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Publish Date:  October 31st 

   

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

  

Today is Friday, October 31st and Happy Birthday to John Candy 

 

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

1. Superior Plumbing Taste of Kennesaw is Saturday
2. Marietta honors Rev. Dr. Nelson Price with Roswell Street commemorative naming
3. Students can apply to over 60 Georgia colleges and universities for free in November

 

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on carrots 

 

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STORY 1:  Superior Plumbing Taste of Kennesaw is Saturday 

 Mark your calendars—The Superior Plumbing Taste of Kennesaw is back! On Nov. 1, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., downtown Kennesaw (2829 Cherokee Street) will transform into a foodie’s paradise. 

Picture this: over 30 local restaurants serving up their best bites, a Beer Garden for the grown-ups, live music all day, and even a big screen for catching the games. Kids? They’ll be busy with inflatable slides and bounces while you stroll through the Georgia Grown Member Village. 

Restaurants like The Melting Pot, Gus’s Fried Chicken, and Williamson Brothers BBQ are just a few of the highlights. Admission’s free, and food samples range from $1 to $10. 

Proceeds benefit local charities like Shop with a Mustang and KSU Cares. Parking? Plenty—downtown, Adams Park, or First Baptist Church. 

Questions? Call 770-423-1330 or visit kennesawbusiness.org. Don’t miss it! 

STORY 2: Marietta honors Rev. Dr. Nelson Price with Roswell Street commemorative naming 

 For 35 years, Rev. Dr. Nelson Price stood at the pulpit of Roswell Street Baptist Church, drawing thousands to hear his sermons. Now, the stretch of Roswell Street from Marietta Square to Cobb Parkway—yes, past the Big Chicken—will honor his legacy as the “Rev. Nelson L. Price Memorial Pathway.” 

The name of the road isn’t changing, but two signs will mark the tribute. At Wednesday’s dedication, Mayor Steve “Thunder” Tumlin called it a “joyous occasion,” adding, “He wasn’t just a road; he was a pathway—a lamp to our feet.” 

Price, who passed away in August at 94, left an indelible mark on Cobb County. He mentored students, counseled presidents, baptized thousands, and even delivered Jimmy Carter’s 1977 inauguration address. 

The church he led grew from 700 members to a 10,000-strong congregation, filling a 4,000-seat sanctuary every Sunday. 

At the unveiling, friends and family shared stories. Former Braves pitcher Jim Nash recalled meeting Price in 1969: “My wife made me go to church. Best decision ever.” 

Price’s wife, “Miss Trudy,” thanked everyone, saying Nelson would’ve been humbled.  

STORY 3: Students can apply to over 60 Georgia colleges and universities for free in November 

 Good news for Georgia high school seniors: college application fees? Waived. Yep, over 60 colleges and universities across the state are letting seniors apply for free this November, thanks to a partnership between the Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC), the University System of Georgia, the Technical College System of Georgia, and private schools. 

No limits, either—apply to as many schools as you want. Fees can add up fast, so this is a big deal for families. 

If you use the GEORGIA MATCH admissions dashboard, the fee waivers are automatic. Curious? Head to GAfutures.org for the full list of schools and details. 

GSFC’s goal? Making college more affordable, plain and simple. 

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We’ll be right back. 

 

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STORY 4: Gwinnett SWAT team captures Marietta murder suspect 

A man accused of killing his stepfather in a Marietta apartment shooting is now in custody after a SWAT team arrested him in Gwinnett County. 

Pharron Carlos Banks, 26, had been on the run since Monday night, when police say he fatally shot 58-year-old Michael Jackson during a domestic dispute at the Briggs at Power Park apartments on Franklin Gateway. 

Officers arrived just after 6:30 p.m. to find Jackson with multiple gunshot wounds. He was rushed to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital but didn’t survive. 

Banks fled before police arrived. His car was later found near the Atlanta University Center and brought back to Marietta for evidence processing. 

On Wednesday, Marietta police tracked Banks to a home in Gwinnett. With a search warrant in hand, Gwinnett’s SWAT team surrounded the house, issued commands, and arrested Banks just after 5 p.m. 

“Our hearts go out to the family and everyone affected by this tragedy,” Marietta police said, thanking Gwinnett officers for their help. 

STORY 5:  Marietta council tabling measure that would require permit to protest 

The Marietta City Council hit pause on a proposed ordinance that would require permits for protests, opting to send it back for legal review. Councilwoman Cheryl Richardson made the motion, saying the city needs a constitutional law expert to weigh in. 

The ordinance, as written, would require groups of five or more to get a permit for an “expression event,” limit protest locations and times, and restrict sound amplification like megaphones. “Expression’s not the issue—it’s volume,” said Mayor Steve “Thunder” Tumlin. 

Richardson wasn’t sold. “Five people? That’s too small. If seven of us wave on a corner, we’d need a permit? That’s not right,” she said, adding the term “expression” felt off. The committee unanimously agreed to table it. 

Next meetings: Nov. 10 (work session) and Nov. 12 (voting). 

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on carrots 

 

 

We’ll have closing comments after this. 

 

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