GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sunday July 2
Publish Date: Friday June 30
From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast
Today is Sunday July 2nd , and happy 74th birthday to keyboardist Roy Bittan
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I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep
1. Gwinnett police looking for man accused of committing credit card fraud to buy computers in Buford
2. Gwinnett Commissioner Jasper Watkins to serve on statewide mental health and substance abuse committee
3. And Gwinnett police looking for women accused of stealing designer sunglasses
Plus, we’ll visit with Miranda Shealy at Fernbank Museum.
All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.
Break 1 : M.O.G.
Story 1. looking
Gwinnett County Police are searching for a man who allegedly used a duplicate credit card to fraudulently purchase Apple laptops from a Best Buy in Buford. The incident occurred on June 6 when the man entered the store and used a copy of the victim's CITI Best Buy credit card to buy $4,200 worth of computers and tech support. The victim, who resides in South Carolina, had the original card in their possession at the time. The fraudulent purchases were discovered when the victim was notified of the transactions. The bank reversed the charges, and the victim reported the incident to both Best Buy and the police. Authorities have described the suspect as a medium-built Black man with a black beard and provided a detailed description of his appearance. Anyone with information about the suspect is urged to contact the Gwinnett County Police or Crime Stoppers.
STORY 2: jasper
Gwinnett County Commissioner Jasper Watkins has been appointed to the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia's (ACCG) Standing Committee on Mental Health & Substance Abuse. Watkins will co-chair the Public Safety Subcommittee alongside Cook County Commissioner Audie Rowe. The committee aims to provide policy guidance to county commissions in addressing mental health and substance abuse issues, particularly in relation to public safety. Watkins, a veteran, recognizes the importance of collaborating on solutions for these sensitive topics. The committee serves as an information clearinghouse for all counties in Georgia, providing resources and best practices. The committee held its first meeting in June to discuss reform efforts and the care of individuals with mental illness and substance addiction.
Story 3: glasses
Gwinnett County police are searching for two women who allegedly stole over $1,200 worth of designer sunglasses from a shop in the Mall of Georgia. The incident occurred on May 27 when the women entered the Sunglasses Hut and pretended to be interested in a few pairs of sunglasses. However, they reportedly took the glasses off the wall and fled the store without paying. The stolen sunglasses include Prada, Versace, and Burberry brands. Police have released surveillance images of the suspects and are seeking the public's assistance in identifying them. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police or Atlanta Crime Stoppers to potentially receive a cash reward for helpful tips., see pictures of these suspects and read more at gwinnettdailypost.com....……..we’ll be right back
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Story 4: sammon
John C. Sammon, a former president of the State Bar of Georgia, received the 2023 Distinguished Service Award during the State Bar's Annual Meeting on June 10. Sammon was recognized for his 46 years of service in the legal profession, including his tenure as a member of the State Bar of Georgia's Board of Governors and Executive Committee. Throughout his career, Sammon played an active role in various legal organizations and initiatives, such as establishing the State Bar Commission on Judicial Compensation. He has been involved in private practice, held leadership positions, and demonstrated a strong commitment to the legal profession and the state of Georgia. The Distinguished Service Award is the highest honor given to a State Bar member, acknowledging their significant contributions to the legal field in Georgia.
Story 5: one stop
Gwinnett County has started the expansion of the OneStop Centerville facility, located in the Centerville community near Snellville. The new center, attached to the Centerville Senior Center and library branch, aims to provide residents with enhanced physical and mental health resources, along with the existing services offered at OneStop Centerville. The expansion is funded by $25 million from the federal American Rescue Plan Act. The project will bring OneStop Centerville up to par with other OneStop facilities in the county, addressing the previous limitations caused by lack of space. The new facility will accommodate events, workshops, classes, and house partner organizations providing health, education, and mental health services to the community. The expansion reflects the county's commitment to delivering quality services and support throughout Gwinnett.
Story 6: kim
Greater Atlanta Christian's boys tennis team faced tough competition in their new classification, Class AAAAA, after moving up two classifications for the 2023 high school tennis season. Competing in the challenging Region 6-AAAAA, the Spartans recognized the need to focus and overcome strong opponents. Despite a loss to Chattahoochee in the regular season, GAC avenged their defeat in the 6-AAAAA Tournament finals and secured the AAAAA state championship. Jason Kim, GAC's No. 1 singles player, played a pivotal role with his impressive 22-2 record, including a victory over Parkview's David Hronek. Kim, who will be attending the U.S. Naval Academy, reflected on the significance of the state title and his contributions to GAC's success. His dedication, talent, and leadership have set a high standard for GAC tennis players, and the school is proud of his accomplishments on and off the court.
We’ll be back in a moment
Break 3: Fernbank (nature of color spot) -ESOG – Ingles 2
Story 7: Fernbank
And now, our visit with Miranda Shealy
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We’ll have final thoughts after this
Break 4: Henssler 60
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