🌱 GCT Wins State Award + DPD Officer Wins Officer Of The Month

Morning, neighbors! It's me again, Kayla Harrison, your temporary host of the Duluth Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Clouds breaking; not as cold. High: 43 Low: 25.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Duluth today:

1. The Gwinnett County Transit (GCT) won the Performance state award for excellent service during the pandemic. GCT was acknowledged for its premier service, including seven local routes and five express routes, as well as a commuter express bus, local bus, and paratransit services. During the pandemic, GCT provided hand sanitizer on the buses and deep cleaned them on a daily basis. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
2. Officer Andrew Bray of the Duluth Police Department was chosen as Officer of the Month for December 2021. He was nominated for going above and beyond, his commitment to the job, and his willingness to make Duluth a safer place. The Department congratulates Officer Bray on his exemplary service to the community. (Facebook)
3. Professional bull riders (PBR) will return to Duluth for the 'Unleash The Beast' tour in Duluth with the PBR Gwinnett Invitational. At the Gas South Arena this weekend (Jan. 22-23), the competitors will ride one bull for the first two rounds, then the top 12 riders will advance to the championship. Tickets start at $22 and can be purchased at https://www.axs.com/series/128... (FOX 5 Atlanta)

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Today in Duluth:

• Young Artists @ Ocee - City of Johns Creek (2:00 PM)
• Eddie Owen Presents: Chuck Cannon and Smith & Calvert - Red Clay Music Foundry (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Did you know the City of Duluth offers free classes to explore the ins and outs of your Social Security benefits, Medicare planning, and much more? All ages are welcome, and classes are free but registration is required. Come learn all about your benefits at Bunten Road Park. Feel free to call 770. 814. 6981 if you have any questions. (Facebook)
• The Duluth Animal Hospital is looking for a home for 15 Flemish Giant bunnies. If you're interested in adopting one, please email angiemwoods@gmail.com for more information! (Facebook)
• The Glance Gwinnett experience can jumpstart a lifetime of community leadership and meaningful connections in the community - for you, or your employees. Learn more and reserve your spot at glancegwinnett.com. The next session will be from April 27-29, 2022. (Twitter)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you all Monday morning for your next update.

— Kayla Harrison

About me: Kayla Harrison is a Writing Arts professor, as well as a freelance writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. In her free time, you can find her listening to podcasts, writing poetry, and visiting local coffee shops.