave Righetti&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>The 75th Annual Christmas Tour Of Homes Slated For First Weekend In December</li>
<li>Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia</li>
<li>&lsquo;Elf The Musical&rsquo; coming to Fox Theatre for the Christmas season</li>
</ol>
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on soy and oat milk&nbsp;&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.morgancountycitizen.com/news/the-75th-annual-christmas-tour-of-homes-slated-for-first-weekend-in-december/article_f443d5a4-8175-4232-864e-19f0c80512d6.html">The 75th Annual Christmas Tour Of Homes Slated For First Weekend In December</a>&nbsp;
 For 75 years, Madison&rsquo;s Christmas Tour of Homes has been pure holiday magic. Picture this: historic homes, decked out in garlands, twinkling lights, and bows so red they&rsquo;d make Santa jealous, opening their doors to the public. It&rsquo;s not just a tour&mdash;it&rsquo;s a step back in time, with a little Christmas sparkle.&nbsp;
This year, on Dec. 5 and 6, you can wander through 16 private homes, churches, and museums, all dressed to impress. Day tours? Candlelight tours? Both? Your call. Oh, and there&rsquo;s a trolley now&mdash;finally! Free rides, but donations help preserve Heritage Hall.&nbsp;
Tickets start at $35. Don&rsquo;t miss it.&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.piedmont.org/about-piedmont-healthcare/media-room/stories/news-article?story=5715&amp;type=1?&amp;utm_source=marketingcloud&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=11321">Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia</a>&nbsp;
 Piedmont Oncology just opened Georgia&rsquo;s first Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic (EDC) at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, and honestly, it&rsquo;s a game-changer. Pancreatic cancer is brutal&mdash;only 13% of patients survive five years&mdash;but this clinic is here to change that.&nbsp;
Why&rsquo;s it so hard to catch early? No screening test exists, symptoms are vague, and many high-risk patients don&rsquo;t even know they&rsquo;re at risk. That&rsquo;s where the EDC steps in: genetic counseling, cutting-edge research with NIH and Mayo Clinic, and a team laser-focused on early detection.&nbsp;
&ldquo;This is about saving lives,&rdquo; said Dr. Andrew Page, the clinic&rsquo;s medical director.&nbsp;
STORY 3:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.atlantanewsfirst.com/2025/11/21/elf-musical-coming-fox-theatre-christmas-season/">&lsquo;Elf The Musical&rsquo; coming to Fox Theatre for the Christmas season</a>&nbsp;
  Buddy the Elf is in town, and he&rsquo;s bringing the holiday cheer! &ldquo;Elf The Musical&rdquo; is hitting the Fox Theatre stage Dec. 16-21, but Buddy&rsquo;s not waiting till then to spread some Christmas magic.&nbsp;
Catch him around Atlanta this weekend: Friday night at The Blind Elf Parlour Bar (5:30-7:30 p.m.), or Saturday at the Children&rsquo;s Museum (10 a.m.-noon), the Georgia Festival of Trees (2-4 p.m.), and Atlantic Station&rsquo;s Light the Station event (4-7:30 p.m.).&nbsp;
So, grab your syrup and get ready&mdash;it&rsquo;s gonna be festive!&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;
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&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 4: <a href="https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/hall-county/real-christmas-trees-may-be-real-bargain-this-year-because-tariffs/4MUNZMGXQ5BMTBX573VGRDVYNQ/">Real Christmas trees may be the real bargain this year because of tariffs</a>&nbsp;
   With artificial tree prices climbing (thanks, inflation and tariffs), real Christmas trees might just be the better deal this year&mdash;and they come with the bonus of supporting local farmers.&nbsp;
At Savage Farms, the holiday prep is in full swing. &ldquo;We always encourage folks to buy live trees,&rdquo; said Mason Savage. &ldquo;It supports local farmers and, honestly, the U.S. economy.&rdquo;&nbsp;
They&rsquo;ve got Georgia-grown Murray Cypress and Carolina Sapphire, plus Frasier firs from North Carolina&mdash;an area bouncing back after Hurricane Helene.&nbsp;
Prices? Still $10 per foot. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a blessing,&rdquo; Savage said, &ldquo;bringing that Christmas joy to our community.&rdquo;&nbsp;
STORY 5: <a href="https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/thanksgiving-travel-rush-kicks-off-more-expected-drive-than-fly">Thanksgiving travel rush kicks off, more expected to drive than fly</a>&nbsp;
  Thanksgiving travel chaos?&nbsp;&nbsp;
AAA predicts 2.3 million Georgians will hit the road this holiday, joining 73 million Americans nationwide who&rsquo;d rather drive than fly. GDOT&rsquo;s trying to help, pausing roadwork through Sunday, but drivers? Slow down. Early sunsets are causing more accidents.&nbsp;
Break: &nbsp;
&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on soy and oat milk&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this. &nbsp;
Break: INGLES MARKETS 9&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;
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&nbsp;&nbsp;
Show Sponsors:&nbsp;
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<li><a href="https://www.ingles-markets.com/">www.ingles-markets.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
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Bringing you the top stories from the Morgan County Citizen and the Rockdale Newton Citizen

The Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton and Morgan Counties

The 75th Annual Christmas Tour Of Homes Slated For First Weekend In December | Piedmont Oncology Opens Early Detection Pancreatic Cancer Clinic, First of Its Kind in Georgia | ‘Elf The Musical’ coming to Fox Theatre for the Christmas season

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