GDP Script/ Top Stories for Nov 28th
Publish Date: Nov 27th
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From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.
Today is Wednesday, November 28th and Happy 64th Birthday to MLB pitcher Dave Righetti.
***RIGHETTI NO HITTER***
I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Kia Mall of Georgia.
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STORY 1: Gwinnett Jail Dogs Supporters Launch Petition To Save Program
The Gwinnett Sheriff's Office has suspended its Jail Dogs program due to the expansion of its mental health unit in the county jail, sparking public outcry. The Jail Dogs program, active for 13 years, pairs inmates with dogs for therapeutic rehabilitation. The program, ending on December 15, has drawn support from the community, leading to the launch of a petition on Change.org titled "Save the Gwinnett Jail Dog Program." The petition, with a goal of 1,000 signatures, emphasizes the program's value in teaching inmates valuable skills, fostering life-changing lessons, and helping overcrowded shelters. The Gwinnett Sheriff's Office has not ruled out the possibility of the program's return in the future.
STORY 2: Health and Wellness Resource Fair to be held in Snellville
The Georgia Advocacy Office is hosting a Health and Wellness Resource Fair for people with disabilities and older adults at the Gwinnett County Public Library Centerville Branch in Snellville on November 29. The free event, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will provide health screenings, community benefits navigation, seasonal vaccines, and resources for essential services. Bernard Moore, Community Outreach and Civic Engagement Disability Advocate for the Georgia Advocacy Office, emphasized the importance of connecting communities with life-enriching services. The federally-mandated Georgia Advocacy Office will continue hosting resource events throughout Georgia until April, supported by the Administration for Community Living through USAging.
STORY 3: Three Students Overdoses At Berkmar High School Prompt Increased Drug Prevention Efforts in Gwinnett Schools
Gwinnett County Public Schools is grappling with students experiencing fentanyl-related overdoses at Berkmar High School, with three incidents reported this semester. None resulted in fatalities as Narcan was administered in each case. This issue is a manifestation of the nationwide opioid crisis, with teens unknowingly consuming substances containing fentanyl. The district is working with health professionals, community partners, and the criminal justice system to address the problem. Efforts include Narcan training for staff, substance abuse awareness presentations, and community engagement to raise awareness and prevent drug-related issues in schools. Vaping, particularly THC-laced products, is also a concern.
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STORY 4: Chick-fil-A Wants To Build A Restaurant Next To Church In Centerville
Chick-fil-A is seeking approval from Gwinnett County officials to build a new restaurant at the intersection of State Route 124 and Zoar Church Road in southern Gwinnett County. The company has submitted a commercial rezoning application for a 5,400-square-foot restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, a two-lane drive-thru, and 71 parking spaces. The proposed location is adjacent to Redeemer Church, and if approved, the church plans to subdivide its property. The Chick-fil-A will be positioned near existing establishments, including Wendy's, Waffle House, Aldi, Walmart Supercenter, and more. The rezoning requires approval from Gwinnett County's Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners.
STORY 5: New Year’s resolutions? Most Americans believe that concept is outdated
A survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that 55% believe the concept of New Year's resolutions is outdated. Millennials are the most disillusioned, with 66% expressing disinterest. Over half of respondents give up on resolutions by March, and only 5% stick to them for a full year. Reasons for abandonment include feeling too pressured (40%), perceiving no lasting change (34%), and viewing resolutions as a chore (34%). Despite finding resolutions unrealistic, 52% of respondents are interested in setting goals for 2024, with Gen Z (67%) and millennials (71%) showing the most interest. Common resolutions relate to general health (54%) and food (51%).
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STORY 6: Eight Electric Vehicle-Related Companies Moving Into Satellite Place In Duluth
Hyundai Glovis, part of Hyundai's logistics arm, is among eight electric vehicle (EV) industry companies moving to the Satellite Place office complex near Gwinnett Place Mall in Duluth. This expansion aligns with Hyundai's work on a new EV plant near Savannah in 2025. Banyan Street Capital, which leased the office spaces, sees it as a positive impact on Georgia's growing EV industry. Other EV-related companies leasing space at Satellite Place include Sungeel Recycling Park Georgia, Kum Young Eng America, FNS, 3Plus Logistics, Happynarae America, Wonbang Tech USA, and SK i.e. Technology.
STORY 7: U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock tours proposed national park site at Ocmulgee Mounds
U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock has announced plans to introduce legislation in Congress for the creation of Georgia's first national park, following a tour of the Ocmulgee Mounds in Macon, a prehistoric Native American site. The Ocmulgee Mounds, established as a national historical park in the 1930s, holds significant cultural and historical value. The National Park Service recently sent a study to Congress supporting the protection of the Muscogee Creek Nation's historic homeland in Middle Georgia. Warnock, along with other lawmakers, is collaborating on legislation to designate the Ocmulgee Mounds as a national park.
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