Police Arrest Man Accused of Driving Drunk, Killing Newborn

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Publish Date: June 4th

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1. Police Arrest Man Accused of Driving Drunk, Killing Newborn
2. Georgia appellate court sets October hearing in Trump's bid to disqualify DA Willis
3. New Agreement Between UWG and GHC for Health Students

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STORY 1: Police Arrest Man Accused of Driving Drunk, Killing Newborn

Zachary Scott Williams, a 31-year-old from Douglasville, was arrested for vehicular homicide after causing a crash while driving drunk on December 30, 2023. Williams was speeding at 67 mph in a 35 mph zone on Humphries Hill Road in Austell when he lost control of his vehicle, colliding with a Toyota 4Runner. Eunice Gyasi, a passenger in the 4Runner who was nine months pregnant, gave birth to a baby girl, Evangela Gyasi, who died 28 minutes later due to injuries from the crash. Williams, with a blood alcohol content of 0.156, was booked into Cobb County Jail without bond.

STORY 2: Georgia appellate court sets October hearing in Trump's bid to disqualify DA Willis

The Georgia Court of Appeals will not hear former President Donald Trump's appeal regarding Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis's role in his election interference case until October. This delay ensures the trial will occur post the November 5 election. Trump's legal team sought Willis’s removal due to her past romantic relationship with attorney Nathan Wade, who led the prosecution. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee ruled Willis could stay if Wade resigned, which he did. Trump, indicted last August with 18 others, faces multiple charges across federal and state levels, including a recent New York conviction for falsifying business records.

STORY 3: New Agreement Between UWG and GHC for Health Students

The University of West Georgia (UWG) and Georgia Highlands College (GHC) have partnered to offer health and wellness students an accelerated path to a Master of Science in Integrative Health and Wellness (MSIHW) degree. This program, approved by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC), enables GHC students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Health Science to take graduate-level courses at UWG during their final undergraduate semester. Successful students will gain automatic admission to the MSIHW program at UWG, preparing them for roles in healthcare teams or community-based programs. This initiative aims to address the growing need for healthcare professionals in the region.

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STORY 4: Cobb County Water System Reports Three Sewage Overflows

The Cobb County Water System reported three wastewater sewer overflows. The first, caused by gravel in a 24-inch main, spilled 27,860 gallons into the Chattahoochee River on May 31. The second, due to vandalism, released 4,100 gallons into a tributary of the Timber Ridge Branch on June 1. The third, caused by grease, spilled 660 gallons into the same tributary on June 2. Cleanup for all spills involved spreading lime. For further details, contact the Cobb County Water System’s Maintenance Division at 770-419-6351.

STORY 5: Developer Proposing 5-Story Student Housing Tower Near KSU

Landmark Properties, an Athens-based developer, seeks approval to build a five-story, 191-unit apartment building for Kennesaw State University students at 112 Townpark Drive. The gated complex will feature a parking deck with 665 spaces, a rooftop pool, and an amenity area. The developer requests rezoning and a special land-use permit. However, the Bells Ferry Civic Association opposes the project, citing an existing surplus of off-campus housing and potential traffic issues. The Cobb Planning Commission will review the proposal on Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 100 Cherokee St. in Marietta.

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STORY 6: Kim McCoy Named Director of Cobb Family Advocacy Center

Kim McCoy has been appointed the first executive director of the new Cobb Family Advocacy Center, announced by Cobb District Attorney Flynn Broady Jr. McCoy, formerly the director of the DA’s Victim Witness Unit, proposed the center to serve victims of various forms of abuse. Located in Marietta, the center, supported by a $400,000 grant, offers comprehensive services in collaboration with nonprofits and public safety partners. The initiative aims to reduce domestic violence homicides and childhood trauma. For emergencies, the public should call 911, and various support resources are available for victims.

STORY 7: 'Color, Artistry and Creativity': Quilt Show Coming to Cobb

The 19th biennial Georgia Celebrates Quilt Show will take place in Marietta, attracting quilters from 58 cities across Georgia. Organized by the East Cobb Quilters’ Guild, the event will be held at the Cobb County Civic Center from Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The show will feature 344 quilts in competition for over $4,000 in cash prizes, a raffle quilt made by ECQG members, and various vendors selling quilt-related products. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or online at GeorgiaCelebratesQuilts.com/Tickets.

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