Local Initiatives Spearhead Composting Efforts to Combat Holiday Induced Environmental Issues

26.GDP Script/ Top Stories for Dec 26th   

Publish Date:  Dec 20th   

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From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Tuesday, December 26th and Happy 59th Birthday to Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich

***12.26.23 – BIRTHDAY – LARS ULRICH***

I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia.

Local Initiatives Spearhead Composting Efforts to Combat Holiday Induced Environmental Issues
Essential Guide to Packing for Holiday Air Travel
Navigating Peak and Off-Peak Driving Hours during Christmas and New Year's in Georgia

Plus, my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on vitamin C.

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STORY 1: Composting Efforts to Combat Holiday Induced Environmental Issues

Now that the Christmas gifts have been opened and Christmas dinner has been consumed, local initiatives and composting efforts are aiming to address environmental issues during the holidays. Americans contribute to a 25% increase in waste, totaling 25 million tons during the holidays. Gift-giving, driven by sales, leads to unnecessary purchases, creating more waste. Unwanted gifts add to the problem, with 53% of Americans receiving them. Wrapping paper alone generates 40 million tons of waste annually. Online shopping contributes to excessive packaging, totaling 85 million tons of paper products each year. Food waste is another challenge, with 305 million pounds wasted annually from the holidays.

STORY 2: Holiday Air Travel Guide: What Can You Pack

Navigating through airport security during the holiday season can be daunting. Here's a quick rundown of what you can bring on your flight. Solid food items are generally allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. But TSA officers may need to inspect these at security checkpoints. Liquids and gels follow different rules. Wine and beer in unopened retail packaging are allowed. Declare them at check-in if in checked baggage and consider extra protection like freezer bags and bubble wrap. Golf clubs and bags can be checked in. For fishing equipment, check airline size limitations for carry-ons. Secure sharp tackle in checked bags. Bicycles have varying guidelines and fees, so consult your airline. Smaller instruments like guitars can be carried on, while larger ones must be checked in. All carry-on instruments may undergo security screening. Transporting weapons is allowed following TSA guidelines. Unloaded firearms in a locked hard-sided container can be checked in. For more information, contact the TSA.

STORY 3: Peak and Off-Peak Driving Hours for Christmas and New Year's in Georgia

The holiday season is upon us, and AAA predicts a record-breaking travel period in Georgia. An estimated 3.6 million Georgians are set to journey at least 50 miles between Dec. 23 and Jan. 1, 2024, a 2.8% rise from last year. The vast majority, about 3.3 million, will drive, while others will take to the skies. According to AAA's VP of Travel, Debbie Haas, this could be Georgia's busiest year-end holiday travel season on record. To avoid the rush, aim for travel before 10 a.m. from Dec. 26 to 30. Peak congestion times to avoid range from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. from Dec. 26 to 30. If you're driving on I-20 westbound from Augusta to Atlanta, be prepared - traffic could be 23% heavier than usual.

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STORY 4: She bought a colorful vase at Goodwill for $3.99. The rare piece sold at auction for $107,000

In an unexpected turn of events, a Virginia woman's $3.99 thrift store purchase turned into a $107,100 windfall. Jessica Vincent bought a colorful vase from a Goodwill store, not knowing it was part of the rare Pennelatte series by Italian architect Carlo Scarpa from the 1940s. The vase was auctioned at the Wright Auction House in Chicago to an anonymous private European collector. Vincent plans to use her unexpected earnings to install an HVAC system in her recently acquired farmhouse. This story serves as a vivid reminder that hidden treasures can indeed be found in the most unexpected places.

STORY 5: EVENTS THIS WEEK

Atlanta Ballet's unique rendition of "The Nutcracker" returns to the Cobb Energy Centre, delighting audiences with an innovative blend of traditional stagecraft and modern technology. This reimagined classic is set to enchant viewers at 2pm today. In other entertainment news, Grammy Award-winning rapper Lil Baby is set to celebrate his birthday in style with his third annual birthday bash at State Farm Arena on December 27th. Fans can secure their spots to this star-studded event via Ticketmaster.com. Finally, Cirque du Soleil brings its latest spectacle, ECHO, to the Big Top at Atlantic Station. The show, starting at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, delves into themes of evolution and interconnectedness through breathtaking acrobatics, expressive poetry, and innovative technology. ECHO not only pushes the boundaries of performance art but also prompts audiences to reflect on their role in the world.

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STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH

And now here is my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on vitamin C.

STORY 7: LEAH MCGRATH

***LEAH MCGRATH INERVIEW***

We’ll have final thoughts after this.

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