GDP Script/ Top Stories for August 2nd  

Publish Date: August 2nd      

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

Today is Friday, August 2nd and Happy heavenly Birthday to Caroll O’Connor.

***08.02.24 – BIRTHDAY – CAROLL O’CONNOR***

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

1. Suwanee Makes Fortune's List Of Top Places For Families
2. Piedmont Eastside Medical Center Recognized For Diabetes and Stroke Care
3. Grayson-Thompson Set for National ESPN Broadcast

Plus, The Striper Report with Jesse Roszkowski.

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STORY 1: Suwanee Makes Fortune's List Of Top Places For Families

Suwanee, Georgia has been named 27th in Fortune’s Top 50 Best Places to Live for Families, and is the top-ranked city in Georgia. The ranking highlights Suwanee’s commitment to education, wellness, and livability, noting its blend of historic charm and modern amenities. Key factors include its revitalized Old Town Suwanee, family-friendly festivals, and cultural arts initiatives like SculpTour and the Suwanee Arts Center. The city also offers accessible healthcare and highly rated public schools. Suwanee’s Mayor Jimmy Burnette praised the community's dedication to creating a thriving environment for families. Upcoming local events include several 5Ks and Suwanee Fest.

STORY 2: Piedmont Eastside Medical Center Recognized For Diabetes and Stroke Care

Piedmont Eastside Medical Center has earned three achievement awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for its adherence to the latest treatment guidelines for stroke and diabetes. The center received the Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Award, the Target: Elite Plus Honor Roll, and the Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll. This recognition highlights Piedmont Eastside's commitment to improving patient outcomes through effective stroke and diabetes care, including the "BE FAST" early detection program for strokes. The awards reflect Piedmont’s dedication to following evidence-based practices to enhance patient recovery and survival.

STORY 3: Grayson-Thompson Set for National ESPN Broadcast

ESPN2 will broadcast a high-profile high school football game between Grayson and Thompson on August 22 at 8 p.m. from Alabaster, Alabama. Thompson, a formidable opponent, has won state championships in four of the last five years, posing a significant challenge for Grayson. The game will be available live to a national audience.

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STRIPERS REPORT

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STORY 4: Chick-fil-A delivery driver fights off would-be robber  

On July 1, Tommie Lee Williams, 51, allegedly broke into a south Gwinnett Chick-fil-A and attempted to rob it while armed with a gun. The delivery driver, despite being threatened, fought back, leading to a struggle captured on surveillance. Williams eventually fled but was identified through a vehicle linked to him. He has been charged with multiple offenses, including armed robbery and aggravated assault. Williams was arrested on Wednesday with the assistance of Gwinnett sheriff's deputies and U.S. Marshals.

STORY 5: Georgia man- Ghana native get prison terms in crime spree

Georgia man Kujo Duako, 35, from Ghana, and Sammetrius Brooks, 33, of Atlanta, were sentenced for a string of armed robberies in the Atlanta area. Duako received 16 years in prison, and Brooks was sentenced to 11 years and nine months. Their crime spree in October 2018 included a failed CVS robbery and multiple successful robberies at various businesses. Law enforcement recovered over $9,000 in cash and stolen phones from Duako. The case, part of Project Safe Neighborhoods, involved coordination among the FBI and local police agencies to address violent crime.

We’ll have final thoughts after this.

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