GDP Script/ Top Stories for July 3rd 

Publish Date: July 3rd 

 

From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 

Today is Thursday, July 3rd and Happy birthday to Tom Cruise 

 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. 
Corps of Engineers reopening seven more Lake Lanier parks
NAACP accuses Gwinnett DA of mishandling shooting case, wants AG to reopen case
Gwinnett Stripers partner with TeamSmile to provide free dental exams for local underserved children

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas 

All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! 

Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG 

 

STORY 1: Corps of Engineers reopening seven more Lake Lanier parks 

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has partnered with Forsyth and Hall counties to reopen nearly all nine previously closed parks on Lake Lanier for the Fourth of July weekend. Six parks will operate under one-year agreements with the counties, while Burton Mill Park will temporarily open for the holiday weekend. This collaboration aims to provide recreational access while addressing staffing shortages that initially threatened to close 21 parks. Only two parks, Van Pugh North and South, will remain closed as hiring efforts continue to support long-term operations. 

STORY 2:NAACP accuses Gwinnett DA of mishandling shooting case, wants AG to reopen case 

A dispute has arisen over the Gwinnett DA's decision not to prosecute Alejandro Querales Morales, who shot Jalyne Evans-Jones through his door after she and her husband asked him to lower his music in August 2023. Evans-Jones, who survived with permanent injuries, and the NAACP claim the case was mishandled, citing lack of investigation and communication. The DA’s office argued there wasn’t enough evidence, pointing to a witness who claimed Evans-Jones' husband had a gun. The NAACP is urging Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr to reopen the case, alleging misconduct, though Carr’s office stated it lacks jurisdiction. Evans-Jones and her husband have also filed a civil lawsuit. 

STORY 3:Gwinnett Stripers partner with TeamSmile to provide free dental exams for local underserved children 

Underserved children in Gwinnett County will receive free dental exams and oral health education on July 8, thanks to a partnership between the Gwinnett Stripers, TeamSmile, Delta Dental, and Sun Life U.S. Held at Cooray Field, the event will feature pro athletes, mascots, and entertainment to create a fun atmosphere. Children with dental issues will be referred to TeamSmile’s Dental Home Project for long-term care. Since 2007, TeamSmile has provided over $22 million in free dental care to more than 60,000 children nationwide. 

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STORY 4: State audit of state program for kids produced mixed results 

A state audit of the Georgia Family Connection Partnership, which received $30 million in funding for fiscal year 2024, revealed mixed results in improving child well-being indicators. While the program positively impacted high school graduation and teen birth rates, it showed no evidence of improvement in child abuse, low birthweight babies, or child poverty. Auditors criticized the program's decentralized model for limiting measurable impact and disagreed with the partnership’s claim that results were "promising." Established in 1991, the initiative aims to address Georgia's historically low child well-being rankings but faces challenges in demonstrating consistent statewide outcomes. 

 

STORY 5: Police: Mercedes SUV was stolen while being transported out of state 

Gwinnett County police are searching for a stolen 2025 matte gray Mercedes GLS with distinctive 24-inch Forgiato wheels. The SUV was last seen on June 6 when a subcontractor picked it up from a Snellville home to transport it out of state, but it never arrived. Police are seeking public assistance and encourage anyone with information to contact detectives or Crime Stoppers, which offers cash rewards for tips leading to an arrest and indictment. 

 

Break 3:  

 

And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas 

 

We’ll have closing comments after this  

Break 4:  Ingles Markets 8 

Signoff –  

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GDP Script/ Top Stories for July 3rd&nbsp;
Publish Date: July 3rd&nbsp;
&nbsp;
From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.&nbsp;
Today is Thursday, July 3rd and Happy birthday to Tom Cruise&nbsp;
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia.&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Corps of Engineers reopening seven more Lake Lanier parks</li>
<li>NAACP accuses Gwinnett DA of mishandling shooting case, wants AG to reopen case</li>
<li>Gwinnett Stripers partner with TeamSmile to provide free dental exams for local underserved children</li>
</ol>
Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas&nbsp;
All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe!&nbsp;
Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 1: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/corps-of-engineers-reopening-seven-more-lake-lanier-parks/article_c470cdc1-b8d2-45f1-b9dc-6d1a90d95459.html">Corps of Engineers reopening seven more Lake Lanier parks</a>&nbsp;
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has partnered with Forsyth and Hall counties to reopen nearly all nine previously closed parks on Lake Lanier for the Fourth of July weekend. Six parks will operate under one-year agreements with the counties, while Burton Mill Park will temporarily open for the holiday weekend. This collaboration aims to provide recreational access while addressing staffing shortages that initially threatened to close 21 parks. Only two parks, Van Pugh North and South, will remain closed as hiring efforts continue to support long-term operations.&nbsp;
STORY 2: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/naacp-accuses-gwinnett-da-of-mishandling-shooting-case-wants-ag-to-reopen-case/article_e076a17a-ca38-4f68-8910-f8ea0a209f5b.html">NAACP accuses Gwinnett DA of mishandling shooting case, wants AG to reopen case</a>&nbsp;
A dispute has arisen over the Gwinnett DA's decision not to prosecute Alejandro Querales Morales, who shot Jalyne Evans-Jones through his door after she and her husband asked him to lower his music in August 2023. Evans-Jones, who survived with permanent injuries, and the NAACP claim the case was mishandled, citing lack of investigation and communication. The DA&rsquo;s office argued there wasn&rsquo;t enough evidence, pointing to a witness who claimed Evans-Jones' husband had a gun. The NAACP is urging Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr to reopen the case, alleging misconduct, though Carr&rsquo;s office stated it lacks jurisdiction. Evans-Jones and her husband have also filed a civil lawsuit.&nbsp;
STORY 3: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/gwinnett-stripers-partner-with-teamsmile-to-provide-free-dental-exams-for-local-underserved-children/article_42270c6b-c217-4b29-a2cf-26bf122d1eae.html">Gwinnett Stripers partner with TeamSmile to provide free dental exams for local underserved children</a>&nbsp;
Underserved children in Gwinnett County will receive free dental exams and oral health education on July 8, thanks to a partnership between the Gwinnett Stripers, TeamSmile, Delta Dental, and Sun Life U.S. Held at Cooray Field, the event will feature pro athletes, mascots, and entertainment to create a fun atmosphere. Children with dental issues will be referred to TeamSmile&rsquo;s Dental Home Project for long-term care. Since 2007, TeamSmile has provided over $22 million in free dental care to more than 60,000 children nationwide.&nbsp;
We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll be right back&nbsp;
Break 2:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
STORY 4: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/news/state-audit-of-state-program-for-kids-produced-mixed-results/article_ad1e5399-5fce-5305-b9f3-2221a85a0468.html">State audit of state program for kids produced mixed results</a>&nbsp;
A state audit of the Georgia Family Connection Partnership, which received $30 million in funding for fiscal year 2024, revealed mixed results in improving child well-being indicators. While the program positively impacted high school graduation and teen birth rates, it showed no evidence of improvement in child abuse, low birthweight babies, or child poverty. Auditors criticized the program's decentralized model for limiting measurable impact and disagreed with the partnership&rsquo;s claim that results were "promising." Established in 1991, the initiative aims to address Georgia's historically low child well-being rankings but faces challenges in demonstrating consistent statewide outcomes.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
STORY 5: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/police-mercedes-suv-was-stolen-while-being-transported-out-of-state/article_9edccc2a-fab3-473c-af27-79ce3465d7c7.html">Police: Mercedes SUV was stolen while being transported out of state</a>&nbsp;
Gwinnett County police are searching for a stolen 2025 matte gray Mercedes GLS with distinctive 24-inch Forgiato wheels. The SUV was last seen on June 6 when a subcontractor picked it up from a Snellville home to transport it out of state, but it never arrived. Police are seeking public assistance and encourage anyone with information to contact detectives or Crime Stoppers, which offers cash rewards for tips leading to an arrest and indictment.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Break 3:&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on sodas&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this&nbsp;&nbsp;
Break 4:&nbsp; Ingles Markets 8&nbsp;
Signoff &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Thanks again for hanging out with us on today&rsquo;s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com&nbsp;
Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.&nbsp;
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