Fireball, possible meteor spotted in sky over Georgia

GDP Script/ Top Stories for June 28th

Publish Date: June 28th

 

PRE-ROLL:

From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Saturday, June 28th and Happy Birthday to Toby Maguire

 

I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia.

1. Fireball, possible meteor spotted in sky over Georgia
2. Aurora Theatre, city revamp operational structure of Lawrenceville Arts Center
3. Sonny's BBQ reopening Lawrenceville restaurant damaged by lightning

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Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG

 

STORY 1: Fireball, possible meteor spotted in sky over Georgia

A fireball streaked across the southeastern sky Thursday, likely a meteorite that fell near Blacksville, Georgia, according to NASA. The event, detected by sensors and satellites, sparked over 100 reports from residents across Georgia, Tennessee, and neighboring states. Witnesses in Cobb County described a bright flash with a smoke trail, and some reported hearing a sonic boom and feeling shaking. The National Weather Service confirmed the fireball was detected on their Global Lightning Mapper, with more data expected. A dashcam photo from South Carolina captured the phenomenon, fueling excitement and curiosity across the region.

STORY 2: Aurora Theatre, city revamp operational structure of Lawrenceville Arts Center

The Lawrenceville City Council has approved a new agreement with the Aurora Theatre, shifting facility operations of the Lawrenceville Arts Center to the city while keeping Aurora as the creative anchor. Starting July 1, the city will manage rentals and events, easing financial pressure on Aurora, which will focus on productions and education. Aurora will remain the sole tenant, paying discounted rent and maintaining box office and technical services. The partnership aims to boost efficiency, expand programming, and ensure Aurora’s long-term success as it enters its 30th season, featuring productions like *The Wiz* and *In the Heights*.

STORY 3: Sonny's BBQ reopening Lawrenceville restaurant damaged by lightning

Sonny's BBQ in Lawrenceville is re-opened Thursday, over a year after a lightning strike caused significant fire damage. The ribbon-cutting event at 11 a.m. will honored firefighters from stations 31, 15, 20, and 8 for their efforts in extinguishing the June 2024 fire. The first 68 guests will received free BBQ sauce, and special meal deals, including $19.99 All You Can Eat St. Louis Ribs, was offered to celebrate the grand re-opening.

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STORY 4: DOT's HERO program to resume full service

The Georgia Department of Transportation's HERO program will resume 24/7 patrols across metro Atlanta's nearly 400 miles of interstates starting July 1, after reducing hours in 2023 due to staffing shortages. With full staffing restored, HEROs will provide around-the-clock traffic incident clearance, free roadside assistance, and emergency preparedness. Launched in 1994, the program aims to enhance safety and reduce delays. Residents can request HERO assistance via the 511GA app, website, or by dialing 511 hands-free.

 

 

 

STORY 5: Rainbow Village Gala Gets New Venue And A Tailgate Twist

 

Rainbow Village, a Duluth nonprofit aiding homeless families for 34 years, is expanding with its "Building Homes, Building Hope" campaign, adding two apartment buildings to house 36 more families by year-end. This fall, its largest fundraiser, the "We Are Family" Gala, is reimagined as the "Tai