🌱 Fatal Hit-And-Run + Windance Lake Zoning Approval + Green Awards

Hi all. It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Loganville-Grayson Daily — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in our community today. Today's issue includes...

• A nearby hit-and-run accident that killed one person
• Zoning approval for new single-family homes in Loganville
• Community Night Out at Meridian Park

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine and hot. High: 91 Low: 57.

Here are the top five stories today in Loganville-Grayson:

1. Gwinnett County police say a local woman was killed in a hit-and-run accident on Wednesday morning. The crash occurred near Indian Trail Lilburn Road and Steve Reynolds Boulevard in nearby Norcross. As of Wednesday afternoon, the victim's identity had not been released, though officials described her as a woman in her 70s. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
2. A new single-family home community is coming to Loganville after receiving zoning approval from Gwinnett County. The Windance Lake neighborhood will feature a total of 111 new homes, ranging from 1,800-2,000 square feet. Home prices are expected to start from the low $400,000s. (Metro Atlanta CEO)
3. Several Gwinnett County community members and organizations were recognized for their environmental stewardship during Governor Brian Kemp's recent Environmental Address. Two Georgia Gwinnett College students, Brian Land and Ngoc Lan Thanh Lee, each received $2,500 scholarships. The Gwinnett County Police Department was also named the Green Community Partner of the Year during the ceremony. (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
4. The Walton County Sheriff's Office will host this year's Community Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Meridian Park in Loganville. The theme of the event will be "Walton County Stands United," and a variety of local agencies and nonprofits will be available to share information on community safety, unity, and crime prevention. The event will run from 4:00-8:00 p.m. (Walton County GA Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
5. Officials are investigating after more than a dozen fights broke out Monday morning at a Gwinnett County high school. The fights led to a lockdown at the school, and many of them were recorded and shared to social media by student witnesses. Bernard Watson, a spokesperson for the district, says the students involved were dismissed early and can expect to face disciplinary action. (WSB Radio)

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Today in Loganville-Grayson:

• Preschool Storytime At Gwinnett County Public Library, Grayson Branch (10:30 AM)
• Public Safety Day At Loganville Town Green (5:00 PM)
• Weekday Bingo And Raffle Games At American Legion Post 233 (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Have you made it to the Gwinnett County Fair yet? Check out the link to see the latest pictures from the fair and discover the rides, games, exhibits, and shows you won't want to miss. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
• The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office reminded citizens to register to vote on Tuesday in honor of National Voter Registration Day. Don't forget to check your registration status or update your voter record before Georgia’s General Election on Nov. 8. (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Georgia Gwinnett College will host Preview Days for high school and transfer students on Oct. 1 and Nov. 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Visit ggc.edu to learn more and register for a tour. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.