Back Home: Will Witherspoon in Familiar Spot as Berkmar Coach

Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast

GDP Script/ Top Stories for November 8th

Publish Date: November 8th

From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Friday, November 8th and Happy Birthday to Margaret Mitchel.

11.08.24 - BIRTHDAY – MARGARET MITCHELL***

I’m Keith Ippolito and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia.

1. Back Home: Will Witherspoon in Familiar Spot as Berkmar Coach

2. Gwinnett Educators Nominated As Hidden Heroes

3. Suited Seniors Initiative Provides High School Students With Professional Attire

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!

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STORY 1: Back Home: Will Witherspoon in Familiar Spot as Berkmar Coach

Berkmar High School has welcomed back alumnus Will Witherspoon as the new head coach of its boys' basketball team. Witherspoon, a former point guard for Berkmar's first state championship team, was hired in late summer. Principal Durrant Williams emphasized the hire as a "family" decision, valuing Witherspoon's deep ties to the school. Witherspoon, who previously coached at Walnut Grove, is excited to return and aims to re-engage alumni and instill a winning culture in a young team. His staff includes former assistants and his brother, Wesley. The community is eager to support Witherspoon's vision for the program.

STORY 2: Gwinnett Educators Nominated As Hidden Heroes

The Hidden Heroes nonprofit campaign, run by the Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement, recognizes impactful educators. In its fifth year, the campaign features four Gwinnett-based nominees: Cassie Bro, Yasirah Powers-Kouassi, Jamil Matthews, and Alexandra Schlechte. Leslie Hazle Bussey, CEO of the institute, highlights the campaign's role in honoring teachers' contributions and boosting gratitude for their work. Voting for the nominees is open until November 22, with winners announced on December 3, receiving cash prizes from sponsors like Georgia Power. More details and voting are available at the campaign's website.

STORY 3: Suited Seniors Initiative Provides High School Students With Professional Attire

The Suited Seniors Initiative, a collaboration between the Gwinnett County Public Library and the Duluth-Norcross Kiwanis Club, provides professional attire to high school seniors in Duluth and Norcross for interviews and internships. Founded by Duluth City Council member Shenée Johnson Holloway, the initiative aims to boost students' confidence and readiness for the professional world, regardless of financial background. Donations of professional clothing and financial contributions for dry cleaning and logistics are being sought. Drop-off locations include local libraries and businesses. More details are available at suitedseniors.com.

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STORY 4: Who Will Be Mulberry's First Leaders? What We Know

In the new city of Mulberry, four out of five City Council races were decided in a special election, with a runoff needed for District 5 between Doug Ingram and Michele Y. Sims. Ingram received 40.65% of the vote, while Sims got 33.97%. Incoming council members Tim Sullivan, Michael Coker, Kyle Shields, and Michael Rudnick won decisively, with Sullivan, Coker, and Rudnick securing over 70% of the votes in their respective districts. The new council will convene in January 2025, taking over from a transition team, and will select a mayor and establish the city government.

STORY 5: Charitable giving part of end-of-year tax decisions

As 2024 ends, many consider donating to charities for tax benefits. Dr. Benjamin Akins from Georgia Gwinnett College explains that while most people use the standard IRS deduction, itemizers can benefit more by donating, especially if their income rises due to bonuses or required minimum distributions from retirement accounts. Donor-advised funds (DAFs) offer a flexible way to donate and claim deductions. Donating appreciated stocks or property can also provide tax advantages. Akins advises verifying a charity's tax-deductible status and keeping records for deductions. He has extensive experience in tax law and nonprofit policy.

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STORY 6: 'American Pickers' Is Coming To Georgia

The documentary series "American Pickers" is set to film new episodes in Georgia this December. The show, which airs on the History Channel, follows expert pickers as they search for valuable antiques and unique stories. They are seeking leads on historically significant or rare items from private collections, not public venues like stores or museums. If you have a unique item to sell, you can contact them via phone, email, or their Facebook page.

STORY 7: GET OUT THERE: 5 things to do this weekend in Gwinnett County — Nov. 8-10

Join the fun at Snellville Towne Green this Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. for a day filled with delicious food, live music, and a kids zone. Enjoy sample-sized dishes from vendors like Ionies Caribbean Kitchen, City BBQ, and more. Tickets are $1 each, available at the "Food tickets" booth. Kids can enjoy activities with a $15 all-day band, including inflatables and mini-golf. DJ Lee and the Pansonics Steel Band will provide music. Drinks, including margaritas, beer, and wine, are available. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the afternoon. More info at experiencesnellville.com.

We’ll have final thoughts after this.

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