Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast

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  • Get the news for Woodstock, Canton, Holly Springs, and all of Cherokee County.

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  • Woman Found Guilty but Mentally Ill in Stabbing Death of Infant

    Woman Found Guilty but Mentally Ill in Stabbing Death of Infant
    Nov 23 2024
    CTL Script/ Top Stories of November 23rd Publish Date: November 23rd From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast Today is Saturday, November 23rd and Happy Birthday to Bruce Hornsby ***11.23.24 - BIRTHDAY – BRUCE HORNSBY*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 1. Woman Found Guilty but Mentally Ill in Stabbing Death of Infant 2.Shepherd Receives National Academies Award for Science Communication 3. Love Where You Live Initiative Raises Nearly $3K for Nonprofits Plus, Dr. Ike Reighardt from Must Ministries on the gobble jog. We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! Commercial: 06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL STORY 1: Woman Found Guilty but Mentally Ill in Stabbing Death of Infant A Cherokee County jury found Chloe Alexis Driver, 24, guilty but mentally ill of murdering her 13-month-old daughter in 2020. Driver was convicted of multiple charges, including malice murder and cruelty to children. Despite a defense plea of insanity, the jury held her criminally responsible. The crime occurred in Canton, where Driver, part of a nomadic group, stabbed her daughter and herself. The child died from her injuries despite rescue efforts. The trial featured 21 witnesses and 135 exhibits. Sentencing is set for December 12, with the Department of Corrections addressing Driver's mental health needs. STORY 2: Shepherd Receives National Academies Award for Science Communication J. Marshall Shepherd, a distinguished professor at the University of Georgia, won the top prize in the National Academies' Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications. These awards honor those who effectively communicate scientific issues to the public. Shepherd, known for his work in weather and climate science, hosts "Weather Geeks" on The Weather Channel and contributes to Forbes. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with the public to combat misinformation. Shepherd's TEDx talks on climate change are widely viewed, and his recognition highlights the value of multidisciplinary communication in science. STORY 3: Love Where You Live Initiative Raises Nearly $3K for Nonprofits Cherokee County's "Love Where You Live" initiative launched its first Community Giveback, donating nearly $3,000 to combat food insecurity and support local seniors. The funds were split between Never Alone Community Food Pantry, which serves over 11,000 households, and Stand Up For Seniors, which provides financial and home repair assistance to seniors. The initiative raised funds through T-shirt sales, with plans to continue supporting local nonprofits. The program highlights community members and provides resources to local charities, with ongoing opportunities for involvement and fundraising. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. Back in a moment Break: Drake Realty (Cherokee County) STORY 4: Cherokee County Students Earn Honors for Web Design Skills Nine Cherokee County School District students were recognized for their exceptional technology skills in the Adobe Express Challenge, sponsored by the district's Technology and Information Services division. The quarterly competition invites students to showcase creativity and digital skills by creating a webpage about their future goals. Over 150 entries were judged, and winners received certificates and ribbons. The winners spanned grades 3-12, with first-place honors going to Parker Guyette (Grade 5), Kierstin Foster (Grade 8), and Ella Biesterveld (Grade 12). STORY 5: Industrial Machinery Business Coming to SW Cherokee The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for DJD Southeast Real Estate Holdings to build a 35,000-square-foot industrial machinery sales building on Little Ridge Road. Despite concerns from residents about traffic and road suitability, the development was deemed a good fit. The project includes conditions like a $20,000 contribution for infrastructure improvements and specific landscaping and traffic management measures. Commissioner Corey Ragsdale noted the reduced truck traffic compared to previous proposals and emphasized working with engineers to ensure proper access to minimize neighborhood disruption. Commercial: 11.14.24 FALANY DEC REV_FINAL ***Ike Interview*** 11.19.24 IKE REIGHARD_FINAL*** COMMERCIAL: INGLES 7 SIGN OFF – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Cherokee Tribune Ledger 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 ...
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    21 mins
  • Community Center Under Ownership of Cherokee County Nonprofit

    Community Center Under Ownership of Cherokee County Nonprofit
    Nov 19 2024
    CTL Script/ Top Stories of November 19th Publish Date: November 19th Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast Today is Tuesday, November 19th and Happy Birthday to Meg Ryan. ***11.19.24 - BIRTHDAY – MEG RYAN*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 1. Community Center Under Ownership of Cherokee County Nonprofit 2. Bond Set for Amazon Driver Accused of Fatal Hit and Run in Cherokee 3. Bizarre Coffee Raises over $4K for The Children’s Haven Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on donating food. We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! Commercial: CU of GA (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL) STORY 1: Community Center Under Ownership of Cherokee County Nonprofit Cherokee County has transferred ownership of the Charlie Ferguson Community Center to the nonprofit managing its programs. The county's Board of Commissioners approved the transfer, which includes a reverter clause to return ownership if the center ceases operations or faces financial issues. Originally a volunteer fire station, the center was refurbished with grant funds to serve the community. The nonprofit was given a year to prepare for managing utilities and maintenance. The center, which opened in July 2023, includes a food pantry supported by SmileUp! Charitable Foundation. STORY 2: Bond Set for Amazon Driver Accused of Fatal Hit and Run in Cherokee Bond has been set at $75,000 for London Best, a 24-year-old Amazon driver accused of a hit-and-run that killed 79-year-old Sandra Fitts in Cherokee County. The incident occurred on Cumming Highway, and Best allegedly continued delivering packages afterward. He faces charges of first-degree vehicular homicide and hit-and-run resulting in death. A search of the Amazon van revealed narcotics, leading to additional charges for possession of marijuana, THC wax, and drug-related objects. Best remains in custody, and the crash is under investigation by the Cherokee Sheriff's Office Traffic Enforcement Unit. STORY 3: Bizarre Coffee Raises over $4K for The Children’s Haven Bizarre Coffee's Bizarre Bash and Dash event on Nov. 16 in downtown Canton raised over $4,000 for The Children's Haven. The day began with a 5K run, generating $3,057 for the nonprofit. Following the run, the Bizarre Bash featured over 30 vendors, a pasta eating contest, art projects, and a kids' area with activities like a bounce house and face painting. The pasta contest winner directed a $1,000 donation to The Children's Haven. The first 100 customers received a special tote bag with gifts to celebrate the shop's four-year anniversary. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. Back in a moment Break: Drake (Drake Realty (Cherokee County) STORY 4: State medical cannabis registry reaches 25,000 Georgia's medical cannabis program has reached a milestone with 25,000 patients enrolled in the registry, allowing the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission to open more dispensaries. Currently, 13 dispensaries are operated by six licensed production companies. The program, aimed at improving patient access, began in 2015 but only established a legal framework for obtaining cannabis oil in 2019. The number of dispensaries will increase with every 10,000-patient registry growth. Recent listening sessions across universities have contributed to the program's expansion by gathering valuable feedback from various stakeholders. STORY 5: Georgia Foundation For Agriculture Offering $65K in Scholarships The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture is offering $65,000 in scholarships to Georgia students pursuing degrees in agriculture, veterinary medicine, and related fields. Scholarships are available in four categories: 1. Scholarship for Agriculture: Ten $3,000 scholarships for high school students entering Georgia colleges with ag programs, with the top two eligible for an additional $1,500. 2. Technical College Scholarship for Agriculture: Four $1,500 scholarships for students in technical colleges majoring in ag-related fields. 3. Rising College Junior/Senior Scholarship for Agriculture: Eight $2,000 scholarships for college juniors/seniors in ag programs. 4. UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship: Two $5,000 scholarships for students specializing in large animal practice. Applications are due by March 1, with recipients announced in the spring. Commercial: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on *** INGLES 5 'ASK LEAH' DONATING FOOD*** We’ll have closing comments after this. COMMERCIAL: Ingles Markets 6 SIGN OFF – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy ...
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    12 mins
  • Canton City Council Denies Pearidge Development Proposal

    Canton City Council Denies Pearidge Development Proposal
    Nov 16 2024
    CTL Script/ Top Stories of November 16th Publish Date: November 16th From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast Today is Saturday, November 16th and Happy Birthday to Meredith Burgess ***11.16.24 - BIRTHDAY – MEREDITH BURGESS*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 1. Canton City Council Denies Pearidge Development Proposal 2.CSO: Canton Woman Killed in Hit and Run Collision 3. Perry Ellis Opens at The Outlet Shoppes At Atlanta We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! Commercial: CU of GA STORY 1: Canton City Council Denies Pearidge Development Proposal The Canton City Council rejected a request to annex nearly 63 acres for a mixed-use development in the Pearidge community, with Mayor Bill Grant casting the tie-breaking vote. The annexation, proposed by Pearidge Land Investments, LLC, aimed to combine the land with an existing 8.5-acre property for a total of about 70.72 acres. The council also denied the request to combine the properties. Mayor Grant emphasized a "quality over quantity" approach to growth, aligning with residents' needs and the city's roadmap. The proposed development included 215 homes and commercial space, but the annexation denial halted the project. STORY 2: CSO: Canton Woman Killed in Hit and Run Collision A pedestrian, Sandra Fitts, 79, was fatally struck in a hit-and-run on Highway 20, Cherokee County, on Tuesday night. The incident involved an Amazon delivery truck, identified by evidence at the scene. Deputies and a Canton police officer located the truck on Bishop Drive, matching the accident's evidence. The driver, London Best, 24, of Alpharetta, was arrested and charged with first-degree vehicular homicide and hit-and-run resulting in death. He remains in custody without bond as the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office Traffic Enforcement Unit continues the investigation. STORY 3: Perry Ellis Opens at The Outlet Shoppes At Atlanta The Outlet Shoppes At Atlanta in Woodstock has added a new Perry Ellis store, offering a mix of high fashion and casual menswear, including polos, linen shirts, and footwear. This 2,400 square-foot location is the brand's 40th outlet store. The addition aims to enhance men's shopping options, as noted by Todd Chauvin, the general manager, who highlighted the store's appeal for holiday shopping and gift-giving. Perry Ellis brings high-quality fashion to the center, expanding its retail offerings. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. Back in a moment Break: DRAKE STORY 4: Cherokee County Teacher Earns Georgia Farm Bureau 1st District Award Christy Cook, a teacher at Oak Grove Elementary School in Cherokee County, has been honored as a Georgia Farm Bureau First District Outstanding Teacher. Cook, who teaches in the STEAM lab for grades K-5, integrates agriculture into her curriculum, focusing on soil health and agricultural practices. Her classroom activities include hands-on experiments and discussions on food security. Cook has participated in various agricultural education workshops and conferences. She holds degrees in early childhood education from Kennesaw State and Valdosta State Universities, and a specialist degree in instructional technology from the University of West Georgia. STORY 5: Canton City Councilmembers Hosting Town Hall Nov. 19 Canton City Councilmembers Dwayne Waterman and Farris Yawn, representing Ward 3, are hosting a town hall on Nov. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakdale Baptist Church. The event will provide information on city services and upcoming projects, focusing on Ward 3. City leadership and staff will be present to offer details and answer questions. The church, located at 100 Oakdale Road, offers ample parking. Residents can email tellus@cantonga.gov for questions or to suggest discussion topics before the event. Commercial: STORY 6: Cherokee County Looks to Renovate Canton Fire Station Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services plans to renovate the downtown Canton fire station to provide permanent housing for firefighters and expand services. The Canton City Council is set to vote on Nov. 21 on deeding the property to the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) for redevelopment. Firefighters have been housed in a mobile unit since 2017 due to the building's condition. The renovation aims to preserve the station's historical significance while enhancing functionality. The project, expected to cost about $5 million, will use fire impact fees and possibly tax allocation district funding. The design phase is anticipated to start in early 2025. STORY 7: Here's What's Coming to Woodstock's Historic Train Depot The historic train depot in downtown...
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