September 2019
Don't Forget 
Senator Rhett!
Georgia
District 33
 


Baseball Hall of Fame Member Hank Aaron, Congressman David Scott, & Senator Doc Rhett  enjoy an Atlanta Braves Baseball Game
 


Sterigenics failed to timely report toxic leak from Cobb facility per documents 
MDJ News

Another incident at the Sterigenics medical sterilization facility in Cobb County is under investigation as pressure from the public continues over its use of ethylene oxide and subsequent emissions of the carcinogen into the surrounding Smyrna air.0

Sterigenics issued a statement to the MDJ on Tuesday evening about a small leak of ethylene oxide at its Cobb facility July 31, which was detected by ethylene oxide sensors inside.

"Consistent with company procedures, employees properly vacated the area and the incident was immediately investigated," a company spokesperson said. "The source of the release was immediately identified and stopped."

Early fundraising for some Cobb senators, little activity for others
MDJ News
Campaign finance disclosure reports reveal a wide range of fundraising and spending by Cobb's six state senators.

State Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick, R-east Cobb, has the largest campaign chest. Kirkpatrick's campaign had a balance of $88,218, reporting $12,550 in contributions and $2,568 in expenditures.

Sen. Jen Jordan, D-Atlanta. Jordan has an even $65,000 in her campaign account, pulling in $74,425 in contributions and spending $16,910 during the first six months of the non-election year. Many of the contributors listed in her disclosure reports are attorneys and law firms.

State Sen. Michael "Doc" Rhett, D-Marietta, had a campaign balance of $37,147 after raising $12,906 during the period and spending $3,072.

 Donations with local connections included $2,800 from the Gov. Roy Barnes Law Group, $1,000 from Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service in Marietta, $300 Other donations included $500 from the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals, $400 from the Georgia Association of Realtors, $360 from the United Transportation Union and $300 from the Georgia Chiropractic Association.

State Sen. Lindsey Tippins, R-west Cobb, received just one itemized contribution - $500 from the Associated Builders and Contractors of Georgia PAC - during the reporting period, and after spending $252 in the time frame had a net balance of $77,776.

The campaign of state Sen. Bruce Thompson, R-White, reported no contributions during the period but tallied just over $6,200 in spending, leaving a $25,417 balance.

Reporting no contributions, no expenditures and a balance of zero was State Sen. Horacena Tate's campaign, of which Tate is listed as both the chair and treasurer.


Commemorating 400 years Of Black History In Hampton, Virginia







Essence Magazine

There was African drumming, gospel music, healing rituals, poetry, speeches-along with prayers and tears-as thousands gathered in Hampton, Virginia to commemorate 400 years since slavery began in English North America.

The 2019 Commemoration of the First African Landing was about remembering and honoring the ancestors while building a better nation for future generations. It was hosted by Virginia's 2019 Commemoration, American Evolution, in partnership with Fort Monroe Authority,  Fort Monroe National Monument, and the City of Hampton.

"We wanted to create a pilgrimage for African Americans and all Americans," said Terry Brown, the first African American superintendent at Fort Monroe, a unit of the National Park Service. "We wanted people to learn about the heritage, struggles and triumphs of the first Africans who were brought to the shores of Point Comfort."

Fort Monroe, which president Barack Obama designated a national monument in 2011, bustled this weekend with visitors hailing from around the country and world. In lawn chairs under white tents, children and adults waved American and flags from African nations. Artisans such as Loretta Craig of Virginia sold beautiful handmade quilts. The sounds of African drums, gospel, and classical music filled the air. Many people were dressed in colorful African attire.



What's Happening 
in
Georgia State Senate District 3 3


Welcome New Division 15 Lieutenant Governor  
Henry Lust

We are proud to announce our very own Greater South Cobb Charter Member and Past President Henry Lust is now Georgia's Division 15 Lieutenant Governor. Henry was officially passed the 'Home Club' banner by Lt. Gov Tim McDaniel at the 100th Annual Georgia Kiwanis District Convention in Augusta, GA


Most influential Latinos
The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has released its annual list of the 50 Most Influential Latinos in Georgia. Belisa Urbina, executive director for the organization and Jerry James, board member and president of the Atlanta Gladiators, sit among the honorees. Join us in celebration of Latino professionals and leaders in our community at SunTrust Park.
 
When: 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 4
Where: INFINITI Club at SunTrust Park


CobbLinc service changes and improvements 
coming in September

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, CobbLinc staff will implement several service changes on Sunday, Sept. 8, to best accommodate passengers. Changes will include:
 
*    New Rapid 10 route
*    New  S unday  service   (including local routes and paratransit)
*    Updated schedules
*    Streamlined route alignments
 
Phase one changes will also include the elimination of Routes 10A, 10B and 10C from service.
 
Information on commute alternatives for these routes, as well as detailed information on the changes outlined above, is available online at www.cobblinc.com under "Service Announcements."
 
These systemwide changes are the result of more than a year of study and data analysis and aim to provide a more reliable commute and enhanced riding experience for passengers.
 
The start date for phase two of the service changes is still pending and includes implementation of a Transportation Network Companies Partnership Zone as well as recommended changes to Routes 25 and 30.
 
Updated information on all services changes can be found at cobblinc.com

 








Ensure our community gets needed resources by participating in 2020 Census

It is very important that ALL residents in our community take part in the 2020 Census. The U.S. Census ensures that each community gets the right number of representatives in government. It also helps with the equitable distribution of public funds, such as federal and state funding for educational programs, healthcare, law enforcement and highways. The Census provides an important view on how our country is changing. To get the most accurate information, we need to make sure everyone in our community is counted where they reside and properly identifies demographic information. For more information on the 2020 Census, visit  2020census.gov.

We want you to participate in the 2020 Census and know how to identify Census officials in your neighborhoods. Watch a two-minute video describing the process and how to identify officials:  youtube.com/watch?v=tOSl4sc3Ts4.

There are also still plenty of job and volunteer opportunities available for the 2020 Census. For more information, visit 2020census.gov/jobs.





Remembering our student leader!


 


Please join us for lunch at O'Charleys, 4130 Austell Rd 
at 
12pm
Each Tuesday
Kiwanis Greater South Cobb | PO Box 232, Mableton GA 30126




South Cobb Rotary

MIC



Powder Springs Community Task-force
   



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Churches 
in 
our comm unity!

Worship With Wonders Church





  
Pastor Roger Ve st


 


  
Pastor Michael Lewis
Roswell Street Baptist Church



 

Seven Springs Church

 


"Please visit www.divineorderchurch.org for more details"








Senior Pastor Dr. Bright

Pastor Sammie Dow
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church



Zion Baptist Shurch
Pastor Beckham



 
Shaw Temple A.M. E. Zion Church
 Pastor Eldren D. Morrison



Wright Street Baptist Church
Baptist church in Marietta, Georgia
Address 395 Wright St SW, Marietta, GA 30064
Phone (770) 422-5851
Pastor Daniels


Liberty Hill Baptist Church
Pastor Amos Williams


Noonday Missionary Baptist Church
Pastor Abernathy



 
Pastor Mason


 
Cole Street Baptist Church
Cole Street Missionary Baptist
Baptist church in Marietta, Georgia
Address 159 Cole St NE, Marietta, GA 30060
Phone (404) 931-0373
Pastor Purvis

Website



416 Cole Street; Marietta, Georgia 30060.
Phone, (770) 427-6467 
PastorRev. Ricky Hammond



New Friendship Baptist Church
Pastor Zollicoffer


Pastor Steed 
New Hope Missionary Baptist Church


Gathering of Championship Baptist Church
Pastor Hodges


Pastor Todd


Linked UP Church
Pastors Joel and Patricia Gregory
Website

Marietta Chapel AME
Pastor Harkness

Pastor Keith Young 
Bishop Keith Young, SR
Visions for Souls Church


Pastor Purvis
Destiny Church Austell Georgia

Pilgrim Baptist Church
Pilgrim Baptist Church
Pastor Lenton Mitchell


Pastor Slade
Mt Sinai Baptist Church


Greater Community Church of God in Christ!
Pastor Brown

pastor woods
Union Chapel 
Pastor Woods

IN HIS IMAGE MINISTRY





Word of Faith Church
Bishop Bronner


Pastor Larry J. Lockett, Jr.

Word of Faith AME Church






Bethesda Baptist Church Austell, GA
Pastor Frank V. Johnson


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SCLC
Cobb SCLC

Cobb Democrats
Cobb County Democrats






 
Cobb County Progressive Party








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Master Sergeant Doc Rhett
United States Air Force Reserves
Retired


Senator Doc Rhett 
Officer
American Legion Post 296 
Marietta, GA


Senator Doc Rhett
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Turner Chapel AME Church
Marietta. GA
Cobb/Paulding Adult Education Center
Senator Doc Rhett
Facilitator
Marietta, GA