🌱 GGC Internship Prgm. + Walton Men Arrested For Child-Related Crimes

Hello, neighbors. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Without further ado...

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Now, today's weather:

A p.m. thunderstorm in spots. High: 87 Low: 71.

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

1. Georgia Gwinnett College has constructed a new internship program that will pair students with nonprofits in the area to help them gain insight, build interest, and enhance the options they have for nonprofit careers. The program will be geared toward juniors and seniors, and it will give them a semester-long internship where they'll be paid up to $20 an hour for about 25 hours a week. Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia is one of the multiple donors helping fund the program, helping to create around $210,000 in support. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
2. A Walton County couple was arrested on aggravated child molestation and sexual exploitation charges last week. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force was informed of an individual who may have been downloading child sexual abuse material, leading to a search warrant in Loganville. Within hours, authorities discovered Z. Jacoby Zulock and W. Dale Zulock's abuse and documentation of their adopted children. The children are now in protective custody, and the couple is incarcerated. (Your Local News)
3. The Loganville City Council will hold its monthly work session today, Aug. 8, starting at 6:30 p.m. The work session will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall and will also be available via YouTube Live. The full meeting agenda can be found on Facebook. (City of Loganville via Facebook)
4. Robert Elliott Sheppard, a former metro Atlanta postal worker, pled guilty to trying to send cocaine and marijuana in the mail while he was on disability. He delivered drug packages through the mail to a drug trafficker, according to the Department of Justice. Sheppard coordinated illegal deliveries with two coworkers at the Sandy Springs post office to attempt to avoid detection. (WSB Atlanta)
5. Looking for a new ride? If you're in the Norcross area anytime soon, the Norcross Police Department will hold an auction of seven surplus/seized vehicles. The auction will begin on Aug. 15 and end on Aug. 23 at 12 p.m. Anyone who wishes to bid should submit their bid in a sealed envelope in response to the invitation-to-bid, addressed to the department. The vehicles will be sold as they are, and the buyer will be responsible for paying any repair costs. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)

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Today in Loganville-Grayson:

• Preschool Storytime, At Centerville Branch Library (11:00 AM)
• Bridgerton Themed Tea Party, At Centerville Branch Library (3:30 PM)
• Weekday BINGO, At American Legion Post 233 Main Hall (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Inaugural Sheriff's Cup Invitational Football Game ended with the Parkview Panthers winning the game! The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office sent their thanks to all who attended. Remember, Gwinnett, together we can make a difference! (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• The Gwinnett County Public Library congratulates Nabi at the Lawrenceville Branch, who read 1000 books before Kindergarten! If you would also like to take part in this challenge, learn more and sign up here. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• The Gwinnett County Public Library offers specialized help on reading recommendations and early literacy tips for children and caregivers. To get started and book a Children's Librarian, click here. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you 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.