• The Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton and Morgan Counties

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The Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton and Morgan Counties

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  • Bringing you the top stories from the Morgan County Citizen and the Rockdale Newton Citizen
    2025 BG Podcast Network
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  • Help local students at charity golf tournament this weekend

    Help local students at charity golf tournament this weekend
    May 2 2025
    EAST METRO Top Stories for May 2nd Publish Date: May 2nd     Commercial: 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, May 2nd and Happy birthday to Dwayne Johnson ***05.02.25 - BIRTHDAY – DWAYNE JOHNSON*** I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal Help local students at charity golf tournament this weekend Buckhead Man Charged With Terroristic Threats And Aggravated Assault After Dispute With Firefighter Court reduces DUI charge against Harold Cooper Plus, 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.   BREAK: MORGAN MEDICAL JAN_FINAL STORY 1: Help local students at charity golf tournament this weekend Amateur golfers are invited to the Fifth Annual Drive, Putt and Chip Tournament on Saturday, May 3, at 9:30 a.m. at Ashton Hills Golf Course in Covington. Hosted by Fox 5 Atlanta meteorologist Jonathan Stacey, the event supports the Judge Horace J. Johnson Jr. Beyond the Bar Scholarship Foundation, which provides scholarships to students in Newton, Rockdale, and Walton counties. Participants can win prizes like a UGA helmet signed by Coach Kirby Smart, a Top Golf gift card, and more. Entry is $30 per player or $110 for a team of four. Register or donate at www.johnsonbtb.com. STORY 2: Buckhead Man Charged With Terroristic Threats And Aggravated Assault After Dispute With Firefighter Kenneth Bailey, 58, of Buckhead, was arrested on April 24 for aggravated assault and terroristic threats after allegedly attempting to run over a Morgan County firefighter during a dispute over a suspected illegal burn on his property. Firefighters reported black smoke and metal components in the fire, violating his burn permit for organic materials. Bailey allegedly threatened and drove aggressively at firefighter Allen Hagler, who had to jump to avoid being hit. Despite claiming he had a permit, Bailey’s actions led to charges after witness statements were collected. He remains in custody at the Morgan County Jail. STORY 3: Court reduces DUI charge against Harold Cooper Former Newton County Manager Harold Cooper’s DUI charge has been reduced to reckless driving, with a second traffic charge dismissed. Cooper pleaded guilty in Walton County Probate Court, paying a $1,251 fine. He was placed on administrative leave in February and parted ways with the county in March, though he will be paid through his contract ending May 7. Cooper, who served as county manager since May 2023, expressed gratitude for his time in Newton County. His case was overseen by a Walton County judge after a local judge recused herself. 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: COPY CENTRAL STORY 4: Major League Baseball, Braves Unveil All-Star Village Plans MLB and the Atlanta Braves unveiled the Capital One All-Star Village, a fan festival during All-Star Week, July 12-15, at Cobb Galleria Centre near Truist Park. Spanning 500,000 square feet, it features over 50 activities, including Play Ball Park, batting cages, gaming kiosks, and exhibits from the Baseball Hall of Fame and Negro Leagues Museum. Fans can meet over 40 former Braves players, Hall of Famers, and Olympic stars. Events include the HBCU Swingman Classic, Home Run Derby, and the 95th All-Star Game on July 15. Tickets start at $10 with a promo code at AllStarGame.com. STORY 5: JDA to disburse $5.5 million this spring The Joint Development Authority (JDA) of Jasper, Morgan, Newton, and Walton Counties has amended its FY 2025 budget to disburse $5.5 million in payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) from developments in Stanton Springs North and South, including Rivian and Meta projects. Meta, with five completed data center buildings, contributed $5 million, while Rivian added $1.5 million, with $500,000 disbursed and the rest reserved for expenses. Additionally, Takeda Pharmaceutical paid over $6.3 million in property taxes directly to the counties. Funds are distributed based on each county's investment, with Social Circle receiving 5% of Rivian’s disbursement. We’ll be back in a moment   Break: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on diabetes *** INGLES ASK LEAH (DIABETES)_FINAL*** We’ll have closing comments after this.  Break: Ingles Markets 7 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 ...
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  • Piedmont Newton Hospital awards ‘EMS Hero’ honor to Shawn Holmes

    Piedmont Newton Hospital awards ‘EMS Hero’ honor to Shawn Holmes
    Apr 25 2025
    CEAST METRO Top Stories for April 25th Publish Date: April 25th     Commercial: 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, April 25th and Happy birthday to Barbra Streisand I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal Piedmont Newton Hospital awards ‘EMS Hero’ honor to Shawn HolmesBraves Install New Garden Towers at Truist ParkData center project raises concerns about water, power usage Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on giving community talks   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.   BREAK: MORGAN MEDICAL JAN_FINAL STORY 1: Piedmont Newton Hospital awards ‘EMS Hero’ honor to Shawn Holmes Paramedic Shawn Holmes of Jasper County Fire Rescue received the “EMS Hero Award” from Piedmont Newton Hospital’s Emergency Department on April 21. Holmes was honored for assisting a hospital staff member who experienced a medical emergency while he was waiting to transfer a patient. He quickly provided critical support, including setting up an IV and EKG, during a busy time in the ED. Hospital leaders and Fire Chief Christopher Finch recognized Holmes for his timely actions, presenting him with a certificate during a leadership huddle. STORY 2: Braves Install New Garden Towers at Truist Park To celebrate Earth Day, the Atlanta Braves installed eight garden towers at Truist Park to grow plants for ballpark food items. Two towers are ready for harvest, producing lettuce and herbs, with a plan to yield 56 plants weekly. Excess produce will support the Braves' food donation program in partnership with Second Helpings Atlanta, aiding the community. Located near the Blue Moon Beer Garden, this rooftop urban garden is a collaboration with Delaware North and Truist Park’s Executive Chef Jaco Dreyer. For details, visit Braves.com/Sustainability. STORY 3: Data center project raises concerns about water, power usage The Social Circle Planning Commission faced strong opposition during a meeting on rezoning 338 acres for a data center between Ga. Highway 11 and Social Circle Road. Despite concerns over annexation legality and water usage, the commission voted 3-2 to recommend rezoning from Agricultural to Light Industrial but tabled the Special Use Permit until May 27. Key issues included the data center's 2.6 million gallons/day water demand, with no firm commitment from Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority, and unclear power commitments from Georgia Power. Newton County Commissioner LeAnne Long opposed the rezoning, warning it could lead to unchecked annexation and industrialization, urging Newton County to take control of development to preserve the area’s rural character. 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: COPY CENTRAL (KI) REV_FINAL STORY 4: Buckhead Discusses Location Of Future Fire Station The Buckhead Town Council discussed plans for a new fire station to be built near the current one on Buckhead Road, with Morgan County Fire Chief Garret Smith recommending a central location near the town park. A public forum will be held to gather community input. The $2.5 million project, funded by SPLOST, is expected to begin construction in spring 2026. Other council matters included addressing water billing issues, approving bids for tree removal and playground swings, and reviewing local business and property plans. STORY 5: Two NCS Students Named Finalists for 2025 Governor’s Honors Program Newton County sophomores Adriana Drain and Anthony Miller have been named finalists for the 2025 Governor's Honors Program, a prestigious summer academic experience for exceptional students. Drain was selected for social studies, and Miller for engineering with a focus on electrical and computational studies. The program, held June 15–July 12 at Georgia Southern University, offers in-depth academic enrichment and evening activities, fully funded by the state. Tracy Blackburn of Newton County Schools praised their achievement, highlighting their academic excellence and dedication. We’ll be back in a moment   Break: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on giving community talks *** INGLES ASK LEAH (COMMUNITY TALKS)_FINAL*** We’ll have closing comments after this.  Break: Ingles Markets 6 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...
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  • Older American’s Month kicks off with Chairman/Mayor’s Walk May 2

    Older American’s Month kicks off with Chairman/Mayor’s Walk May 2
    Apr 18 2025
    CEAST METRO Top Stories for April 18th Publish Date: April 18th     Commercial: 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, April 18th and Happy birthday to Melissa Joan Hart ***04.18.25 - BIRTHDAY – MELISSA JOAN HART*** I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal Older American’s Month kicks off with Chairman/Mayor’s Walk May 2 Morgan Multicultural Team Encourages Reading With 5K Suspect who fled into lake identified Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on Celiac Disease   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.   BREAK: MORGAN MEDICAL JAN_FINAL STORY 1: Older American’s Month kicks off with Chairman/Mayor’s Walk May 2 Newton County Senior Services is celebrating Older Americans Month in May with events highlighting how seniors “Flip the Script on Aging.” Festivities kick off May 2 with the Annual Chairman/Mayor’s Walk from the Historic Courthouse to the Josephine B. Brown Senior Center, followed by entertainment, games, and lunch. The celebration wraps up with a concert in the park at Turner Lake on May 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Director Freda Reed invites the community to honor and celebrate the achievements of Newton County’s vibrant seniors. STORY 2: Morgan Multicultural Team Encourages Reading With 5K Morgan County High School's Multicultural Team is hosting the second annual Read and Run 5K on April 26 at Morgan County Middle School to support literacy programs, including bilingual book purchases. The event encourages families to spend quality time together outdoors and promote reading. Race day registration starts at 7:30 a.m., with a fun run at 8:30 a.m. and the 5K at 9 a.m. Awards will follow at 10 a.m. The course runs through the school campus and nearby neighborhoods. Sign up by April 20 for a race shirt, and find more details on Facebook or runsignup.com. STORY 3: Suspect who fled into lake identified Shawn Murphy, fleeing a traffic stop early Sunday, April 13, drowned in Salem Lake, Rockdale County. After exiting his vehicle near Old Salem and Underwood Roads, Murphy fled on foot and entered the lake to evade deputies. Despite verbal commands, he re-entered the water and eventually disappeared from view. A search, delayed by low visibility, resumed at daybreak with help from Georgia's Department of Natural Resources. Murphy's body was recovered Sunday evening around 7 p.m. 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: COPY CENTRAL STORY 4: Dr. Bradley Rice authors definitive book on Sen. Joshua Hill The Madison-Morgan Cultural Center will host a book launch on Sunday, May 4, at 3 p.m. for Dr. Bradley R. Rice’s biography, *Joshua Hill of Madison: Civil War Unionist and Georgia’s First Republican Senator, 1812-1891*. The book explores Hill’s life, including his opposition to secession, his efforts to save Madison during Sherman’s March, and his role as Georgia’s first Republican U.S. Senator. Dr. Rice will discuss his work and take audience questions at this free event, co-sponsored by local historical organizations. STORY 5: Conyers native Bradley Harris named vice president of Georgia EMC Conyers native Bradley Harris has been promoted to vice president for community and economic development at Georgia Electric Membership Corporation (EMC). With over 20 years of experience, Harris has led Georgia EMC’s economic development team, partnering with the Georgia Department of Economic Development on projects creating thousands of jobs statewide. Praised for his dedication and expertise, Harris is active in professional organizations like the Georgia Economic Development Association and was named one of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers in 2022. A Citadel graduate, Harris looks forward to advancing economic prosperity across Georgia. We’ll be back in a moment   Break: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on Celiac Disease *** INGLES ASK LEAH (CELIACS DISEASE)_FINAL*** We’ll have closing comments after this.  Break: Ingles Markets 5 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/ Did you know over 50% of Americans ...
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