GDP Script/ Top Stories for Jan 3rd
Publish Date: Jan 2nd
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From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.
Today is Wednesday, January 3rd and Happy 77th Birthday to Led Zeppelin’s bassist John Paul Jones.
***01.03.24 – BIRTHDAY – JOHN PAUL JONES***
I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Kia Mall of Georgia.
Plus, my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on superfoods.
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STORY 1: Grayson Man Accused of Defrauding Liberty Mutual of more than $9.2 million
Jose Martinez of Grayson, Georgia, has been arrested on charges of insurance fraud for allegedly defrauding Liberty Mutual Insurance Company of over $9 million. Martinez submitted a self-audit form in 2016, containing false information about his company's profits and employee pay. The fraudulent activity aimed to conceal his company's true worker's compensation liabilities, resulting in significantly reduced insurance premiums. Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King emphasized that Martinez's actions defrauded Liberty Mutual of more than $9,250,000 in premiums that should have been paid for coverage liabilities. Martinez was taken into custody on December 5.
STORY 2: Pair charged with trafficking 17-year-old, 15-year-old victims
Denorris Hutchinson and Natasha Bridges have been indicted on charges of trafficking persons for sexual servitude in Fulton County, Georgia. The case originated from "Operation Not Forgotten," where a 17-year-old victim was recovered from a hotel in Fulton County. Both defendants are accused of trafficking the underage female. Subsequent investigations led to the identification of a second underage victim, a 15-year-old female, allegedly trafficked by Hutchinson. The Attorney General's Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit presented evidence to a Fulton County Grand Jury, resulting in the indictment of Hutchinson and Bridges. The charges include trafficking of persons for sexual servitude.
STORY 3: License to Chill Snow Island keeps the winter fun going through February
License to Chill Snow Island at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands is offering family-friendly winter activities until February. The attraction features snow tubing, ice skating, a snow play area, and amusement rides. Snowball Alley in the resort's wave pool allows kids to make snowmen or engage in snowball fights, while Frosty's Ice Rink provides an ice skating spot. Blizzard Mountain, one of North America's longest snow rides, offers tubing down a 575-foot lane. The carnival area includes a Ferris Wheel, bumper cars, carnival games, a children's roller coaster, and other rides. The Glacier Cafe and Lakeside Lights Spectacular add to the experience. The attraction is open daily through Jan. 3 and on weekends through Feb. 25. The Lakeside Lights Spectacular is open daily through Jan. 3 and on weekends through Jan. 15.
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STORY 4: UGA study: High school counselors lack training in addictive behaviors
A study by the University of Georgia reveals that most high school counselors lack formalized training in addressing addictive behaviors such as vaping and internet gaming. Despite being aware of the issues, counselors reported insufficient training, with only 24.4% feeling moderately competent addressing gaming-related issues and 37.1% for vaping-related issues. The study emphasizes the need for comprehensive training programs for school counselors, infused into the curriculum or presented as a mandatory standalone course, to equip them in recognizing and responding to addictive behaviors in students. The prevalence of vaping and gaming addiction underscores the importance of implementing preventative and early intervention measures in schools.
STORY 5: North Georgia Mission Lodge offers place to stay for nonprofit groups wanting to serve in Fannin County
Jeff Milway and a group from Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church in Duluth established the North Georgia Mission Lodge in Morganton, aiming to provide a space for volunteer groups to stay and connect with service opportunities in North Georgia. The lodge, housed in a log cabin, can accommodate 16 people and offers a home base for volunteer teams working with local nonprofits. The initiative seeks to facilitate partnerships with charitable organizations in the area, allowing visiting groups to contribute to specific projects and nonprofits to receive assistance from volunteers. The North Georgia Mission Lodge aims to create positive experiences for volunteers while building connections with local communities.
We’ll be back in a moment.
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STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH
And now here is my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on superfoods.
STORY 7: LEAH MCGRATH
***LEAH MCGRATH INERVIEW***
We’ll have final thoughts after this.
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