From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Wednesday, December 18th and I'm Keith Ippolito . County, Cities Meeting Wednesday to Talk New Tax Option The Cobb County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting to discuss the implications of House Bill 581, a new property tax law approved by Georgia voters. HB581 introduces a statewide floating homestead exemption aimed at altering property tax sys...
Dec 18, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 17th Publish Date: December 17th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Tuesday, December 17th and Happy Birthday to Eugene Levy ***12.17.24 - BIRTHDAY – EUGENE LEVY*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Guthrie’s Opens in East Cobb Cobb to Consider Mt. Bethel Christian Academy Expansion Plan 'You Deserve It': Veteran Detainees Presen...
Dec 17, 2024•10 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Monday, December 16th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Pedestrian Killed on Canton Road The Cobb Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred around 7:27 p.m. Friday on Canton Road, north of its intersection with Jamerson Road. According to police, an unidentified Hispanic man was crossing Canton Road from east to west outside a marked cros...
Dec 16, 2024•2 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Friday, December 13th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Ragsdale Tells Lawmakers No to Phone Ban, Yes to THC Crackdown Superintendent Chris Ragsdale of Cobb County School District stated he won’t impose a cellphone ban, trusting teachers to manage classrooms. This contrasts with Marietta City Schools, where Superintendent Grant Rivera implemented a middle school ban on cell...
Dec 13, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 12th Publish Date: December 12th Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Thursday, December 12th and Happy Birthday to Frank Sinatra ***12.12.24 - BIRTHDAY – FRANK SINATRA*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Sonya Allen Sworn in as Cobb DA Cobb Christmas Stuff-a-Bus Gathers Toys for Annual Giveaway Cupid Ethics Complaint to be Heard ...
Dec 12, 2024•11 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Wednesday, December 11th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Cobb to Raise Water, Sewer Rates Cobb County will increase water and sewer rates annually for the next five years, following a 4-1 commission vote, with JoAnn Birrell dissenting. The average residential customer, using 5,000 gallons monthly, will see a $1.90 increase next year. Rate hikes start April 1, 2025, and co...
Dec 11, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 10th Publish Date: December 10th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Tuesday, December 10th and Happy Birthday to 7 Nation Army’s Med White. ***12.10.24 - BIRTHDAY – MED WHITE*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 1. Teen Mother Indicted for Murder of Newborn 2. Marietta Eyes Improvements to West Dixie Park 3. Distinguished Flying ...
Dec 10, 2024•10 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Monday, December 9th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Distinguished Flying Cross Awarded to Cobb Air Force Major Maj. Adam Haas, a flight nurse with the 94th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with a Combat Device for his bravery during the Afghanistan evacuation in 2021. The award ceremony took place at Dobbins Air Reserve Base bef...
Dec 09, 2024•2 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Friday, December 6th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Cobb School Board GOP Majority Rejects Call for Gun Safety, School Meal Programs In a recent Cobb School Board meeting, Democrat Becky Sayler proposed several amendments to the 2025 legislative priority list, focusing on school meal programs, gun laws, and increased counselor allotments. Despite support from fellow Demo...
Dec 06, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 5th Publish Date: December 5th Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Thursday, December 5th and Happy Birthday to the late Walt Disney ***12.05.24 - BIRTHDAY – WALT DISNEY*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Cobb Foundation Raises $800k for Nonprofits in 2024 Match Pool Smyrna Teacher Named Educator of the Year Defense Rests in Cob...
Dec 05, 2024•12 min
In this episode of Cobb Football Friday, the hosts Brian Giffin and John Bednarowski discuss the semifinals of high school football in Cobb County, focusing on North Cobb Christian's historic run and the challenges faced by other local teams. They also delve into the recent hiring of a new football coach at Kennesaw State University and the implications for the program moving forward. Chapters 00:00 Cobb Football Friday Semifinals Overview 05:52 North Cobb Christian's Historic Journey 11:55 Kenn...
Dec 05, 2024•20 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Wednesday, December 4th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Cobb Police: Officer Shot Dog that Charged Him On Monday evening, a Cobb County police officer fatally shot a dog that charged at him, according to Sgt. Eric Smith of the Cobb Police Department. Around 8:40 p.m., two officers responded to a call near Macland Road, where a voice was heard shouting for help. The call, ...
Dec 04, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 3rd Publish Date: December 3rd Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Tuesday, December 3rd and Happy Birthday to Andy Williams ***12.03.24 - BIRTHDAY – ANDY WILLIAMS*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 1. Police, Surgeon and Bar Manager Testify in Ongoing Fatal DUI Trial 2. Church Street Park Opens in Marietta 3. 2025 Women of Achi...
Dec 03, 2024•10 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Friday, December 2nd and I'm Keith Ippolito . NFL Assistant Jerry Mack Named New Kennesaw State Football Coach Jerry Mack, a veteran collegiate coach with 20 years of experience and five conference championships, has been named Kennesaw State’s second football coach. At 44, Mack transitions from the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, where he was the running backs coach, ...
Dec 02, 2024•2 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Friday, November 29th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Mother Charged After Baby Nearly Drowns in Bathtub Tierra Diane Perkins, 27, from Powder Springs, was arrested after her 10-month-old daughter nearly drowned on October 25. Perkins reportedly left her infant twins alone in a bathtub while she cleaned another room. She was alerted by one of her other children and return...
Nov 29, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 28th Publish Date: November 28th Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Thursday, November 28th and Happy Birthday to Dave Righetti ***11.28.24 - BIRTHDAY – DAVE RIGHETTI*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Police: Mother to be Charged in Newborn's Death in Marietta Man Receives Life for Killing Mableton Woman The Fielding Lewis Cha...
Nov 28, 2024•10 min
Brian Giffin and John Bednarowski talk Cobb County High school Football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 28, 2024•14 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Wednesday, November 27th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Saint Joseph's Distributes Over 10 Tons of Food Over 100 volunteers from Saint Joseph’s Saint Vincent de Paul Society and the Knights of Columbus Council 4599 came together to distribute over 10 tons of food to Cobb County families in need. This annual initiative, led by Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church outreach minis...
Nov 27, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 26th Publish Date: November 26th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Tuesday, November 26th and Happy Birthday to Tina Turner ***11.26.24 - BIRTHDAY – TINA TURNER*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 'It's Electric': Acworth Turkey Chase Draws More Than 1,100 Runners Marietta Pilgrimage Returns Dec. 6-8 Churros, Ice Cream, Coffee ...
Nov 26, 2024•10 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Monday, November 25th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Nonprofit Food Bank Donates 270,000 Pounds of Food Reflection of Trinity’s 14th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive in Powder Springs marked a record-breaking year, distributing over 270,000 pounds of food to more than 1,600 families in need. Held at Linked UP Church, the nonprofit’s effort saw over 300 volunteers, includin...
Nov 25, 2024•2 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Friday, November 22nd and I'm Keith Ippolito . Body Cam Footage, Testimony in Third Day of Kennesaw Fatal DUI Trial In the trial of Jerome “Jerry” Cox, accused of fatally hitting 17-year-old Olivia Pugh while allegedly driving drunk, testimony continued with police body camera footage shown to jurors. The footage captured the aftermath of the crash, including Pugh ...
Nov 22, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 21st Publish Date: November 21st Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Thursday, November 21st and Happy Birthday to Stan Musial ***11.21.24 - BIRTHDAY – STAN MUSIAL*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Rose Diggs Named 2024 Smyrna Citizen of the Year Judge Murphy Appoints 3 to Cobb Magistrate Bench Allatoona High Threatened Two Day...
Nov 21, 2024•12 min
Hosts Brian Giffin and John Bednarowski cover the latest developments in Cobb County high school football, focusing on playoff performances, standout teams, and upcoming matchups. It also delves into the recent coaching changes at Kennesaw State University, discussing the implications for the football program and the challenges ahead. Chapters 00:00 Cobb Football Friday Kickoff 02:53 Playoff Highlights and Surprises 05:48 Cobb County Teams' Performance Review 09:01 Previewing Round Two of the GH...
Nov 21, 2024•27 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Monday, November 20th and I'm Keith Ippolito . In Split Vote, Cobb Denies Student Housing Tower The Cobb Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 to deny Landmark Properties' proposal for a five-story student housing building near Kennesaw State University. The project, named The Standard, was to include 191 units and 643 bedrooms. Despite reducing the number of beds from ...
Nov 20, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 19th Publish Date: November 19th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Tuesday, November 19th and Happy Birthday to Meg Ryan. ***11.19.24 – BIRTHDAY – MEG RYAN*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 1. $100,000 Match Pool to Benefit Local Nonprofits, Thanks to Cobb Community Foundation 2. Mableton Appoints First-Ever Ethics Board Memb...
Nov 19, 2024•23 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Monday, November 18th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Cobb Travel & Tourism Unveils Latest Tourism Impact in Cobb County In 2023, Cobb County's tourism industry continued to be a significant economic driver, with a $2.6 billion impact, marking an 8.3% growth from 2022. Local and state tax revenues from tourism rose by 8.6%, totaling $277 million. The sector supported ...
Nov 18, 2024•2 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Friday, November 15th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Cobb Schools Super Tells Safety Plan Critics to 'Take a Break' Cobb County School Superintendent Chris Ragsdale urged critics of the district's safety plan to "take a break" from political rhetoric following the recent election, which maintained a Republican majority on the school board. Ragsdale highlighted the board'...
Nov 15, 2024•2 min
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 14th Publish Date: November 14th Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Thursday, November 14th and Happy Birthday to Alec John Such ***11.14.24 - BIRTHDAY – ALEC JOHN SUCH*** I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 1. Marietta Legislator's DUI Case Delayed, Again 2. Marietta Super Proposes Weapons Detectors For Schools 3. Cobb Commission ...
Nov 14, 2024•11 min
In this episode of Cobb Football Friday, hosts Brian Giffin and John Bednarowski discuss the upcoming high school football playoffs in Cobb County. They analyze key matchups, team performances, and expectations as the playoffs approach. The conversation also touches on the recent coaching changes at Kennesaw State and the implications for the program moving forward. The hosts emphasize the excitement of playoff season and the potential for local teams to make a deep run in the championships. Cha...
Nov 14, 2024•24 min
From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Wednesday, November 13th and I'm Keith Ippolito . Why Did Cobb’s Transit Tax Go Down in Flames? Cobb County's proposed transit tax was decisively rejected by voters, with 62% voting against it. The tax aimed to fund extensive transit projects, including rapid bus routes and transit centers, but faced opposition due to its 30-year duration and $11 billion scope. Man...
Nov 13, 2024•2 min
