🌱 Holiday Task Force + Chili Cookoff + Loganville High Sports Win Big

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Loganville-Grayson Daily, fresh off the presses. Here's all the local news you need to know right now, including...

• Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor launches Holiday Task Force
• GECC Chili Cookoff returns this Saturday
• A banner weekend for several Loganville High School sports teams

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and nice. High: 75 Low: 46.

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

1. Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor announced the launch of the office's Holiday Task Force. The purpose of the task force is to "deter crime as the county prepares for the increase in holiday traffic," according to Sheriff Taylor. Beginning on Nov. 23, sworn personnel will conduct area checks of local neighborhoods, businesses, churches, and schools. (Rolling Out)
2. The Greater Eastside Chamber of Commerce's Chili Cookoff returns this Saturday, Nov. 12 at Bay Creek Park. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests can enjoy some of the community's finest chili (or enter, if they're feeling bold!). While general admission to the event is free, taste-testing tickets are $10 per person, while chili-tasting booths are $60. (Eventbrite)
3. It's been a banner weekend for Loganville High School sports teams! On Saturday, Nov. 5, the school's competition cheer team qualified for the GHSA State Sweet Sixteen, happening this weekend in Macon. Also on Nov. 5, the boys' and girls' cross country teams headed to the GHSA State Meet; the boys placed 12th and the girls placed 18th overall. Congratulations to all the student-athletes! (Loganville High School via Facebook: Competition Cheer Team, Boys' Cross Country, Girls' Cross Country)
4. Yesterday, the Justice Department announced plans to monitor compliance with federal voting rights laws in 64 jurisdictions — including Gwinnett County. Civil Rights Division personnel will be available throughout the day to field any complaints related to potential violations of voting rights laws. According to a press release from the department, the Civil Rights Division has regularly monitored elections around the U.S. since the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. (Reporter Newspapers + Atlanta Intown)
5. Looking for a new career opportunity that's not too far from home? Several employers in Loganville and the surrounding area are looking to hire for full-time and part-time positions. Visit the link to view job listings and application information. (Loganville-Grayson Patch)

Today in and around Loganville-Grayson:

• GCPS Special Education Paraprofessional Fair & Information Session At J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center, Suwanee (9:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
• Toddler Time At Grayson Branch Library (10:30 AM)
• Paint N Sip Party At Philanthropy Grill And Ale House, Loganville (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you're looking to add a new furry friend to your household, consider one of the Gwinnett Animal Shelter's adoptable pets of the week. Visit the link for more information and some adorable photos. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
• Planning to watch the Loganville High vs. Dalton matchup this Saturday, Nov. 12 at Red Devil Stadium? Tickets are available for purchase here. (Loganville High School via Facebook)
• In the latest edition of Coffee with Calvin, Gwinnett County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts talks with the six finalists for GCPS' 2023 Teacher of the Year award. Visit the link to view the episode. (Gwinnett County Public Schools via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.