Two Men Get Life for Crime Spree That Left Young Father Dead Marietta Daily Journal Podcast

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Publish Date:  May 9th            

  

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Two Men Get Life for Crime Spree That Left Young Father Dead
Challenger Decries Home Rule, Transit Tax at Cobb Forum
Cobb Students Win $2,500 National Merit Scholarship

 

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STORY 1: Two Men Get Life for Crime Spree That Left Young Father Dead

In January 2020, Elijah Bailey, 20, and Miguel Romo, 21, were convicted by a Cobb jury for their roles in a violent 48-hour crime spree, including murder, home invasion, armed robbery, among other charges. This spree tragically culminated in the death of 22-year-old Daquan Murphy during one of the home invasions. The spree inflicted terror on multiple victims, notably affecting Murphy's girlfriend and their young child. Shropshire, a fellow accomplice, previously received a life sentence. Bailey and Romo were each sentenced to life imprisonment plus additional years. Cobb District Attorney Flynn Broady said the community's unequivocal stance against such acts of violence, affirming justice for the impacted families.

STORY 2: Challenger Decries Home Rule, Transit Tax at Cobb Forum

In the race for the District 4 seat on the Cobb County Board of Commissioners, incumbent Monique Sheffield and challenger Yashica Marshall, both Democrats, present differing stances. Sheffield supports the commission's home resolution and the proposed transit tax, advocating for specific funding for transit projects. In contrast, Marshall opposes them, suggesting alternative funding sources and emphasizing community input in development plans. Their debate spans issues such as home rule, transit tax funding, and revitalizing Veterans Memorial Highway. Sheffield touts her experience and leadership, while Marshall seeks equitable attention across the county and champions positive change.

STORY 3: Cobb Students Win $2,500 National Merit Scholarship

Eleven graduating high school seniors from Cobb County received $2,500 scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, chosen from 15,000 finalists nationwide based on academic records, test scores, leadership, community involvement, essays, and recommendations. The nonprofit awarded a total of 2,250 scholarships. Winners from Cobb County include students with diverse career aspirations, from computer science and engineering to medicine and marine biology. These scholars were recognized for their exceptional achievements and potential for success in college studies.

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STORY 4: Mount Paran Christian School Works with Local Literacy Club

Fourth and fifth graders from Mount Paran Christian School recently performed Disney's "Finding Nemo Kids" for parents, grandparents, and friends from the Ben Carson Reading Club at Walton Village Adventure Center. The Ben Carson Reading Club, housed within the Walton Adventure Center near Dobbins Air Reserve Base, aims to combat illiteracy and promote leisure reading among young children. Mount Paran students regularly engage with the Adventure Center through various events, including Family Serve Day, visits from the football team, and service opportunities.

STORY 5: Cumberland Kroger to Close

The Cumberland Kroger, a staple for 44 years, is set t