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The Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton and Morgan Counties

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 Citizen2025 BG Podcast Network アート 政治・政府 政治学 経済学
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  • Conyers Police Department awarded $1 million to purchase mobile command vehicle

    Conyers Police Department awarded $1 million to purchase mobile command vehicle
    2025/08/08
    Top Stories for August 8th Publish Date: August 8th Commercial: PREMEIER HEATING AND AIR 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, August 8th and Happy birthday to Roger Federer I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal Conyers Police Department awarded $1 million to purchase mobile command vehicle Bonner's Triple B Restaurant Gets Greenlight to Rebuild Newton County school board mulls millage reduction Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on peaches 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: ARTISAN MARKET STORY 1: Conyers Police Department awarded $1 million to purchase mobile command vehicle  Big news for the Conyers Police Department: they’re getting $1,031,000 in federal funding to buy a mobile command vehicle, thanks to a community project request from U.S. Congressman David Scott. This isn’t just any vehicle—it’s a high-tech, rolling headquarters designed for emergencies, large-scale events, and, honestly, anything that needs quick, strategic coordination. Think advanced communication tools, real-time response capabilities, and a hub for police, fire, and emergency teams to work together seamlessly. Right now, Conyers has to borrow mobile command vehicles from neighboring agencies or the state. This new addition? It’ll be theirs, ready to roll when needed. The funding is part of the 2026 Federal Appropriations Bill, which still needs Congress’s final stamp of approval. Fingers crossed for a September 30 passage—but delays wouldn’t be surprising. STORY 2: Bonner's Triple B Restaurat Gets Greenlight to Rebuild Buckhead’s beloved Bonner’s Triple B Restaurant, a community staple since 1971, might just rise from the ashes—literally. After a devastating fire in April reduced the family-owned eatery to rubble, its future hung in limbo for months. The problem? Zoning laws. The restaurant, built before current regulations, was considered a “nonconforming use.” But this week, Morgan County commissioners unanimously passed a text amendment allowing nonconforming properties destroyed by fire or natural disasters to rebuild—finally giving the Bonners the green light. Owners Lisa and Dallas Bonner, who’ve been waiting anxiously for this decision, are now one step closer to reviving their family’s legacy. Bonner’s, known for its BBQ, catfish, and hush puppies, was started by William “Big Bill” and Hattie Bonner over 50 years ago. The couple’s warmth and home-cooked meals made the restaurant a second home for locals and visitors alike. A GoFundMe has been launched to help rebuild. Want to pitch in? Visit: https://gofund.me/32ae3d2a. STORY 3: Newton County school board mulls millage reduction Superintendent Dr. Duke Bradley III is pushing for a millage rate cut for fiscal year 2026, but where it’ll land? Still up in the air. At the first of three public hearings, Bradley said the community—especially seniors—has made it clear they need relief. “I’ve thought long and hard about this,” he said, “but let’s be real—down the road, a millage increase is almost inevitable.” Right now, the millage rate sits at 15.75, bringing in $93.3 million. Dropping to the rollback rate of 14.840 would leave a $3.6 million budget gap. Board members Trey Bailey and Shakila Henderson-Baker want more options before deciding. Two more hearings are set for Aug. 12, with a final decision expected that evening. 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: 10 Georgia sheriffs condemn legal action against TV Judge Hatchett Ten Georgia sheriffs, including Rockdale County’s Eric Levett, are calling out the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association for trying to recover attorney fees from TV Judge Glenda Hatchett—a sexual assault survivor. Hatchett sued the association and former Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody after Coody groped her at a 2021 conference. Coody later pleaded guilty to sexual battery, got 12 months probation, and resigned. Hatchett dropped her lawsuit in June, but now the association wants her to pay their legal fees. In a letter to the association, the sheriffs didn’t hold back. “This isn’t just legal—it’s moral,” they wrote, slamming the move as harmful and tone-deaf. They warned it could silence other survivors, especially in cases involving law enforcement. The letter, signed by sheriffs from counties like Cobb, DeKalb, and Fulton, urges the association to drop the claim and publicly support victims of sexual violence. A hearing on the matter is set for Aug. 18 in Morgan ...
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  • County rejects effort to revise plan for 93-lot subdivision

    County rejects effort to revise plan for 93-lot subdivision
    2025/08/01
    EAST METRO Top Stories for August 1st Publish Date: August 1st    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, August 1st and Happy birthday to Coolio I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal 1. County rejects effort to revise plan for 93-lot subdivision 2. Mauldin to run for State House seat 3. District Attorney Randy McGinley receives DA of the Year honor Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on GLP-1 Foods 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: ARTISAN MARKET STORY 1: County rejects effort to revise plan for 93-lot subdivision A developer’s push to move forward with a single-lot phase of a 93-lot subdivision hit a wall when the Newton County Board of Commissioners denied the request outright. Hospitality Finance Group, based in Stockbridge, had asked for approval of a final plan for Tomlo Farms, a 120-acre development off Byrd Road. The catch? They wanted to reduce the required two entrances to just one, citing the cost of building a bridge over state waters. But residents weren’t buying it. Danny Stone, who lives nearby, called it a “ruse” to dodge county rules requiring two access points for subdivisions of this size. Commissioner LeAnne Long wasn’t convinced either, saying the second entrance wasn’t an unreasonable hardship. Her motion to deny the request passed unanimously. For now, the project remains stalled, leaving the developer to figure out their next move. STORY 2: Mauldin to run for State House seat Brett Mauldin, a conservative businessman and second-generation entrepreneur, has officially thrown his hat in the ring for Georgia House District 114, which covers Morgan County and parts of Newton and Walton Counties. Mauldin’s story? It’s rooted in hard work. He started in his family’s construction business at just 11 years old, learning the value of grit early on. The Great Recession hit hard, but it shaped his belief in fiscal responsibility and small-business resilience. A husband, father of three, and member of Covenant Park Church, Mauldin says his campaign is about protecting Georgia’s future—its values, traditions, and people. STORY 3: District Attorney Randy McGinley receives DA of the Year honor Randy McGinley, district attorney for Walton and Newton counties, has been named the 2025 District Attorney of the Year by the District Attorneys Association of Georgia. The announcement came during the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia’s summer conference, where prosecutors and investigators from across the state gathered to share ideas and sharpen their skills. McGinley’s journey is impressive. He joined the Alcovy Circuit DA’s office in 2011, became chief assistant DA in 2017, and stepped into the top role in 2020 after Layla Zon’s appointment to the Superior Court. Re-elected without opposition in 2024, he’s been a steady force in the community. Beyond his local work, McGinley has prosecuted high-profile cases statewide, including securing convictions in a Clarke County rape and child molestation trial and a Columbus murder case. He’s also been a vocal advocate for prosecutors at the state legislature. 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: Covington OKs construction manager for downtown utility project Big steps forward for the Downtown Utility Relocation project. On July 21, the Covington City Council gave the green light to Strack Inc., a Fairburn-based company, as the Construction Manager at Risk. The preconstruction contract? $120,387. Originally, the city tried a Design-Build approach, but only got one bid—and it was way over the $9 million budget. So, they pivoted. Michael Willis, the city’s engineering manager, explained that the Construction Manager at Risk model offers more transparency and control over costs. Makes sense, right? The project itself is no small task: replacing old sewer, water, and gas lines across nine downtown blocks, plus adding a duct bank for power and telecom wires. Oh, and resurfacing streets too. The timeline? Preconstruction wraps by January 2026, with construction done by summer 2027. It’s a long road, but downtown’s getting a serious upgrade. STORY 5: Vehicle pursuit results in fatal crash A tragic night unfolded as the Georgia State Patrol investigates a crash that claimed the life of 16-year-old Trevon Pohl during a police pursuit. It started last Friday night at a Governor’s Office of Highway Safety road check on Ga. Highway 36. Pohl, driving a gray Ford Fusion, was stopped. When asked for his license, he admitted he didn’t have one. Deputies told him to pull ...
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  • Conservative Brett Mauldin announces bid for State House District 114

    Conservative Brett Mauldin announces bid for State House District 114
    2025/07/25
    Top Stories for July 25th Publish Date: July 25th 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, July 25th and Happy birthday to Walter Peyton I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Times Journal Conservative Brett Mauldin announces bid for State House District 114 The Sinclair Reopens After Suffering Fire Damage Newton commissioners request evaluation of Fire Services 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: Ingles Markets STORY 1: Conservative Brett Mauldin announces bid for State House District 114 Brett Mauldin, a conservative businessman and second-generation construction company owner, has announced his candidacy for Georgia House District 114, covering Morgan County and parts of Newton and Walton counties. Mauldin emphasizes his commitment to small businesses, advocating for cutting red tape, eliminating state income tax, and supporting working families. A strong proponent of conservative values, he pledges to defend the Constitution, protect the unborn, uphold the Second Amendment, and combat human and drug trafficking. Mauldin, a family man and active community member, aims to preserve the district's traditions while addressing growth challenges. His candidacy follows Rep. Tim Fleming’s decision to run for Secretary of State. STORY 2: The Sinclair Reopens After Suffering Fire Damage Preston Snyder, founder of MAD Hospitality, has reopened The Sinclair, an upscale cafe in Downtown Madison, just over a week after a fire damaged the historic building housing his businesses. While the fire destroyed Community Roots Market and Betty Gene’s, The Sinclair was salvageable and reopened on July 22. Known for its coffee, pastries, gourmet small plates, and cocktails, the cafe operates out of a repurposed gas station. Snyder expressed gratitude for the community’s support, emphasizing The Sinclair’s resilience and importance to Madison since its 2021 opening. STORY 3: Newton commissioners request evaluation of Fire Services Newton County is considering hiring a third-party consulting firm to evaluate its Fire Service policies and procedures due to ongoing issues within the department. District 1 Commissioner Stan Edwards highlighted the need for an impartial review, noting the county has had three fire chiefs in eight years. Current Chief Royce Turner, hired in 2024, succeeded Mike Conner, who was dismissed over a conflict of interest, and Jeffrey Monroe, who resigned amid morale and pay complaints. The evaluation aims to address systemic challenges and provide recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. 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: Ingles Markets STORY 4: Rock Legend and Conservationist, Chuck Leavell, Coming to Morgan County September 13 The Madison-Morgan Conservancy will host “An Evening with Chuck Leavell” on September 13, 2025, at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Auditorium. The event, featuring the legendary Rolling Stones music director and conservationist, includes a documentary screening, stories, and a live performance. It follows the Conservancy’s Annual Membership Supper and inaugural Conservation/Preservation Awards. Proceeds will support efforts to protect land and combat sprawl. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Conservancy has safeguarded over 6,000 acres and aims to become Georgia’s first accredited regional land trust. Tickets are limited; visit mmcGeorgia.org for details. STORY 5: Kelvin King running for secretary of state Atlanta businessman and Air Force veteran Kelvin King has announced his candidacy for Georgia secretary of state. King, who previously ran for the U.S. Senate, aims to bring "new leadership" by supporting hybrid voting with hand-counted ballots, cleaning up voter rolls, and overhauling business licensing systems. He joins State Rep. Tim Fleming in the Republican race. Incumbent Brad Raffensperger, who gained attention for rejecting Donald Trump’s 2020 election claims, has not announced if he will seek a third term, as he reportedly considers runs for governor or Senate. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on diabetes We’ll have closing comments after this.  Break: Ingles Markets 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 ...
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