New $50,000 Median to Drive Safety on Fairground Street

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for June 6th 

Publish Date:  June 6th 

   

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From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.  

  

Today is Friday, June 6th and Happy Birthday to Tommie Smith 

 

I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal 

1. New $50,000 Median to Drive Safety on Fairground Street
2. Attempted Carjacking Suspect Held at Gunpoint by Civilian, Arrested in Marietta
3. Kennesaw’s Salute to America is July 3

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on controlling your sweet tooth 

 

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BREAK: TOP TECH MECHANICAL 

STORY 1:   New $50,000 Median to Drive Safety on Fairground Street 

Marietta is enhancing road safety with a new median on Fairground Street near Haley Street. The $50,000 project, set to finish next week, aims to prevent U-turns that have caused accidents and traffic issues. The median will allow only left turns off Fairground Street, with 200 feet of median and 115 feet of curb being installed. Signage will alert drivers to the changes, ensuring smoother and safer traffic flow. 

STORY 2:  Attempted Carjacking Suspect Held at Gunpoint by Civilian, Arrested in Marietta 

A carjacking suspect, Rico Riley, was arrested in Marietta after a witness, Gary Edwards, intervened and held him at gunpoint. Riley allegedly attempted to steal two cars at a Chevron gas station on Franklin Gateway. He first fought a woman for her car keys, then tried to carjack a second vehicle with a family inside. Edwards intervened both times, ultimately detaining Riley until police arrived. Riley faces multiple felony charges, including attempted armed robbery and child cruelty, and is held without bond. Marietta Police commend Edwards but urge witnesses to prioritize safety and call 911 in such situations. 

STORY 3:   Kennesaw’s Salute to America is July 3 

Kennesaw's annual Independence Day celebration, **Salute to America**, takes place July 3 from 6–10 p.m. in downtown Kennesaw. The free event features live music, food vendors, family activities, and a fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m. Performances include Tripp’n at 6 p.m., Girls Night Out at 7 p.m., and Guardians of the Jukebox at 8 p.m. Kids can enjoy ticketed inflatables, and food and drinks will be available for purchase. Reserved seating is $20, with reservations at kennesawjuly3.com. Tobacco and e-cigarettes are prohibited, and the event may be rescheduled for bad weather. 

 

 

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