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Top Stories for December 20th 

Publish Date: December 20th 

PRE-ROLL: SUGAR HILL ICE SKATING 

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

Today is Saturday, December 20th and Happy Birthday to Dick Wolf 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. 
Apartment fire displaces 19 residents in Buford
Philadelphia Winn Chapter DAR Honors Veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day
HOLIDAY TRAFFIC: Year-end travel expected to set new record 

Plus, Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

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: Kia Mall of Georgia


STORY 1: Apartment fire displaces 19 residents in Buford 

Tuesday afternoon, chaos broke out at the Plantation Ridge Apartments in Buford when a fire erupted on a second-story balcony. It was 3:44 p.m. when 911 calls started pouring in—residents scrambling to evacuate as flames climbed toward the second floor. 

By the time firefighters arrived, the back of the three-story building was ablaze. Crews worked fast, deploying hose lines to knock down the fire while police helped evacuate everyone inside. Six units were damaged—fire, water, the works—but thankfully, no one was hurt. 

The fire displaced 19 people—11 adults, eight kids. The Red Cross and apartment management are stepping in to help. 

Investigators traced the fire to a second-story balcony and ruled it accidental. 

STORY 2: Philadelphia Winn Chapter DAR Honors Veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day 

On Dec. 13, the Philadelphia Winn Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) held two heartfelt ceremonies to honor veterans resting at Gwinnett Memorial Park and East Shadowlawn Memorial Gardens. 

It was all part of Wreaths Across America, a nationwide effort to remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach future generations about the cost of freedom. Volunteers placed fresh balsam wreaths—handcrafted in Maine, red bows and all—on veterans’ graves. 

The ceremonies featured local JROTC cadets, SAR Color Guard, and more. Through Dec. 31, wreath sponsorships are buy-one-get-one-free for next year’s event. 

STORY 3: HOLIDAY TRAFFIC: Year-end travel expected to set new record 

More than 122 million Americans—including 3.8 million Georgians—are gearing up to hit the road, skies, or rails this holiday season, according to AAA. That’s a record-breaking number, up 2.2% from last year. 

“People are ready to travel,” said Debbie Haas, AAA’s VP of travel. “Roads will be packed, airports busy—plan ahead, leave early, and maybe consider travel insurance if you’re flying in winter weather.” 

Of the 122 million, most (89%) will drive, with 109.5 million taking road trips. In Georgia, 3.4 million will drive, while nearly 200,000 will fly. Christmas week? Busier than New Year’s. Stay safe. 


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STORY 4: Fani Willis testifies to Georgia Senate committee 

After over a year of dodging Republican efforts to drag her before the Georgia Senate, Fani Willis finally showed up at the Capitol on Wednesday—and it was a spectacle. For three hours, the Fulton County district attorney sparred with a special committee she called a “political farce.” 

The committee, created by Senate Republicans, has been gunning for Willis ever since she indicted Donald Trump and 18 others over the 2020 election. The hearing? A mix of accusations and insults. 

Sen. Greg Dolezal, filling in as chair, grilled Willis on everything from her office’s spending to her use of a media tracking service. Willis fired back, calling some questions “ignorant”. 

Both sides threw punches. Dolezal pointed to Willis’ political donations and her staff’s ties to Democratic campaigns. Willis countered with social media posts showing Dolezal and others using the investigation for their own political gain. 

The hearing ended with no clear resolution—just more finger-pointing. 


STORY 5: UPDATE: 19-year-old shot by Gwinnett police after charging officers with a knife 

Gwinnett County police are looking into a Thursday afternoon shooting involving one of their own. 

It started around 1:40 p.m. when the State Mobile Crisis Team called officers to help with a mental health situation on Lockridge Drive, near Peachtree Corners. 

When officers arrived, they spoke with the crisis team and a 19-year-old outside the home. Clinicians decided the teen needed to go to the hospital for evaluation. But things escalated fast. 

“The subject went back inside, came out with a knife, and charged at the officer,” said Cpl. Angela Carter. “Despite commands to stop, the officer fired, striking the individual.” 

Paramedics on scene treated the teen, who was taken to the hospital and is alive, though their condition is unclear. 

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now handling the case, as is standard in officer-involved shootings. 


Here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

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Break 3: THE STRAND 


STORY 6: UGA researchers find more evidence that mining would harm Okefenokee 

New research has added weight to what environmentalists have been saying for years: mining near the Okefenokee Swamp is a terrible idea. 

Scientists at UGA found that water in the swamp and the aquifer beneath it share the same “fingerprint,” meaning they’re connected. Pull water from the aquifer? You’re pulling it from the swamp too. 

For years, it was assumed a thick clay layer separated the two, but this study flips that on its head. Rainfall raises the swamp’s water level—and, a month later, the aquifer’s. 

Activists are calling the findings a “game changer.” 


STORY 7: Gwinnett Native Todd Welborn Named Mountain View Head Football Coach 

Mountain View has tapped Todd Welborn as its new head football coach for the 2026 season, and honestly, it feels like a homegrown story coming full circle.   

Welborn, a former Collins Hill offensive lineman and a 26-year coaching veteran, has spent most of his career in Gwinnett County. For the past four years, he’s been a key part of Mountain View’s program, serving as defensive coordinator and handling a lot of behind-the-scenes work. Now, he’s stepping into the top spot, replacing John Poitevint, who led the Bears to three playoff runs from 2020 to 2025.   

Welborn, who’s deeply rooted in the Mountain View community—his kids attend local schools, his wife teaches in the cluster, and he’s coached youth football in the area—sees potential. “We’ve got talented kids,” he said. “It’s time to fix last year’s mistakes and let the sun rise over Mountain View.”   

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Top Stories for&nbsp;December&nbsp;20th&nbsp;
Publish Date:&nbsp;December&nbsp;20th&nbsp;
PRE-ROLL:&nbsp;SUGAR HILL ICE SKATING&nbsp;
From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.&nbsp;
Today is Saturday,&nbsp;December&nbsp;20th&nbsp;and Happy Birthday to&nbsp;Dick Wolf&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m&nbsp;Peyton Spurlock&nbsp;and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia.&nbsp;
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Plus,&nbsp;Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&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: Kia Mall of Georgia
 STORY 1:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/apartment-fire-displaces-19-residents-in-buford/article_e01ed9b4-60ab-4f24-82df-1a6f956a4ab3.html">Apartment fire displaces 19 residents in Buford</a>&nbsp;
Tuesday afternoon, chaos broke out at the Plantation Ridge Apartments in Buford when a fire erupted on a second-story balcony. It was 3:44 p.m. when 911 calls started pouring in&mdash;residents scrambling to evacuate as flames climbed toward the second floor.&nbsp;
By the time firefighters arrived, the back of the three-story building was ablaze. Crews worked fast, deploying hose lines to knock down the fire while police helped evacuate everyone inside. Six units were damaged&mdash;fire, water, the works&mdash;but thankfully, no one was hurt.&nbsp;
The fire displaced 19 people&mdash;11 adults, eight kids. The Red Cross and apartment management are stepping in to help.&nbsp;
Investigators traced the fire to a second-story balcony and ruled it&nbsp;accidental.&nbsp;
STORY 2:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/philadelphia-winn-chapter-dar-honors-veterans-on-national-wreaths-across-america-day/article_a1ab3f87-986c-4073-9aa0-c2ce7564234d.html">Philadelphia Winn Chapter DAR Honors Veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day</a>&nbsp;
On Dec. 13, the Philadelphia Winn Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) held two heartfelt ceremonies to honor veterans resting at Gwinnett Memorial Park and East Shadowlawn Memorial Gardens.&nbsp;
It was all part of Wreaths Across America, a nationwide effort to remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach future generations about the cost of freedom. Volunteers placed fresh balsam wreaths&mdash;handcrafted in Maine, red&nbsp;bows&nbsp;and all&mdash;on veterans&rsquo; graves.&nbsp;
The ceremonies featured local JROTC cadets, SAR Color Guard, and more. Through Dec. 31, wreath sponsorships are buy-one-get-one-free for next year&rsquo;s event.&nbsp;
STORY 3:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/holiday-traffic-year-end-travel-expected-to-set-new-record/article_929d7456-246c-42a7-8c4c-93900aa011b9.html">HOLIDAY TRAFFIC: Year-end travel expected to set new record</a>&nbsp;
More than 122 million Americans&mdash;including 3.8 million Georgians&mdash;are gearing up to hit the road, skies, or rails this holiday season, according to AAA. That&rsquo;s a record-breaking number, up 2.2% from last year.&nbsp;
&ldquo;People are ready to travel,&rdquo; said Debbie Haas, AAA&rsquo;s VP of travel. &ldquo;Roads will be packed, airports&nbsp;busy&mdash;plan&nbsp;ahead, leave early, and maybe consider travel insurance if you&rsquo;re flying in winter weather.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Of the 122 million, most (89%) will drive, with 109.5 million taking road trips. In Georgia, 3.4 million will drive, while&nbsp;nearly 200,000&nbsp;will fly. Christmas week? Busier than New Year&rsquo;s. Stay safe.&nbsp;
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 Break 2: Ingles Markets&nbsp;1- DTL HOLIDAY&nbsp;
 STORY 4: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/news/fani-willis-testifies-to-georgia-senate-committee/article_33ba75bf-d58a-54fd-85fa-18e3026736d2.html">Fani Willis testifies to Georgia Senate committee</a>&nbsp;
After over a year of dodging Republican efforts to drag her before the Georgia Senate, Fani Willis finally showed up at the Capitol on Wednesday&mdash;and it was a spectacle. For three hours, the Fulton County district attorney sparred with a special committee she called a &ldquo;political farce.&rdquo;&nbsp;
The committee, created by Senate Republicans, has been gunning for Willis ever since she indicted Donald Trump and 18 others over the 2020 election. The hearing? A mix of accusations and insults.&nbsp;
Sen. Greg Dolezal, filling in as chair, grilled Willis on everything from her office&rsquo;s spending to her use of a media tracking service. Willis fired back, calling some questions &ldquo;ignorant&rdquo;.&nbsp;
Both sides threw punches. Dolezal pointed to Willis&rsquo; political donations and her staff&rsquo;s ties to Democratic campaigns. Willis countered with social media posts showing Dolezal and others using the investigation for their own political gain.&nbsp;
The hearing ended with no clear resolution&mdash;just more finger-pointing.&nbsp;
 STORY 5:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/update-19-year-old-shot-by-gwinnett-police-after-charging-officers-with-a-knife/article_1798eb0d-d011-4834-b325-223fae5485c4.html">UPDATE: 19-year-old shot by Gwinnett police after charging officers with a knife</a>&nbsp;
Gwinnett County police are looking into a Thursday afternoon shooting involving one of their own.&nbsp;
It started around 1:40 p.m. when the State Mobile Crisis Team called officers to help with a mental health situation on Lockridge Drive, near Peachtree Corners.&nbsp;
When officers arrived, they spoke with the crisis team and a 19-year-old outside the home. Clinicians decided the teen needed to go to the hospital for evaluation. But things escalated fast.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The subject went back inside, came out with a knife, and charged at the officer,&rdquo; said Cpl. Angela Carter. &ldquo;Despite commands to stop, the officer fired, striking the individual.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Paramedics on scene treated the teen, who was taken to the hospital and is alive, though their condition is unclear.&nbsp;
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now handling the case, as is standard in officer-involved shootings.&nbsp;
 Here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&nbsp;
-Interview with Shane Delancey-
Break 3:&nbsp;THE STRAND&nbsp;
 STORY 6: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/news/uga-researchers-find-more-evidence-that-mining-would-harm-okefenokee/article_c6d870d1-9ecc-4f93-ad90-819f589e6989.html">UGA researchers find more evidence that mining would harm Okefenokee</a>&nbsp;
New research has added weight to what environmentalists have been saying for years: mining near the Okefenokee Swamp is a terrible idea.&nbsp;
Scientists at UGA found that water in the swamp and the aquifer beneath it share the same &ldquo;fingerprint,&rdquo; meaning they&rsquo;re connected. Pull water from the aquifer? You&rsquo;re pulling it from the swamp too.&nbsp;
For years, it was assumed a thick clay layer separated the two, but this study flips that on its head. Rainfall raises the swamp&rsquo;s water level&mdash;and, a month later, the aquifer&rsquo;s.&nbsp;
Activists are calling the findings a &ldquo;game changer.&rdquo;&nbsp;
 STORY 7: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/sports/prep/gwinnett-native-todd-welborn-named-mountain-view-head-football-coach/article_41eb380d-4814-404f-bfe0-0ebb31f470d0.html">Gwinnett Native Todd Welborn Named Mountain View Head Football Coach</a>&nbsp;
Mountain View has tapped Todd Welborn as its new head football coach for the 2026 season, and honestly, it feels like a homegrown story coming full circle.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Welborn, a former Collins Hill offensive lineman and a 26-year coaching veteran, has spent most of his career in Gwinnett County. For the past four years, he&rsquo;s been a key part of Mountain View&rsquo;s program, serving as defensive coordinator and handling a lot of behind-the-scenes work. Now, he&rsquo;s stepping into the top spot, replacing John Poitevint, who led the Bears to three playoff runs from 2020 to 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Welborn, who&rsquo;s deeply rooted in the Mountain View community&mdash;his kids attend local schools, his wife teaches in the cluster, and he&rsquo;s coached youth football in the area&mdash;sees potential. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ve got talented kids,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s time to fix last year&rsquo;s mistakes and let the sun rise over Mountain View.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Top Stories for December 18th 

Publish Date: December 18th 

PRE-ROLL: SUGAR HILL ICE SKATING 

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

Today is Thursday, December 18th and Happy birthday to Keith Richards 


I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. 
Arizona developer building 300-plus apartments in Peachtree Corners' Technology Park
First buildings underway at Sugarloaf Crest in Lawrenceville
GGC celebrates future nurses during pinning ceremony 

  Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats 

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Break 1: GCPS Hiring-Villa Rica Wonderland Train 


STORY 1: Arizona developer building 300-plus apartments in Peachtree Corners' Technology Park 

Technology Park Atlanta, a hub for Fortune 500 companies and tech innovators, is about to get a residential twist. Soon, it won’t just be a place to work—it’ll be home for hundreds. 

Alliance Residential Company, the Arizona-based developer behind Broadstone Peachtree Corners, has snagged 10.7 acres in the park to build Broadstone Innovation, a 326-unit apartment community set to open in spring 2027. 

Think sleek, modern living: a salt sauna, red-light therapy pods, a resort-style pool, EV chargers, and even a food truck zone.  


STORY 2: First buildings underway at Sugarloaf Crest in Lawrenceville 

Parkland Residential has kicked off vertical construction at Sugarloaf Crest, a new build-to-rent community in Gwinnett County. What’s that mean? Townhomes—67 of them—are going up on 5.2 acres, complete with a big central green space. 

Located on Sugarloaf Parkway, right next to Richards Middle and Cedar Hill Elementary, these two- and three-bedroom homes are designed for modern living: open layouts, sleek kitchens, walk-in closets, and even washers and dryers included. The three-bedroom units? They’ve got lofts and nearly 2,000 square feet of space. 


STORY 3: GGC celebrates future nurses during pinning ceremony 

In a room buzzing with pride and emotion, 39 nursing students at Georgia Gwinnett College celebrated their pinning ceremony—a moment that marks the leap from student to nurse. 

“Y’all, it’s been two years!” joked Merick Sanogo, the class speaker, earning laughs and cheers. His classmates surprised him with a pineapple, a nod to his quirky tradition of gifting one on every birthday. 

The ceremony, steeped in tradition, included the lighting of the Nightingale Lamp and the Nurse Pledge. For Prudence Donald, an international student from Tanzania, it was a dream realized. “If you can dream it, you can achieve it,” she said. 

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STORY 4:   Freight rail line from coast to northwest Georgia reports record traffic 

Georgia’s freight rail line from the Port of Savannah to Murray County just hit a record: nearly 4,000 containers moved in November, a 35% jump from last year. Seven CSX trains a week now roll through the Appalachian Regional Port near Chatsworth, cutting truck traffic—and emissions—in metro Atlanta. 

Opened in 2018, the inland port is fueling growth in northwest Georgia. A UGA study found it added 5,600 jobs in Dalton, Rome, and beyond over two years. And there’s more to come: the $127 million Blue Ridge Connector, opening next spring, promises to expand rail capacity even further. 


STORY 5: GGC's Devontre Chaney, Brasen James Earn Continental Athletic Conference Awards 

Georgia Gwinnett College juniors Devontre Chaney and Brasen James just snagged Continental Athletic Conference Player of the Week honors after leading the Grizzlies to a big road win. 

Chaney? He was unstoppable—15 points, 15 boards, and eight assists. Oh, and he went 9-for-10 at the line. That’s his seventh double-double this season. The guy’s averaging 15.9 points and 10.2 rebounds. 

James locked it down defensively, holding his matchup to just six points (16 below average) while adding 14 of his own. 

FALCONS: As the Falcons limp toward the end of a rough 2025 season, the big question looms: will Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot keep their jobs? Atlanta’s 5-9 record doesn’t inspire much confidence, even after Thursday’s wild 29-28 comeback win over Tampa Bay. Sure, it was fun—rallying from 14 down in the fourth quarter—but in the grand scheme? It’s meaningless. The playoffs are out of reach, even in the laughable NFC South. 

Despite a 13-18 record, failed coaching hires, and some head-scratching moves (what was that with Ike Hilliard?), Morris has the locker room behind him. Bijan Robinson, for one, is all in.  

Owner Arthur Blank will have a tough call to make. Morris says it’s about building for next year, but will he get the chance? Three games remain—Arizona, the Rams, and the Saints. If the Falcons finish strong, maybe Morris gets another shot.  


And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats 


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Top Stories for December 18th&nbsp;
Publish Date:&nbsp;December&nbsp;18th&nbsp;
PRE-ROLL: SUGAR HILL ICE SKATING&nbsp;
From the&nbsp;BG&nbsp;AD Group&nbsp;Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.&nbsp;
Today is&nbsp;Thursday,&nbsp;December&nbsp;18th&nbsp;and Happy birthday to&nbsp;Keith Richards&nbsp;
 I&rsquo;m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia.&nbsp;
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 STORY 1: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/arizona-developer-building-300-plus-apartments-in-peachtree-corners-technology-park/article_65cce4fd-5f44-4ea1-b042-45d24d4f219b.html">Arizona developer building 300-plus apartments in Peachtree Corners' Technology Park</a>&nbsp;
Technology Park Atlanta, a hub for Fortune 500 companies and tech innovators, is about to get a residential twist. Soon, it&nbsp;won&rsquo;t&nbsp;just be a place to work&mdash;it&rsquo;ll&nbsp;be home for hundreds.&nbsp;
Alliance Residential Company, the Arizona-based developer behind Broadstone Peachtree Corners, has snagged&nbsp;10.7 acres&nbsp;in the park to build Broadstone Innovation, a 326-unit apartment community set to open in spring 2027.&nbsp;
Think sleek, modern living: a salt sauna, red-light therapy pods, a resort-style pool, EV chargers, and even a food truck zone.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 STORY 2:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/first-buildings-underway-at-sugarloaf-crest-in-lawrenceville/article_e284a917-e2a1-48ff-ad59-0f47cb457171.html">First buildings underway at Sugarloaf Crest in Lawrenceville</a>&nbsp;
Parkland Residential has kicked off vertical construction at Sugarloaf Crest, a new build-to-rent community in Gwinnett County. What&rsquo;s that mean? Townhomes&mdash;67 of them&mdash;are going up on 5.2 acres, complete with a big central green space.&nbsp;
Located on Sugarloaf Parkway, right next to Richards Middle and Cedar Hill Elementary, these two- and three-bedroom homes are designed for modern living: open layouts, sleek kitchens, walk-in closets, and even washers and dryers included. The three-bedroom units?&nbsp;They&rsquo;ve got&nbsp;lofts and&nbsp;nearly 2,000&nbsp;square feet of space.&nbsp;
 STORY 3:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/ggc-celebrates-future-nurses-during-pinning-ceremony/article_c1d14c6f-3680-4063-8885-a878c3cfedcc.html">GGC celebrates future nurses during pinning ceremony</a>&nbsp;
In a room buzzing with pride and emotion, 39 nursing students at Georgia Gwinnett College celebrated their pinning ceremony&mdash;a moment that marks the leap from student to nurse.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Y&rsquo;all, it&rsquo;s been two years!&rdquo; joked Merick Sanogo, the class speaker, earning laughs and cheers. His classmates surprised him with a pineapple, a nod to his quirky tradition of gifting one on every birthday.&nbsp;
The ceremony, steeped in tradition, included the lighting of the Nightingale Lamp and the Nurse Pledge. For Prudence Donald, an international student from Tanzania, it was a dream realized. &ldquo;If you can dream it, you can achieve it,&rdquo; she said.&nbsp;
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 STORY&nbsp;4:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/news/freight-rail-line-from-coast-to-northwest-georgia-reports-record-traffic/article_f8d5e3e9-c580-43da-850c-6069f0eee943.html">Freight rail line from coast to northwest Georgia reports record traffic</a>&nbsp;
Georgia&rsquo;s freight rail line from the Port of Savannah to Murray County just hit a record: nearly 4,000 containers moved in November, a 35% jump from last year. Seven CSX trains a week now roll through the Appalachian Regional Port near Chatsworth, cutting truck traffic&mdash;and emissions&mdash;in metro Atlanta.&nbsp;
Opened in 2018, the inland port is fueling growth in northwest Georgia. A UGA study found it added 5,600 jobs in Dalton, Rome,&nbsp;and beyond&nbsp;over two years. And&nbsp;there&rsquo;s&nbsp;more to come: the $127 million Blue Ridge Connector, opening next spring, promises to expand rail capacity even further.&nbsp;
 STORY&nbsp;5:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/sports/ggcs-devontre-chaney-brasen-james-earn-continental-athletic-conference-awards/article_30be69f8-7c9b-4b66-a577-9e16b6d653c7.html">GGC's Devontre Chaney, Brasen James Earn Continental Athletic Conference Awards</a>&nbsp;
Georgia Gwinnett College juniors Devontre Chaney and Brasen James just snagged Continental Athletic Conference Player of the Week honors after leading the Grizzlies to a big road win.&nbsp;
Chaney? He was unstoppable&mdash;15 points, 15 boards, and eight assists. Oh, and he went 9-for-10&nbsp;at&nbsp;the line.&nbsp;That&rsquo;s&nbsp;his&nbsp;seventh&nbsp;double-double this season. The guy&rsquo;s&nbsp;averaging&nbsp;15.9 points and 10.2 rebounds.&nbsp;
James locked it down defensively, holding his matchup to just six points (16 below average) while adding 14 of his own.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.mdjonline.com/sports/questions-loom-as-disappointing-atlanta-falcons-season-winds-down/article_c57b371c-22f9-508a-baf1-842a91e36816.html">FALCONS:</a>&nbsp;As the Falcons limp toward the end of a rough 2025 season, the big question looms: will Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot keep their jobs? Atlanta&rsquo;s 5-9 record&nbsp;doesn&rsquo;t&nbsp;inspire much confidence, even after Thursday&rsquo;s wild 29-28 comeback win over Tampa Bay. Sure, it was fun&mdash;rallying from 14 down in&nbsp;the fourth quarter&mdash;but in the grand scheme?&nbsp;It&rsquo;s&nbsp;meaningless. The playoffs are out of reach, even in the laughable NFC South.&nbsp;
Despite a 13-18 record, failed coaching hires, and some head-scratching moves (what&nbsp;was&nbsp;that with Ike Hilliard?),&nbsp;Morris has the locker room behind him. Bijan Robinson, for one, is all in.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Owner Arthur Blank will have a tough call to make. Morris says&nbsp;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;about&nbsp;building for&nbsp;next year, but will he get the chance? Three games&nbsp;remain&mdash;Arizona, the Rams, and the Saints. If the Falcons finish strong,&nbsp;maybe Morris&nbsp;gets another shot.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats&nbsp;
 We&rsquo;ll have closing comments after this&nbsp;&nbsp;
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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;
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Top Stories for December 16th 

Publish Date: December 16th 


PRE-ROLL: Villa Rica Wonderland Train 

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

Today is Tuesday, December 16th and Happy Birthday to Yosemite Sam 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. 
Gwinnett leaders update lawmakers on voting site challenges, public safety efforts
Brookwood High selected to participate in the GaDOE Gifted in Action series
Gwinnett Chamber announces 2025 Business Excellence Award winners 


Plus, Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

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! 

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STORY 1: Gwinnett leaders update lawmakers on voting site challenges, public safety efforts 

Gwinnett County is cutting polling locations—down from 156 to 144—and the reason? Insurance headaches. Churches and private organizations, once reliable voting sites, are pulling out, according to Elections Supervisor Zach Manifold.  

Manifold shared the news during a meeting with Gwinnett’s state lawmakers, where elections and public safety took center stage. Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson emphasized collaboration: “When local and state leaders work together, we serve our residents better.” 

On the safety side, Police Chief J.D. McClure highlighted staffing gains and a futuristic twist—drones as “first eyes” on crime scenes. Progress, but challenges remain. 


STORY 2: Brookwood High selected to participate in the GaDOE Gifted in Action series 

Brookwood High just got a big nod from the Georgia Department of Education—it’s been featured in the GaDOE Gifted in Action series, a webinar collection for educators working with gifted and talented students. 

Eric Rovie’s AP Literature and Language classes were in the spotlight, with the GaDOE team recording his students in action. Rovie’s approach? Open discussions, tough questions, and a classroom built on trust.  

Gifted education isn’t just about acceleration, says Dr. Keena Ryals-Jenkins of GCPS—it’s about sparking curiosity and pushing boundaries. 


STORY 3: Gwinnett Chamber announces 2025 Business Excellence Award winners 

The Gwinnett Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards lit up the John Maxwell Leadership Center last week, celebrating the movers, shakers, and innovators shaping Gwinnett’s business scene. 

Nick Masino, Chamber President & CEO, kicked things off, followed by keynote speaker Darryll Stinson—a TEDx speaker and leadership guru—who delivered a heartfelt, no-fluff message about trust, growth, and greatness. “It’s about elevating results,” he said, leaving the room buzzing. 

Masino summed it up: “When our businesses thrive, so does our region.” 

Winners spanned 10 categories, from Spectrum Autism Support Group (Community Contributor) to iS3 Tech Services’ Adam Hammock (Founder Award). A night of well-earned applause. 


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STORY 4: Gwinnett road closures Dec. 13-19 

Heads up, Gwinnett drivers—here’s what’s happening on the roads this week (Dec. 13–19). Expect closures, detours, and delays, all courtesy of construction, utility work, and improvements.   

Big ones to note: **Ballpark Lane** is closed through April 2026. Detours are in place, but, yeah, plan extra time.   

Other spots with intermittent lane closures include **Beaver Ruin Road**, **Sugarloaf Parkway**, and **Rockbridge Road**—plus about 30 more.   

For details or detour routes, contact the Gwinnett DOT. 


STORY 5: ART BEAT: Players Guild at Sugar Hill to stage 'The Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder' 

Looking for a darkly funny way to kick off the new year? *The Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder* hits Sugar Hill’s Eagle Theatre stage Feb. 6–15, promising six performances of murder, mayhem, and music.   

The story? Monty Navarro, a broke clerk, discovers he’s ninth in line to inherit a fancy title and fortune. His solution? Start “removing” the D’Ysquith family members ahead of him. It’s twisted, hilarious, and based on the 1907 novel *Israel Rank*.   

JD Touchton stars as Monty, marking his first musical role in four years.   

Tickets? Boxoffice@pgatsh.com. 

Now, here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre 

- Shane Delancey - 


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STORY 6: Mill Creek Grad Holden Cammarata Runs 100-Mile Day for Williams Syndrome 

Holden Cammarata had a wild dream—run 100 miles in a single day. Not a marathon, not two, but *four*.   

The 2025 Mill Creek grad and Georgia Tech freshman had always pushed himself, running cross country in high school and now with Georgia Tech’s club team. But this? This was next level. “It’s a big jump,” he admitted. “With my foot surgery coming up, I figured this might be my last shot.”   

But Holden didn’t just run for himself. He ran for Molly Kate Cloer, the little sister of his high school teammate Tyler, who has Williams Syndrome. Inspired by their family, he turned his grueling goal into a fundraiser, raising over $8,000 for the cause.   

The run itself? Brutal. By mile 60, his injured foot was screaming. By mile 80, the park closed, forcing him to finish in a church parking lot. Every step hurt. But his parents, old teammates, and even strangers showed up to cheer him on, some running alongside him.   

After 25 hours, 33 minutes, and 32 seconds, Holden crossed the finish line—exhausted, in pain, but surrounded by love.   


STORY 7: Northside Hospital Gwinnett named one of nation's best for maternity care 

Northside Hospital Gwinnett just got some big news—it’s officially one of the best places in the country to have a baby, according to *U.S. News & World Report*.   

The hospital earned a “High Performing” rating for maternity care, putting it in the top 10% nationwide for uncomplicated pregnancies. Pretty impressive, right? Last year alone, they delivered 4,245 babies.   

Northside Gwinnett also scored high marks in 15 other areas, from heart surgery to stroke care. When you’re here, you’re family. 

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Top Stories for&nbsp;December&nbsp;16th&nbsp;
Publish Date:&nbsp;December&nbsp;16th&nbsp;
 PRE-ROLL: Villa Rica Wonderland Train&nbsp;
From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.&nbsp;
Today is&nbsp;Tuesday,&nbsp;December&nbsp;16th&nbsp;and Happy Birthday to&nbsp;Yosemite Sam&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m&nbsp;Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia.&nbsp;
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 Plus, Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&nbsp;
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 STORY 1:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/gwinnett-leaders-update-lawmakers-on-voting-site-challenges-public-safety-efforts/article_93839671-f66b-445e-9f71-89efb0cdda8a.html">Gwinnett leaders update lawmakers on voting site challenges, public safety efforts</a>&nbsp;
Gwinnett County is cutting polling locations&mdash;down from 156 to 144&mdash;and the reason? Insurance headaches. Churches and private organizations, once reliable voting sites, are pulling out, according to Elections Supervisor Zach Manifold.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Manifold shared the news during a meeting with Gwinnett&rsquo;s state lawmakers, where elections and public safety took center stage.&nbsp;Chairwoman&nbsp;Nicole Love Hendrickson emphasized collaboration: &ldquo;When local and state leaders work together, we serve our residents better.&rdquo;&nbsp;
On the safety side, Police Chief J.D. McClure highlighted staffing gains and a futuristic twist&mdash;drones as &ldquo;first eyes&rdquo; on crime scenes. Progress, but challenges&nbsp;remain.&nbsp;
 STORY 2:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/brookwood-high-selected-to-participate-in-the-gadoe-gifted-in-action-series/article_6d1fde42-5b74-4cf7-a3e4-2c51e7f34ea4.html">Brookwood High selected to participate in the GaDOE Gifted in Action series</a>&nbsp;
Brookwood High just got a big nod from the Georgia Department of Education&mdash;it&rsquo;s been featured in the GaDOE Gifted in Action&nbsp;series,&nbsp;a webinar&nbsp;collection for educators working with gifted and talented students.&nbsp;
Eric&nbsp;Rovie&rsquo;s&nbsp;AP Literature and Language classes were in the spotlight, with the GaDOE team recording his students in action.&nbsp;Rovie&rsquo;s&nbsp;approach? Open discussions, tough questions, and a classroom built on trust.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Gifted education&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;just about acceleration, says Dr. Keena Ryals-Jenkins of GCPS&mdash;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;about sparking curiosity and pushing boundaries.&nbsp;
 STORY 3:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/gwinnett-chamber-announces-2025-business-excellence-award-winners/article_cd8d8457-2061-4d45-8aa9-04b3fd52e3fe.html">Gwinnett Chamber announces 2025 Business Excellence Award winners</a>&nbsp;
The Gwinnett Chamber&rsquo;s Business Excellence Awards lit up the John Maxwell Leadership Center last week, celebrating the movers, shakers, and innovators shaping Gwinnett&rsquo;s business scene.&nbsp;
Nick Masino, Chamber President &amp; CEO, kicked things off, followed by keynote speaker Darryll Stinson&mdash;a TEDx speaker and leadership guru&mdash;who delivered a heartfelt, no-fluff message about trust, growth, and greatness. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s about elevating results,&rdquo; he said, leaving the room buzzing.&nbsp;
Masino summed it up: &ldquo;When our businesses thrive, so does our region.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Winners spanned 10 categories, from Spectrum Autism Support Group (Community Contributor) to iS3 Tech&nbsp;Services&rsquo;&nbsp;Adam Hammock (Founder Award). A night of well-earned applause.&nbsp;
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 Break 2: Ingles Markets - DTL HOLIDAY&nbsp;
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STORY 4:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/gwinnett-road-closures-dec-13-19/article_c4cdcc21-8daf-4a31-aabe-b6c1fd454c93.html">Gwinnett road closures Dec. 13-19</a>&nbsp;
Heads up, Gwinnett drivers&mdash;here&rsquo;s&nbsp;what&rsquo;s&nbsp;happening on the roads this week (Dec. 13&ndash;19). Expect closures, detours, and delays, all courtesy of construction, utility work, and improvements.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Big ones to note: **Ballpark Lane** is closed through April 2026. Detours are in place, but, yeah, plan extra time.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Other spots with intermittent lane closures include **Beaver Ruin Road**, **Sugarloaf Parkway**, and **Rockbridge Road**&mdash;plus about 30 more.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
For details or detour routes, contact the Gwinnett DOT.&nbsp;
 STORY 5: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/entertainment/art-beat-players-guild-at-sugar-hill-to-stage-the-gentlemans-guide-to-love-and/article_02afff85-42bb-46e0-a9f4-6e02c51f1498.html">ART BEAT: Players Guild at Sugar Hill to stage 'The Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder'</a>&nbsp;
Looking for a darkly funny way to kick off the new year? *The Gentleman&rsquo;s Guide to Love and Murder* hits Sugar Hill&rsquo;s Eagle Theatre stage Feb. 6&ndash;15, promising six performances of murder, mayhem, and music.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The story? Monty Navarro, a broke clerk, discovers he&rsquo;s ninth in line to inherit a fancy title and fortune. His solution? Start &ldquo;removing&rdquo; the D&rsquo;Ysquith family members ahead of him. It&rsquo;s twisted, hilarious, and based on the 1907 novel *Israel Rank*.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
JD Touchton stars as Monty, marking his first musical role in four years.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Tickets? <a href="mailto:Boxoffice@pgatsh.com">Boxoffice@pgatsh.com</a>.&nbsp; Now, here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre&nbsp;
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 Break 3:&nbsp;THE STRAND HOLIDAY&nbsp;
 STORY 6:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/sports/mill-creek-grad-holden-cammarata-runs-100-mile-day-for-williams-syndrome/article_d0c39a49-f8d0-4199-a74c-2a1f3fe709fb.html">Mill Creek Grad Holden Cammarata Runs 100-Mile Day for Williams Syndrome</a>&nbsp;
Holden Cammarata had a wild dream&mdash;run 100 miles in a single day. Not a marathon, not two, but *four*.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The 2025 Mill Creek grad and Georgia Tech freshman had always pushed himself, running cross country in high school and now with Georgia Tech&rsquo;s club team. But this? This was next level. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a big jump,&rdquo; he admitted. &ldquo;With my foot surgery coming up, I figured this might be my last shot.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
But Holden didn&rsquo;t just run for himself. He ran for Molly Kate Cloer, the little sister of his high school teammate Tyler, who has Williams Syndrome. Inspired by their family, he turned his grueling goal into a fundraiser, raising over $8,000 for the cause.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The run itself? Brutal. By mile 60, his injured foot was screaming. By mile 80, the park closed, forcing him to finish in a church parking lot. Every step hurt. But his parents, old teammates, and even strangers showed up to cheer him on, some running alongside him.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
After 25 hours, 33 minutes, and 32 seconds, Holden crossed the finish line&mdash;exhausted, in pain, but surrounded by love.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 STORY 7: <a href="https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/local/northside-hospital-gwinnett-named-one-of-nations-best-for-maternity-care/article_869814db-fcec-409b-a909-a2d5dabae757.html">Northside Hospital Gwinnett named one of nation's best for maternity care</a>&nbsp;
Northside Hospital Gwinnett just got some big news&mdash;it&rsquo;s officially one of the best places in the country to have a baby, according to *U.S. News &amp; World Report*.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The hospital earned a &ldquo;High Performing&rdquo; rating for maternity care, putting it in the top 10% nationwide for uncomplicated pregnancies. Pretty impressive, right? Last year alone, they delivered 4,245 babies.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Northside Gwinnett also scored high marks in 15 other areas, from heart surgery to stroke care. When you&rsquo;re here, you&rsquo;re family.&nbsp;
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