Infinite Energy, Gwinnett Police + BOE

Howdy, folks!

Welcome to the Duluth Daily Digest, where you can find all you need to know about happenings and news from around town!

In this issue, you will read about changes to the board of education, police training, and the Infinite Energy Center. Read ahead to find out more!

But first, you need to know the weather:

Today will be very humid with a high of 86 and a low of 68. You can also expect a 20% chance of rain today, so bring your umbrella with you just in case!

Today's latest news:

1) Officials have found the body of a missing kayaker in the Chattahoochee River alongside McGinnis Ferry Road. The fire and emergency services team started searching around 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon and ended up finding the missing person early into the morning yesterday morning. (Fox 5)

2) Gwinnett County School Board is wrapping up the school year, and one of the topics of concern is public comments at board meetings. Next year, they plan to limit public comments even more than the current 90-minute segment they have already set aside for this purpose. There will be potential for another setting for the public to share their comments. (AJC)

3) Police served a search warrant at an apartment complex, the Field, in connection to a shooting that happened there in April. While conducting the search, police found the body of the 22-year-old male suspect inside of the apartment. Police are now investigating the incident and have not been able to reach a conclusion (Fox5)

4) The Infinite Energy Center will soon have a new sponsor and will change its name. The change comes after the gas giant, Gas South, bought the stadium. The new name of the arena will be Gas South District. (Fox5)

5) Gwinnett County Police just approved an expansion for a $6 million training center. The training center will be located in Lawrenceville but will be available for all Gwinnett County Police officers. (11 Alive)

And now, events:

1) McCray's Tavern ShowCase Comedy Night 7:30 p.m.- Who's ready to laugh? Come on out to McCray's for a comedy night. Tickets are $35 on EventBrite.

2) Homeschool Sewing at the Spool School 10:30 a.m.- The Spool School in Downtown Duluth hosts its weekly homeschool sewing school every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. This event is geared toward kids ages 6 and up, and masks are strongly encouraged.

3) Virtual Singo with Casey at Truck and Tap 7:30 p.m.- Truck and Tap in downtown Duluth will be hosting a singo night through Facebook live. There will be social distancing provided, however, sign-ups are required so that you can get your singo card via email.

That's all for today! You are now caught up on all things Duluth for this Terrific Thursday. I will catch ya on the flip side!

Peace and love,

Lyndsay Oxley

My name is Lyndsay Oxley, and I have lived in the District at Duluth for about three years now. If you recognize my name and face, it is probably because you've seen me around Parson's Alley at Good Word Brewing. I am there every weekend serving tables, while during the week I am an ESOL teacher at Radloff Middle School. I love Duluth's everything from the diversity, great food and drinks, and the warming culture. I hope that I can continue to keep you reading every day, and if you enjoy reading it, please tell your friends!