GwinnettForum | Number 23.21 | March 15, 2024
DIFFERENT SPRING BREAK: For some college students, spring break means relaxation, travel and respite from the classroom. But for some Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) students, spring break brought an opportunity to serve, learn and engage with communities locally and regionally through the college’s alternative spring break program. Spearheaded by GGC’s Student Affairs division, the initiative provides students opportunities to collaborate with nonprofits and community organizers through service projects and cultural experiences. Jenna Scott and Exceersia Marfo (above) were working in the horticulture area. In the photo below, Achint Tuteja, Jacob Corn, Gaby Sifuentes, Maria Diaz-Oimentel were sorting pansies. This year, GGC’s Alternative Spring Break included opportunities for students to serve locally at eight different sites in Gwinnett County. In addition, a trip to Selma, Ala., focused on civic and voter engagement, and another to Walland, Tenn., focused on environmental sustainability.
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Total of 75 legislative candidates seek 34 seats
SPOTLIGHT: The 1818 Club
ANOTHER VIEW: Remembering his gregarious Uncle Herb
FEEDBACK: Corners Outreach treats people fairly and with dignity
UPCOMING: Gateway85 CID kicks off interchange effort with $850,000 grant
NOTABLE: Baseball fans to see improvements at Coolray Field
RECOMMENDED: Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Gulfstream of Savannah employs 16,500 worldwide
MYSTERY PHOTO: Try your hand at identifying a modern building
CALENDAR: Two authors appear Saturday at Liberty Books in Lawrenceville
75 legislative candidates seek 34 seats
By Elliott Brack
Editor and Publisher, GwinnettForum
MARCH 15, 2024 (updated 3/19) | With a million people now in Gwinnett, it means Gwinnett has a lot of political offices, and more representation in the Georgia House and Senate.
On Tuesday, we listed local candidates for office such as the courthouse positions, plus county commission, school board, and judgeships, there were 52 people seeking one of those offices. There were 24 people seeking the seven courthouse offices. But that was only part of the story. Eleven people were running for the three School Board seats, while 13 different judgeships were up for grabs. But only three judges have opponents, while eight go back into office without an opponent.
Now, when it comes to legislative posts, here another big crowd of candidates appears, in all, 78 people seeking to represent Gwinnett.
- A total of 41 candidates are running for 21 seats in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- There are 27 people hoping to get a term as a state senator, and only nine seats.
- For Congress, Gwinnett is part of four districts, and there are
1016 candidates for the four positions.
Put it another way: 43 legislative positions being sought by 85 91 candidates. Nine House candidates are not opposed, while two of nine Senate members have no one running against ‘em. And all four Congressional seats are contested.
The House members with no primary or general election opponents are Reps. Doreen Carter, Karen Bennett, Dar’shun Kendrick, Chuck Efstration, Shelly Hutchison, Dewey McClain, and Bruce Williamson.
One state senator has no opposition: Clint Dixon.
- CLICK HERE to see a [updated] list of all candidates.
Multiple House candidates
We will not list here legislators that have only one opponent. (See attached list.) There were some surprises in these posts. In House District 48 in Peachtree Corners, Republican Scott Hilton is opposed by William Freeman for the GOP nomination, and will face Democrat Laura Murvartian, who lives in Fulton County, in November.
There are three people running for departing Rep. Pedro Marin’s seat: they are former Norcross Councilwoman Arlene Beckles, Neva Thompson and Sonia Lopez. Incumbent David Clark has GOP opposition from Mitchell Day, and the winner faces Democrat Jennifer Ambler of Forsyth County in November.
Senate offices with many candidates
The Senate has found several offices with multiple candidates. District 7 has four newcomers seeking office: Clara Richardson-Ogluin, Fred Clayton, Gregory Howard and Michael Garguiulo.
Democratic Incumbent Sally Harrell in District 40 will face a candidate of her own party in the primary: David Luban, while Amelia Siamomua is the Republican candidate.
Then Senate district 55 has five candidates seeking office, all Democrats. They include Iris Hamilton, Osborn Murray III, Randal Mangham, Robin Bird and Veerdillia Turner.
For Congress
[UPDATED, 3/19]
All four current Congressmen representing part of Gwinnett drew opposition, as highlighted in the chart below:
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Remembering his gregarious Uncle Herb
Uncle Herb, at left
By David Simmons
NORCROSS, Ga. | When this picture came around on my screensaver, it brought to mind a story, but I never could come up with a climactic ending for it. So let me begin the story with the ending. That’s Herb’s daughter, Lori, and nephew, Terry, in the photo.
My Uncle Herbert was a good man, and there are a whole bunch of us that loved him and surely do miss him now.
Uncle Herb was gregarious, outgoing and a friend to all. He had a warm smile, a handshake or a hug ever at the ready. He always seemed to have a child on his lap, one of his own, or a niece or nephew, or later on a grandchild. Kids gravitated toward him.
He had a great sense of humor, and liked to be the center of attention, and seldom was there a time when he didn’t have a story to fit any occasion. I fondly recall that whenever he got up to leave he would say: “Y’all come go with us.” That was the way he was and I always felt like he really meant it.
Back in the fall of 1989 I had moved home to my parent’s house in Kingsport, Tenn., to help out with my mom who had been diagnosed with lung cancer. (Damn those Viceroys, and later on Benson and Hedges 100’s.)
The following May, my Uncle Gerald passed away and was to be buried in the family cemetery. A call went out to the men folk of the family for volunteers to help dig the grave.
A dozen or so of us showed up bright and early with tools, boots and gloves. It was a cloudless day and as the sun rose it turned hot. Our tools for the day were an old well-worn pickaxe and shovel. We broke up the red Virginia clay with the pickaxe, then shoveled it away.
Each man would hit the ground hard a few minutes, then jump out and another would jump in. It was hard work, but we fell into a rhythm, one man out and another in, while the others stood in the treeless, shadeless cemetery under the hot sun, telling stories, and remembering old times with Uncle Gerald.
We had the grave three or four feet deep when Uncle Herb pulled in and came trudging up the hill to join us. We greeted him, and he us, then went back to the task at hand, plus continued the telling of stories.
Uncle Herb was quiet and subdued, just listening. When it was his turn, he jumped down in the hole and started to shovel, when instead he turned back to us, leaned up against that shovel and started telling his story about a night he and Gerald and his dogs had gone coon hunting together. He finished that story, started to work, but again leaned on the shovel and began another story.
He never did hit a lick down there in the bottom of that grave. He had everybody’s attention and he had stories to tell. And he was gonna tell them.
That was my Uncle Herb.
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Corners Outreach treats people fairly and with dignity
Editor, the Forum:
A recent item in GwinnettForum concerned Larry Campbell of Corners Outreach. I first met Larry about 12-13 years ago and he and his organization have always been fair and ethical to their clients and employees. He knew that then (2010 ) most men coming to the United States just wanted a chance to provide for their families and were willing to work in order to do so.
A lot of people hired workers, but took advantage of them by paying low wages and offering only the dirtiest jobs. Larry was able to prove that work is available for those that want to work and that as human beings, they deserve respect and fair dealings. Corners Outreach provides both. Over the years I have observed that this was Larry’s way of filling a need in the community with responsible quality people. He has reached out by offering not only work at a fair wage but also ensures that workers are treated well and have a sense of dignity at Corners Outreach.
– John Moore Sr., Duluth
Says that many will hold their nose for four years
Editor, the Forum:
GwinnettForum’s minimization of reader Ron Baker’s legitimate concerns of the most important issues of our time, war, inflation, and unbound immigration, mocks legitimate concerns.
Anyone who has seen their weekly grocery bill double over the last few years is not surprised that the stock market has kept pace. But this ‘record unemployment’ and over 10 million immigrants seems to have inflated housing costs (because of increased demand) and capped raises making the sting of butter and egg prices all the worse.
Never in my life have the potential use of nuclear weapons and world war appeared on our nightly news as frequently as it has over the last two years of brutal war in Ukraine.
Mr. Baker is stepping in something that we all smell. Today we went to the polls and those like Ron will vote for change. Others will hold their nose for another four years.
– Joe Briggs, Senoia
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Gateway85 CID kicks off interchange effort with $850,000 grant
Gateway85 Community Improvement District announces the contribution of $850,000 to kick start improvements to the high traffic interchange at I-85/Jimmy Carter Boulevard. The I-85/Jimmy Carter Boulevard Diverging Diamond Interchange is the southern gateway into Gwinnett and the worst bottleneck in the county according to Executive Director of Gateway85, Emory Morsberger. Through a study in partnership with the county performed two years ago, Gateway85 determined making improvements to this interchange was the CID’s top priority.
This contribution is part of a significant community project fund championed by Congresswoman Lucy McBath from District 7. It is a “congressionally directed spending” project in the minibus appropriations bill passed by Congress and signed by President Biden, which includes 14 projects announced by McBath that all reflect positively on the state.
In her letter to Congress dated March 31, 2023, McBath wrote, “The funding would be used for short-term safety and capacity improvements. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because improving the ramps will result in economic benefits to adjacent and nearby businesses by increasing the efficiency of the roadway network. Gwinnett’s only designated Opportunity Zones (OZ) are located adjacent to the I-85/Jimmy Carter Boulevard interchange. Road projects located in OZs are more likely to benefit area citizens and businesses than in other parts of the county due to increased mobility.”
According to Morsberger: “We are so pleased to have received this news to support our top priority. Road projects such as this take countless hours and attention to detail to move them forward to benefit the public – this is a major coup for Gateway85 and our community.”
The earlier studies showed the I-85/Jimmy Carter Boulevard interchange as the most heavily trafficked interchange for freight vehicles and that traffic conditions greatly add to trip times. Morsberger continues: “This initial money will give us an opportunity to begin improvements on this specific interchange while the entire replacement project will take years. While this is just one of the major improvements we are working on, this one is a real victory.”
In the next two weeks, Gateway85 plans to add signage around the on-off ramps to direct traffic more efficiently, helping retailers and residents along Jimmy Carter Boulevard. Work and renovation on these ramps should begin next year.
With the CID’s focus on safety, landscape improvement, economic development and transportation, this project is proof of the progress being made with the objectives of the organization established two decades ago.
Baseball fans to see improvements at Coolray Field
In advance of the home opening baseball game on April 2, the Gwinnett Stripers are improving Coolray Field for 2024. They include:
- Concourse Suite – Located right off the main concourse down the first base line, this open-air Suite is perfect for smaller groups of up to 12 people.
- Magnolia Courtyard – The group space for 20-300 guests located in center field has a new name, which continues Coolray Field’s tribute to the iconic magnolia tree in center field at Ponce de Leon Park, former home of Atlanta Crackers.
- Boat Retail Location – A real wooden boat transforms into a satellite merchandise location down the third base line. It will feature a variety of items and serve to alleviate long lines in Bobby’s Tackle Shop. Open primarily on weekends, this location will also be available on select weeknights.
Announced previously is the addition of Coca-Cola Front Porch behind home plate, slated to open in early May. In front of the Coca-Cola Front Porch will be eight new 4Topps Tables, available for full-season memberships.
Other improvements include a new entrance illustrated LED marquee board at the corner Buford Drive and Braves Avenue; enhanced outfield wall with new padding; an ungraded sound system; and suite level improvements, with brighter LED lighting in addition to revamped historical displays.
Scott-Johnson
Rowen Foundation names new board member
The Rowen Foundation has added Spelman College Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Pamela E. Scott-Johnson, Ph.D. as the newest addition to its board. Dr. Scott-Johnson became provost and vice president of academic affairs at her alma mater, Spelman College, in August 2023. Prior to returning to Spelman, she held the same positions at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, N.J. She is widely published in professional journals and has been a principal investigator for many research and program development grants, totaling more than $6 million.
Gwinnett Tech scores well at SkillsUSA competition
Gwinnett Technical College students had an impressive showing at SkillsUSA, Georgia’s Postsecondary State Leadership and Skills Conference, at the Georgia World Congress Center. A total of 73 Gwinnett Tech students competed, earning 44 competition medals: 25 gold, eight silver, and 11 bronze.
The Gwinnett Tech SkillsUSA chapter secured the Level 1 Chapter of Distinction—Chapter of Excellence Program Quality Chapter and Level 2 Chapter of Distinction GOLD Level-Winning Chapter titles. These awards recognize chapters that deliver high-quality professional development focusing on students’ personal, workplace, and technical skills. Additionally, the chapter received recognition for having the third-highest membership in Georgia.
Mohamed Belal, a humanities instructor, earned the prestigious SkillsUSA Georgia Postsecondary Advisor of the Year award for his significant contributions to SkillsUSA and to students in career and technical education programs. Mohamed remains in contention for the national-level award.
Gold Medalists:
- Olugbenga Bakare – Quiz Bowl
- Harveen Banga – Health Knowledge Bowl
- Sharon Broady – Outstanding Chapter Team
- Meagan Cash – Health Knowledge Bowl
- Duy Do – Related Technical Math
- Karen Escario – Quiz Bowl
- Annette Flynn – Web Design & Development
- Drake Hamilton – Culinary Arts
- Keturah Polius Hazell – Health Knowledge Bowl
- Sebastian Hoyos – Health Knowledge Bowl
- Kelly Inglett – Health Occupations Professional Portfolio
- Byron Jones – Pin Design
- Raquel Kangalee – Outstanding Chapter Team
- Shagufta Khan – Outstanding Chapter Team
- Dayoon (Iris) Kim – Medical Math
- Nah Kim – Technical Computer Applications
- Lily Lieng – Quiz Bowl
- Joshua McGee – Extemporaneous Speech
- Jeff Miles – Quiz Bowl
- Carman Monroe – Quiz Bowl
- Eric Nims – Web Design & Development
- Mikayla Schorr – Baking & Pastry Arts
- Rayyan Surani – Computer Programming
- Adriana Teodoro – Quiz Bowl
- Trinity Wagner – Restaurant Services
Silver Medalists:
- Sami Aouisse – Criminal Justice
- Anh Do – Technical Computer Applications
- Khoa Do – Cybersecurity
- Carsyn Duncan – First Aid/CPR
- Joseph Gzesh – Cybersecurity
- Wesley Farmer – Cabinetmaking
- Thi Tran – Related Technical Math
- Oluwajomiloju (Jomi) Wusu – Computer Programming
Bronze Medalists:
- Kiera Baul – Restaurant Services
- Lilian Beckham – Job Demonstration A
- Kayden Cash – Prepared Speech
- Prabesh Chhetri – Computer Programming
- Lydia Cox-Creary – Carpentry
- Brett Dornblaser – Related Technical Math
- Lily Hang – Crime Scene Investigation
- Emily Lublink – Medical Terminology
- Carmen Montoya – Technical Computer Applications
- Preston Rondeau – Crime Scene Investigation
- Thi Tran – Related Technical Math
- Elizabeth Wade – Crime Scene Investigation
Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy
From Susan McBayer, Sugar Hill: If your idea of a good book is a dramatic romance with lots of ups and downs and young adult melodramatic insecurities, you might like this book. This classic Russian novel is considered to be one of the greatest novels ever written. I, unfortunately, was underwhelmed. Therefore, this is not a wholehearted recommendation. Centering on two young couples with very rocky relationships, the novel highlights the conflict between human desire and the strict roles set by Russian society in the late 1800s. It also emphasizes the dangers of obsession and romantic delusion and, of course, the social class morality. Woven into it are also discussions about the country’s agricultural system and how the government existed in Russia at the time. I appreciate this book for its insight into contemporary life in Russia during those years, but I have to say that – for me – War and Peace is much better.
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Gulfstream of Savannah employs 16,500 worldwide
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, based in Savannah, is a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics. Since 1958 the company has produced more than 2,000 aircraft for corporations, governments, and individuals around the world, and by 2024 it employed more than 16,500 people worldwide. Two of these locations, Savannah and Brunswick, are located in Georgia. The other nine are found in Appleton, Wisconsin; Dallas, Texas; Las Vegas, Nevada; Lincoln, California; London, England; Long Beach, California; Mexicali, Mexico; Westfield, Massachusetts; and West Palm Beach, Florida.
The company’s story dates back to 1930, when Leroy “Roy” Grumman and Leon Swirbul began operations in a garage on Long Island,N.Y. For many years Grumman Aircraft Engineering Company’s sole market was the military, and the company became a preeminent manufacturer of naval aircraft during World War II (1941-45). Roy Grumman was a pioneer aviation engineer whose first commercial aircraft was the G-21, called “the Goose.” In 1946 he introduced the G-73 Mallard, a brilliantly designed and luxurious amphibious aircraft that never reached its market potential. In spite of that setback, Grumman was committed to building airplanes for business travel, and after the war he led his company in the development of the first Gulfstream aircraft.
The Gulfstream brand first appeared in 1957, when Grumman engineers completed the design for the turboprop-driven Gulfstream I, which had its maiden flight on August 14, 1958. The plane advertised a maximum speed of 350 miles per hour at 25,000 feet and a range of 2,200 miles. The cabin seated twelve comfortably and more if the need arose. The initial price was $845,000. Roy Grumman himself named the aircraft Gulfstream, likely because many Grumman executives vacationed in Florida, where the Gulf Stream current flows northward along the coast.
In the wake of Gulfstream I’s success, Grumman next began work on Gulfstream II, a jet-powered corporate aircraft. The company also separated its civil and military production operations and in 1967 moved the civilian unit to Savannah. In 1972 Grumman merged with American Aviation Corporation, a manufacturer of light aircraft, which in 1978 sold the Gulfstream line and the Savannah plant to American Jet Industries, headed by Allen Paulson.
In 1982 the company’s name changed to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, and three years later it was acquired by the Chrysler Corporation, a manufacturer of automobiles. In 1989 Paulson bought the company back from Chrysler and then sold it ten years later to General Dynamics. In 2006 Gulfstream began to expand its facilities in Savannah with the creation of a new service center, independent fuel farm, state-of-the-art paint hangar, and sales and design center. Over the next couple of years, the company opened two research and development centers and broke ground in Savannah for a new business-jet manufacturing building.
(To be continued)
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Try your hand at identifying a modern building
Today’s mystery isn’t so much of a mystery, but it’s located in a somewhat isolated space, so might be difficult to determine. But take a shot at it, sending your answer to elliott@brack.net to include your home town.
Mark Barlow of Peachtree Corners submitted the most recent Mystery, coming from a different perspective, and stumped everyone. People were thinking Japan, or the Northwest, or other areas, but should have been thinking South America. The volcano is Lanin, rising 12,388 feet high, in Patagonia, on the border between Argentina and Chile, with three-quarters within Argentina Lanin National Park.
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Two authors appear Saturday at Liberty Books
Kick off St. Patrick’s weekend festivities in Braselton on March 15. On Friday night, you can use the trolley hopping to dining and nightlife spots downtown and along the trolley route. On Saturday, catch the Paddy’s Day PathFest decorated golf cart parade shenanigans and play the PathQuest challenge. You just may be the lucky winner. Cap off the weekend at Chateau Elan’s authentic Irish pub for their annual Irish Festival.
Two authors will be at Liberty Books on the Historic Square in Lawrenceville on March 16. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., Judy Highum, children’s book author of Gwinnett, will be reading her book, Parker P. Possum: a Lesson in Gratefulness. Then from 4 to 7:30 p.m., Dr. Andrew T. Knight of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., who wrote Transformational Truth: A Biblical Apologetic, will be present.
Inviting Leprechauns and Lilburchauns to participate in the Lilburn’s annual Lilburchuan Parade on Saturday March 16. This walking parade will take place inside Lilburn City Park. All are welcome to join in the fun! Meet in front of the band shell in Lilburn City Park at noon dressed in your most festive St. Patrick’s Day attire. The parade around the field, led by a Leprechaun Stilt Walker and Bagpipe player, kicks off the event, which includes walkers, pets, bicycles, wagons, and strollers. After the parade we will crown the best leprechaun look-alikes, also known as our “Lilburchauns”!Prizes will be awarded for Mr. Lilburchaun, Ms. Lilburchaun, Lad and Lassie Lilburchauns, best dressed pet, and best decorated rider.
March 16 is the next concert by the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra and Chorale. It will be the largest JSCO concert ever, with 65 musicians, four soloists and the Chorale joining forces bringing the music of Beethoven. This will be at the Johns Creek Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, click here.
Gwinnett Historical Society will hear from Lawrenceville Chief Judge Ethan Pham at its General Membership meeting on March 18, at 6:30 p.m. He will share his story of his journey from Vietnam as a child to his role as an attorney, judge and leader in the community. The meeting will be held at the Community Center at Rhodes Jordan Park, 100 East Crogan Street in Lawrenceville.
Lilburn Town Hall meeting will be March 18 at 7 p.m. Special guest will be Police Chief Chris Dusik. The meeting will be in the Preston room of City Hall, 340 Main Street.
Understanding Medicare is the topic at the Lawrenceville Branch of Gwinnett County Public Library on March 19 at 11 a.m. Get unbiased guidance from a Certified Medicare Counselor about costs and coverage, comparing options, and enrolling in plans.
Economic Outlook forecast will be Thursday, March 21 at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center, 2580 Sugarloaf Circle in Duluth, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Speaker will be Georgia Tech Enterprise Innovation Institute Director Alfie Meek.
Citizenship Clinic will be March 23 at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Lilburn branch of Gwinnett County Public Library. Invest in your future by applying for United States Citizenship. Pre-registration is required to attend the workshop.
Preview Days at Georgia Gwinnett College will be Saturday, March 23. The events will take place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on GGC’s campus. Prospective students will hear from members of the Grizzly family about programs of study, admissions, financial aid, student housing and more. Participants will be able to tour GGC’s campus and talk to student ambassadors about their experiences at GGC. The party-like atmosphere will include food, music and fun giveaways. GGC team members will host selected breakout sessions in Spanish. Organizers said GGC application fees will be waived in March. About 82 percent of GGC students qualify for financial aid.
Lionheart Theatre Company in Norcross will present Chaos Theory’s Improv Comedy on Saturday, March 23, at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of spontaneous laughter, geared towards ages 16 and older. Tickets are $12. To buy tickets, visit lionhearttheatre.org.
Attend the City of Sugar Hill’s 85th Birthday Celebration on March 24 at 1:30 p.m. The City and the Sugar Hill Historic Preservation Society have scheduled the Grand Master of the Masons of Georgia, Benjamin W. Polston II, to perform a rededication ceremony of the original 1940 cornerstone of the Sugar Hill School. The event will take place in Cornerstone Park, across from the Sugar Hill City Hall, near where the school was once located. Following the 1940 cornerstone rededication, the Sugar Hill Historic Preservation will dedicate the Georgia Boot Historic Marker. The ceremony will take place on Temple Drive at the entrance to the Bowl, where there will be vendors and food trucks.
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