Teens Killed in Woodstock Crash to Have Joint Visitations and Funerals

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Jan 19th           

Publish Date:  Jan 18th

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Today is Friday, January 19th and Happy heavenly Birthday to Janis Joplin.

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Teens Killed in Woodstock Crash to Have Joint Visitations and Funerals
Kennesaw State Receives Grant to Help Children with Sickle Cell Disease
Lockheed Celebrates 70 Years of the C-130

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STORY 1: Teens Killed in Woodstock Crash to Have Joint Visitations and Funerals

Gabriel Escandon, a junior at Pope High School, and Esteban Cortes-Rendon, a senior at Etowah High School, who died in a single-car crash in Woodstock, will have joint visitations and funerals. Families believe the boys, who shared life together, should be laid to rest together. The two-day joint viewing at Poole Funeral Home in Woodstock begins on Jan. 18. The funeral service is scheduled at Mount Paran Church on Jan. 20. GoFundMe campaigns have been initiated for both families, raising funds for scholarships and memorial expenses. Fundraisers have also been started for the injured passengers, Oliver Roman and Chris Peixoto.

STORY 2: Kennesaw State Receives Grant to Help Children with Sickle Cell Disease

Kennesaw State University's assistant professor of biomedical engineering, Paul Lee, has received a $426,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health to develop an economical testing device for determining the risk of stroke in children with sickle cell disease. Lee aims to create an affordable, light-based device that can measure brain blood flow in children with sickle cell disease. The current screening tests using an ultrasound system are not widely accessible in sub-Saharan Africa, where the majority of babies born with sickle cell disease reside. The goal is to provide more children in southern African countries access to the screening protocol.

STORY 3: 'Year of the Super Hercules': Lockheed Celebrates 70 Years of the C-130

Lockheed Martin's C-130 Hercules aircraft, the longest-running military aircraft production program in history, is celebrating its 70th anniversary. The celebrations for the C-130J "Year of the Super Hercules" began with a resolution presentation on Georgia Aerospace Day at the Gold Dome. Lockheed officials received resolutions honoring the C-130 Hercules and Lockheed Martin from state representatives. The C-130J, considered the most advanced Hercules ever built, was introduced in 1999, and Lockheed Martin has built over 520 C-130Js at its Marietta plant. Lockheed's Marietta plant is ideal for large aircraft manufacturing, and the company is involved in preliminary studies for a next-generation air lifter.

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STORY 4: Raffensperger: No time to take QR codes off Georgia ballots this year

Georgia's Republican Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, stated that there isn't enough time to remove QR codes from paper ballots before the 2024 elections, as proposed by some GOP legislative leaders. Concerns have been raised about the transparency and trustworthiness of QR codes on ballots. The General Assembly had previously mandated a paper backup for electronic ballots in 2019. Raffensperger is requesting over $5.2 million in the fiscal 2025 budget for upgrading voting equipment, including the removal of QR codes. However, the timeline for implementing changes before the upcoming elections is a challenge, with Raffensperger emphasizing the need for technology availability from vendors.

STORY 5: Developing Servant-Leaders Intrinsic to Mount Paran's Culture

Mount Paran Christian School students in Georgia engaged in various fall semester service projects, aligning with the school's mission to "honor God, love others, and walk in Truth." Initiatives included a diaper drive supporting Cobb Children's Fund Diaper Day, a food drive collecting over 10,000 pounds for MUST Ministries, baseball teams aiding veterans and the homeless, a blood drive hosted by the Key Club, a Christmas toy drive for Mission 1:27, and a Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy and Spanish Club collaboration benefiting Lambs Christian Academy. Students demonstrated servant-leadership and community engagement, embodying the school's commitment to service and faith-based values.

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STORY 6: AROUND TOWN: Cobb connections to the Fani Willis scandal

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faces controversy in the investigation into alleged 2020 election interference by former President Donald Trump. Accusations have emerged of a romantic relationship between Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade, prompting a motion to dismiss the case. Cobb-based attorney Wade, once an associate judge in Marietta, is central to the claims. The case, the first criminal case in Georgia against Trump, is notable, but allegations against Willis and Wade raise concerns. Cobb Democrats Chair Erick Allen believes the defense is throwing everything at the case, while Cobb GOP Chair Salleigh Grubbs expresses concern about the justice system's image.

STORY 7:

In Marietta, a book controversy involves the removal of 23 books from Marietta High School's library, sparking debate over sexual content. Superintendent Grant Rivera disputes claims that over half the books have LGBTQ+ content. The Cobb County Republican Women’s Club holds an awards luncheon, highlighting accomplishments under outgoing president Nancy Couch's leadership. Reverend Tony Lowden addresses the group, emphasizing love, compassion, and respect in community work. Leadership Cobb is seeking nominations for its 2024-2025 class, with 60 individuals selected for a program focusing on personal, professional, and community growth. The deadline for nominations is February 9.

STORY 8: Jurassic Quest Comes to Cobb Galleria Centre on Jan. 26-28

Jurassic Quest, North America's popular interactive dinosaur experience, is set to take place from January 26-28 at the Cobb Galleria Centre. The event offers extended hands-on activities, an expanded herd of life-like dinosaurs, themed rides, live dinosaur shows, science and art activities, a giant fossil dig, and more. New attractions include "Raptor Run" races and "Rope-a-Raptor," where kids can lasso stray dinosaurs. The event aims to provide educational and entertaining experiences for families. General admission includes live shows, arts and crafts activities, and dinosaur exhibits. Tickets for specific activities are available on-site, and entry is free for children under 2.

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