🌱 Spirits & Spirits Event + Brookwood HS Lockdown

Hello and happy Thursday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening locally. Today we'll cover:

• The Spirits & Spirits event is gearing up for its best year ever
• Brookwood High School in lockdown after two incidents on Wednesday
• Emergency rental assistance program to close on Nov. 8

But first, today's weather:

Nice with plenty of sunshine. High: 72 Low: 51.

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

1. This year's Spirits and Spirits event in Gwinnett is aiming to be the best one yet! On Friday, Oct. 28, you'll be able to experience live pumpkin carving and a truly wild after-party. But the best part of the event is the spine-chilling look at local true crimes. Visit the link to get your tickets now. (Explore Gwinnett via Instagram)
2. On Wednesday, Brookwood High School in Gwinnett County went into lockdown after two separate but disturbing incidents. A suspect search was being conducted in the area, followed by a weapons search inside the school itself. Police have stated there is no credible threat over concern about potential weapons at the school. Despite this, the school remained in a 'soft lockdown' until yesterday evening. (11Alive.com WXIA)
3. The emergency rental assistance program portal for Gwinnett County is scheduled to close shortly. Project RESET 2.0 was first implemented back in April 2021. Gwinnett County had been given $55 million from the federal government to provide support and assistance to those directly impacted by the COVID-9 pandemic. The portal will close on Nov. 8 for new applications, and on Nov. 15 for recertifications. For more information, visit the link. (WSB Radio)
4. Want to dedicate your career to serving the community? The City of Loganville is currently hiring for multiple full-time positions. Available openings include Water Distribution Technician, Wastewater Collection Technician, and Sergeant EMT. Visit the city's website for job details and application information. (City of Loganville)
5. Commencement ceremonies have been announced for the Walton County School District for 2023. Graduates of 2023 will attend the ceremonies on May 23 through May 25, 2023. All events will be live-streamed for those who can't attend in person. Click the link to learn more. (Walton County School District - GA via Facebook)

Today in and around Loganville-Grayson:

• Halloween Scavenger Hunt at Northlake-Barbara Loar Library in Tucker (10:00 AM)
• City Council Work Session/Called Meeting at City of Walnut Grove City Hall (10:00 AM)
• Lawrenceville Ghost Tour at Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville (7:30 PM)
• Brews And Boos at Lawrenceville Arts Center in Lawrenceville (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Marching Red Devils from Loganville High School got to trek to Athens to see the UGA Redcoat Band! Students got to watch a college band rehearse and perform! (Loganville High School Band via Instagram)
• On Tuesday, the Varsity Flag Football team beat Clarke Central 19-0, and Greene county 30-0! (Loganville High School via Facebook)
• Did you miss the Gwinnett Library interview with the legendary William Shatner? Now you can listen to the whole event online! Click the link to check it out. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• If you have thoughts on the proposed curriculum for the Gwinnett County Public Schools, this is your time! Click the link to provide input and suggestions on the courses planned for next year. (Gwinnett County Public Schools via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! 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.