Leadership Gwinnett Alumni Hosting Ted Event Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast

 GDP Script/ Top Stories for June 18th            
Publish Date:  June 18th             
 
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Leadership Gwinnett Alumni Hosting Ted Event Generations Expo Draws in Seniors on The Hunt For New Information Juneteenth is a Significant Date in African-American History. Here's Why All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe!
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STORY 1: Leadership Gwinnett Alumni Hosting Ted Event
TEDxAlexanderPark, the second annual event featuring nearly a dozen speakers sharing "ideas worth spreading," will take place at the Gas South Theatre in Duluth on Saturday. Organized by Darryll Stinson, the event aims to inspire and empower with talks on diverse topics under the theme "Awe & Wonder." Speakers include notable figures like Jen Gottlieb and Carey Theil, covering subjects from media presence to ending dog racing. With a projected audience of 400 to 500 attendees, up from last year's 100, the event promises networking opportunities and global reach through live recordings. For more details and tickets, visit www.tedxalexanderpark.com.
STORY 2: Generations Expo Draws in Seniors on The Huntt For New Information
The Daily Post's annual Generations Expo drew over 400 attendees this year at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville, focusing on senior needs like home care, estate planning, and healthcare. Jennifer Montalvo, a regular attendee, finds valuable information each year and even discovered her primary care provider there. Organized with support from Northeast Georgia Health System and Publix, the expo features booths from healthcare providers, senior living facilities, and more. For longtime participants like Marrell and Velma Rice of Loganville, the expo offers a chance to connect with friendly experts and explore new services. The event also includes activities like Bingo, food trucks, and gift bags filled with useful items, enhancing its appeal to seniors seeking practical advice and community engagement.
STORY 3: Juneteenth is a Significant Date in African-American History. Here’s Why
Shannon Singleton, a Loganville resident, has attended the Daily Post’s Generations Expo for years, seeking educational resources about heritage and history for her children. Singleton, like many, only learned about Juneteenth when it became a federal holiday three years ago, highlighting gaps in historical education she experienced growing up in Louisiana. She praises the United Ebony Society of Gwinnett for their annual Juneteenth Celebration, held at Rhodes Jordan Park in Lawrenceville, which educates about the holiday’s significance in African-American history, marking the end of slavery. The event, featuring vendors, music, and cultural exhibits, underscores the importance of recognizing and celebrating Juneteenth nationwide and globally. Additional Juneteenth events in Gwinnett County, like Norcross’s celebration with performances and Snellville’s Unity Day, further promote cultural awareness and unity across communities.
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STORY 4: Surgeon General Calls for Warning Lables on Social Media Sites
Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General, has advocated for mandatory warning labels on social media platforms due to their potential harm to teens' mental health. He highlighted that adolescents spending over three hours daily on social media face heightened risks of anxiety and depression. Murthy likened these risks to other public health hazards like unsafe cars or contamina