🌱 Gun Lobby Shooting Update + DPD's 'Safe Place' Program

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

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and chilly. High: 48 Low: 20.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Duluth:

1. New details have emerged about a shooting incident that happened on Wednesday at a Duluth gun store. According to police, a dispute broke out between the owner of Gun Lobby on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard and one of their employees. The employee reportedly "felt threatened," drew their gun, and shot the owner twice. Both were taken to a local hospital in stable condition. Detectives are currently working with the DA's office to determine if charges should be pressed. (Kansas City Star)
2. The Duluth Police Department is helping spread the word about the "Safe Place" program. The "Safe Place" sign outside QuikTrip signifies if you are in any danger (domestic violence, sexual assault, lost children, human or sex trafficking, or any fear for your safety), you may enter QuikTrip and tell any employee you need a safe place. Employees are trained to contact the proper Safe-Place channels to get them the help they deserve. (Instagram)
3. An accident that had closed all northbound lanes on I-85 at Pleasantdale Road was cleared yesterday morning. The Georgia Department of Transportation got crews on the scene quickly to reopen I-85 north. The wreck is still being addressed and investigated. (Duluth Patch)

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Today in Duluth:

• Eddie Owen Presents: Allman Bros Tribute END OF THE LINE - Red Clay Music Foundry (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Looking for volunteer opportunities in Gwinnett? Volunteer Gwinnett and Volunteer Match may be great resources for you to consider. Join the Gwinnett County Public Library learn more about these resources and how to find your perfect fit. (Instagram)
• Bring your unwanted electronics to GCPL to be recycled! They are working in partnership with New Life Technology Group at four locations for these electronics recycling drives. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3IGNmQ8 (Instagram)
• Per Georgia Law 40-6-163, you must stop your vehicle when a school bus comes to a complete stop with visual signals illuminated. You must allow the school bus to turn off its visual signals and resume motion before you begin to drive your vehicle. Exceptions to this law only apply when you are separated from the school bus by a grass median, an unpaved area, or a physical barrier. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! See you tomorrow 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.