GDP Script/ Top Stories for Jan 26th
Publish Date: Jan 25th
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From the Drake Realty Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.
Today is Friday, January 26th, and Happy heavenly Birthday to guitarist Eddie van Halen.
***01.26.24 – BIRTHDAY – EDDIE VAN HALEN***
I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Credit Union of Georgia.
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Break 1: GCPS
STORY 1: Get Ready for a Unique Rodeo-Style Event This Weekend In Gwinnett
Gas South Arena in Duluth is set to host the Bulls, Bands and Barrels event, a unique blend of bull riding, barrel racing, and live country music. The event, marketed as "This ain't your Grandpappy's Rodeo," kicks off its 13-city tour, featuring country music artists Warren Zeiders, Sam Barber, and Alexandra Kay. Bulls, Bands and Barrels offers a fast-paced experience, showcasing top talent in western sports competition alongside live musical performances. The event includes bull riding, barrel racing, and freestyle bullfighting, creating an entertaining and diverse show. Past editions featured artists like Luke Combs, Colt Ford, and Morgan Wallen. For ticket information, visit www.BullsBandsandBarrels.com or www.Ticketmaster.com.
STORY 2: Gwinnett Schools and Georgia State Partner to Lessen Teacher Shortage
Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is collaborating with Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development to address the teacher shortage in Georgia through the Pathways to Teacher Credentialing Project. This initiative offers provisionally licensed teachers and paraprofessionals with bachelor's degrees in GCPS the opportunity to earn a master of arts in teaching degree, preparing them to become certified teachers. Additionally, licensed and certified classroom teachers can earn a master of education degree to enhance their skills. Participants committing to teaching in GCPS after graduation contribute to a more stable workforce. The program aims to support teacher growth, retention, and address the national teacher shortage. Funding is provided by Georgia State, GCPS, federal- and state-level TEACH Grants, and The Goizueta Foundation.
STORY 3: Diamond In The Rough Youth Development Nonprofit Celebrating 20th Anniversary
Snellville-based Diamond in the Rough, a faith-based youth development and leadership program, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Founded by Nicole Steele, the organization has impacted nearly 10,000 young women and families through direct services and over 20,000 globally through technology and virtual programming. Diamond in the Rough is known for its youth mentorship programming and will continue with monthly workshops for parents, the Care Club, and the Care Project focusing on mental health wellness. The organization will commemorate its 20th anniversary with events, including the Diamond Ball & Scholarship Benefit on April 20, highlighting the impact made over two decades.
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STORY 4: Warren Zeiders Is The Musical Headliner For Saturday's Bulls, Bands and Barrels show at Gas South Arena
Country music singer-songwriter Warren Zeiders, headlining the Bulls, Bands, and Barrels event in Duluth, is excited to kick off a busy year with a sold-out spring tour, summer festivals, and plans for an active fall. Zeiders, known for his hit "Ride the Lightning," is set to release a new single, "Heartbreaker," on February 2. He aims to evolve while staying true to his roots, drawing inspiration from various genres. Zeiders is gearing up for the release of his second major-label album later this year and looks forward to engaging with fans through his music.
STORY 5: Drug kingpin pleads guilty to charges of trafficking cocaine
Albert Ross, the leader of a drug trafficking organization, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to possessing and distributing cocaine and marijuana. Ross, also known as "Big," was responsible for importing around 2,000 kilograms of cocaine from Mexico into the U.S., with a significant distribution in the Middle District of Georgia. The FBI, DEA, and other law enforcement agencies conducted a long-term investigation, utilizing wiretaps, surveillance, and informants. Ross faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years to life in prison, followed by supervised release and a potential $10 million fine per count.
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STORY 6: Study finds ancient virus DNA crucial for human development
A study by the Spanish National Cancer Research Center (CNIO) reveals that a virus that infected the first animals hundreds of millions of years ago is now essential in human embryo development. Around 8-10% of the human genome comes from these "endogenous retroviruses," which were previously considered "junk DNA." The research identifies the MERVL endogenous retrovirus as playing a crucial role in the transition to pluripotency during early embryo development. The MERVL-gag protein from this virus was found to modulate the action of the URI gene, providing a new understanding of the symbiotic co-evolution of endogenous retroviruses with host cells.
STORY 7: Norcross Charter School To Host Open House
BIA Charter School in Norcross, a tuition-free K-8 state charter school, will host an open house on February 4 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The school focuses on maximizing students' individual talents for success in the 21st century, emphasizing personalized and project-based learning, along with computer coding. The event allows prospective students and their families to interact with faculty, staff, and students, take tours of the school facility, and sign up for the lottery-based admission process. The lottery results will be announced on March 7. RSVPs can be sent to biaopenhouse2024@biaschool.com. More information is available at www.biaschool.org.
We’ll have final thoughts after this.
Break 4: ESOG
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