🌱 Phone System Goes Down In City Hall + Marching Red Devils Win Big

Morning, Loganville-Grayson! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Loganville-Grayson Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally, including:

• Phones go down in Loganville City Hall
• Loganville High’s Marching Red Devil win big at the March The Plank Invitational
• Halloween goat yoga this weekend

But first, today's weather:

Some sun; breezy in the p.m.. High: 78 Low: 58.

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

1. Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office is looking for volunteers to help out during the 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Food Giveaway. This event will help provide delicious Thanksgiving dinners to those in need. After a triumphant first year, officials are hoping that turnout for the second year will have even bigger numbers. For more information and to sign up, visit the link. (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
2. On Monday, the phones at City Hall went down. Anyone trying to call into City Hall found themselves in trouble, as all lines in the establishment were non-functional. This did not impact people attempting to call 911. The issue has not been resolved as of Monday evening; residents are encouraged to reach City Hall via email (info@loganville-ga.gov) in the interim. (City of Loganville - Government via Facebook)
3. Congratulations are in order for the Marching Red Devils. Last weekend, they wowed audiences and judges alike at the March The Plank Invitational. The Red Devils marched off with straight superior ratings in all categories, and placed first in class AA. Click the link for more information on their triumphant weekend! (Loganville High School Band via Instagram)
4. Halloween is going to the goats! This Saturday, anyone visiting Goat Yoga Georgia will get to see their four-legged friends in adorable costumes. Event participants will have the chance to mingle with goats after the 6:30 p.m. yoga class. (Patch)
5. Looking for a new career opportunity that connects you with your community? Gwinnett County and Walton County are both looking to hire for multiple full-time positions. Gwinnett County openings include Police Officer and Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee, while Walton County is looking for a Fire Apparatus Technician and an Animal Control Officer. Job details and application information can be found at the links. (Gwinnett County, Walton County)

Today in and around Loganville-Grayson:

• Halloween Scavenger Hunt at Northlake-Barbara Loar Library in Tucker (10:00 AM)
• Toddler Time at Gwinnett County Public Library: Grayson Branch (10:30 AM)
• Willing Helpers Free Clinic Annual Open House at Willing Helpers Medical Clinic in Covington (4:00 PM)
• Greater Eastside Chamber Of Commerce Monthly Business Connections Brunch at Hampton Inn & Suites in Snellville (7:00 PM)
• Lawrenceville Ghost Tour at Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• It's Red Ribbon Week at Youth Middle School, and students started out strong! On Monday, they were encouraged to wear red in anticipation of a fun and educational week. (Youth Middle School via Facebook)
• Are you listening to Spill Lit yet? This biweekly podcast covers Young Adult literature, and the latest episode is all about ghost stories! Click the link to tune in. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• Car lovers will be swarming to Loganville this weekend, and with good reason! The Second Annual Customer Appreciation Car Show is pulling in with tons of gorgeous cars to explore. (AllEvents)

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Events:

• Family Halloween Costume Contest - HUGE PRIZES! (October 29)
• Come out and Trick or Treak at North Logan Commons Plaza (October 31)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you tomorrow morning for your next 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.