🌱 Duluth Patch: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hello, everybody. Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel here with your fresh copy of the Duluth Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on locally. In today's issue, you'll find updates on:

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But first, today's weather:

Considerable cloudiness. High: 62 Low: 35.

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Here are the top stories today in Duluth:

1. PHOTOS: Career Exploration night in Peachtree Corners | Slideshows (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
2. Lawrenceville's general obligation unlimited tax rating improves ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. Dunwoody urges human trafficking prevention ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
4. Registration open for Gwinnett County community garden plots (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
5. City of Peachtree Corners Partners with Fusus to Launch Connect Peachtree Corners Camera Registration (Metro Atlanta CEO)
6. Lilburn Police Department accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
7. Stone Mountain Planning Commission supports housing development and meadery (Decaturish.com )
8. Gwinnett commission approves $1M for sidewalks around Highway 29 ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
9. Why not consider a goat walking class? ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
10. Berkmar High School history teacher honored by Philadelphia Winn Chapter, DAR (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
11. Fire causes evacuation at Peachtree Ridge High School ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
12. GCID: 2022-1287 APPENDIX A TO EXHIBIT A GWINNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA RESOLUTION ENTITLED: (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
13. #PURCH0125 2023 NOTICE In an effort to better serve the (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
14. City of Buford, Georgia is requesting Bids for the construction (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
15. Plane makes emergency landing, clips tractor trailer in I-985 in Gwinnett County, authorities say (11Alive.com WXIA)
16. 🌱 Atlanta Spotlights Roswell Restaurant Weeks + City Meeting Minutes (Patch)
17. Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful offers 10 green life hacks ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
18. Fire crews work to extinguish flames at Sandy Springs home (11Alive.com WXIA)
19. Duluth lands on contractor for Pine Needle intersection ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
20. Plane lands on I-985 in Gwinnett County | Chopper Footage (11Alive.com WXIA)
21. Small plane makes emergency landing along I-985 in Gwinnett County (FOX 5 Atlanta)
22. 150 dogs at risk of being put down due to overcrowding in DeKalb, animal shelter says (11Alive.com WXIA)
23. North Atlanta Home Show returns to Gwinnett's Gas South Convention Center this weekend (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
24. 🌱 Johns Creek Rep. Introducing 3 Gun Law Proposals + Local Town Hall (Patch)
25. ARC President Kerry Armstrong receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Greater North Fulton Chamber (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
26. Three Gwinnett schools getting new principals | News (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
27. 'Steel Magnolias' auditions in Tucker are Feb. 2, 5 ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
28. McBath discusses workforce development, other issues with GGC, Gwinnett Tech leaders (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
29. Trump grand jury investigation in Georgia ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Today in Duluth:

From my notebook:

• Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office: "The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office congratulates Deputy Nelson and Deputy Hayles on being recognized for saving a life. Your commitment to enforcing safety throughout the Gwinnett County Jail is greatly appreciated. For more informatio..." (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Duluth Police Department: "Traffic Law Tuesday 🚘 𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦 𝟭𝟬𝟭 ⭕️ Drivers inside the roundabout have the right-of-way. ⭕️ If you are entering, you MUST yield to vehicles that are inside the roundabout. ⭕️ Don't stop inside a roundabout! ⭕️ Then exit!" (Duluth Police Department via Facebook)
• Duluth Police Department: "This is rain. 🌧️ This is a headlight. 🚘💡 1️⃣ Start your car. 2️⃣ Get out and check that your headlights are ON. 3️⃣ If not, TURN them ON. 4️⃣ Get back in your car. 5️⃣ Buckle up. Drive safe. 🚘💡💡💡💡💡☁️☁️☁️ #BeSeenBeSafeBeSmart" (Duluth Police Department via Facebook)
• Gwinnett County Public Schools: "Mr. Alford is committed to the safety of Gwinnett County's children! Mr. Alford is a lead mechanic, and is our #Shine Staff Member of the Day! Click here to meet him and other “shining” staff members: http://bit.ly/gcps_StaffShine" (Gwinnett County Public Schools via Facebook)
• Gwinnett County Public Schools: "Brayan is kind and loving. He is our #Shine Student of the Day! Click here to meet Brayan and other students featured in the SHINE campaign: http://bit.ly/gcps_StudentShine" (Gwinnett County Public Schools via Facebook)
• Gwinnett County Public Library: "Allow your children to play educational games on a variety of topics by checking out one of our STEAM Launchpads for FREE! Visit your favorite #GwinnettLibrary branch to check one out! #Gwinnett #STEAM #Tablet" (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• Gwinnett County Public Schools: "Reminder... With the school district’s quarterly AKS at Home initiative, families of students in grades K-5 are able to learn ways to help their children practice the key skills they are learning in language arts and math through live, g..." (Gwinnett County Public Schools via Facebook)
• Gwinnett County Public Library: "Love spending time at the library? Enjoy helping other members of the community? Join our team of dedicated library staff members today! To find your perfect fit, visit the link in bio. #Hiring #GwinnettLibrary #Gwinnett" (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce: "“It is the highest compliment that people have chosen to move beyond just visiting our city and choose to put down roots in Duluth to raise their families, open their businesses, and join in the exciting growth of our community. If you a..." (Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Leadership Gwinnett: "Applications for Leadership Gwinnett open soon! Connecting influential leaders in various industries can drive positive change to our region. It's time to take the next step in your leadership journey. Nominate yourself or your circle of..." (Leadership Gwinnett via Facebook)
• Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia: "Have you heard of a donor advised fund? It's our most popular fund – probably because it's a piece of cake. 🍰 Interested in learning more? Visit cfneg.org/donor-advised today!" (Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cardinal Lake: "We offer garaged door services for all kinds (residential/commercial). - Colmex we do openers, installation, repairs, and more. Let us know what you need" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridge Water: "i live at the corner of hopkins mill and creek ford trace - this past saturday right at midnight, some bum ran off the road and took out my 15 year old camellia along with several other shrubs. They also ran over a concrete post, I thin..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bentwood at Sugarloaf: "Learning Spanish. - I am learning Spanish and need to practice my spanish speaking. It would be nice to meet some spanish speaker in Duluth or Lawrenceville or nearby area, so that I can practice Spanish." (Nextdoor)
• Georgia Department of Public Safety, Georgia Department of Public Safety: "Traffic Advisory. - 6:49pm- All lanes are back open 5:03pm-985 is shut down at the 985/85 split and all traffic is being diverted to 85 due to a plane making an emergency landing. Will update as new information is provided." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Abbotts Run: "I was driving by the neighborhood Belcrest and I saw some man abusing his dog. - He was using a leash as a whip on this dog for so long. This was a tall man in a jacket with a dog that looked like a boxer or a little pit. This happened a..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, McDaniel Heights: "If anyone is missing a dog, saw a little small dog running around, brindle with white. - I couldn’t stop to help unfortunately" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, McDaniel Heights: "I had heard about this at a Gwinnett County Commissioners meeting. - It is interesting and exciting to learn more about this. Bringing 100K jobs is great too. Welcome to Georgia! https://gwinnettmagazine.com/coming-to-lawrenceville-a-m..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Gates at Johns Creek: "Looking for a handyman to repair closet hanging rack in 2 separate rooms. - We rent, not looking upgrade only repair." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Old Norcross: "Backsplash On Demand offers professional tile installation for your kitchen backsplash or flooring needs. - There is no fee to receive a kitchen backsplash tile installation/renovation quote, please visit the website for details at www.B..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hwy 23-Pleasant Hill: "Another cat found deceased ( hit by a car ) on Pittard Rd . - @ Davenport Rd . Tonight . I scooped it up off the road and placed it in a box to be buried tomorrow. If your missing a gray and white cat this may be it . 😢" (Nextdoor)

You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel

About me: The original Pirate Queen and QA engineer for Patch. Did you know that this week I have worked at least two fourteen hour days? This sprint has been nuts and the engineering team has been keeping me hopping non-stop. I'm exhausted and very close to needing a vacation.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Duluth Patch newsletter? Contact me at celeste.wetzel@patch.com