🌱 Duluth Patch: What's Happening Today (Thu, Apr 27)

Hello all. It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town today.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Couple of thunderstorms. High: 68 Low: 58.
• Friday: Mostly cloudy, showers around. High: 75 Low: 54.
• Saturday: Partly sunny and beautiful. High: 77 Low: 56.

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Here are the top three stories in Duluth today:

1. Lawrenceville recognizes students who completed leadership development program (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
2. Former Falcons player accused of shooting at woman’s car with kids inside at Gwinnett park (WSB Atlanta)
3. Pair busted for stealing thousands worth of allergy medication (FOX 5 Atlanta)

Coming up in Duluth:

Thursday, April 27

• 6S Brewery Tour At 6S Brewing Company (6:00 PM)

Friday, April 28

• Twelve Dancing Princesses At Red Clay Music Foundry (7:00 PM)

Saturday, April 29

• Georgia Swarm vs. Halifax Thunderbirds At Gas South Arena (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Duluth Police Department: "The Duluth Police Department congratulates Cynthia White for her 22 years of service to our agency! Cynthia has served as a Senior Communications Officer. (Duluth Police Department via Facebook)
• Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office: "The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office congratulates the following for April Spotlight of the Month: Sergeant Perkins, Master Deputy Harri, and Master Deputy Tharp. (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Georgia Gwinnett College: "It’s officially finals season and General is busy studying hard! Just a few more days to go, Grizzlies – you got this!" (Georgia Gwinnett College via Instagram)
• Gwinnett County Public Schools: "Dr. Pugh says that students help her become the person and counselor that they need and deserve. Dr. Pugh is a school counselor at Gwin Oaks ES, and is our #Shine Staff Member of the Day!" (Gwinnett County Public Schools via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• End School to Prison Pipeline Conference 2023 (April 29)
• Latin Dance Party near Atlanta @ Tonys Johns Creek Sat April 29, 2023 (April 29)
• BINGO-Family Fun Night (May 1)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra - With One Accord (May 6)
• Live Interview With Debra Stipe, Actress to benefit Saprea (May 9)
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You're all caught up for today. See you all soon for another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek