🌱 Loganville-Grayson Patch: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Jan 25)

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But first, today's weather:

A thick cloud cover. High: 61 Low: 35.

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Here are the top stories in Loganville-Grayson today:

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. DeKalb DA Sherry Boston recuses herself from shooting case at 'Cop City' | Press conference (11Alive.com WXIA)
4. BREAKING: DeKalb County District Attorney will recuse herself from 'Cop City' shooting case (Decaturish.com )
5. Registration open for Gwinnett County community garden plots (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
6. City of Peachtree Corners Partners with Fusus to Launch Connect Peachtree Corners Camera Registration (Metro Atlanta CEO)
7. Group protesting Atlanta Public Safety Training Center labeled by feds as 'domestic violent extremists' (11Alive.com WXIA)
8. Valentine's Dance returns to L'Arche Atlanta ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
9. Lilburn Police Department accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
10. At least 150 dogs at risk for euthanasia as DeKalb shelter deals with extreme overcrowding (WSB Atlanta)
11. Stone Mountain Planning Commission supports housing development and meadery (Decaturish.com )
12. Gwinnett commission approves $1M for sidewalks around Highway 29 ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
13. Berkmar High School history teacher honored by Philadelphia Winn Chapter, DAR (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
14. Fire causes evacuation at Peachtree Ridge High School ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
15. Rockdale County Board of Education 2023 Meeting Schedule January 12 (Rockdale Newton Citizen)
16. Notice to Debtors and Creditors All creditors of the estate (Rockdale Newton Citizen)
17. ROCKDALE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT STATE OF GEORGIA | Name Changes (Rockdale Newton Citizen)
18. ABANDONED MOTOR VEHICLE ADVERTISEMENT NOTICE | Public Hearing | Notices (Rockdale Newton Citizen)
19. DeKalb commissioner sponsors food drive for veterans - (Champion)
20. GCID: 2022-1287 APPENDIX A TO EXHIBIT A GWINNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA RESOLUTION ENTITLED: (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
21. #PURCH0125 2023 NOTICE In an effort to better serve the (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
22. City of Buford, Georgia is requesting Bids for the construction (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
23. Plane makes emergency landing, clips tractor trailer in I-985 in Gwinnett County, authorities say (11Alive.com WXIA)
24. Man wanted in several states arrested after Rockdale County chase, sheriff says (FOX 5 Atlanta)
25. 🌱 Voice Of Braves Heads West + Emergency Landing With No Injuries (Patch)
26. Kent departs Piedmont Newton to become Piedmont Henry CEO (Covington News)
27. Renowned scholar in race, history and social transformation brings new perspectives to Emory College (Emory News Center)
28. Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful offers 10 green life hacks ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
29. Fire crews work to extinguish flames at Sandy Springs home (11Alive.com WXIA)
30. Duluth lands on contractor for Pine Needle intersection ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Today in Loganville-Grayson:

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)
• Loganville Christian Academy: "🎥 HBO SPORTS 🎬 We had the privilege of hosting HBO Sports on our campus last week to interview former Lower School Academic Dean Julie Sirmans about her experience saving alumni Claire (Crawford) Peevy when she collapsed on the volleyb..." (Loganville Christian Academy via Instagram)
• 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)
• Walton County School District - GA: "Walnut Grove High School's 2022 yearbook, "What You Came For," recently received a rating of First Class with a Mark of Distinction in Photography from the National Scholastic Press Association and was chosen to be in Walsworth's Cover A..." (Walton County School District - GA via Facebook)
• Loganville High School: "AVTF/film class triumphs over cold and frost just to shoot the scenes needed for the Mise En Scene project- such dedication. Mrs. Hobbs was not as ecstatic about filming under these conditions." (Loganville High School via Facebook)
• Walton County School District - GA: "WCSD is seeking registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to join our substitute team. If you are interested in earning $100/day and helping care for our students and staff, apply today at https://wcsd.info/subnurse. #..." (Walton County School District - GA 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)
• Bluesprings Youth Soccer Association (BYSA): "Congratulations to our new referees. They all attended the Referee course on January 14 held at Bluesprings." (Bluesprings Youth Soccer Association (BYSA) via Facebook)
• Walnut Grove High School PTSO, Loganville, GA: "Please mark your calendar! Battle of The Brain trivia challenge: Thursday, March 9" (Walnut Grove High School PTSO, Loganville, GA via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hawthorn Glen: "Ladies listen to this message about healing, it’s so dope and nothing but the truth! - ladies I’m on a journey to heal from my pass trauma doing it the holistic way, herbs juicing, healthy conversations, being mindful of what I listen to..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Atha Circle/Carriage Way: "Dog in Dearing Woods Way subdivision. - No collar brindle male. I gave a treat. He is shy but friendly." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Tig Knight: "Heeeeyyyy Neighbors ! - Hope everyone is having a awesome taco Tuesday !! My brother in law is looking to pick up some more clients for his landscaping business . He has all equipment to do anything you want or need for your yard ! He is..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Rosebud: "Dear Shiloh High School Families, - At Shiloh High, we are committed to our students’ success and well-being and strive to provide a positive school environment. Key to that positive culture is the work we do to ensure that our school re..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hawthorn Glen: "Boys Hairstyles services are also available with crownednature. - Book your appointment today! .Get the Loc look without locking your hair. . Client is hairstyle : Boys invisible locs . . https://CrownedNaturebyCL.as.me/?appointmentT..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hawthorn Glen: "nidan pettigrew - Does anyone know her? #Askyourneighbors" (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, Moon Rd: "Who wants to win a $1000 gift card? - My husband and I own a real estate company and we will be giving this away on 1/272/2023. Please read the details so you can get in on the FUN" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Rosebud: "Man dealing with T-Mobile since John Legres departure literally made my fiance sick last night. - After 2 hrs on the phone with the big "T" she proceeded to 🤮 . Now that's what I call a negative experience!! And did they do what they s..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Willowwind: "To all my homebody ladies…We can take our loungewear to street wear 🖤 Shop Local - Material super stretchy & butter soft Wearing Large www.shenalashell.com" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Wheatfields: "Hi neighbors, - I'm selling a sectional, ottoman, and recliner to make room for new furniture. $300. DM me if interested. https://nextdoor.com/for_sale_and_free/163348ab-4d10-49a8-9ae8-e3fe39bd1fd6?init_source=other_share" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Harmony Club: "MACS Friends is having an adoption event this Saturday from 11a-3p at the Bethlehem PetSmart. - Check them out and see what adoption, foster, and volunteer opportunities are available. Jake is now ready for adoption 🐾 ❤️ and he’ll be th..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Swan Lake: "Is anyone else still experiencing (internet) outages with Xfinity; - we are now going into day 2" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lake Wellbrook: "Hi my name is Lloyd Turner and if you own a Small Business and need funding, click the link to start on the road to success! - https://t.co/bQeDtkE3tR" (Nextdoor)
• Georgia Department of Public Safety, Georgia Department of Public Safety: "Traffic advisory. - 10:53am- All lanes are now open 9:40am- One lane is now open 7:50am- Interstate 20 EB at MM 160 is currently shutdown due to a fatality. Will update as information becomes available." (Nextdoor)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.

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