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🌱 Patch AM: How new DNA testing finally cracked a 2020 Norcross murder case

And on the Norcross Patch calendar - Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival

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Good day Norcross! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How new DNA testing finally cracked a 2020 Norcross murder case
  • Dealer sentenced after deadly fentanyl overdoses of two Norcross teens
  • Which Norcross teachers were just honored as Gwinnett's best?

Also on today's calendar: Howl-O-Weenie: Dachshund Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Very hot, with a high of 96 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 92, low: 70.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The 2020 Norcross, GA Murder of Tyler Hall is Now Solved (dnasolves.com) — Norcross residents now have answers in the 2020 shooting death of 21-year-old Tyler Hall, after state investigators charged an already-incarcerated man with multiple murder and robbery counts. Authorities say advanced DNA testing helped crack the case, and they're still asking anyone in Norcross with information to contact the GBI as prosecutors in Gwinnett move forward.
   

2. Man learns his fate after pleading guilty in 2023 case where 2 teens died of fentanyl overdoses (11alive.com) — A drug dealer has been sentenced to 40 years, 35 in prison, for selling fentanyl-laced pills that killed two Norcross teenagers in 2023, bringing some closure to a devastating case for local families. Gwinnett prosecutors say the operation pushed fake Percocet to the teens on separate occasions, and hope the stiff sentence warns Norcross youth about fentanyl's dangers.
   

3. Meet the Gwinnett County teachers of the year for 2028 (thegeorgiasun.com) — Gwinnett County Public Schools has named its 2028 local Teachers of the Year, including honorees at Norcross Elementary and Norcross High who were chosen by their peers. These educators now move into a competitive process that will narrow the field to county semifinalists, finalists, and ultimately one Teacher of the Year representing Gwinnett and potentially Georgia.
   

4. Mayor Paul warns legislative plan could cut Sandy Springs revenue by a third (roughdraftatlanta.com) — State plans to phase out homestead property taxes could eventually hit Norcross's budget, as city officials join others across Georgia warning it may cut into funding for police, parks, and road work. While Sandy Springs' mayor leads the criticism, Norcross City Council has also been weighing how the proposal and new sales tax structure might shift local tax burdens.
   

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  • Looking for a reliable and reasonably priced mobile mechanic who services the Lawrenceville/Norcross area.
    I have a 2013 Nissan Rogue and mainly need routine maintenance such as synthetic oil changes. I'm happy to order and supply my own oil, filters, and… (Nextdoor Rockbridge Court)
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Ok Norcross! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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