🌱 Wednesday Night House Fire + High School Student Shot And Killed

Hey, everybody. It's Friday in Dacula and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 69 Low: 49.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dacula:

1. Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services reports that a dog died in a house fire on Wednesday. The incident occurred in the 5000 block of Hidden Branch Drive. Two adults and two additional dogs were displaced due to the fire. The American Red Cross is helping the individuals. The department determined that the fire was accidental and started because of the home's stove. (Patch)
2. A Gwinnett County woman has been named a finalist for Georgia's 2022-2023 Early Childhood Educators of the Year award. Elianne Aguilera, a resident of nearby Lawrenceville, is a finalist in the award's Toddler Category. She is an educator at Eli's Academy. Each finalist will receive $500 from the program. If they win, they will receive $3,000 for personal use, $2,000 for a classroom makeover, and up to $2,500 for travel costs associated with the winner's duties. (Gwinnett Daily Post)
3. The Gwinnett County Police Department reports that a Norcross High School student was shot and killed on Wednesday near the school's campus. DeAndre Henderson, 17 years old, was found on Technology Drive and died after being transported to a local hospital. The department believes the shooting is an isolated incident. The investigation is being handled by the department. (Fox 5 Atlanta)

Today in Dacula:

• Pop-Up Park Picnic At Rabbit Hill Park (All Day)
• Love & Hiking Date At Little Mulberry Park (All Day)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Dacula area to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Dacula Patch)
• Are you in the market for a new best friend? Consider this list of adoption-ready pets in the Dacula area that are searching for a forever home. Click to view the complete list. (Dacula Patch)
• The Gwinnett County Public Library is hosting Halloween Fest at Alexander Park on Monday from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)

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— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.