GDP Script/ Top Stories for Tuesday Aug. 8
Publish Date: Monday Aug. 7
From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast
Today is Tuesday August 8th , and happy 34th birthday to slugger Anthony Rizzo
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I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Peggy Slappey Properties
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Break 1 : Slappey
Story 1. fired
Gwinnett County police officer Patrick Ventura has been arrested and will be fired following accusations of child molestation. The charges against him include two counts of child molestation, one count of sexual battery against a child under 16, and one count of violation of oath of office. Ventura, who joined the police department in October 2020 and graduated from the Police Academy in spring 2021, had been serving at the North Precinct. The investigation began when one of his supervisors noticed inconsistencies in his patrol activities, and the Special Victims Unit got involved due to the age of the girl involved, who is under 16. Ventura is held without bond in the Gwinnett County Jail.……………. read more on this at gwinnettdailypost.com
STORY 2: arrest
Two men, Lamonte Dianell Smith and Christian Lebron Williams, have been arrested for allegedly entering schools in Jackson and Barrow counties in Georgia and triggering a lockdown at Winder-Barrow High School. The third person involved, Jaywan T. Edwards, remains at large. The arrests were made after information on social media showed one of the suspects with a firearm. Williams and Smith face charges in both Barrow and Jackson counties, including disruption of public schools and loitering on school property. The trio entered Winder-Barrow High School, leading to a lockdown of the school and nearby Russell Middle School and Winder Elementary School. The reason for their presence at the school is still unknown.
Story 3: murder
Two Norcross teenagers, ages 15 and 16, have been arrested and will be tried as adults for the murder of 18-year-old Andres David Buitrago Castillo. Salvador Ruiz-Gonzalez, 16, and Andy Antonio-Herrera, 15, were charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies, and in Ruiz-Gonzalez's case, armed robbery. The incident occurred on July 23 in the parking lot at The Elliott Apartments complex in unincorporated Norcross. Both teens are currently held at a Regional Youth Detention Center.
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Break 2: M.O.G.- Tom Wages - Obits
Story 4: voice
The show "Everything Old is New Again" at the Lawrenceville Arts Center features re-imagined show-tunes presented by Jason Wynn, director of Voices of Note. The performance includes songs from various Broadway hits, creatively reinterpreted with unexpected twists. The revue incorporates diverse styles, appealing to different generations and theatre enthusiasts. Wynn drew inspiration from a Sondheim-centric show he directed previously, aiming to deliver unexpected and distinctive performances. The show promises to be unlike any traditional Broadway revue, with unique arrangements and a wide variety of songs. The Lawrenceville Arts Center provides an ideal venue for the production, and the show is not recommended for children due to its content.
Story 5: cyber
Gwinnett Technical College's Cybersecurity program is accredited by the Department of Homeland Defense and the National Security Agency, making it one of the sought-after institutions for cybersecurity training. The program boasts a placement rate of 95%, with students in high demand by security companies. It offers both online and in-person courses, attracting around 800 students during the fall and spring semesters. The program's new facility with two cybersecurity labs allows for in-house competitions to enhance students' skills and knowledge. Future goals include retaining accreditation and increasing community outreach to promote online safety and security.
Story 6: art
Gwinnett County art galleries are offering a diverse range of visual beauty for residents to enjoy during the current heat wave. At Tannery Row in Buford, an exhibition titled "Of Matter and Energy" combines art and physics, showcasing the work of nine artists. In Suwanee, the Annual Member's Show will feature approximately 100 pieces of art from various artists, including emerging talents from grade and high schools. The Suwanee Art Center's Executive Director is impressed with the international diversity of the artistic community in the Atlanta metro area. In Norcross, the "Summer Brights" exhibit will display colorful paintings depicting the summer season by five selected artists.
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Break 3: ESOG – Ingles 3 - Lawrenceville
Story 7: Buford Commits
Buford Football players K.J. Bolden and Dale Greene have made their commitments. Bolden, a top recruit, committed to the Florida State University football program. He is a five-star recruit, ranked as the No. 1 safety nationally and the No. 2 prospect in Georgia. Greene, a senior, committed to the Western Carolina University football program. He is a 6-foot-4, 285-pound offensive lineman with a 4.0 GPA, and he also competes in track and field and wrestling for Buford. Both are part of a Buford roster that enters the 2023 season atop the state 7A rankings and the Wolves are ranked 10th nationally in the MaxPreps poll to start the season.
Story 8: Green
The Duluth Wildcats softball community celebrated the opening of their season and the re-retirement of Michelle Green's No. 8 jersey. Green, a Wildcat legend, led the team to a state title in 1999 before becoming a star pitcher at the University of Georgia. Her jersey was initially retired but was re-retired when a rising ninth-grader wanted to wear No. 8. Duluth's current head coach, Megan Robison, and former coach, Dawn Marsh, honored Green by re-retiring her jersey. The team also unveiled enhancements to their softball stadium, showing their commitment to their past and future success.
Story 9: Schaub
The Atlanta Falcons have hired former quarterback Matt Schaub as a "football analyst." Schaub, who spent most of his career with the Falcons, will be involved with the team during training camp and the preseason. He will bring his 17 years of playing experience to mentor second-year quarterback Desmond Ridder. Schaub's role could eventually evolve into a coaching position under offensive coordinator Dave Ragone. This reunion is seen as a positive move for both Schaub and the Falcons, as he can stay connected to the sport and possibly kickstart a coaching career, while the team gains valuable insights from a recent player.
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Break 4: Henssler 60
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