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History comes alive at Georgia Gwinnett College with ancient tools demonstration

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GDP Script/ Top Stories for Oct 29th

Publish Date: Oct 27th

Hennsler: 15

From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Sunday, October 29th and happy 75th  birthday to Richard Dreyfus

I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Peggy Slappey Properties.

  1. History comes alive at Georgia Gwinnett College with ancient tools demonstration
  2. Editorial: Sidney Powell should turn in her Texas bar card
  3. Renova Technology Adding 30 Jobs After $600,000 Expansion In Norcross

 

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Break 1: Peggy Slappey

STORY 1: History comes alive at Georgia Gwinnett College with ancient tools demonstration

The Arctos Anthropology Club at Georgia Gwinnett College had a demonstration by primitive-living expert Andrew Minnick, who showcased tool-making technologies from the Stone Ages and the pre-contact period in the Americas. Students had the opportunity to learn about ancient tools and try their hand at making them. They explored tools like the Atlatl for hunting and engaged in "flint knapping" to shape stones into tools and decorative pieces. The experience emphasized the sophistication of early human problem-solving and highlighted the importance of preserving knowledge about ancient technologies and their impact on human evolution, history, and culture.

 

STORY 2: Editorial: Sidney Powell should turn in her Texas bar card

Sidney Powell, the former lawyer for Donald Trump, pleaded guilty to six reduced criminal charges in Georgia stemming from her efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. However, in Dallas, she continues to fight a disciplinary lawsuit filed by the State Bar of Texas, which accuses her of violating ethics rules by filing frivolous voter fraud lawsuits in multiple states. In a recent filing, Powell claims the bar lacks evidence to support its case. The editorial calls for her to surrender her Texas bar card and be consistent in her actions, arguing that Powell's conspiracy theories have been discredited, and her legal fight is a waste of taxpayer money.

 

STORY 3: Renova Technology Adding 30 Jobs After $600,000 Expansion In Norcross

Renova Technology Inc., an after-market repair services company, celebrated the grand opening of its expanded facility in Norcross, Gwinnett County. Renova, which has been in the county for 22 years, invested $600,000 in the expansion, with plans to create 30 new jobs in customer service, marketing, sales, and repair work. The company's growth was supported by organizations like Partnership Gwinnett, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Metro Atlanta Chamber, Georgia Power, Gwinnett County Government, and the Gateway85 Community Improvement District. Local officials and leaders welcomed Renova's expansion, highlighting the company's contribution to the local economy.

 

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Break 2: MOG – TOM WAGES OBITS

STORY 4: American dams are being demolished. And nature is pushing that along

Dams in the American West are being removed to address their declining power output, environmental damage, and the maintenance challenges they pose. The removal of dams in places like the Klamath River near the California-Oregon border is part of a trend that has seen more than 1,600 dams removed in the U.S. since 1912. Dams have outlived their usefulness, and their removal is seen as a step toward rewilding America. The Klamath River's dams were initially built for power generation, but they generated less than 2% of the power supplied by their utility in recent years. The Klamath restoration also involves partnerships with Native American communities to assert ancestral rights and promote river health.

 

STORY 5: Simple diet changes can improve health and reduce carbon emissions: study

A new study suggests that making simple diet swaps, such as switching from beef to chicken or using plant-based milk instead of cow's milk, can reduce the average carbon footprint of food by 35% and improve the nutritional quality of diets. The research, based on the analysis of diet data from over 7,700 Americans, encourages climate-friendly eating habits to cut carbon emissions from food production, which accounts for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions. The study recommends easily achievable dietary substitutions to promote both environmental sustainability and personal health, emphasizing the potential of small changes to have a significant impact on both fronts.

 

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Break 3: ESOG – INGLES 10

 

STORY 6: It takes the average parent this long to get their kids to fall asleep

A study of 1,000 parents with kids aged 0-8 has found that it takes an average of an hour to get each child to sleep every night. Nearly 80% of parents have to read up to three bedtime stories before their children settle down. More than 60% of parents struggle to get their kids to sleep, with many resorting to stalling tactics like asking questions (31%), needing to find a special toy (23%), feeling too hot or cold (29%), claiming to be scared of the dark (25%), or hearing strange noises (17%). Some even claim there's a monster under the bed (19%). The research was commissioned by the children's TV show Hey Duggee to mark the launch of its new Sleepy Time bedtime toy.

 

STORY 7: 'Lawrenceville Blooms' mural completed

The city of Lawrenceville, Georgia, has unveiled its completed community mural, named "Lawrenceville Blooms." This mural project was a collaborative effort between the Lawrenceville Arts Commission and local artist Teresa Abboud. The mural is located at the intersection of Jackson Street and Buford Drive and covers 1,867 square feet. The project began with an open call for designs and was approved by the City Council in April 2023. The artwork is seen as a symbol of unity and diversity in the community and showcases the flourishing arts scene in Lawrenceville. It was created with community involvement, and the artist put in over 300 hours to bring it to life. The mural aims to inspire and connect the community through art.

 

We’ll have final thoughts after this.

Break 4: Henssler 60

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