Welcome to your Paulding County News Podcast. Shocking revelations unfold as a high school football coach is arrested for murder. Plus, a routine doctor's visit takes a startling turn when a man seeks help for sinus issues. I’m Melissa Carter, along with Doug Harding. Plus, a But first, let’s take a look at our top stories.

PC News

Today marks the beginning of early voting in Georgia for the 2024 presidential primaries.

Residents can cast their ballots regardless of party affiliation, with the option to choose either a Democratic or Republican ballot.

A new provision in Georgia law allows workers two hours of paid leave to vote, though arrangements must be made with employers.

Early voting continues until March 8th.

The deadline to request an absentee ballot is March 1st, with ballots required to arrive by Election Day.

This from 11 Alive.

PC News

Former state House member Tim Bearden has emerged victorious as the new state senator for District 30.

Bearden, a Republican from Carrollton, clinched the win amidst a crowded field of candidates vying to succeed former state Sen. Mike Dugan.

The 56-year-old Bearden was elected four times to the state House before former Gov. Nathan Deal appointed him as director of the Georgia Public Safety Training Center.

Bearden is now the government affairs manager for a billboard company.

District 30 covers all of Haralson County and parts of Carroll, Douglas and Paulding counties.

This from WCCS.

PC News

The grand opening of the new UPS Store in Dallas has taken place.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony, in collaboration with the Paulding County Chamber of Commerce, was a hit.

It was a community affair, with locals, UPS Store staff, and esteemed community leaders joining in the festivities.

The event marked a milestone for Dallas as it welcomes this new hub of convenience and service at 7951 Villa Rica Highway.

This from the City Menus.

Weather

Partly Sunny today. High in Dallas and Hiram 64, Low of 42.

Cloudy Thursday with a High in Dallas and Hiram of 66, Low 49.

Friday Sunshine and 63.

Arrest Report

From WSB’s Facebook page:

A Georgia high school football coach is in custody after confessing to the killing of his girlfriend during an argument.

Forty-three-year-old Carl Kearney, Jr. admitted to officers that he strangled Patrina Best during the altercation.

The head coach at Spalding High School has been charged with first and second-degree murder and related offenses.

The investigation is ongoing.

Harry Malcom

And we wonder why public schools are so terrible. take a look at the teachers.

Robert Wiesner

Stay single! And work! Stay out of prison!!!

Keith M Cox

Knock me over with a feather

Debby Thomas

Cue the microaggressions

Larry Harkness

Woman Watch Who You Date

Social Media

From the What’s Happening in Paulding County Facebook page:

Any one know of any Disney travel agents?? Looking for some prices for late August.

Nichole Light

Girl push that trip till at least late October to prevent melting.

Hannah Morris

Also check out Disney fb groups for advice on cheap routes.

Curt N Melinda Brown

Rachelle Alberts Greeson with Wish upon a Star.

Chasleigh Pace

Nicole Lee Chappell !!!! She's the BEST & she makes the process so effortless and stress free. Plus she's been several times so she knows what's best and makes your trip unique to your wishes!

Tracy Bresson

Morgan Williamson specializes with Disney trips. Also, my daughter has a nanny service at Disney if you ever need helping hands either in the park with your children or you just wanna date night out and would like a break. Her company is called Storybook Nannies.

Weird Story

A shocking medical discovery in Jacksonville has left doctors baffled.

More than 100 larvae were found and removed from inside a man's nose and sinuses.

The patient, who remains unidentified, had been experiencing swelling and nosebleeds for months due to a compromised immune system resulting from past medical treatments.

His condition took a terrifying turn when he sought medical attention and doctors discovered live bugs, some as large as the end of a pinky finger, feeding inside his nasal cavity.

Immediate action was taken to remove the larvae.

This from 11 Alive.

Events

Tomorrow at 9am - Non-Profits Industry Roundtable at the Paulding County Chamber of Commerce in Dallas.

Friday beginning at 6:30p - Dolly Parton-themed Bingo Night and Costume Contest at Three Strands Vineyard & Winery in Dallas.

Saturday night beginning at 8 - Backlash at Hopp Frogg Music in Dallas.

State News

A Georgia woman lost her life while heroically saving her three children from a house fire.

Madison Summerville entered her home on Old Atlanta Road in Spalding County to rescue her children from the flames.

Spalding County fire officials responded to the scene Thursday morning to find the home fully engulfed in flames.

Summerville saved her children and others, as she was also an organ donor.

Her sister set up the GoFundMe page for financial assistance.

The children were airlifted to Grady Memorial Hospital and are currently receiving medical care.

This from WSB.

Sports

From the Paulding CountySchool District:

Congratulations to several Paulding County football players for being selected to the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association All State!

East Paulding HS - Jonathin Castillo

Early voting begins for the 2024 presidential primaries