GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sunday May 28th
Publish Date: May 26 Friday
From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast
Today is Sunday May 28th , and happy 36th birthday to wrestler Seth Rollins
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I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Atlanta man drowns in Lake Lanier
Opportunities to commemorate Memorial Day this weekend
And Gwinnett police searching for man accused of stealing money from Kroger stores
Plus, we visit with Leah McGrath from Ingles markets about cutting back on sugar
We’ll have all this and more on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.
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Story 1. drowns
The body of Terry Daugherty, a missing Atlanta man, has been found in Lake Lanier by Hall County sheriff's deputies, fire rescue officials, and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Daugherty, 57, was reported missing after he was last seen on a dock at Sunrise Cove Marina. A search was conducted, and his body was discovered in the lake on Tuesday afternoon. The Department of Natural Resources utilized side scan sonar to locate the body near the dock and his boat. Daugherty's official cause of death will be determined by the Dekalb County Medical Examiner's Office....follow this story and more at gwinnettdailypost.com.
STORY 2: opportunities
Gwinnett County will have various Memorial Day events to honor fallen military service members. These events include the Dacula Memorial Day Parade, a patriotic concert in Suwanee, a Memorial Day program and concert in Snellville, a ceremony in Sugar Hill, a remembrance event in Norcross, and the addition of a new name to the Gwinnett Fallen Heroes Memorial in Lawrenceville. Stone Mountain Park will also host a weekend-long Memorial Day commemoration with a salute to service members, fireworks, and performances by the Air National Guard Band of the South. Active duty and retired military personnel, as well as veterans, can receive free or discounted tickets for park attractions. Check gwinnettdailypost.com for more details
Gwinnett County police are seeking the public's help in identifying a man accused of committing "quick change" thefts at Kroger stores along the east coast. The thefts occurred at two locations in Gwinnett County, specifically in Grayson and Loganville. The suspect has been involved in similar thefts at multiple Kroger stores over the past nine months. Described as a White male with a full dark beard, black leather jacket, and dark colored ball cap, the suspect engaged in a scheme where he would initially request a money transfer, then change his mind multiple times, ultimately stealing a lesser amount during the confusion. Anyone with information about the suspect is urged to contact Gwinnett County detectives or Crime Stoppers..…we’ll be right back
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STORY 4: Dacula
Dacula will host it's annual Memorial Day Parade to honor and remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The parade will take place on Monday at 10:00 a.m. , and The parade route starts at Hebron Baptist Church, proceeds along Dacula Road, Wilson Street, Second Avenue, and Hebron Church Road, before returning to Hebron Baptist Church. The event has been held for 29 years and is a tribute to those who have given their lives for the rights and freedoms enjoyed today. The parade takes place regardless of the weather conditions. More information can be found on the Dacula Memorial Day website.
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Story 5: update
In an update on a story we had earlier in the week, The double shooting in the Gwinnett Place area of Gwinnett County that resulted in the deaths of a man and a woman, is believed to be a domestic-related incident. Gwinnett County police responded to a report of a shooting at a home on Woodington Circle in Lawrenceville. The victims were identified as Christopher Farranto, 52, and Mirian Farranto, 35. The incident is suspected to have occurred around dawn, and no other suspects are believed to be involved. Three children were present during the shooting but were unharmed. The neighborhood is situated near the intersection of Club Drive and Pleasant Hill Road.
Story 6: principal
Lenny George has been appointed as the new principal of Parsons Elementary School in Gwinnett County. The school board approved his appointment, and he will be taking over from the retiring principal, Laura Clark. George has been part of Gwinnett County Public Schools since 2017, previously serving as an assistant principal at Summerour Middle School. He has a background in education dating back to 2006, starting as a mathematics teacher in Chicago. He also worked as a teacher development coach and seminar instructor in Atlanta. George holds a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, a master's degree in teaching from National Louis University, and a specialist degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Georgia.……back in a moment
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Story 7:
Recruit Nation is organizing the Atlanta Regional basketball Showcase at Shiloh on June 24. The event offers various activities such as combine testing, a performance enhancement clinic, position-specific drills, and fundamental instruction with college coaches. Participants can engage in competitions like 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5 games, as well as a skills challenge, 3-point shootout, and slam dunk competition. They will also have the opportunity to meet and interact with college coaches. Player information will be shared with NCAA, NAIA, and Junior College coaches, and standout performers may be selected for the Dream All-American Watch List and invited to play in the Dream All-American Game. The showcase is open to youth, middle school, and high school athletes, starting with check-in at 8:30 a.m. and the event running from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more info on how to register, go to gwinnettdailypost.com
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