🌱 Patch AM: How investigators used cameras to crack this deadly Gwinnett gang case

Hi there, Gwinnett County! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How investigators used cameras to crack this deadly Gwinnett gang case
• How could this new nonpartisan law reshape Gwinnett's local elections?
• Will Gwinnett's last rural pocket stay farmland or turn into apartments?

Also on today's calendar: Free Salsa Class Coming to Plaza Las Americas in Lilburn and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 89, low: 71.
• Tuesday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 93 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 2 men sentenced to decades in prison for deadly Gwinnett County gang-related shooting (kiss104fm.com) — Two Minnesota men have received decades-long prison sentences for a 2022 gang-related shooting in Snellville that killed one person and seriously injured another. Investigators say the pair were hired hitmen targeting rival gang members in Gwinnett County and used Flock cameras to track them. Authorities also tied the men to another shooting in Fayetteville.
   

2. Gwinnett County DA challenges new law making her office nonpartisan (kiss104fm.com) — Gwinnett County's district attorney is suing the state over a new law that would make her office and several other local positions nonpartisan. She argues House Bill 369 unfairly targets five metro Atlanta counties that use medical examiners instead of coroners. Supporters say the measure is meant to reduce partisanship in local government, and the case is still unfolding.
   

3. 400 sign petition opposing plans to develop rural community in metro Atlanta county (wsbtv.com) — Hundreds of residents are urging Gwinnett County leaders to reject rezonings around the Rowen research campus that could transform one of the county's last rural areas. A new Harbins-Alcovy Small Area Plan will guide housing types and conservation near Highway 316. Neighbors say they moved here for open land and fear irreversible changes to their community's character.
   

4. Braves' No. 16 prospect proving he's more than just an elite speedster (mlb.com) — A rising Braves outfield prospect is turning heads with his mix of speed, contact hitting, and growing power, including a strong run since his promotion to Triple-A Gwinnett. He's leading the system in steals and doubles while posting an impressive batting line. His elite running ability and defensive range could eventually boost Atlanta's lineup and outfield depth.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Gwinnett County

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday September 1
• Charlotte Knights at Gwinnett Stripers →
  Gwinnett Stripers, 2500 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville
  2:35 pm

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Other local events

Sunday August 30
• Free Salsa Class Coming to Plaza Las Americas in Lilburn →
  Plaza Las Americas, 733 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lilburn
  3:30 pm
Monday August 31
• JV/V Softball vs. North Hall
  Dacula High School Dacula High Softball Complex, 45 Hebron Church Rd, Dacula, GA 3
  4:00 pm
• 9th/JV Volleyball @ North Gwinnett
  Dacula High School North Gwinnett High School, 20 Level Creek Rd, Suwanee, GA 3002
  5:00 pm
Tuesday September 1
• JV/V Softball @ Seckinger
  Dacula High School Seckinger High School, 3655 Sardis Church Rd, Buford, GA 30519\
  4:00 pm
• V Volleyball @ Central Gwinnett
  Dacula High School Central Gwinnett High School, 564 W Crogan St, Lawrenceville, G
  5:00 pm
Wednesday September 2
• Reader's Rally - 7:15am - Media Center
  Woodward Mill Elementary School Lawrenceville, GA 30043
  7:15 am
• 9th Volleyball @ Cherokee Bluff
  Dacula High School Cherokee Bluff High School, 6603 Spout Springs Rd, Flowery Branc
  5:00 pm
Thursday September 3
• JV/V Softball vs. Collins Hill
  Dacula High School Dacula High Softball Complex, 45 Hebron Church Rd, Dacula, GA 3
  4:00 pm
Sunday September 13
• Mexican Independence Day →
  Plaza Las Americas, 733 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lilburn
  2:00 pm
Friday September 18
• Gimme Springsteen - Tribute to The Boss Celebrates Bruce with Full Album Born in the USA! →
  Eddie Owen Presents at Red Clay, 3116 Main St, Duluth
  8:00 pm
Saturday September 19
• ASL Game Day →
  Gwinnett County Public Library - Snellville Branch, 2245 Wisteria Dr SW, Snellville
  3:00 pm

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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