GDP Script/ Top Stories for October 18th Publish Date: October 18th From the BG AD Group Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Friday, October 18th and Happy heavenly Birthday to Chuck Berry ***10.18.24 – BIRTHDAY – CHUCK BERRY*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. 1. Gwinnett voters must decide who they want as their sheriff 2. A Sweet Time: Sugar Rush Arts Festival Set To Entertain This Weekend 3. Gwinnett's StillFire Brewing Wins Silver Medal At Great American Beer Festival 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 (07.14.22 KIA MOG) STORY 1: Gwinnett voters must decide who they want as their sheriff Gwinnett County voters face a choice on November 5 between re-electing Sheriff Keybo Taylor or choosing Republican challenger Mike Baker. Taylor, the first Democrat in decades to hold the office, has focused on mental health, human trafficking, and gang issues, replacing the controversial 287(g) immigration program. He aims to continue these reforms if re-elected. Baker, a former deputy featured on "Live PD," criticizes Taylor's handling of deputy retention and morale. He pledges to reinstate the Jail Dogs program and improve crime-fighting collaboration with other agencies, emphasizing public safety and crime reduction. STORY 2: A Sweet Time: Sugar Rush Arts Festival Set To Entertain This Weekend The Sugar Rush Arts Festival in Sugar Hill promises a fun-filled weekend with over 100 vendors, live music, and activities for kids. The event kicks off Friday night with the Nightmare On Broad Street Film Festival and a free concert featuring Mixtape and Gimme Springsteen. On Saturday and Sunday, attendees can enjoy art, food, inflatables, and live performances. Mayor Brandon Hembree highlights the festival's diverse offerings, inviting everyone to celebrate the community's creativity and spirit. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. STORY 3: Gwinnett's StillFire Brewing Wins Silver Medal At Great American Beer Festival Suwanee's StillFire Brewing won a silver medal at the Great American Beer Festival for its College DropOut Light Lager in the Contemporary American-Style Lager category, which had 93 entries. The festival, held in Denver from October 10-12, is a top U.S. beer competition with awards in over 100 styles. StillFire Brewing has earned over 40 medals in four years, including previous bronzes for its Orange Diva blood orange wheat beer and Kilt Chamberlain Scotch ale. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Tom Wages STORY 4: A Gwinnett fire truck hit was responding to an accident in Duluth. Then it was hit at the scene A Gwinnett County fire engine crew responded to a car accident at Buford Highway and Davenport Road, only for their fire truck to be sideswiped by another vehicle while they were assisting at the scene. This incident unfolded right in front of the Duluth Police Department Headquarters, adding to the chaos. The initial crash happened when a vehicle made a left turn in front of another. Fortunately, no firefighters were injured, but the intersection was temporarily closed, causing traffic delays as first responders managed the scene. STORY 5: There are 20 legislative races on the ballot in Gwinnett In the upcoming November 5 election, about two-thirds of Gwinnett County's legislative seats are contested. Out of 31 seats in the Georgia General Assembly, 20 are up for grabs. Key races include State Senate District 48, where indicted incumbent Shawn Still faces Ashwin Ramaswami, and House District 105, with Farooq Mughal against Sandy Donatucci. Notable unopposed candidates include Chuck Efstration and Arlene Beckles. The election features several races with significant implications, such as those involving Gwinnett's Muslim legislators and efforts to shift district political balances. Break 3: STORY 6: TOP PRIORITIES: Gwinnett Candidates Talk Public Safety and Affordable Housing The Gwinnett County Commission District 1 race highlights key issues like public safety and housing affordability. Incumbent Democrat Kirkland Carden emphasizes crime reduction, while Republican Tim Le focuses on housing costs. The election could shift control of the commission, with three seats, including the chair and Districts 1 and 3, up for grabs. Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson and her opponent John Sabic debate housing and development strategies. In District 3, Jasper Watkins III and Bobby Howard prioritize public safety and fiscal responsibility. The outcomes will influence the commission's approach to these critical issues. STORY 7: Buford Reunion: Texas WR Isaiah Bond, Georgia DB ...
