MDJ Script/ Top Stories for June 13th
Publish Date: June 13th
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From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.
Today is Friday, June 13th and Happy Birthday to Tim Allen
I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal
- Wellstar Kennestone Achieves Elite National Recognition in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Trio Accused of Trafficking Over 4 Pounds of Meth in Smyrna
- Marietta Adopts $428M Budget with Staff Raises, Flat Millage
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas
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: Wellstar Kennestone Achieves Elite National Recognition in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center has earned the highest three-star rating in four cardiac care categories from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, placing it among the top cardiac surgery programs in the U.S. and Canada. The ratings, based on patient outcomes from 2022-2024, recognize excellence in procedures like CABG (open-heart surgery), Aortic Valve Replacement, and combined surgeries. This achievement highlights Wellstar’s clinical excellence, multidisciplinary teamwork, and patient-centered care. With over 110 cardiologists and surgeons, Wellstar Kennestone is a leader in cardiovascular care and the first in Georgia to earn Comprehensive Cardiac Care Certification.
STORY 2: Trio Accused of Trafficking Over 4 Pounds of Meth in Smyrna
Haley Noelle Mitchell, John David Moses, and Craig Myers were arrested on June 3 in Smyrna for allegedly trafficking 4.44 pounds of methamphetamine found in a black Infiniti FX35 during a search. Mitchell also faces charges for failing to stop at a stop sign and having an obstructed license plate. All three are charged with drug trafficking and remain in custody without bond at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center. Moses also has a detainer hold.
STORY 3: Marietta Adopts $428M Budget with Staff Raises, Flat Millage
The Marietta City Council approved a $428 million budget for fiscal year 2026, maintaining a flat millage rate of 4.692 mills for the 24th consecutive year. The budget, up 1.78% from last year, includes a 4% employee raise (pending economic conditions) and funds 812 employees, adding two positions to save costs on downtown sanitation. Public safety remains a priority, with 52% of the general fund allocated to police and fire services. Despite rising costs and flat revenue, the city avoided service cuts. A 3.5% wastewater rate increase will take effect July 1 due to higher treatment costs.
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