🌱 Propane Leak Cause Of Winder Explosion + Cold Temps Remain

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• Details emerge, and an arrest is made, in the death of Nathan Millard.
• Freeze warning remains in effect for this morning... spring is not quite here.
• Signature Bank of Georgia is not affiliated with other "Signature" banks.

But first, today's weather: With a high of 62 and a low of 32, it's going to be a cool day, but sunny with clear skies.

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Here are the top stories in Loganville-Grayson today:

1. Signature Bank of Georgia wants to reassure its customers that it is different from many of the other banks that have recently been spoken about in the media. Signature Bank of Georgia is not affiliated with any other banks that carry "Signature" in their name, and it is not affiliated with Signature Bank of New York. The leverage ratio of Signature Bank of Georgia is 11.80 percent while a "Well Capitalized" when it is above 5 percent. It also has a "liquidity ratio of 28.58 percent compared to a policy of 10 percent." The bank is certainly different from others that have recently been in the news. "Signature Bank of Georgia does not engage in any venture capital or crypto currency-based business relationships." (Metro Atlanta CEO)
2. The deadly explosion in Winder was caused by a propane leak, according to the State Fire Marshal's investigation. A hose was connected to a tank, and one of the residents in the home was cooking with propane. The hose was leaking propane and the gas drifted over to a nearby wood burning stove, which ignited and caused the tragic explosion that left three people dead. Chief Alan Shuman wants to remind the public that it is "extremely dangerous" to store propane cylinders. (Now Habersham)
3. A Baton Rouge man has been arrested in connection with the death of Walton County businessman, Nathan Millard. Police believe that Derrick Perkins has information about the death of Millard. He has been "charged with a probation violation, criminal damage to property, three counts of access device fraud and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle." It is unclear what information Perkins may have regarding the death or what details he may be able to provide. (Newsbreak)

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Today in Loganville-Grayson:

• Join friends at the Walnut Grove Library for a Family Lego Afternoon. (3:30 pm - 5:00 pm)
• Loganville High School JV Red Devil Baseball will face Grayson High School JV Rams this afternoon at Red Devil Stadium. (5:30 pm)
• The 6S Brewing Company is hosting Dirty South Trivia while "building a vibrant culture of beer." (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

From my notebook:

• Gwinnett Clean Community Forum will be hosting an event on Thursday, March 16 at Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center. The event will include topics from Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful, Code Enforcement, and Transportation. The goal is to work together to keep Gwinnett a safe, livable, and healthy community. Residents are also encouraged to present their own neighborhood successes and ask questions. (Monroe Local)
• Spring is not quite here, and winter has definitely come back to visit for a bit. The freeze warning that was issued for overnight on Monday is still in effect rolling into this morning. The warning covers both Walton and Gwinnett counties. Walton County temperatures are expected to drop down as low as 29, so make sure to protect plants, pipes, and sprinkler systems at risk of freezing. (Monroe Local)
• Discovery High School is set to host the FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC) on March 18 and 19, which is the first time a Gwinnett County School has hosted the competition. The challenge this year is called “Charged Up,” requiring students to "design, build, program, and strategize their larger-than-life robotic solutions from the ground up." There will be over 20 robotic projects in the competition from local high schools, including Grayson High School. (Facebook)

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