GA News Podcast – East Metro for Sunday, 6/16 – Published Friday 6/14 From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to your Georgia News Podcast. This podcast features stories compiled from the publications of Times Journal. Today is Sunday, June 16th and Happy 72nd Birthday to boxer Roberto Duran. ***06.16.24 – BIRTHDAY – ROBERTO DURAN*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here is your top stories Georgia is talking about, presented by Drake Realty Orioles Send Braves to Fifth Straight LossMetro Montage XXIV is July 6 to Sept. 8Hunter Biden found guilty of illegally buying and owning a gun We’ll have these stories and more, coming up on your Georgia News Podcast and If you want community, local, and statewide news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! Commercial: DRAKE Story 1: Orioles Send Braves to Fifth Straight Loss In a game against the Atlanta Braves, the Baltimore Orioles secured a 4-2 victory with Colton Cowser's decisive two-run home run in the eighth inning. This broke the tie following Atlanta's Matt Olson's two-run homer earlier in the inning. The Orioles extended their winning streak to six games, propelled by Cowser's pivotal hit. Pitcher Keegan Akin earned the win, backed by Cedric Mullins' strong performance with two hits and a run. Braves' starter Spencer Schwellenbach showed resilience despite the loss, pitching six innings and allowing two runs. Despite efforts from Olson and Marcell Ozuna, the Braves suffered their fifth consecutive defeat, with their offense struggling to capitalize on opportunities. Story 2: Metro Montage XXIV is July 6 to Sept. 8 The Marietta Cobb Museum of Art is hosting Metro Montage XXIV from July 6 to Sept. 8, showcasing diverse art genres, mediums, styles, and subjects from across the country. Selected from over 1,000 submissions, the exhibition will span both floors of the museum and feature works by numerous artists. An Opening Reception on July 6, from 6 to 8 p.m., will offer free admission for museum members and $10 for non-members, with a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. The event aims to celebrate the nation's artistic diversity and skill. For more details, visit www.mariettacobbartmuseum.org. Story 3: Hunter Biden Found Guilty of Illegally Buying and Owning a Gun Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, was convicted by a Delaware jury for illegally purchasing and owning a gun while addicted to crack cocaine. The guilty verdict follows a week-long trial featuring testimonies from his ex-wife, ex-girlfriend, and sister-in-law turned lover, detailing his substance abuse. This conviction may be exploited by political opponents in an election year, highlighting the struggles of the president's family. Hunter faces further legal trouble with pending federal charges of tax evasion in Los Angeles. Despite his defense's argument about limited evidence of drug use during the gun purchase, jurors found him guilty on all counts, based on overwhelming evidence of his addiction. Testimonies revealed his drug abuse, including smoking crack cocaine in luxury hotels, and his own admission in his memoir. We’ll be right back Break: WHEELER Story 4: A $1 Million Mega Millions Ticket was Sold in Dacula – Find Out Where A $1 million winning Mega Millions ticket was sold at Quick Shop Exxon on Dacula Road in Dacula. The winner's identity remains unknown. To win $1 million, five out of five regular numbers must match. Seven winners across the U.S. achieved this, with one in Dacula. Additionally, a Chevron in Marietta sold a winning ticket worth $40,000 with a 4X multiplier. The winning numbers were 1-5-7-22-24, with a multiplier of 8. Story 5: One Dead After Shooting On Hijacked Gwinnett Bus Involved In Wild Police Chase During rush hour, a Ride Gwinnett bus was hijacked in downtown Atlanta, prompting a police chase across three counties. A fight on the bus led to the driver being held at gunpoint by a convicted felon, Joseph Grier. Seventeen passengers were onboard; one was shot and later died. Grier was arrested after a chase, during which he hit multiple vehicles. The incident ended in DeKalb County, where law enforcement blocked the bus. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens described the ordeal as resembling a movie scene. The motive remains unclear, and investigations are ongoing. Passengers are being interviewed for crucial information. We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 3 Story 6: Boys Golf Couch of The Year: Varner Leads Mount Paran to Consecutive State Titles Scott Varner, coach of Mount Paran Christian's boys golf team, guided his predominantly freshman squad to a second consecutive Class AA state title, also clinching the Region 6AA tournament. Varner, recognized as Cobb County Boys Golf Coach of the Year, emphasized the joy of working with his team and the camaraderie they shared. Despite being the team to beat, they embraced the challenge and maintained a winning mindset. Varner acknowledged the seniors' crucial role in mentoring younger ...
