GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sunday July 23
Publish Date: Friday July 20
From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast
Today is Sunday July 23rd , and happy 61st birthday to actor Woody Harrelson
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I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep
1. Mountain View High School's football field will be named for former Principal Keith Chaney
2. Suwanee unveils design for new community-build playground
3. And Snellville accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy
All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.
Break 1 : M.O.G.
Story 1. field
The Gwinnett County Board of Education approved renaming Mountain View High School's football field to Chaney Field in honor of former Principal Keith Chaney. The request was made by the school's local council to recognize Chaney's significant positive impact on academics, fine arts, and athletics during his 13 years of leadership. A dedication ceremony is planned during Mountain View's first home football game in August. Chaney, who retired last summer after 28 years in Gwinnett County Public Schools, expressed humility and gratitude for the honor, emphasizing the strong sense of community fostered during his tenure as principal........…..read more on this at gwinnettdailypost.com
STORY 2: Suwanee
The city of Suwanee revealed the design for PlayTown Suwanee 2.0, a new community-built playground set to open in October. The updated playground will adhere to modern inclusivity standards while maintaining the essence of the original design. It will be constructed with environmentally-friendly, durable materials for longevity and minimal upkeep. New York-based Leathers & Associates, the original designer, is partnering with the city again. The PlayTown Committee will recruit 1,500 volunteers for the community build scheduled for Oct. 9-15, welcoming people of all abilities and interests. The build experience provides hands-on opportunities for citizens to contribute to their community and express shared pride.
Story 3: academy
The Snellville Police Department is offering a nine-week Citizens Police Academy class from Sept. 7 to Nov. 2 to foster a stronger bond between officers and the community. The program is open to Snellville-area residents aged 18 and older and covers topics such as domestic violence, traffic stops, building searches, and firearms safety. It includes a ride-along opportunity with a police officer. The academy is free, and applicants do not need to live within city limits. Applications, available at the Snellville Police Department, must be submitted by Aug. 28 and will undergo a background investigation before acceptance. For more information, contact Sgt. Smith at 770-985-3545 or ssmith@snellville.org.
We’ll be right back
Break 2: Slappey - Tom Wages - Obits
Story 4: twins
Twin sisters from Lilburn, Mary Frankiewicz and Martha Ruppert, achieved first place in the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution's annual arts competition for their embroidery. The competition, organized by the American Heritage Committee, aims to highlight American heritage through various arts categories. This year's theme was "Educating the Next Generation on Our Historic American Trails." The sisters, who are members of the Philadelphia Winn DAR chapter, received first place in the Fiber Arts/Embroidery category and were also awarded the prestigious Evelyn Cole Peters Award, considered a "Best of Show" recognition by the American Heritage Committee.
Story 5: grant
Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) is one of 34 U.S. colleges and universities awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of State's IDEAS Program to expand study abroad programs worldwide. GGC's winning proposal, created by Dr. Neville Forlemu and Dr. Boyko Gyurov, aims to expand learning abroad to other continents and involve more minority students, especially African American males, who typically don't participate in study abroad programs. With the $35,000 grant, GGC plans to extend its study abroad opportunities to Cameroon in Central Africa, fostering strong academic and logistical connections to make the program sustainable and accessible to a broader student population. The IDEAS Program aims to diversify and increase U.S. students' study abroad experiences worldwide.
Story 6: lincoln
Lincoln Property Company Southeast is now managing the retail area of Suwanee Town Center, including four buildings with a total of 58,634-square-feet of space. Major tenants in the area include Tequila Mama Taqueria, Mellow Mushroom, and Planet Smoothie. The company is also taking over management of retail areas in two other properties: the Shoppes at 319 West Ponce in Decatur and Glenwood Place in Grant Park. Lincoln's Senior Vice President, Shane Froman, expressed excitement about expanding their retail footprint across Metro Atlanta and providing world-class property management services to enhance customer and tenant experiences.
We’ll be back in a moment
Break 3: ESOG – Ingles 3- G.O.N.
Story 7: cook
Jared Cook, a former NFL player with a 13-year career, credits Gwinnett County's competitive high school football for preparing him for success in college and the pros. He excelled in both basketball and football at North Gwinnett High School before choosing football as his profession. Cook played for several NFL teams and made significant contributions during his career, including a memorable catch with the Green Bay Packers in a playoff game. He acknowledges the competitive environment in Gwinnett County, where players know they must elevate their game to succeed, and he values the experience gained from playing against top-level talent in high school.
Story 8: pope
Buford High School senior Gavin Pope has made a commitment to join the wrestling program at Campbell University in North Carolina. Pope's impressive record includes winning the Class 7A state championship at 144 pounds with a 50-11 record. In his sophomore year, he secured third place at the state championship at 138 pounds and achieved a record of 34-5. With his strong performances in high school, Pope looks forward to continuing his wrestling career at the collegiate level.
Story 9: Wilkins
Isaiah Wilkins, a former standout player at the University of Virginia, has been promoted to assistant coach of the men's basketball program. Wilkins previously served as a graduate assistant at Virginia for two seasons after completing his professional basketball career. As a player, he contributed to the Cavaliers' success with two ACC regular-season titles, one ACC Tournament title, and four NCAA tournament appearances. He was recognized as ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2018 and achieved several defensive team honors. Wilkins has been actively involved in player development, scouting, recruiting, and video analysis during his time on the coaching staff. He holds both an undergraduate and master's degree from UVA.
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