Spouses Steven and Meredith Westbrook voted Teachers of the Year at their Gwinnett schools

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GDP Script/ Top Stories for October 15th

Publish Date: October 15th

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

Today is Tuesday, October 15th and Happy Birthday to the late Mario Puzzo

***10-15.24 – BIRTHDAY – MARIO PUZZO***

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

1. Spouses Steven and Meredith Westbrook voted Teachers of the Year at their Gwinnett schools

2. Early Voting for Nov. 5 Election Starts This Week in Gwinnett

3. Police Searching for Suspect in Tucker Gas Station Murder

4. Plus, your Guide mental health update

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 and subscribe!

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STORY 1: Spouses Steven and Meredith Westbrook voted Teachers of the Year at their Gwinnett schools

Steven and Meredith Westbrook, both teachers in Gwinnett County, were pleasantly surprised to be nominated and then awarded Teacher of the Year at their respective schools, Parkview High and Pickneyville Middle. Their students reacted with excitement, and the recognition by their peers was particularly rewarding for the couple, who have been married for 19 years. Steven, who teaches AP language arts, is also a finalist for the district's Teacher of the Year award. Both have deep roots in education, influenced by family and their experiences at Camp Christian, which shaped their educational philosophy.

STORY 2: Early Voting for Nov. 5 Election Starts This Week in Gwinnett

Gwinnett County voters are set to begin early voting on Tuesday for the November 5 general election, which includes the presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Local ballots will also feature decisions on county commission control, transit plans, congressional and state legislative representation, and leadership for the Gwinnett sheriff’s and tax commissioner’s offices. Mulberry, Gwinnett's newest city, will elect its first leaders. Voters will also decide on a 30-year transit sales tax and constitutional amendments. Early voting runs daily until November 1, with 12 sites available for federal, state, and county offices, and a separate site for Mulberry's election.

STORY 3: Police Searching for Suspect in Tucker Gas Station Murder

Gwinnett County Police are investigating a fatal shooting at a gas station on Jimmy Carter Boulevard near the Gwinnett-DeKalb County line. Officers found a man with a gunshot wound in the parking lot; he later died at a hospital. Homicide detectives are gathering evidence and speaking with witnesses, but no motive has been identified. The victim's name is withheld pending next-of-kin notification. The suspect, who approached the victim before shooting and then fled, remains at large. Police set up a perimeter but couldn't locate the suspect. The incident occurred in unincorporated Norcross near U.S. Highway 29.

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STORY 4: Federal Lawmakers To EPA: Increase Oversight Over Plants Like BioLab

A group of Democratic lawmakers from Georgia, including U.S. Reps. Hank Johnson, Lucy McBath, David Scott, Nikema Williams, and U.S. Sens. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff, are urging the EPA to increase regulation of Trichloroisocyanuric Acid after a fire at the BioLab plant in Conyers. The fire, which occurred in Johnson's district, led to a lockdown in Rockdale County and affected air quality in nearby areas. The lawmakers expressed concerns about improper handling of the chemical, which poses health risks. BioLab and its parent company face lawsuits over the fire's damage.

STORY 5: My Choice Plan introduced as part of Sonder Health's Medicare Advantage package

Sonder Health Plans, the only local Medicare Advantage provider in Georgia, offers a variety of plans tailored to diverse needs. CEO Suzanna Roberts emphasizes a hands-on approach, introducing plans like the My Choice Plan, which provides flexible benefits such as grocery and gas cards, and coverage for dental, vision, and hearing needs. Sonder also offers Chronic Special Needs plans with zero-dollar copays for conditions like diabetes and heart issues. New plans for 2025 will address COPD, End Stage Renal Disease, and dementia, focusing on reducing financial barriers and supporting caregivers. Sonder prides itself on local expertise and personalized service.

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