Cherokee County Woman Convicted of Husband's Murder

Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast

CTL Script/ Top Stories of November 5th

Publish Date: November 5th

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1. Cherokee County Woman Convicted of Husband's Murder

2. Cherokee County Seeking Input on Safe Streets for All Action Plan

3. Man to Serve 10 Years for Stealing Over $1M From Elderly Mother

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on seed oils.

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STORY 1: Cherokee County Woman Convicted of Husband's Murder

A Cherokee County jury convicted Melody Farris, 64, of the 2018 murder of her husband, Gary Farris. She was found guilty of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, and other charges. Gary's remains were discovered on a burn pile on their property, with evidence including a bullet in his rib and blood in the home. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed his DNA on a spent bullet. Prosecutors argued Melody killed Gary for financial gain, as she was the beneficiary of his estate and life insurance. The defense claimed insufficient evidence and suggested their son might be involved. Sentencing is set for December, with a minimum life sentence expected.

STORY 2: Cherokee County Seeking Input on Safe Streets for All Action Plan

Cherokee County is conducting a final round of public engagement for the Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan, aimed at reducing traffic fatalities. The plan, funded by a U.S. Department of Transportation grant, addresses factors contributing to traffic crashes. From 2018 to 2022, the county saw 87 fatalities and 436 serious injuries. Citizens can provide feedback through a virtual meeting on Nov. 6 and in-person sessions at local libraries from Nov. 8. The plan is being developed by Pond and Company, with public input helping shape future roadway safety improvements.

STORY 3: Man to Serve 10 Years for Stealing Over $1M From Elderly Mother

Thomas Glenn North III, 64, pleaded guilty to stealing $1.35 million from his elderly mother in Woodstock, resulting in a 40-year sentence, with 10 years in prison and the rest on probation. North, who was his mother's power of attorney, neglected her care and exploited her finances, leading to her eviction from an assisted living facility. Over three years, he depleted her bank account and trust fund. The court ordered him to repay the stolen amount at $50,000 annually and prohibited contact with the victim or her family. The case highlights the issue of elder abuse within families.

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STORY 4: Former Woodstock PD Crime Analyst Charged with Computer Trespass

Brittany Duncan Page, a former crime analyst for the Woodstock Police Department, has been arrested and charged with computer trespass and violating the Georgia Computer Systems Protection Act. After her resignation on April 16, it was discovered that department records linked to her role had been deleted. Page, who also served as the department's public information officer, worked there for 17 years. She was arrested and later released on a $4,875 bond. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is conducting an ongoing investigation, with findings to be submitted to the Cherokee County District Attorney's Office.

STORY 5: Cherokee County Shines at Sectionals

At the Class AAAAAA state sectionals at Allatoona Creek Park, the Etowah boys and girls teams, along with the Cherokee girls, qualified for the state meet with top-12 finishes. This year, state meet qualifiers are determined by sectional competitions. Etowah's boys placed sixth, while Cherokee's boys narrowly missed qualifying, finishing 13th. In the girls' race, Etowah and Cherokee secured 11th and 12th places, respectively. Etowah's Bo Colpaert was the top local finisher in the boys' race, and Cherokee's Callie Cornelius led the local girls. In Class AAAAA, Creekview's teams, along with Woodstock boys and River Ridge girls, also qualified for the state meet. Creekview's Malachi Burnett won the boys' race.

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on seed oil.

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