Good Morning Gwinnett Podcast

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBKDrivers in the Lilburn area have a new place to go when they need to renew the tag on their vehicles.The Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner’s Office announced a new tag renewal kiosk has been installed at the Kroger located at 300 Five Forks Trickum Road in Lilburn. It is the ninth tag renewal kiosk in Gwinnett County.Vehicle owners can use the kiosk to renew their license plate without having to wait in a line at a tag office. It will be available during the store’s operating hours, which are 6 a.m. until 11 p.m.

Gwinnett County continues to develop its effort in reimagining the future of public transit with a series of Ride Gwinnett Idea Labs. The idea labs are an opportunity for Transit riders, residents, and stakeholders to work with the County on its Transit Development Plan. Join in on an upcoming idea lab to share your feedback:Wednesday, February 22 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm: Buford Senior Center, 2755 Sawnee Avenue in BufordMonday, February 27 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm: Lilburn Activity Building, 788 Hillcrest Road in LilburnTuesday, February 28 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm: Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, 10 College Street in NorcrossSaturday, March 4 from 10:00am to noon: Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, 75 Langley Drive in Lawrenceville Launched in the spring of 2022, Gwinnett’s Transit https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK________________________________________________Development Plan is evaluating both present and future transit needs and services provided by regional partners, including the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority and Xpress

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK_________________________________________________Support and Encouragement: Women in business face unique challenges, and having a supportive community can provide them with the encouragement and motivation they need to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. A community can provide a safe space for women to share their experiences and receive support and advice from others who understand what they are going through.Networking: Building a strong network is critical for success in business, and a community provides an opportunity for women to connect with others in their industry, build relationships, and collaborate on new projects or ventures. Networking can also lead to new business opportunities and partnerships.Mentorship: Women who have achieved success in their field can provide valuable guidance and mentorship to those who are just starting out. A community can help connect women with mentors who can offer advice, share their experiences, and help them navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship.Learning Opportunities: A community can offer a range of learning opportunities, from workshops and webinars to guest speakers and conferences. These opportunities can help women stay up to date on the latest trends and best practices in their industry, as well as learn new skills and techniques to help them grow their businesses.Emotional Support: Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey, and having a community can provide women with the emotional support they need to stay motivated and focused. Being part of a community can help women feel less isolated and more connected to others who are going through similar experiences. This sense of connection can help women feel more confident, capable, and empowered in their businesses.In short, a community is an essential element of success for women in business. It provides them with the support, guidance, and resources they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. By connecting with other women in their industry and building relationships, women can create a powerful network that will help them thrive as entrepreneurs.Join our community https://www.GwinnettWomensChamber.com

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK_________________________________________________The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) upgraded the City of Suwanee to silver certification through the agency’s Green Communities Program for demonstratingarc-venidiagram-800x769-1 leadership in sustainability practices. Suwanee earned certification points for working with Georgia Power to retrofit all existing streetlights with LED lamps, which use 50–75 percent less energy.“We’ve woven green initiatives into our long-term strategic plans for the city; being responsible environmental stewards is part of the fabric of Suwanee,” said Billqeece Naqawe, Assistant to the City Manager. “ARC’s Green Communities Program encourages municipalities to build a more sustainable future.”ARC developed the Green Communities Program in 2009 to recognize local governments that invest in programs and policies that lead to a more sustainable region. The nationally recognized program showcases the many ways that local governments can reduce their environmental footprint. “The 2022 Green Communities have played an instrumental role in moving metro Atlanta towards greater sustainability and environmental resilience through innovative and community-informed projects,” said ARC Natural Resources Managing Director Katherine Zitsch. “These communities demonstrate exemplary dedication to building a stronger, greener region.”In metro Atlanta, 16 local governments — 11 cities and five counties — are currently certified under ARC’s Green Communities Program. This is the first program in the country to promote sustainability through a certification program for local governments.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBKHonored counselors are Dr. Natalie Pugh of Gwin Oaks ES, Jameela Hall of Lilburn MS, and Dr. Cedric Cooks of Norcoss HS. The Writer of the Year is Teshia Dula of Gwinnett Online Campus, and the Counselor Administrator of the Year is Dr. Eric Davidson of Duluth HS.Learn more about our honorees and the vital work of the district's school counselors here: https://bit.ly/gcps_SC23

Georgia Gwinnett College is harnessing that concept to celebrate its differences and to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the higher education space through a series of dinners that began Feb. 1.“The benefits of building an inclusive and supportive workplace are well researched in literature,” said Danette Edwards, diversity equity and inclusion program coordinator, who organized the campus events.“Our goal in initiating this project is to promote inclusive excellence among our GGC faculty, in teaching and learning across the curriculum.”SOURCE: www.GwinnettDailyPost.com______________________________________________https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK______________________________________________________________________________Three Ways To Leverage ChatGPT For Your Business! Customer Service Automation: ChatGPT can be used to automate customer service tasks such as answering frequently asked questions, resolving common issues and providing 24/7 support. This can improve customer satisfaction and free up time for business owners to focus on other tasks. Content Generation: ChatGPT can be used to generate high-quality content such as product descriptions, blog posts, and social media updates. This can save time and improve the consistency of a business's messaging. Sales and Lead Generation: ChatGPT can be integrated into a business's website or messaging platform to engage with potential customers and generate leads. It can answer questions, provide product recommendations, and assist with the sales process, ultimately helping to drive conversions.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBKGwinnett County government and local tourism officials are investing half-a-million dollars in COVID recovery funds in efforts to improve security around county attractions and hotels, and to support arts recovery and film education programs.The county announced the $500,000 investment that government and Explore Gwinnett officials will make into the programs on Thursday. The goal is to use the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery funds to boost areas in the hospitality and tourism industry that were hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic.Source: www.GwinnettDailyPost.com

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.comGwinnett County is set to give county libraries a significant increase in funding and add new officials focused on equity and environmental sustainability and additional staff in its court system to accommodate a new State Court judge in 2023.Commission Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson and county finance staff unveiled the proposed $2.26 billion 2023 Gwinnett County government budget on Tuesday. It includes a $1.77 billion operating budget as well as a $488 million capital improvement budget.“While the County is not immune to global economic uncertainty, we have taken steps in the creation of this budget to ensure that Gwinnett’s financial foundation remains strong,” Hendrickson said. “With this budget, we will be able to maintain the excellent services that our residents have come to expect and build on them with initiatives that support safety, mobility, environmental sustainabilitySOURCE: www.GwinnettDailyPost.com by Curt Yeomans

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com The City of Lawrenceville completed its months-long search with the announcement of the selection of John Henry Mullin as the sole finalist as the city’s new Chief of Police. The city sought a candidate who fulfilled a combination of law enforcement experience, leadership, strong morale, and the energy to stay within our community for many years.Coming to Lawrenceville's leadership from Forsyth County, Mullin has been working directly with county management leading the Code Compliance, Animal Control Services, and Park Rangers Division. Additionally, Mullin served 15 years within the Sandy Springs Police Department, leaving that agency at the rank of Major. Within the Fulton County Police Department, he spent nine years as a uniform patrol officer. Mullin is committed to building partnerships in the community and developing a highly trained police force with little tolerance for illicit behavior. Mullin believes that those wearing a badge bear a responsibility to set a behavioral example and should strive to be servant leaders within the community. His anticipated start date is December 16, 2022.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com The CommUNITY town hall and panels will take place at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, which is located at 75 Langley Drive in Lawrenceville.“This student-led, multilingual town hall is hosted in strategic collaboration with parents and caregivers, teachers and community organizations,” organizers said in a press release.“Parents, caregivers, families, students, teachers, organizations and others are encouraged to attend this event to listen and/or share their experiences, concerns, and provide feedback on GCPS and Gwinnett County.”Community tables will take place from 5 until 6 p.m., and the remainder of the event will last from 6 until 8 p.m. There will be a one-hour town hall during the event with community members given two minutes to speak. After that, there will be student and adult community panels.Students from Brookwood High School, Central Gwinnett High School, Shiloh High School and South Gwinnett High School are expected to participate in the event as panelists.SOURCE: www.GwinnettDailyPost.com

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.comResidents approved a referendum that calls for the city to issue licenses to businesses for package sales of alcohol.Unofficially, residents approved the referendum:Yes - 485No - 226Voters were asked: “Shall the governing authority of the City of Snellville, Georgia be authorized to issue licenses for the package sale of distilled spirits within the city limits of the City of Snellville?”Now, Mayor and Council will determine the process of awarding liquor licenses through a new local ordinance including the number of licenses to be awarded. When stores will be able to sell liquor will also be determined in the new law.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Well last night was the election and this episode is dedicated to talking about that.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Amid reports about fights breaking out, and weapons being used, in Gwinnett County Public Schools, at least one of the county's court officials is publicly backing the idea of putting metal detectors in schools.Solicitor General Brian Whiteside issued a statement over the weekend announcing he supports putting the devices in the schools. GCPS Superintendent Calvin Watts told the Gwinnett Chamber in September, as well as parents and educators at a town hall forum in Lilburn last week, that district officials were discussing the possibility of installing metal detectors or using metal detecting wands in schools.SOURCE: www.GwinnettDailyPost.com by Curt Yeomans

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office will launch a Holiday Task Force later this month to tackle an increase in crimes and protect Gwinnett residents during the busy holiday shopping season.On Friday, Sheriff Keybo Taylor announced the creation of the task force, which will officially launch on Nov. 23. The task force will include sworn deputies from the Sheriff’s Office’s five divisions. They will perform checks in neighborhoods, businesses, churches and schools during the holiday season.SOURCE: www.GwinnettDailyPost.com by Curt Yeomans