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Publish Date: August 22nd
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From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.
Today is Friday, August 22nd and Happy Birthday to Norman Scharzkoff
I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal
- Auditions for A Christmas Tradition are Sept. 8-9
- Who’s running? Dozens qualify for Cobb’s local elections
- Lockheed's C-130J wins "Coolest Thing Made in Georgia" competition
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on budgeting
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!
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STORY 1: Auditions for A Christmas Tradition are Sept. 8-9
Got some holiday spirit and a knack for singing or dancing—or both? The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre in Marietta is holding auditions for A Christmas Tradition on Sept. 8-9, from 6 to 9 p.m.
This high-energy Christmas revue, directed by Shane DeLancey, runs Dec. 12-21 and features live music, classic holiday hits, and plenty of sparkle. Singers who can dance? Dancers who can sing? They want you.
Audition requirements: two short vocal pieces (bring sheet music or a track), a group dance combo (taught on-site), and a headshot/resume. Ages 18+. Pre-register at https://tinyurl.com/hwpkw2wr. Questions? Email auditions@strandmarietta.org.
STORY 2: Who’s running? Dozens qualify for Cobb’s local elections
Cobb’s municipal elections are heating up as more candidates throw their hats in the ring. By Tuesday, seven new names joined the races, adding to the dozens who qualified Monday.
In Marietta, the mayor’s seat and all seven City Council and school board positions are up for grabs. Incumbent Mayor Steve “Thunder” Tumlin is seeking a fifth term, facing challenger Sam Foster. Meanwhile, council races are drawing a mix of familiar faces and fresh contenders, like Kenneth Wright, who’s challenging Ward 5’s Carlyle Kent.
Over in Mableton, Cassandra Brown joined the District 4 race, while Austell and Kennesaw saw new challengers emerge for key council seats.
STORY 3: Lockheed's C-130J wins "Coolest Thing Made in Georgia" competition
Lockheed Martin’s Marietta-made C-130J Super Hercules just snagged the title of “Coolest Thing Made in Georgia” in the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s first-ever competition. And honestly? It’s hard to argue with that.
Rod McLean, Lockheed’s VP of Air Mobility and Maritime Missions, was thrilled. “This aircraft has been a game-changer for decades,” he said. “To see it recognized like this—it’s incredible.”
The C-130J, built by a 5,000-strong team in Marietta, has logged over 3 million flight hours and serves 28 operators worldwide. It even beat out an air taxi in the finals. Not bad for a 70-year-old legend.
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STORY 4: 21-year-old woman killed in Mars Hill Road collision
A 21-year-old woman from Powder Springs, Kristen Royster, lost her life in a tragic crash Wednesday night on Mars Hill Road, according to Cobb County Police.
It happened around 10:14 p.m. A red Chevy Silverado, driven by Temple Reed, 30, of Dallas, was heading west on Hadaway Road. At the sa
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