GDP Script/ Top Stories for October 16th
Publish Date: October 16th
PRE-ROLL:
From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.
Today is Thursday, October 16th and Happy birthday to Tim Robbins
I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia.
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on grass fed beef
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Break 1: Ingles Markets 3
STORY 1: Truck driver charged in I-85 crash that killed Gwinnett family
A Gainesville truck driver, Kane Aaron Hammock, 33, is facing 12 charges after a devastating six-vehicle crash on I-85 in Jackson County that killed eight members of the same Gwinnett County family.
The Georgia State Patrol said Hammock’s semi was following too closely and slammed into a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan, sparking a chain reaction. The van and semi burst into flames.
The victims, reportedly on their way to Tanger Outlets, included three adults, five children, and possibly an unborn baby. Names released by family include Kenia Ramirez, 22, who was pregnant, and her 4-year-old daughter, Kayle.
The tragedy has left a community reeling.
STORY 2: Alice Kim Appointed to Gwinnett Place CID Board of Directors
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners has tapped Alice Kim, financial director of Nam Dae Mun Farmers Market, to join the Gwinnett Place CID board of directors. She steps in for June Lee, a long-time member who resigned last month.
Kim brings over 20 years of experience steering Nam Dae Mun’s financial growth—think rebranding, expansion to eight Georgia locations, and major capital projects. She’s also a pro at supply chain management and HR.
STORY 3: Longtime Gwinnett resident joins Northeast Georgia Physicians Group in Dacula
For Dr. Khaja Ahmed, healthcare isn’t just a job—it’s personal. After more than 20 years practicing in Georgia, the longtime Gwinnett resident is joining Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Dacula, staying close to the community where he’s lived, worked, and raised his family.
“Being there for my patients, through every step of their health journey, is what drives me,” Ahmed said.
His journey started in Bangladesh, inspired by family doctors and a love of science. Now, after residencies in New York and Pennsylvania, he’s back where he belongs: home.
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Break 2: 07.14.22 KIA MOG
STORY 4: Golf with a Purpose: Mitsubishi Electric Classic Sets Sustainability Standard in 2025 Report
The Mitsubishi Electric Classic, presented by Vensure, just dropped its 2025 Sustainability Report, and it’s packed with big wins for the environment, the community, and the local economy.
From planting nearly 8,000 trees to diverting over 29,000 pounds of waste from landfills, the tournament is proving it’s more than just a golf event—it’s a movement. Solar charging stations, e-waste recycling, scholarships for military families, and programs like Girls Got Drive™ are just a few highlights.
Check out the full report for all the details.
STORY 5: Lawrenceville church to host free Candy at the Cabins trick-or-treating event
LVfirst United Methodist Church is bringing back its beloved Candy at the Cabins event, and honestly, it’s the kind of wholesome fun we all need.
On Sunday, Oct. 19, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., families can head to the historic LVfirst Campground (700 Braselton Highway) for free trick-or-treating, snacks, crafts, and more. Yep, free.
Picture this: kids collecting candy at 11 cozy cabins, a family movie under the arbor, chili and hotdogs, inflatables, popcorn—it’s all there.
It’s not just an event; it’s the church’s way of saying, “Hey, we’re here for you.”
Details? Check out www.lvfirst.org.
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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on grass fed beef
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Break 5: CITY OF SUGAR HILL
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