GDP Script/ Top Stories for Wednesday July 26
Publish Date: Tuesday July 25
From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast
Today is Wednesday July 26th , and happy 79th birthday to the one and only Mick Jagger
****Jagger****
I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Plus Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets will be here to talk about sugar free items
All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.
Break 1 : M.O.G.
Story 1. teen
Gwinnett County police have identified 18-year-old Andres David Buitrago Castillo as the victim of a shooting at an apartment complex in Norcross. The shooting occurred on Sunday night at the Elliot Norcross apartment complex. Police have not yet identified any suspects and have not released information on a possible motive. The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are actively pursuing leads. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous. A cash reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest and indictment..........get more on this story at gwinnettdailypost.com
STORY 2: bass pro
Gwinnett County police have identified McKinley Singletary, 43, as the man accused of stealing merchandise from Bass Pro Shops at Sugarloaf Mills on July 2. He has been charged with two counts of theft by shoplifting. During the incident, Singletary allegedly pushed the store manager out of his way to escape with $2,636 worth of stolen items. Police are still searching for the other suspect involved in the theft. Anyone with information on Singletary's whereabouts or the identity of the second suspect is urged to contact detectives or Atlanta Crime Stoppers. A cash reward is being offered for information leading to their arrest and indictment.
Story 3: transit
Gwinnett County has received a $20 million federal grant for its transit center redevelopment project, part of the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program. The transit center will be expanded next to Gwinnett Place Mall, which is also being redeveloped as a mixed-use district. The grant will cover most of the $25 million project, with the county providing a $5 million local match. The new two-story transit center will offer improved amenities, including restrooms and customer service areas. Construction is expected to begin in 2025, with an opening date in 2027. The project aims to enhance transportation options and support the mall's redevelopment plans.. … read more on this at gwinnettdailypost.com
We’ll be right back
Break 2: Slappey - Tom Wages - Obits
Story 4: principals
The Gwinnett County Board of Education has approved new appointments for principals at two elementary schools. Melissa McClelland will be the new principal at Rock Springs Elementary School, and Leslie Hill will be the new principal at Trip Elementary School. Additionally, the board approved four other leadership appointments for central office positions. Melissa McClelland has 23 years of experience in education and has been an assistant principal at Woodward Mill Elementary School. Leslie Hill has 24 years of experience and previously served as an assistant principal at Mason Elementary School. The new principals will begin their roles for the 2023-2024 school year.
Story 5: back to school
Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor is hosting the third annual Back-to-School Bash at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds on Saturday. Families are invited to attend from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to receive free school supplies for the upcoming school year. The event, held in partnership with Live Healthy Gwinnett, will also offer free health screenings, giveaways for students and teachers, fun activities, and vendor booths. Teachers can receive supplies by showing their identification or proof of employment. Due to the large crowds in previous years, parents are advised to arrive early for the event.
Story 6: avca
North Gwinnett, Providence Christian, and Wesleyan were awarded the American Volleyball Coaches Association's Team Academic Award for the 2022-23 school year. The award honors their academic excellence, requiring a team GPA of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Providence Christian's victory marks its seventh consecutive season receiving the AVCA Academic Award.
We’ll be back in a moment
Break 3: ESOG – Ingles 6- G.O.N.
Story 7: leah
And now, Leah McGrath, corporate dietician at Ingles Markets talks with us about sugar free items
***Leah***
We’ll have final thoughts after this
Break 4: Fern - Lawrenceville - Henssler 60
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