🌱 Dallas Fugitive Arrested In Rome + Hiram City Wants Contractors

Hey there, it's your host Linda Marlow bringing you the latest scoop on all the important happenings in town. Get ready to stay in the loop with the hottest news and updates in your area, all in one place. In today's issue, we'll cover these stories and more:

• Dallas fugitive arrested in Rome on forgery and fraud charges
• Dallas woman surrenders Wisconsin insurance license over misrepresentation allegation
• Controversial bill passes in Georgia, allowing oversight of district attorneys

But first, today's weather: Good morning! Today's weather will start with partly cloudy skies during the morning hours but will become overcast in the afternoon with a high of 66F. Expect winds to come from the East at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight will be cloudy with a low of 51F and light and variable winds.

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Here are the top stories today in Dallas-Hiram:

1. A man from Dallas, who is also a fugitive from Alabama, has been arrested in Rome on multiple charges, including forgery and fraud. According to reports, Noah Maxin Price is alleged to have cashed three forged checks at First National Bank in November of last year, although the value of the checks was not disclosed by police. In addition to being charged with three counts of third-degree forgery, Price also faces charges of felony identity fraud, printing checks with fictitious information, and being a fugitive from justice. (Coosa Valley News)
2. A woman from Dallas is among the licensed individuals listed in the February administrative actions released by the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance. Alexandria Bowman consented to surrender her Wisconsin insurance license following allegations of misrepresentation and making unsuitable insurance product recommendations.
   The list details actions taken against licensed individuals or companies who violated Wisconsin insurance statutes or regulations, with any forfeitures paid deposited in the Common School Fund. The earnings from the fund are used by school libraries in the state to purchase materials such as books, newspapers, and computers, benefiting public K-12 schools across Wisconsin. (InsuranceNewsNet)
3. Georgia's GOP-controlled House passed a controversial bill, Dallas Republican Rep. Joseph Gullett’s House Bill 231, which would establish oversight boards with the power to remove district attorneys deemed to neglect certain prosecutions. The legislation would require the Georgia Supreme Court to appoint investigation and hearing panels that will determine disciplinary consequences for prosecutors who decline to prosecute low-level offenses. The Senate advanced a similar bill last week, with Republican lawmakers supporting the measures opposed by prosecuting and district attorney associations. Democrats have questioned the necessity of the oversight committee and pointed out that district attorneys can already face disciplinary measures if they have breached their duties. (Now Habersham)
4. Attention all contractors! If you're a Georgia State-Licensed contractor and want to do business with the City of Hiram, they want to hear from you. From general contractors to electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractors, they are interested in working with skilled professionals who are eager to take on projects big and small. Simply complete their Vendor Application and submit it to be considered for upcoming City projects. (City of Hiram)

Today in Dallas-Hiram:

• Babytime — New Georgia Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Free Adult Computer Class — Dallas Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Mahjong — Paulding Senior Center (2:00 PM)
• Wine Down Wednesday — Vintage Wine Bar (5:00-10:00 PM)
• Blair Out Loud — 278 South (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Real Estate News via Patch: Looking for your dream home in the Dallas-Hiram area? Look no further than Patch, your go-to source for the latest real estate listings and upcoming open houses. Check out our comprehensive list of properties in the area and click on any address to see more details. Don't miss out on the chance to find your perfect home — start browsing today. (Real Estate News via Patch)
• Paulding County School District: Follow this link, turn up the volume and listen to the amazing PCSD Elementary Honor Chorus. (Paulding County School District via Facebook)
• New Georgia Public Library: It's time to pick up this month's My Little Library bag. This is the first bag in the new STEAM series, so there are lots of goodies that come with it. (New Georgia Public Library via Facebook)
• Hiram High School: Seniors, cap and gown pick up will take place on March 14. Students will be called in alphabetical order to the Fine Arts Center, and those in WBL, Min. Day or Dual Enrollment can pick up during lunch in the café. Virtual seniors can pick up their cap and gown on the morning of March 14 at 8:45 a.m. in the Fine Arts Center. Parents do not need to pick up the cap and gown as they will be given to the seniors directly. (Hiram High School via Facebook)
• City of Hiram: The City of Hiram received prize donations from local businesses Johnny's New York Style Pizza, Home Bound Apparel, and Huey Luey's Mexican Kitchen & Margarita Bar for the upcoming Easter Scavenger Hunt on April 3. The first five eggs will be hidden around Homer Leggett Memorial Park, and participants are encouraged to bring the whole family to increase their chances of finding one of the exclusive prize eggs. If you want to make a prize donation, please contact Jennifer Prater. (City of Hiram via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Linda Marlow

About me: Linda Marlow is an experienced writer and communications professional with a diverse background in industries such as healthcare, education, publishing, and performing arts. She is a Dallas resident who is passionate about sharing the latest news and events happening in Paulding County through her writing. Linda is currently serving as a contributing writer for the Dallas-Hiram Patch newsletter, where she continues to use her storytelling skills to inform and engage the local community.

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