GDP Script/ Top Stories for May 10th        

Publish Date:  May 10th          

From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Friday, May 10th, and Happy heavenly Birthday to broadcaster Pat Summeral.

***05.10.24 – BIRTHDAY – PAT SUMMERAL***

I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia.

1. Jackson EMC Foundation Awards $57K To Agencies Serving Gwinnett
2. Lawrenceville Teen Earns Spot in Prestigious Dance Classes in NYC
3. Fallen State Trooper Remembered During Georgia Gwinnett College Commencement

Plus, my conversation with d’Floridian owner Jaime Ochoa for the downtown Lawrenceville series.

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STORY 1: Jackson EMC Foundation Awards $57K To Agencies Serving Gwinnett

The Jackson EMC Foundation awarded $107,795 in grants during its recent meeting, with $57,500 allocated to organizations serving Gwinnett County. Recipients include Hi-Hope Service Center for nursing and nutrition services, Heirborn Servants for transportation assistance for survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence, Vision to Learn for free vision services for K-12 students, NOA’s Ark for trauma counseling, and the Georgia Transplant Foundation for organ transplant support. These grants are funded by cooperative members through the Operation Round Up program, totaling over $20.4 million since 2005. Applications for grants are open to individuals and charitable organizations in the 10 counties served by Jackson EMC.

STORY 2: Lawrenceville Teen Earns Spot In Prestigious Dance Classes in NYC

Thirteen-year-old Zharria Musette from Lawrenceville will embark on a six-week intensive dance training in New York City this summer, securing spots at the prestigious Joffrey Ballet School and the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre School of Dance after successful auditions. Despite initial nerves, Zharria, with only three years of consistent training, impressed judges and earned recognition at recent dance competitions. Specializing in ballet, modern, and jazz, she aspires to dance professionally, with dreams of studying at Juilliard or joining the Rockettes. Her mother, Tai’Sheree, applauds Zharria’s dedication and talent, foreseeing a bright future in dance for her daughter.

STORY 3: Fallen State Trooper Remembered During Georgia Gwinnett College Commencement

Jimmy Cenescar, a dedicated law enforcement officer and student at Georgia Gwinnett College, tragically lost his life in a pursuit while on duty. He had anticipated his graduation as a significant milestone, overshadowing even his completion of trooper school. However, Jimmy's dreams were cut short by his untimely death. In a poignant ceremony, his brother Joel accepted Jimmy's diploma on his behalf, amid tears of both pride and sorrow. Despite the somber occasion, Jimmy's family and loved ones chose to honor his memory with celebration, following his spirit of resilience and determination. Joel emphasized that Jimmy would have wanted them to commemorate his achievement joyously.

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STORY 4: Lawmaker mothers with children in tow are still few in numbers but bring missing perspective

More women in Georgia's Legislature are reshaping the Capitol's landscape, but their representation is still below parity with the population. Challenges like childcare and distance from the Capitol persist, particularly for mothers with young children. Rep. Anne Allen Westbrook exemplifies this, navigating long days away from her family in Savannah during legislative sessions. Sen. Kim Jackson, a new parent, highlights the difficulties of balancing lawmaking with childcare responsibilities. Recent changes allowing campaign funds for childcare aim to alleviate some barriers to public service. Despite these strides, women lawmakers continue to advocate for inclusive policies, recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives in shaping legislation.

STORY 5: Water-hogging data centers flagged in latest ‘Dirty Dozen’ environmental watchdog report

The Port of Savannah, a major container terminal, has experienced increased shipping traffic since the deepening of the waterway in 2022. However, the Georgia Water Coalition's Dirty Dozen 2024 report highlights the unintended consequences of record economic development, such as the threat posed by new data centers to Georgia's rivers. These data centers strain the electric grid and require large amounts of water for cooling, impacting the environment. The report also raises concerns about water resources in the coastal region, exacerbated by the deepening of the Savannah Harbor, and warns of threats to surface and groundwater. Additionally, the report expresses ongoing concerns about the Okefenokee Swamp amid plans for a titanium mine nearby.

We’ll be back in a moment.

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STORY 6: DTL Interview Jaime Ochoa

This series is sponsored by downtown Lawrenceville.

****DTL – JAIME OCHOA***

We’ll have final thoughts after this.

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