GDP Script/ Top Stories for June 14th Publish Date: June 14th From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Friday, June 14th and Happy 62nd Birthday to entertainer Boy George. ***06.14.24 – BIRTHDAY – BOY GEORGE*** I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Gwinnett-native Quavo and Vice-President Kamala Harris will discuss gun violence at summit next weekGwinnett Bus Hijacker Took Gun Used in Incident from Another PassengerComposting Partnership in Gwinnett Schools Keeps Food Waste Out of Landfills Plus, The Stripers Report with IL pitcher of the week Allan Winans. All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: MOG STORY 1: Gwinnett-native Quavo, Vice-President Kamala Harris will discuss gun violence at summit next week On Tuesday, Quavo, of the rap group Migos, will join Vice-President Kamala Harris in Atlanta to discuss gun violence as part of the inaugural Rocket Foundation summit, commemorating what would have been his late uncle Takeoff's 30th birthday. Takeoff, whose real name was Kirshnik Khari Ball, was tragically killed in 2022 in Houston, Texas, with Quavo present during the incident. The Rocket Foundation, established in 2022, aims to honor Takeoff's memory and combat gun violence, emphasizing his innocence as a bystander in the shooting. The summit will also feature the distribution of $10,000 grants to 10 organizations working to end gun violence in metro Atlanta. STORY 2: Gwinnett Bus Hijacker Took Gun Used in Incident from Another Passenger Joseph Grier, a Stone Mountain man, faces numerous charges, including murder, after hijacking a Ride Gwinnett bus in Atlanta. He's charged with 32 crimes, including hijacking, assault, and kidnapping. Grier allegedly shot and killed passenger Earnest Byrd Jr. during the incident. Police report Grier disarmed a citizen on the bus, leading to the tragedy. The hijacking resulted in a chaotic police chase spanning multiple counties. Mental health issues may have played a role, as Grier claimed to have bipolar disorder. Authorities are investigating the incident, which unfolded after a reported fight on the bus. Grier has a history of criminal offenses, including prior arrests. The bus, part of Ride Gwinnett's commuter service, was intercepted by law enforcement, and Grier was apprehended. The investigation continues, with passengers providing crucial information. STORY 3: Composting Partnership in Gwinnett Schools Keeps Food Waste Out of Landfills Third-grader Maya Terrazas from Baggett Elementary School has been composting at home for a year, and recently, she joined the school's Compost Connectors group, which diverts food waste from lunches to make compost for gardens. The program, part of a partnership between the Food Well Alliance and local schools, educates students on sustainability. Baggett, along with other Gwinnett schools, saw over 2,700 pounds of food waste diverted to composting. Through hands-on involvement, students learn about science and environmental issues like pollution. The initiative extends beyond school, inspiring students like Georgia Molina to compost at home. It's a practical, educational approach to fostering eco-consciousness in young minds. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. The Stripers Report is coming up next. Break 2: TOM WAGES ***THE STRIPER REPORT*** We’ll be back in a moment Break 3: INGLES 3 STORY 6: Persistence Is Key in Ridding Yourself of Fire Ants Dealing with fire ants can be a challenge according to Eric Marlowe. As his family found out when their toddler encountered them firsthand. While fire ants may prey on certain pests, they're generally unwelcome guests in our yards. Chemical treatments, like baits and pesticidal dusts, can be effective but require careful application and consideration of environmental impact. Frequent mowing can disrupt their colonies, encouraging relocation. Additionally, encouraging competition from other ant species may help control fire ant populations. Proper identification and persistence are key in managing these formidable pests, whose sting packs a serious punch. STORY 7: Ex-Cop Convicted of Kidnapping, Murdering Norcross Teen Former Doraville Police Officer Miles Bryant has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the kidnapping and murder of 16-year-old Susana Morales from Norcross nearly two years ago. A jury found Bryant guilty of malice murder, felony murder, kidnapping, and false report of a crime charges, though he was acquitted of attempted rape. Morales' sister expressed gratitude for the verdict, acknowledging that nothing can bring Susana back. Judge Tamela Adkins imposed the life sentence, emphasizing the severity of Bryant's...
