Chaos in Cobb Superior Court Declared Emergency

Marietta Daily Journal Podcast

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for August 8th

Publish Date: August 8th

Commercial:

From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.

Today is Thursday, August 8th and Happy 43rd Birthday to tennis star Rodger Feder.

***08.08.24 – BIRTHDAY – RODGER FEDERER***

I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.

1. Chaos in Cobb Superior Court Declared Emergency
2. Cobb Native Hampton Morris Wins USA First Weightlifting Medal in 40 Years
3. Gem City Mourns Rupert Raines, the 'Father of Marietta'

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets covers cooking for a picky toddler.

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

STORY 1: UPDATE: Chaos in Cob Superior Cour Declared Emergency

On Tuesday, Cobb Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Gregory Poole declared a judicial emergency and suspended deadlines for 30 days due to severe dysfunction in the Cobb Superior Court Clerk's office under Connie Taylor. Issues include inaccurate schedules, processing delays, and missing notices. This dysfunction, exacerbated by a problematic transition to a new case management system and staffing shortages, has led to widespread frustration among judges and lawyers. The emergency aims to protect litigants and the public while the clerk’s office addresses these problems. This crisis follows ongoing controversies surrounding Taylor, including allegations of mishandling passport fees and poor office management.

STORY 2: Cobb Native Hampton Morris Wins USA First Weightlifting Medal in 40 Years

On Wednesday, 20-year-old Hampton Morris from East Cobb made history by winning a bronze medal in weightlifting at the Paris Olympics, ending a 40-year drought for American male weightlifters. Morris lifted a total of 298 kilograms in the 61-kilogram division, placing behind China’s Li Fabin and Thailand’s Theerapong Silachai. Morris moved up from fifth place in the snatch to secure bronze with a strong clean and jerk performance. In other events, Emma Hunt’s speed-climbing medal hopes were dashed after a slip in the quarterfinals, and CJ Allen did not advance from the 400-meter hurdles semifinals.

STORY 3: Gem City Morns Rupert Raines, the ‘Father of Marietta’

William “Rupert” Raines, an esteemed former assistant chief of the Marietta Police Department, passed away at 86. Known for his generosity and community spirit, Raines was a father figure to many beyond his own two children. He was deeply involved in Marietta, from his roles in local policing to his contributions at Marietta High School. Raines’s legacy includes his kindness, impactful community service, and a notable act of bravery during the 1963 Atherton Drug Store explosion. Marietta Mayor Steve Tumlin plans to honor him with "Rupert Raines Day" on August 9, 2024. Raines’s funeral will be held Friday at First United Methodist Church of Marietta.

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

STORY 4: Owls Getting Better, Could Use More Time

As Kennesaw State prepares for its inaugural season in Conference USA and the Football Bowl Subdivision, coach Brian Bohannon feels the team needs more practice time. With 22 days until the season opener at Texas-San Antonio, Bohannon noted that half of the team is new and not yet fully acclimated. After the team’s first fall scrimmage, he highlighted both progress and areas needing improvement. Tight end Preston Daniels expressed frustration over being predicted to finish last in the conference. Bohannon acknowledges the challenge but is focused on growth and overcoming adversity.

STORY 5: Smyrna’s Marcos Named Fire Chief of the Year

Smyrna Fire Chief Brian Marcos was recently honored as the 2024 Fire Chief of the Year by the Southeastern Association of Fire Chiefs. Marcos, a 17-year veteran with the Smyrna Fire Department, is praised for his emphasis on relationships and community. Despite being surprised by the nomination, he reflects on his journey from a first-generation American with a diverse background to a leader in public safety. His focus on teamwork, leadership development, and proactive community risk reduction has kept the department fully staffed and highly recommended. Marcos attributes much of his success to his family and mentors, emphasizing that strong relationships have been key to his achievements.

We’ll be back in a moment

Break: INGLES 6

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on cooking for a picky toddler.

LEAH INTERVIEW

We’ll have closing comments after this.

Break: Marietta Theater – BONNIE & CLYDE

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 all our stories and get other great content at mdjonline.com

Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Produced by the BG Podcast Network

Show Sponsors:

• ingles-markets.com
• cuofga.org
• drakerealty.com
• mariettatheatresquare.com

#NewsPodcast #CurrentEvents #TopHeadlines #BreakingNews #PodcastDiscussion #PodcastNews #InDepthAnalysis #NewsAnalysis #PodcastTrending #WorldNews #LocalNews #GlobalNews #PodcastInsights #NewsBrief #PodcastUpdate #NewsRoundup #WeeklyNews #DailyNews #PodcastInterviews #HotTopics #PodcastOpinions #InvestigativeJournalism #BehindTheHeadlines #PodcastMedia #NewsStories #PodcastReports #JournalismMatters #PodcastPerspectives #NewsCommentary #PodcastListeners #NewsPodcastCommunity #NewsSource #PodcastCuration #WorldAffairs #PodcastUpdates #AudioNews #PodcastJournalism #EmergingStories #NewsFlash #PodcastConversations

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.