EAST METRO Top Stories for July 11th Publish Date: July 11th Commercial: From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to The Community Podcast. This Podcast brings you the top stories from the Rockdale-Newton Citizen and the Morgan Citizen. Today is Thursday, July 11th and Happy heavenly birthday to 6th President John Quincy Adams. ***07.11.24 – BIRTHDAY – JOHN Q. ADAMS*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are your top stories presented by Drake Realty Rockdale County receives grant for community gardenRutledge Gets a New ParkSky Art in Olde Town Plus, Bruce Jenkins’ conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on cooking fish. These stories and more are coming up in today’s edition of the Community Podcast for Rockdale, Newton, and Morgan Counties! Please like, follow, and subscribe. BREAK: DRAKE STORY 1: Rockdale County receives grant for community garden Rockdale County will establish a Community Garden with a $145,000 grant from the USDA, in partnership with the University of Georgia Archway Partnership. This initiative is part of a larger $1.5 million USDA grant aimed at enhancing agricultural initiatives and community gardens across Georgia. The funding follows extensive community engagement sessions to identify needs and opportunities for agricultural development. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recognized this effort during a recent visit to Columbus, Georgia, where similar grants were awarded. The project aims to increase access to healthy food, promote agricultural education, and strengthen local food systems. A ground-breaking ceremony is scheduled for July 18th at Wheeler Park in Conyers, marking the beginning of this transformative initiative funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. STORY 2: Rutledge Gets A New Park Residents of Rutledge are anticipating the arrival of a new community park, made possible by a generous donation of nine acres of land from Tommy and Trevor Breedlove. Located behind Rutledge City Hall and the U.S. Post Office on Newborn Road, the park already features bridges and walking trails, with plans for a gazebo, landscaping, parking, and restrooms in progress. Mayor Bruce Altznauer describes it as a significant addition for community events. Local group Walk Rutledge, led by Peter Dora, welcomes the park's development, highlighting its shaded pathways and bridges as ideal for their daily walks. The Rutledge City Council has boosted the recreation and parks budget to support the park's completion as part of its fiscal year 24-25 plans. STORY 3: Sky Art in Olde Town In Olde Town Conyers, an umbrella sky art installation has been introduced in Stewarts Alley to add vibrancy and charm to the area. Spearheaded by City Manager Kameron Kelley, the initiative aims to beautify under-utilized spaces in the town center. Inspired by Portugal's Umbrella Sky Project, initiated in Agueda in 2012 by Impact. Plan Art Productions, the installation mirrors an annual event from July 1 to Sept. 30. Conyers plans to rotate the umbrellas with seasonal and colorful displays to enhance the surroundings periodically. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We’ll be right back. Break: WHEELER FUNERAL HOME STORY 4: Cranberry Glass Collection Fills Cultural Center’s ‘Collector’s Corner’ The Collector’s Corner at the Madison Morgan Cultural Center showcases Nancy Greene’s family collection of Cranberry Glass spanning three generations. Originating with her grandmother, Hannah Belle Grannis Waldron, from Indiana, the collection passed through her mother, Mary Catherine Waldren, before reaching Nancy. Cranberry glass, known for its red hue derived from gold chloride, has a rich history dating back to the Roman Empire and saw a resurgence in the 1600s in Europe. In America, production began in the mid-1800s with notable companies like Pilgrim Glass, Indiana Glass, and Fenton Glass contributing to its popularity. The exhibit features a variety of blown and pressed glass pieces, including lamps and decorative items, showcasing the craftsmanship that persisted for over a century. Visitors can view this exhibition at the Madison Morgan Cultural Center from Tuesday to Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday 1 PM to 4 PM, throughout July, August, and September. STORY 5: Newton County scores improved ISO rating Newton County in Covington recently achieved an improved ISO rating of 3/3x from the previous 4/4x, as approved by the Insurance Services Office (ISO). This upgraded rating, effective October 1, signifies enhanced fire preparedness and could lead to reduced homeowners’ insurance premiums for residents. The ISO rating assesses factors like fire department capabilities, water supply, community risk reduction, and E-911 services. County Manager Harold Cooper praised the achievement, attributing it to investments in fire stations, personnel, ...
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