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Greetings Gwinnett County! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What we know about the deadly Buford robbery and new arrest
  • What neighbors reported before the fatal Preston Lake Drive shooting.
  • When will Cosmic Baseball light up Gwinnett Field in 2027?

Also on today's calendar: Harvest Fest: Focus & Thrive and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Turning sunny and warmer, with a high of 84 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Very warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 87, low: 59. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 87 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Second Suspect Arrested in Deadly Buford Robbery Case as Gwinnett County Police Charge 23-Year-Old With Felony Murder (newsbreak.com) — Gwinnett County police have arrested a second suspect after a Sept. 5 armed robbery near Laurel Crossing Parkway in Buford that left one man dead and two others, including the victim, wounded. Deputies recently took 23-year-old Brinson Bernard Crumbley into custody on felony murder, armed robbery and aggravated assault charges, while investigators continue piecing together how the confrontation escalated into a deadly shootout.
   

2. Man dead after shooting on Preston Lake Drive in Gwinnett County (fox5atlanta.com) — A man was found shot to death Sunday evening on Preston Lake Drive in a Gwinnett County neighborhood, and police say the incident appears to be isolated. Detectives and crime scene investigators are still processing the area and interviewing witnesses, while authorities work to identify the victim and learn more about any suspect. Residents with information can share anonymous tips with Crime Stoppers.
   

3. Cosmic Baseball Returning to Regions Field in 2027 (milb.com) — Cosmic Baseball's neon-soaked touring show is slated to stop at Gwinnett Field in 2027, bringing its blacklight game experience and glowing gear to local fans. The multi-city tour expands on a sold-out 2026 run, with new in-game features and a 360-degree fireworks display. Exact dates and ticket details for the Gwinnett stop will be announced, with a ticket lottery planned.
   

4. Guilford County Confirms 14th Animal Rabies Case of 2026 in Jamestown Raccoon as Gwinnett Bat Also Tests Positive (medicaldaily.com) — A bat found dead in a Loganville-area backyard in Gwinnett County tested positive for rabies, prompting local animal welfare and GNR Public Health officials to urge residents to avoid wildlife and keep pets vaccinated. While no human or pet exposures were reported, the case highlights ongoing rabies risks and explains when Gwinnett residents should call doctors, animal control or public health for help.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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