Top Stories for November 25th
Publish Date: November 25th
PRE-ROLL: BUFORD HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.
Today is Tuesday, November 25th and Happy Birthday to Joe DiMaggio
I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia.
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: John Berry ready to kick off 29th annual Christmas tour in Sugar Hill
John Berry’s not making it home for Thanksgiving—again. The country music legend is kicking off his 29th annual Christmas with John Berry tour at the Eagle Theatre in Sugar Hill, where he and his band will spend the week rehearsing before the first show on Friday, Nov. 28.
The tour hits 17 cities, including Macon, the only stop that’s been on the schedule every single year. “Even during COVID, the mayor made sure we kept the streak alive,” Berry said.
The show? A mix of his hits (Your Love Amazes Me, Standing on the Edge of Goodbye) and Christmas classics from his O Holy Night album.
STORY 2: 'A welcome addition' — Popular Christkindl Market coming to Lawrenceville for the holiday season
One of the country’s top Christmas markets has found a new home—right in Lawrenceville.
The Atlanta Christkindl Market, a German-style holiday tradition that draws up to 160,000 visitors each year, kicks off on Black Friday and runs through Christmas Eve at the Lawrenceville Lawn. Think handcrafted gifts, authentic German food and drinks, a 150-foot Christmas tree, a Ferris wheel, and family-friendly entertainment.
After four years in Buckhead, the market outgrew its space.
“This is a perfect fit,” said Mayor David Still. “It’s another reason to celebrate the season in our city.”
STORY 3: Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, resigns house seat
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene dropped a bombshell Friday—she’s stepping down from her seat in the House. Her last day? January 5.
The announcement came via a video she posted on X (formerly Twitter) Why now? What’s next? There’s plenty of room for speculation.
Greene’s exit is bound to shake things up. One thing’s for sure: the political world will be buzzing about this one for a while.
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Break 2: Ingles Markets - SUGAR HILL HOLIDAY
STORY 4: Police: Hit-and-run driver allegedly abandoned injured passenger after accident
A horrifying crash in Duluth earlier this month left a passenger fighting for their life—and the driver now facing a stack of charges.
Samuel Contreras-Garcia, who police say fled the scene on foot, has been charged with felony hit-and-run, reckless driving, and more. The crash happened around 5:30 a.m. on Nov. 16 at Buford Highway and Duluth Highway.
Officers found a mangled silver sedan wedged between poles, and the unrestrained front-seat passenger had been thrown from the car. Critically injured, they were rushed to the hospital.
Surveillance footage allegedly shows Contreras-Garcia abandoning the wreck without calling 911. He was arrested two days later.
STORY 5: Gwinnett DA's Office recognizes law enforcement
The Red, Blue, and You event wasn’t the only moment of gratitude for Gwinnett’s law enforcement. The District Attorney’s Office hosted its own appreciation ceremony, shining a spotlight on the bravery and service of officers, deputies—and even a nurse—who’ve gone above and beyond.
Held at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, the event honored more than a dozen individuals from six agencies.
“When lives are on the line, having people like this step up—it’s everything,” said DA Patsy Austin-Gatson.
We’ll be right back.
Break 3: Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink Final
STORY 6: GCPS announces 2026 graduation schedule
Gwinnett County Public Schools just dropped the 2026 graduation schedule, and it’s a mix of tradition and big arena vibes. Phoenix High kicks things off on May 14 at Lawrenceville Lawn, while Duluth and Discovery close it out on Memorial Day, May 25, at Gas South Arena.
Most schools will stick with Gas South Arena for their ceremonies, but a few—like Central Gwinnett, Brookwood, Parkview, and Mill Creek—are keeping it old-school with graduations at their home stadiums.
STORY 7: Gwinnett's tag offices moving to new hours of operation in 2026
Starting in 2026, Gwinnett’s tag offices are trimming their hours—closing 30 minutes to an hour earlier each day. Beginning Jan. 1, offices will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Right now, they stay open until 5:30 p.m. most days and 6 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Why the change? Tax Commissioner Denise Mitchell pointed to the growing use of self-service kiosks—16 in total, with three available 24/7. “We want to make things easier,” she said.
Oh, and heads up: all tag offices, the main office, and the call center will close at noon on Dec. 5 for system updates. Back to normal Dec. 8.
We’ll have closing comments after this
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Top Stories for November 25th
Publish Date: November 25th
PRE-ROLL: BUFORD HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.
Today is Tuesday, November 25th and Happy Birthday to Joe DiMaggio
I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia.
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!
Break 1: Kia Mall of Georgia - DTL HOLIDAY
STORY 1: John Berry ready to kick off 29th annual Christmas tour in Sugar Hill
John Berry’s not making it home for Thanksgiving—again. The country music legend is kicking off his 29th annual Christmas with John Berry tour at the Eagle Theatre in Sugar Hill, where he and his band will spend the week rehearsing before the first show on Friday, Nov. 28.
The tour hits 17 cities, including Macon, the only stop that’s been on the schedule every single year. “Even during COVID, the mayor made sure we kept the streak alive,” Berry said.
The show? A mix of his hits (Your Love Amazes Me, Standing on the Edge of Goodbye) and Christmas classics from his O Holy Night album.
STORY 2: 'A welcome addition' — Popular Christkindl Market coming to Lawrenceville for the holiday season
One of the country’s top Christmas markets has found a new home—right in Lawrenceville.
The Atlanta Christkindl Market, a German-style holiday tradition that draws up to 160,000 visitors each year, kicks off on Black Friday and runs through Christmas Eve at the Lawrenceville Lawn. Think handcrafted gifts, authentic German food and drinks, a 150-foot Christmas tree, a Ferris wheel, and family-friendly entertainment.
After four years in Buckhead, the market outgrew its space.
“This is a perfect fit,” said Mayor David Still. “It’s another reason to celebrate the season in our city.”
STORY 3: Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, resigns house seat
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene dropped a bombshell Friday—she’s stepping down from her seat in the House. Her last day? January 5.
The announcement came via a video she posted on X (formerly Twitter) Why now? What’s next? There’s plenty of room for speculation.
Greene’s exit is bound to shake things up. One thing’s for sure: the political world will be buzzing about this one for a while.
We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.
We’ll be right back
Break 2: Ingles Markets - SUGAR HILL HOLIDAY
STORY 4: Police: Hit-and-run driver allegedly abandoned injured passenger after accident
A horrifying crash in Duluth earlier this month left a passenger fighting for their life—and the driver now facing a stack of charges.
Samuel Contreras-Garcia, who police say fled the scene on foot, has been charged with felony hit-and-run, reckless driving, and more. The crash happened around 5:30 a.m. on Nov. 16 at Buford Highway and Duluth Highway.
Officers found a mangled silver sedan wedged between poles, and the unrestrained front-seat passenger had been thrown from the car. Critically injured, they were rushed to the hospital.
Surveillance footage allegedly shows Contreras-Garcia abandoning the wreck without calling 911. He was arrested two days later.
STORY 5: Gwinnett DA's Office recognizes law enforcement
The Red, Blue, and You event wasn’t the only moment of gratitude for Gwinnett’s law enforcement. The District Attorney’s Office hosted its own appreciation ceremony, shining a spotlight on the bravery and service of officers, deputies—and even a nurse—who’ve gone above and beyond.
Held at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, the event honored more than a dozen individuals from six agencies.
“When lives are on the line, having people like this step up—it’s everything,” said DA Patsy Austin-Gatson.
We’ll be right back.
Break 3: Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink Final
STORY 6: GCPS announces 2026 graduation schedule
Gwinnett County Public Schools just dropped the 2026 graduation schedule, and it’s a mix of tradition and big arena vibes. Phoenix High kicks things off on May 14 at Lawrenceville Lawn, while Duluth and Discovery close it out on Memorial Day, May 25, at Gas South Arena.
Most schools will stick with Gas South Arena for their ceremonies, but a few—like Central Gwinnett, Brookwood, Parkview, and Mill Creek—are keeping it old-school with graduations at their home stadiums.
STORY 7: Gwinnett's tag offices moving to new hours of operation in 2026
Starting in 2026, Gwinnett’s tag offices are trimming their hours—closing 30 minutes to an hour earlier each day. Beginning Jan. 1, offices will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Right now, they stay open until 5:30 p.m. most days and 6 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Why the change? Tax Commissioner Denise Mitchell pointed to the growing use of self-service kiosks—16 in total, with three available 24/7. “We want to make things easier,” she said.
Oh, and heads up: all tag offices, the main office, and the call center will close at noon on Dec. 5 for system updates. Back to normal Dec. 8.
We’ll have closing comments after this
Break 4: STRAND THEATRE
Signoff –
Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com
Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Produced by the BG Podcast Network
Show Sponsors:
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