Gwinnett increasing traffic signal contract by more than $13 million

GDP Script/ Top Stories for May 8th 

Publish Date: May 8th 

 

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Today is Thursday, May 8th and Happy birthday to Bill Cowher 

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

1. Gwinnett increasing traffic signal contract by more than $13 million
2. Kemp won't run for U.S. Senate in 2026
3. Lawrenceville changing trash pickup times because of summer heat

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on medication 

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STORY 1:  Gwinnett increasing traffic signal contract by more than $13 million 

Gwinnett County commissioners approved a $19.95 million agreement to enhance traffic signals and intelligent transportation systems, up from the original $6.67 million contract. The increase, funded by state grants and a 2023 special sales tax, will allow for extensive upgrades, including replacing poles, installing detector loops, maintaining signals, and implementing advanced traffic management systems. Transportation Director Lewis Cooksey highlighted the expanded funding’s role in significantly boosting the county’s ongoing traffic signal improvement efforts. 

 

STORY 2: Kemp won't run for U.S. Senate in 2026 

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced he will not run for the U.S. Senate in 2026, leaving the race against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff wide open. Kemp, seen as the GOP's strongest contender, cited family considerations and pledged to support a strong Republican nominee. Ossoff, considered vulnerable, has raised over $11 million this year, setting a record for a Senate incumbent. Democrats called Kemp's decision a setback for Republicans, while GOP hopefuls now scramble to fill the void in a race critical to Senate control. 

 

STORY 3: Lawrenceville changing trash pickup times because of summer heat 

Lawrenceville has implemented a summer trash pickup schedule, running from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Thursday, to protect sanitation workers from extreme heat. Residents must place trash on the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days, with the city recommending doing so the night before. While pickup days remain unchanged, early morning noise from trash trucks is expected. The schedule will continue through October 2. 

 

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STORY 4:  Snellville begins construction on new Briscoe Park community center 

Construction has begun on Snellville’s long-awaited 34,000-square-foot community center at T.W. Briscoe Park, following a groundbreaking ceremony last week. The $11.3 million facility, two decades in the makin