Marietta Daily Journal Podcast

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  • Get the news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County with the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.

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  • Cobb Schools Super Tells Safety Plan Critics to 'Take a Break'

    Cobb Schools Super Tells Safety Plan Critics to 'Take a Break'
    Nov 15 2024

    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's continued support for the district's vision and safety measures, including a controversial partnership with a private security firm, Servius Group, to monitor students using military intelligence tactics. This initiative, prompted by recent school shootings, aims to address digital threats and safety concerns. Critics, including state Rep. David Wilkerson, have raised concerns about potential profiling and lack of transparency. Ragsdale defended the plan, emphasizing its necessity for evolving safety strategies and denying allegations of profiling. Despite some board members' calls for more transparency, Ragsdale maintained that disclosing detailed safety measures could compromise student safety. The district continues to invest in various safety technologies and personnel to ensure a secure educational environment.

    For more news about our community, visit mdjonline.com. For the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, I'm Keith Ippolito.

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  • Marietta Legislator's DUI Case Delayed, Again

    Marietta Legislator's DUI Case Delayed, Again
    Nov 14 2024
    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 Special Election Set for April Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on apples All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! BREAK: CU of GA (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL) STORY 1: Marietta Legislator's DUI Case Delayed, Again The DUI case against state Rep. Devan Seabaugh has been postponed for the fourth time, with a new pre-trial hearing set for November 22. Seabaugh, who was absent from the recent hearing, faces seven charges, including DUI, following an August incident where he allegedly hit a cyclist. His attorney requested the delay to gather more evidence. Seabaugh denies being intoxicated, claiming he was unaware of the bike lane due to inadequate signage. The cyclist involved suffered minor injuries and was unsure if he was struck by Seabaugh's vehicle. STORY 2: Marietta Super Proposes Weapons Detectors For Schools Marietta City Schools plans to implement weapons detectors in grades six through 12 following recent incidents involving firearms. Superintendent Grant Rivera proposed using pass-through detectors and AI weapons detection integrated with existing cameras. The initiative aims to enhance safety without disrupting school routines. The district is interviewing vendors and plans to operationalize the system soon. Additionally, the district will hire a second school resource officer and transition part-time officers to full-time roles. Safety measures include secured access, visitor screening, and an emergency alert app, with ongoing community engagement to ensure effective implementation. STORY 3: Cobb Commission Special Election Set for April A special election for two Cobb County Board of Commissioners seats is set for April 29, following a court ruling that invalidated previous elections due to an unconstitutional "home rule" map. The election will fill District 2 and District 4 seats, with candidates like Alicia Adams and Jaha Howard running for District 2. Incumbent Monique Sheffield will run for District 4. Voters in these districts, as defined by the 2022 state map, are eligible to vote. Qualifying runs from December 18-20, with primaries on February 11 and early voting starting January 21. The general election early voting begins April 7. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We’ll be right back Break: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Cobb County) STORY 4: Marietta School Board Extends Super's Contract With Raise The Marietta Board of Education has extended Superintendent Grant Rivera's contract through 2027, with a unanimous vote. Rivera's base salary will increase to $269,742, with a total compensation package of $450,629, plus a $10,000 annual bonus. The board has consistently extended his contract since he began in 2017, aligning with Georgia's three-year limit on superintendent contracts. Board Chair Jeff DeJarnett praised Rivera for his efforts in improving district literacy rates, noting the progress as a model for the state. STORY 5: KSU and Wellstar Double Nursing Student Enrollment Kennesaw State University (KSU) and Wellstar Health System have doubled the enrollment at KSU's Wellstar School of Nursing over the past four years to address Georgia's nursing shortage. With a $9 million commitment from Wellstar, KSU increased its nursing enrollment from 512 in 2019-20 to 1,155 in 2023-24, hired 32 new faculty, and expanded course offerings. This partnership enhances educational opportunities and supports Georgia's healthcare needs. Wellstar also provides scholarships and tuition reimbursement, further aiding students. The collaboration, which includes Wellstar's $25 million commitment for future projects, aims to bolster healthcare and athletic programs at KSU. We’ll be back in a moment Break: Ingles Markets 4 And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on apples We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: Marietta Theatre (06.10.24 MARIETTA THEATRE MARGARITAVILLE_FINAL) Signoff- Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal 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...
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    11 mins
  • Cobb Football Friday: Playoff Preview

    Cobb Football Friday: Playoff Preview
    Nov 14 2024

    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.

    Chapters

    00:00 Kickoff to Playoff Season
    05:01 Analyzing Key Matchups
    10:00 Team Performances and Expectations
    15:12 Kennesaw State's Coaching Changes
    19:54 Looking Ahead to Future Challenges

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    24 mins

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