GwinnettForum | Number 25.78 | Oct. 7, 2025
BLOOD WORK: Learning about blood types and why it is important is a vital part of nursing training at Georgia Gwinnett College. Dr. Victoria Bali, middle, shows Mehak Moti (left) and Noor Daoud (right) how to see the clotting in a blood sample and determine the blood type in the Anatomy and Physiology II lab. (Photo by Daniel Melograna, Georgia Gwinnett College.)
TODAY’S FOCUS: Reflect and consider thinking of your many legacies
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Voters should continue to approve E-SPLOST penny
SPOTLIGHT: Georgia Banking Company
ANOTHER VIEW: Can the United States lower its drug prices?
FEEDBACK: Lists detail of why she’ll vote NO on E-SPLOST
UPCOMING: Here is where to cast your E-SPLOST vote
NOTABLE: Students learning why matching blood types is vital
RECOMMENDED: Ruin Their Crops on the Ground, by Andrea Freeman
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Georgia State Soccer Association dates back to 1967
MYSTERY PHOTO: Can you locate the scene from this tall building?
CALENDAR: Thought leaders lunch is Thursday
Reflect and consider thinking of your many legacies
By Randy Brunson
SUWANEE, Ga. | Some years ago, I heard a speaker say that there is no true success without a successor. Which caused me to pause and think about the legacy I wanted to leave. Reflection brings to mind five areas where we can leave a legacy.
Personal legacy: Of all that we are, do, and have, for what do we want to be remembered at our passing? What will be the theme of our lives, as shared by those who speak at our funeral? What are the two or three things for which we most want to be remembered?
Family legacy: What will our children share about us? Who will our grandchildren be as a result of how we lived our lives? What are the core values which are most meaningful to us? And which we want to transfer across the generations?
Business legacy: What matters to each of us about business? Maximizing profitability? Being known among peers as a good business person? Having a positive impact on our team, customers, clients, and community? Selling for a large multiple? Transitioning the business to the next generation?
Financial legacy: Will all assets go to your children? If so, does that serve them well? Are there other causes which matter to you? A difference you want to make in the world? As you think through these questions, do you transfer everything at death or start the transfer process during life?
Spiritual legacy: The given. God is alive and well and intensely interested in your well-being. And in fact “rejoices over you with singing.” The bridge to the return of our heart to his is in and through the person of his son Jesus Christ. As you begin to experience the freedom which comes with this beautiful relationship, how do you want to communicate this glorious freedom to your family and others you care about?
Continue to think of your many legacies!
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Voters should continue to approve E-SPLOST penny
By Elliott Brack
Editor and Publisher, GwinnettForum
OCT. 7, 2025 | Early voting for the November 4 question on whether to continue the one per cent special purpose local option tax for education (E-SPLOST) begins October 14.
In every E-SPLOST vote since 1997, Gwinnett voters seem to understand the financial benefit of having one cent of the sales taxes collection in the county designated for educational purposes. The county has always approved this special one penny tax for education by a wide margin. (See the history of this collection in the accompanying table.)
County voters realize that in a fast-growing county like Gwinnett there will be a continual need for additional capital for school funding. So, it’s either to allow not only Gwinnettians to pay another penny of sales, but to allow all the shoppers who do not live in Gwinnett, to contribute their retail dollars in the county to help us pay for our school infrastructure. Those out-of-towners buying items here make for less taxes on the local citizens by helping to fund our schools through sales taxes.
For years, with a stable elected Board of Education, and an exemplary school superintendent, Gwinnett schools have flourished. They have been recognized as among the best in the United States, even though the system is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the country. However, in the last few years, with the election of new school board members, this new board has fired two school superintendents before the expiration of their contracts, costing Gwinnett serious money, and now is in the process of hiring another school superintendent, a process that may take up to another year.
This disharmony between the school board members, and the operations of the schools guided by the superintendent, is causing some people to question whether voters will continue to fund much of the school budget through the E-SPLOST program. Some have called loudly to vote “NO” on the question.
We beg to differ from these naysayers.
The current E-SPLOST in three quarters of the year 2025 has provided $742 million to Gwinnett schools. By the end of this year, it will probably bring in close to $1 billion to Gwinnett schools. Should the “No” voters prevail, where is this great amount of revenue going to be pulled from? Even if the School Board had to raise only an additional half a billion dollars, there is no other way to raise the money than through a property tax increase for homeowners and businesses.) This would put an additional burden on the taxpayers of the county. Re-approving the E-SPLOST would avoid having to eventually increase home and commercial taxes.
While we have not been pleased at the antics of our current School Board, voting against the E-SPLOST is something like hitting yourself in the face. Why suffer this way, when an alternative is easier?
The eventual way to improve the direction of the Gwinnett schools is for voters to vote against two of three board members in the fall of 2026. That has a better possibility of keeping Gwinnett’s specific school system among the best in the country. But this November, vote YES to continue E-SPLOST.
Keep Mending: Former School Superintendent Alvin Wilbanks is home and on the mend after undergoing quadruple bypass surgery.
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Can the United States lower its drug prices?
“You know, we’ve cut drug prices by 1,200, 1,300 and 1,400, 1,500 percent.” – President Trump, Aug. 10, 2025.
By Jack Bernard, contributing columnist
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. | Sure, you have. And all patriotic Americans also want to thank you for ending Russia’s war on the Ukraine and achieving permanent peace throughout the world.
Although I wish it were true, Trump’s statement is obviously completely, 100 percent false (what a surprise). However, as is so often true with Trump, his statement is entertaining… and correctly recognizes that there is a big healthcare problem that should have been addressed long ago.
On a more serious note, we do have the highest drug prices in the world. Per the prior administration, “…our prices average nearly three times what is found in other developed nations”.
I worked as vice president of development for the second largest private healthcare group purchasing organization in the nation, buying billions of pharmaceuticals annually. We had pricing that was 20 percent lower than what the largest hospital systems could negotiate on their own. But, after extensive analysis of the pricing in four Canadian provinces, I gave up trying to beat their pricing. They just laughed at the situation, including the misperception of everyday Americans that our healthcare system is superior to theirs. It clearly is not.
The game is rigged, with the United States being the inevitable loser. If they were truly patriots and had the desire to help our nation, our political leaders…both Democrats and Republicans...could do more than just talk about solving the situation.
Drug companies say they need to charge more to fund research. But much of that research is funded by the federal government. Plus, even if Big Pharma develops drugs on its own, through higher pricing, we are funding drug research for the rest of the developed world. Those wealthy countries are obviously not paying their share.
In the meantime, family earnings that could be going for other household expenses (like improved housing and education are instead going to line the pockets of pharmaceutical executives who are making outrageous amounts of money. Can you guess how much? The top 10 pharmas’ profits range from $287 million a year (Ugur Sahin) to a meager $19 million annually (Chris Boerner).
Democrats, Republicans and Independents, we are all paying for those outrageous salaries! Our two political parties can agree on almost nothing. But there is bipartisan agreement on taking contributions from Big Pharma, which has been buying off (with political contributions) the leaders of both parties for many decades. Per Open Secrets, they list the politicians who received the most in the last election cycle (2023-24).
“You have to have the courage to do what’s right.” That was Kamala Harris, who got over $8.6 million from Big Pharma.
“I will fight for you with every breath in my body,” said President Trump, who got a mere $1.5 million. Three politicos, Democratic Senators Bob Casey of Pennsylvania, and Jon Tester of Montana, plus GOP Rep. Brette Guthrie of Kentucky, got over a half million from Pharma. Among the next 15 were members of both parties (nine Democrats and six Republicans), getting from a quarter million to a bit less than a half million dollars.
There are numerous ways to bring down the cost of drugs. However, until we have drastic reform of our campaign financing system, I doubt the situation will ever improve. Wouldn’t it be revolutionary to hear national leaders of either party promoting that Big Pharma needed to substantially lower drug prices!
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Lists detail of why she’ll vote NO on E-SPLOST
Editor, the Forum:
Jyot Singh, who wrote the main article in the Oct. 1 GwinnettForum, is not only a Gwinnett Math, Science and Technology graduate, but a political consultant and founder of Blue Husky Group (political advocacy group). It would have been nice for you to have included equal billing to Lisa Rutherford and the GAP Accountability Project, which is truly a grassroots effort by the taxpayers who are sick of the Gwinnett County County Public Schools (GCOS) bloat and waste.
Jyot wrote a “feel good” piece lacking real data. The GCPS millage rate is close to the cap… it can’t go much higher.. I am tired of the insatiable appetite for taxpayer money. GCPS needs some “tough love”… they are like a 16 year old girl with her parent’s credit card. E-SPLOST was meant for growth and not maintenance. Enrollment is flat and their spending is unsustainable. The taxpayer needs to decide with balanced and fair reporting.
These are the reasons why I am voting “No” to E-SPLOST. When you click on the “more information is available here” you will see copious amounts of facts and data.
– Cathy Loew, Peachtree Corners
School board is doing less with more funds
Editor, the Forum:
After living in Gwinnett (Duluth and Suwanee) for 35 years, I am currently a resident of Waleska. I was active in Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) , being on the GEMS Committee for 16 years, multiple Discipline Committees, reviewing educational instructional materials for 25 years, various review and policy committees, and addressing the GCPS Board 175+ times on Budget, Millage Rate, Policy, and Procedure topics. For many years I was the only resident on first Budget review meetings, and the only person to speak in the budget and millage rate required meetings.
I have many friends who are residents of Gwinnett and employees in the GCPS, and I care greatly for their and the students’ success. The current board is doing less with more. They need to prioritize and budget as the families of Gwinnett cannot continue to supply never ending funds.
– Craig Lowne, Waleska
Enjoyed articles on Central grads with Secret Service
Editor, the Forum:
Let me say that I appreciate your recognition of Central Gwinnett alumni Yvette Summerour and Chuck Brand and their achievements with the Secret Service. Having known both, I admire the job they both did protecting presidents while putting their own lives on the line, regardless of political affiliations.
I do wonder if they will find Mike Eberlein’s response of “armed revolt” as interesting as I do. Perhaps they could pass it along.
— Steve McCart, Lawrenceville, CGHS ‘78
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Here’s where you can cast your early E-SPLOST vote
Registered voters can cast their ballots early for the November 4 Special Election. Vote in advance in person every day, including Saturday and Sunday, from October 14 to October 31 at the Gwinnett Voter Registrations and Elections Office in Lawrenceville. If you prefer to vote by mail, request an absentee ballot until Friday, October 24.
Additional early voting locations are at Bogan Park, Collins Hill Library, Five Forks Library, George Pearce Park, One Stop Centerville, Loganville Fire Station; Lucky Shoals Park, Mountain Park Community room, Pinckneyville Park Recreation Center, Rhodes Jordan Park and Shorty Howell Park. If you prefer to vote by mail, request an absentee ballot until Friday, October 24. Visit GwinnettElections.com for more information.
Budget now to avoid stress for your Christmas gifts
The holidays come quicker than you think. Americans typically spend an average of $1,200 annually on holiday presents, according to the National Retail Federation. Georgia Gwinnett College business professor Dr. Cathy McCrary says starting to budget now can help avoid stress and overspending later.
“It’s been said that ‘when you fail to plan, you’re planning to fail,’” McCrary says. “This wisdom also applies to spending decisions.”
McCrary recommends creating a simple plan that:
- Identifies who you want to buy gifts for,
- Lists the types of gifts you’d like to give, and
- Includes the average retail price of each item.
By setting a plan early, shoppers gain discipline, understand price points before sales begin, and have a clear savings goal for major events such as Amazon Prime Days, Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Strategies for Saving:
- Determine a realistic savings target (even if it doesn’t cover everything on your wish list).
- Break down how much you can set aside each pay period, based on your income and other financial responsibilities.
- Create a separate savings account and set up automatic transfers to stay on track.
After putting this plan into action, shoppers may discover that sticking to a budget can help avoid holiday debt.
“And that’s something to be jolly about,” she says.
Jackson EMC endows Georgia 4-H speaking program
Demonstrating a lasting commitment to youth leadership and personal development, Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (Jackson EMC) has endowed Georgia 4H’s Public Speaking Project, which is part of the organization’s leadership development program Project Achievement. This gift ensures continued support for one of the organization’s most impactful programs.
This endowed sponsorship reflects Jackson EMC’s deep belief that helping young people develop communication, confidence and leadership skills is essential to building stronger communities. As part of its broader support for youth development, Jackson EMC, along with its employees and members, recognizes public speaking as a life skill that opens doors for academic, civic and career success.
“Georgia 4-H supports young people on their journey to become healthy, engaged, and productive citizens, and these efforts are made possible because of the generous support of great partners like Jackson EMC,” said Georgia 4-H State Leader Melanie Biersmith.
Students learn why matching blood types is vital
Lab coats. Check. Gloves. Check.
Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) students learned about the importance of blood typing and then went into action, putting their knowledge to work.
Dr. Victoria Bali, assistant professor of biology, recently taught her students how to type blood, a follow-up on learning about the immune system. Her students were tasked with determining the blood type of four patients. To do this, the students worked with samples of synthetic blood.
She says: “I stress the importance of matching correct donors and recipients for transfusions and understanding mismatch reactions. The immune system recognizes foreign substances and will defend the body by attacking them. That’s why accurate blood typing is critical – so your immune system does not attack the new blood you are receiving.”
The transition of learning about the body’s immune system to blood typing is foundational.
“One way the immune system defends the body is by producing antibodies that target these foreign substances,” she adds. “We use this property of the immune system to correctly identify a person’s blood type.”
Part of her lecture included showing her class why it’s important to understand the different blood types. Her students learned that the universal donor is O-negative and the universal recipient is AB-positive. Simply put, that means that people with O-negative blood can donate to all blood types, which is why the demand is high. People with AB-positive blood can receive from all blood types.
Sherika Wilkerson, a Lawrenceville native and senior studying nursing, says: “Dr. Bali’s lecture helped me to work with my lab partners to easily identify the different blood types we had. This is important to know so that patients know I’m receiving the correct blood type.”
For Rame Muner, a junior who wants to study nursing, the lecture and lab are knowledge he’ll need for his career. “Receiving the correct blood type is lifesaving,” he says.
According to the National Institutes of Health, if a recipient receives mismatched blood, reactions from the immune system can range from hemolysis, the destruction of red blood cells, fever and back pain. In severe cases, it can lead to kidney failure and even death.
Local hospitals depend on donations to help their patients in need of care ranging from traumas and surgery to childbirth. The supply of blood is also used to treat patients battling diseases that range from cancer to Sickle Cell.
According to the Association for Blood Donor Professionals, Type O blood is the most common and in the highest demand. This is because those with an O-positive blood type can donate to any positive blood type, which accounts for over 80 percent of the population.
Ruin Their Crops on the Ground, by Andrea Freeman
From Raleigh Perry, Buford: The new book deals with an aspect of American history, but it is an old idea. The Thirty Year’s War in Europe lasted from 1618 to 1648, and was basically between the Protestants and the Holy Roman Empire. It re-arranged Europe. It brought about a lot of changes, but one is basically never mentioned. These were large armies with horses and men going all over Europe. They destroyed crops, whatever was standing. People in the area were having problems feeding themselves. With above the ground crops, along came one that would surprise most people: potatoes. Horses and men could walk all over them, but the potatoes were still there. This war introduced the potato into the diet of Europe. In Germany it is either the kartoffel or erdapfel and in France the pomme de terre. Both translate to earth apple, but they are nothing but potatoes.
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Georgia State Soccer Association dates back to 1967
An organizing entity for amateur soccer, the Georgia State Soccer Association (GSSA), formed in 1967. The impetus again came partly from international sources.
Before the GSSA’s founding, amateur teams consisting of Scottish and South American migrants had competed informally with teams from Lockheed-Georgia (later Lockheed Martin). Lockheed, which opened its Marietta plant in 1951, had its own league. The 360 players registered in the GSSA’s first season represented 35 countries. Separate soccer programs for women and girls took hold in the 1970s through a recreational league at the Decatur-DeKalb YMCA.
Youth soccer sustained its development over the years despite fickle attitudes toward the professional game. The indoor soccer variant with which theAtlanta Chiefs and other teams experimented also failed to thrive. Yet youth soccer participation increased steadily, from 200 statewide registrants in the Georgia Youth Soccer Association’s first year (1974-75) to a peak of more than 80,000 in 2001.
The game’s popularity resulted in the development of multifield soccer facilities in Athens, Columbus, Macon, and Rome. More than 100 youth teams compete in an annual spring tournament in Augusta. Immigration to Atlanta and other Georgia cities has also generated scores of Hispanic leagues and competitions among other ethnic groups. In 1989 Soccer in the Streets, a nonprofit organization, began in Atlanta to bring soccer and other activities for disadvantaged youth to urban areas. The program has expanded and is nationwide.
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Can you place where this photograph was taken?
From some tall building, you get this view. The question is, where is it? Send your thoughts to ebrack2@gmail.com and include where you live.
Erin Hart, Duluth, recognized the recent mystery: “This mystery photo is the Ark at the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Ky. It is a replica of Noah’s Ark built to the specifications outlined in the Bible. Not only is it an interesting, well-built structure, but it contains many detailed exhibits pertaining to the concept of creationism. I’ve been there when on a trip to Lexington. I had read about it, and it was only a short drive north. It’s huge and quite a sight to see. The ark interior has beautiful woodwork. It also includes the museum exhibits about creationism. It was interesting and fun to see.” The photograph came from Molly Titus of Peachtree Corners.
Jay Altman of Columbia, S.C., gave us its size: “It features a full-sized Noah’s Ark, three decks high, built according to dimensions given in the Bible, which are 510 feet long,85 feet wide, and 51 feet high.”
Allan Peel of San Antonio, Texas, adds: “Beyond the ark itself, the site includes a petting zoo, zip-line courses, a 1,500-seat restaurant, a 2,500-seat theater, gift shops, and landscaped grounds. The project had an estimated cost of over $100 million, and supporters argue it drives regional tourism and economic impact, while critics challenge its scientific claims and use of public incentives.”
Others sending in the correct answer were Dale Burns, Duluth, Sara Rawlins, Lawrenceville, George Graf, Palmyra, Va.; Jim Savedelis, Duluth; Buck Lindsay, Lawrenceville; Stewart Ogilvie, Rehobeth, Ala.; and Susan McBrayer, Sugar Hill.
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Thought leaders lunch is Thursday
Snellville Commerce Club will be Tuesday, October 7 at noon at Piedmont Eastside Hospital in Snellville. Speaker will be Melissa Laramie, chief engagement officer, for Gwinnett County Public Schools. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Sociology and Social Work from Seattle University and Masters in Communication from Gonzaga University. An enrolled member of the Colville Confederated Tribes, she also speaks on topics nationwide.
Centerville area citizens are being encouraged to attend a public hearing on a proposed change to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding crematories and related zoning on Tuesday, October 7 at 7 p.m. at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center,(GJAC), 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville. In addition, a Gwinnett Superior Court hearing concerning parking will be on October 8 at 9 a.m. at GJAC.
A debate in Norcross for candidates for two city council seats is scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, at 7 p.m. at the Norcross Community Center. Councilman Matt Myers is being challenged by Briana Murray, while Councilman Bruce Gaynor will have Samantha Spitzner as his opponent. Moderator of the debate will be Jim Blum of Peachtree Corners.
The Norcross PDC (people drinking coffee) meets each Wednesday at 8:15 a.m. at the 45 South Café in downtown Norcross. Speaker for the October 8 meeting will be Christopher Hardin, director of Suwanee Economic Development. The event is free and visitors are welcomed.
The [M] Factor film is a screening and roundtable discussion on the first documentary film on the health crisis faced by millions of women going through menopause. A roundtable discussion will follow the screening on October 8 at the Lilburn Branch of Gwinnett Public Library.
Southwest Gwinnett Chamber will host its Thursday Thought Leaders Lunch on October 9 at 11:30 A.M. at the Hilton Atlanta Northeast in Peachtree Corners. October’s topic is “Creating a Culture of Care: Winning the Hearts of Your Customers,” presented by author and guest speaker, Dee Ann Turner. Cost is $34 for members; $40 for non-members. Lunch buffet is included. Register by October 7 to reserve your spot.
Bewitching will be presented by Lionheart Theatre in Norcross, now in its 25 season, on October 9-12 at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday through Friday and 2 p.m. Sunday. This is a collection of chilling short plays for the Halloween season. New scares, new laughs, deadly fun. Hocus-Pocus: witch alert!
Writing Your Memoirs: Learn how your experiences and life lessons can entertain and inspire others in this three-part writing workshop. This will be presented on October 9, 16, and 23 at the Collins Hill Branch of Gwinnett County Public Library.
The 53rd annual Lilburn Daze arts and craft festival will be Saturday, October 11, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 76 Main Street in Lilburn.
The Norcross Arts Splash will be held in downtown’s Thrasher Park on Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sunday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 100 artists from across the county will showcase their talents with folk art, ceramics, paintings, photography, mixed media, fiber art, metalwork and jewelry. There will be an interactive Kid’s Zone with face paintings, sand art, plus playground equipment. There will also be lots of festival food and drink. New for 2025 is the addition of the Local Maker’s Market at the historic Norcross Library, which is adjacent to Thrasher Park. Visit this treasure trove of handmade items by local artisans and crafters.
Teen Easy Writing Workshop: Save time and stress by joining high school seniors and parents for practical tips on jump-starting the Common App personal statement (as well as the shorter supplemental essays required by many colleges). The event will be October 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Duluth Branch of Gwinnett County Public Library.
The annual Gwinnett Great Days of Service volunteer weekend returns October 17-19, bringing together thousands of individuals, corporations, schools, civic organizations, and communities to lend a hand with critical needs around the county. Register today at VolunteerGwinnett.net. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful change in our community!
Pedal Norcross: It’s time to “gear up” for this annual event. Attendees of all ages and skills levels get to explore Norcross on a 4.1 mile group ride, all while promoting safe and sustainable biking practices! This year the event will take place on Saturday, October 18 from 3-6 p.m. starting from Norcross City Hall, 65 Lawrenceville St. There will be free bike and helmet rentals, as well as free bike tune ups, if attendees bring their own bike. Check out their site for (free) tickets, volunteer, and donation opportunities!
Gwinnett Master Gardeners will meet October 20 at 7 p.m. at the Bethesda Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville. Speaker will be Eric Marlow, an UGA Extension Agent who has recently returned from Morocco, speaking of his time there as it relates to agriculture.
Police meeting: Ever wanted to learn about Gwinnett County police services? This is your chance to get the answers you’ve been looking for directly from the county. Join Chief J.D. McClure and other members of his force for a community meeting in Peachtree Corners on Thursday, October 23, at 6:30 at Peachtree Corners Baptist Church, 4480 Peachtree Corners Circle. County Police will be there to talk about the wide range of services and units within its department. Visit the event page and let us know you’re coming: GCGA.us/CommunityMeeting.
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