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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, May 16th, and Happy 70th birthday to actor Pierce Brosnan.
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I’m KEITH IPPOLITO and here are your top stories presented by Drake Realty
- Two Face Charges of Aiding Jail Escapee in Newton County
- Human Remains Found in March Identified as Missing Woman
- Madison officially bans Airbnbs and all short-term rentals
Plus, Bruce Jenkins’ conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on diabetes.
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: Two Face Charges of Aiding Jail Escapee in Newton County
Two individuals are facing charges for allegedly aiding Kendrick Hurst, who escaped from custody in Newton County. Diamante Seymour and Gerald Harper have been charged with aiding Hurst's escape. Hurst was recaptured in North Carolina after almost a week on the run. Sheriff Ezell Brown praised law enforcement cooperation and thanked the public for assistance. Hurst now faces additional charges related to his escape. An internal investigation is ongoing to determine any further involvement in aiding Hurst's escape and to assess transport procedures during his transfer. A reward for information leading to Hurst's arrest was offered, but it's unclear if anyone will claim it.
STORY 2: Human Remains Found in March Identified as Missing Woman
The Newton County Sheriff’s Office has identified human remains found in a wooded area as those of Stacey Faye Nease, missing for nearly six years since August 2018. Nease disappeared under suspicious circumstances from her boyfriend’s home, leaving behind personal belongings. Her remains were discovered by workmen in March. The identification was confirmed by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Medical Examiner’s Office. The discovery has reignited the investigation into Nease's disappearance and death. The Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in seeking justice for Nease and her family.
STORY 3: Madison officially bans Airbnbs, all short-term rentals
Madison Mayor Fred Perriman and the Madison City Council voted 4-to-1 to ban all short-term rentals in the city, with only Councilman Eric Joyce dissenting. Despite a proposed ordinance that would have allowed short-term rentals in limited areas with heavy restrictions, the council opted for a total ban. Concerns raised by citizens about noise, parking, and potential crime influenced their decision. The proposed ordinance aimed to regulate short-term rentals but faced opposition from citizens worried about setting a precedence for further expansion. Councilmembers favored a ban to mitigate potential downsides. Mayor Perriman noted the ban's potential impact on the local hotel industry. The issue could be reconsidered in the future, allowing for further review and potential amendments based on state legislation.
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STORY 4: Affordable housing development stalls, city to review zoning ordinance in response
A developer's proposal to build affordable rental housing in Madison was denied by the city council, prompting a potential revision of zoning ordinances to facilitate future affordable housing projects. Zachary Williams sought a variance to build duplexes due to financial constraints. Despite initial support for affordable housing goals, the request was denied as it didn't meet variance criteria. City planning staff suggested updating the zoning ordinance to allow flexibility in lot sizes for affordable housing. Councilman Ed Latham emphasized the need to adapt to current housing needs and advocated for urgent planning to accommodate affordable housing. Planning staff will research policy changes to present to the council, pending direction from city leadership.
STORY 5: Fourth-Graders at Porterdale Elementary Become Published Authors
Forty young authors from Porterdale Elementary School celebrated the publication of their books with a reception and book-signing event. Each fourth-grade student in Sabrina Pruitt’s class wrote and illustrated their own book, which was published through Student Treasures Publishing. Superintendent Dr. Duke Bradley III praised the students for their creativity and courage in sharing their stories. Titles of the books ranged from "The Two Giving Girls" to "The Enchanted Stories of Young Minds." The event highlighted the importance of storytelling in connecting people and fostering understanding.
STORY 6: Ingles
And now here is Bruce Jenkins’ conversation with Leah McGrath on diabetes.
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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 rockdalenewtoncitizen.com and morgancountycitizen.com
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