🌱 State Of Emergency Issued + Food Distribution Event

Hello again, everybody. It's Thursday in Loganville-Grayson and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Today you'll learn about these stories and more:

• State of emergency issued for all Georgia counties
• Footage released of suspect in stabbing case
• The Annual Atlanta Chili Cookoff arrives this weekend in Dunwoody

But first, today's weather:

Breezy in the morning. High: 73 Low: 55.

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

1. Hurricane Ian is drawing closer to Georgia, and residents from Loganville-Grayson are paying attention to the updates. The storm made landfall on Wednesday in Florida, where it is close to becoming a category 5 hurricane. All counties in Georgia are in a state of emergency, and will likely remain that way until Ian has passed. Residents are advised to brace for tropical storm-level gusts of wind and up to six inches of rain. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
2. The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office will be holding a food distribution on Oct. 11. The National Faith and Blue Food Distribution is a free event inviting the community to pick up shelf-stable foods as well as fresh produce. The event will run for as long as the food holds out. No ID is required to attend or receive food. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. Gwinnett County Police have released footage of a suspect in a deadly stabbing case in the hopes that someone will come forward with information. On Labor Day, 44-year-old Matthew Jones was found stabbed to death in front of his home. Police have not revealed a motive for the stabbing, which occurred on Ridge Oak Drive in Suwanee. (WSB Atlanta)
4. Chili fans will be swarming to Dunwoody on Oct 1. The Annual Atlanta Chili Cook Off is a much-loved event where chefs show off their chili chops and let the community sample their creations. The event will happen rain or shine, so be sure to bring your appetite (and an umbrella if needed). Tickets are available at the link. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
5. On Wednesday morning, a vehicle on the I-85 in Gwinnett County burst into flames. The incident took place on the side of the interstate, near Jimmy Carter Boulevard. Witnesses watched as firefighters successfully put out the flames and traffic eventually resumed as normal. There have been no reports of any injuries as a result of the incident, and police have not issued a statement as to the cause of the fire. (11Alive.com WXIA)

Note: Patch readers are strongly encouraged to use caution and follow safety protocol when choosing to attend an event as Hurricane Ian approaches. These events are accurate as of the newsletter's writing, but please check with the event organizer for the most recent status update.

Today in and around Loganville and Grayson:

• Thursday Night Football at Red Devil Stadium (7:30 PM)
• Preschool Storytime at Gwinnett County Public Library - Grayson Branch (10:30 AM)
• OKTOBERFEST 2022 at Kurt's Euro Bistro in Duluth (6:00 PM)
• Georgia Latino International Film Festival 2022 at Lawrenceville Arts Center in Lawrenceville (11:00 AM)
• Laugh & Hip Hop Comedy Show at The Spice House Restaurant & Lounge in Lithonia (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Congratulations, Loganville High School! The Varsity softball team trounced Mountain View, winning 10-2. (Loganville High School via Facebook)
• Walnut Grove Public Library had an incredible story time event with Miss Moore! Missed out? Check the schedule for the next storytime. (Walnut Grove Public Library via Facebook)
• Have you been to the Human Library yet? This very special place allows a small group of people to talk with someone with a unique perspective and life experience. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• Did you buy a ticket for the big show at Loganville High School on Thursday? That showing has been moved to Friday, but if you had tickets for that show, you can use them for any other performance! (Loganville High School via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today! See you tomorrow morning 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.