Grandson Joins Marietta School Bus Driver's Route

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MDJ Script/ Top Stories for July 30th

Publish Date: July 30th

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1. Grandson Joins Marietta School Bus Driver's Route
2. Marietta Man Arrested in Connection to 70 plus Car Break-ins
3. 66th Annual Miss Cobb County Scholarship Competition Announced

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STORY 1: Grandson Joins Marietta School Bus Driver’s Route

Yvette Corella, a former Denver police officer, has returned to work as a bus driver for Marietta City Schools after retiring and moving to be closer to her family. This school year, her 4-year-old grandson, Joshua Powell, will ride her bus to kindergarten at Burruss Elementary. Corella, who finds driving the bus as challenging as her previous job, has adapted well and appreciates the emotional connection with her young passengers. Despite occasional frustrations with other drivers, she is excited for the new school year and seeing her students again. The district will complete 670 bus runs, transporting about 4,700 students on the first day.

STORY 2: Marietta Man Arrested in Connection to 70 plus car Break-ins

Christopher Emerson, 19, was arrested in Marietta on Wednesday in connection with over 70 car break-ins across the city. Already out on bond for a previous car burglary charge, Emerson faces 18 felony charges including theft, fraud, and drug trafficking, plus one misdemeanor charge. He is being held without bond in Cobb County Adult Detention Center. The break-ins, involving stolen belongings and three handguns, occurred over the past five weeks, with suspects either entering unlocked cars or smashing windows. The investigation is ongoing, and police believe multiple suspects are involved. Anyone with information should contact Detective Michael Randall or Crimestoppers Greater Atlanta.

STORY 3: 66th Annual Miss Cobb County Scholarship Competition Announced

The 66th annual Miss Cobb County Scholarship Competition, themed “Respect,” will take place at 7 p.m. on August 3 at the Jennie T. Anderson Theater in Marietta. Tickets are $20, available from 6 p.m. The event will feature 18 contestants competing for $16,000 in scholarships. Audrey Kittila, the current Miss Cobb County, and Miss Georgia 2024 Lulu Louizaire will participate in the crowning. Carrington Manous, Miss Georgia’s Teen, will also be present. The competition includes categories like Talent, Evening Wear, and Fitness, with judges from diverse backgrounds. The winners will serve as community ambassadors and represent Cobb County in state contests. For more details, contact [e-mail] or call 770-545-1351.

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STORY 4: ‘See You at the Flagpole’: Mableton Church Hosts Prayer Walk for Schools

The annual South Cobb Prayer Walk took place on Saturday morning, focusing on 19 schools in Mableton. Organized by the Mableton Pastors Collective and involving seven local churches, the event featured prayers for school administrators, teachers, students, and families. This year, the walk was scaled down from a county-wide event to a citywide one due to declining participation. The day included visits to schools such as Pebblebrook High and Aspire, with prayers for safety and support. The event concluded at Mableton Elementary and SAE School, reflecting the community's strong ties and faith-based support for local education. A community prayer night is scheduled for Wednesday at First Christian Church.

STORY 5: Turner Chapel Hosts Back to School Bash

Turner Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Marietta hosted its annual back-to-school block party on Saturday, attracting over 500 families. The event, organized by the church's youth ministries, featured free food, games, and community resources, including 600 backpacks and other school supplies. Local organizations provided additional support, such as hygiene kits and information on social services. Highlights included bilingual announcements, raffle prizes, and fun activities like "Dunk Your Pastor." Senior Pastor Rev. Tar-U-Way Bright emphasized the event's goal of community support and outreach, demonstrating care beyond the church's walls.

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STORY 6: Successfully Sober Summer BBQ

The Cobb County Drug Treatment Court held its first Successfully Sober Summer BBQ on July 13 at Laurel Park in Marietta. The event, organized with the help of the Rotary Club of Marietta Metro and Celebrate Recovery Eastwood Baptist Church, included outdoor games, card games, and face painting for children. It provided a chance for participants, their families, and community partners to connect outside the courtroom. Porsha Middlebrook, the program coordinator, praised the event for showcasing positive, pro-social activities in the recovery journey, highlighting the crucial support from Judge Kimberly A. Childs and the dedicated team behind the program. For more details, contact Middlebrook at 770-528-1933 or [e-mail].

STORY 7: Cobb County Water System Reports 2 Sewage Overflows

The Cobb County Water System reported two sewage overflows on July 27. The first, at 1430 Bentley Road, involved 620 gallons of wastewater caused by grease, discharging into a tributary of Rottenwood Creek. It was addressed by 10:45 p.m. the same day, with cleanup including lime application and no observed fish kills. The second overflow, at 1920 Barnes Mill Road, involved 900 gallons, also due to grease, and discharged into a tributary of Sope Creek. It was stopped by 7:30 p.m., with similar cleanup measures and no fish kills reported. For more details, contact 770-419-6351.

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