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Community Connection: Tina Woodard
Last Updated: 2:58 PM 11/13/09 - Buford resident Tina Woodard is co-founder of the educational enrichment organization I Am B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L., which is dedicated to helping girls and women build self-esteem and develop leadership skills.
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Community Connection: Gwinnett Fire Marshal Greg Schaffer
Last Updated: 3:36 PM 11/06/09 - Deputy Chief Greg Schaffer, Gwinnett’s new Fire Marshal, adheres to an uplifting motto: “It’s all good.” The former bodybuilder turned youth coach brings a healthy dose of optimism to the office, modeling his leadership philosophies after stalwarts like former UCLA basketball coach John Wooden. He was promoted in September when his predecessor retired. (Full Story)
Community Connection: Bill McCargo
Last Updated: 12:22 PM 10/30/09 - This fall, Bill McCargo was looking forward to retirement after spending a career at Scientific Atlanta, now a part of Cisco. (Full Story)
Community Connection: Wanda Saed
Last Updated: 4:11 PM 10/23/09 - A native Georgian, Wanda Saed has lived in Gwinnett County for about 20 years. Earlier this year, she was named the new director of Brenau University’s North Atlanta campus in Norcross. The campus, which offers programs through the University’s Evening and Weekend College, has a record 420 students this term. Having attended evening and weekend classes herself, Saed said she understand the challenges the campus’ students face. (Full Story)
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