🌱 GECC Annual Chili Cookoff + Library Survey + Gwinnett's Pets

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town today.

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First, today's weather:

A thunderstorm in the p.m. High: 87 Low: 69.

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Here are the top five stories in Loganville-Grayson today:

1. Calling all meat lovers in the Loganville and Grayson area: the Greater Eastside Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Chili Cookoff on Nov. 12. Join the Chamber at Bay Creek Park in Loganville from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to taste some of the best chili the area has to offer. To purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or apply as a vendor, click here. (Greater Eastside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
2. Did you have a chance to enjoy the Summer Reading in Georgia program at the Walnut Grove Public Library? If so, the Georgia Public Library Service is asking you to complete a brief survey. The survey will help track outcomes for the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which provides federal funding to help make this program possible. (Walnut Grove Public Library via Facebook)
3. Looking to add a furry friend to your household? Just like looking at pictures of cute animals? Browse through photos of the Gwinnett County Animal Shelter's adoptable dogs and cats of the week. You can also keep up to date with the shelter's happenings on Facebook. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
4. Local job seekers don't have to look very far: Plenty of employers in and around Loganville and Grayson are looking to hire. Here in town, Katalyst HealthCares & Life Sciences Inc in Grayson is seeking an Operator I in Packaging Operations, while the Loganville Papa John's is hiring an afternoon/evening delivery driver. Visit the link to view these and other jobs nearby. (Loganville-Grayson Patch)
5. Excel Church in Conyers, less than a half hour out from the Loganville and Grayson area, was destroyed in a fire Friday. Pastor K. Francis Smith estimates the rebuilding could cost $5 million, and is reaching out for support from the local community. Those who wish to support the church's rebuilding can do so here. (FOX 5 Atlanta)

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Today in Loganville-Grayson:

• Toddler Time At Grayson Branch Library (10:30 AM)
• Block Party At Perfecting Word Deliverance (1:00 PM)
• Travel On A Budget At Grayson Branch Library (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home in Gwinnett County? How about this custom-built farmhouse in Buford, currently on the market for $850,000? Visit the link to view pictures and additional details on this unique property. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
• Loganville High's football team continues to make news! The team is up for "Play of the Week" on Recruit Georgia — click here to vote for them. (Loganville High School via Facebook)
• Want to support Loganville Middle School? The LMS FFA Chapter has opened pre-orders for its mums fundraiser, with an estimated pickup date of Sep. 20-24. (Loganville Middle School via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.