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Natural resources: Snellville man combines loves to become mineral artist
If you look in David Babulski's bedroom-turned-studio, you might think he's a painter or a mad scientist. The walls are covered in framed, detailed watercolors of colorful minerals. Three rows of little tan jars hold dozens of brushes and pencils. But on two different desks are tall microscopes with a special movable stand Babulski invented. Heavy, dusty textbooks on minerals are scattered around.
Lions claw way to win
A game between Peachtree Ridge and McEachern, which seemed to be plodding along, took a dramatic turn in the fourth quarter. And it was the sixth-ranked Lions that came up with the biggest late drama.Photo slide show inside
Pierogi festival to feature more than tasty treats
This event was so successful in its first year, vendors ran out of the signature festival item within two-and-a-half hours.
Ground attack powers Brookwood to win over Walton
ATLANTA -- With one of the top returning wide receiver-quarterback combinations in Gwinnett County, the popular notion was Brookwood's offense would be more apt to take to the air this season. In Saturday's opener against Walton at the Corky Kell Classic, however, the Broncos returned to traditional Brookwood football.Photo slide show inside
All in the family: Twins carry on tradition of becoming Eagles Scouts
Spencer and Trevor Bradham were just 5 years old when they watched their oldest brother become an Eagle Scout.
PREP ROUNDUP: Archer defeats Lanier in debut
Alesha Mann went 1-for-1 with a triple and a run to help Archer beat Lanier 7-4 on Saturday.
Error-prone Grayson falls to Kell
ATLANTA -- A holding call, two false starts and a fumble preceded Grayson getting stuffed for a loss on fourth-and-short deep in Kell territory, quickly extinguishing the momentum a struggling offense had built up late in the fourth quarter. It was that kind of season opener Saturday afternoon for the Rams, who suffered their first-ever loss in the Georgia Dome to Kell 13-10 in the annual Corky Kell Classic.Photo slide show and video highlight inside
Library staffer gets new Mr. T 'do after surpassing reading program goal
Niles Gray pities the fool who goes a whole summer without reading. Well, he probably won't call the person a fool. But keeping his end of a deal to kids who did read this summer, the Lawrenceville Library Associate shaved his hair to look like former "A-Team" star Mr. T.
Farm Bureau, GCPS partner for agriculture education
This summer, the Gwinnett County Farm Bureau donated copies of a video on agriculture to Gwinnett County Public Schools.
GOOD NEWS FROM SCHOOLS: Georgia PTA honors Gwinnett leaders who support schools
As the 2010-11 school year gets under way, Gwinnett County PTA and PTSA units already are working to support the teaching and learning taking place in Gwinnett County Public Schools.
North dominates Lassiter in Corky Kell debut
ATLANTA -- Talk about making an entrance. North Gwinnett made its Corky Kell debut in grand fashion Saturday at the Georgia Dome. The Bulldogs spotted Lassiter seven points and then reeled off the next 34, cruising to a 34-14 victory in the 19th annual kickoff classic.Photo slide show inside
Leadership Institute picks 25 rising stars for program
The Gwinnett Neighborhood Leadership Institute recently selected 25 rising leaders from throughout Gwinnett County to participate in an eight-month training program.
Poole, Norcross finish off victory
DACULA -- Norcross quarterback Matt Poole wasted little time proving he's fully recovered from a shoulder injury that sidelined him all of last season.With three touchdown passes in the first half, the Blue Devils senior propelled Norcross past Dacula 21-12 in both teams' season opener that began Friday night and resumed Saturday because of inclement weather.
Barrow County Fire Department retiree sent off in rocking chair
The year Ronald Holcomb became an emergency responder, the Watergate scandal was boiling, the first incarnation of "Wheel of Fortune" was introduced by NBC, and Jimmy Hoffa disappeared.
LARSON: Community well-invested in new Suwanee high school
When Lambert High School opened in Suwanee, just over the Gwinnett border in Forsyth County, last year, its focus on music struck a chord with the community. In order to provide a high quality band program for the school, Lambert took out a sizable loan from the school system to ensure that every student had an instrument and uniform. The plan paid off in many ways.
Horton stays in Petrino's sights
FAYETTEVILLE -- Bobby Petrino OK's every football prospect Arkansas pursues, but one in this year's incoming class came with Petrino's thumbs-up following a personal eye test.
JENKINS: Parents, cover your daughters: My teenage sons are looking
Dropping my son off at his high school the other day, I was reminded of a Bible verse. And no, it wasn't "Come unto Me, all ye that are heavy laden," even though students these days, between backpacks and gym bags and band instruments, cart around more luggage than I packed for a weeklong trip to Europe.
Starting from scratch: GSU, Curry begin new program in tough economy
ATLANTA -- In his previous head coaching jobs, there were plenty of things for Bill Curry to worry about.Who's going to play quarterback? How does the defense look? Will these Alabama fans ever fully accept me?
Looking forward: Cink optimistic about future, including next year's PGA Championship in Johns Creek
Less than a week after the PGA Championship, Stewart Cink was already sizing up next year's site of the golf's final major tournament each season.
Rocking on: Teenage cancer survivor befriends music legend
That day sticks out in her head unlike any other. On Sept. 10, 2009, Sarah Sterner came home from school just like any other day, but better. The first semester of her sophomore year at North Gwinnett High School, Sarah was beaming from the marks on her first progress report.
Dutch teen departs on voyage
PORTIMAO, Portugal -- A 14-year-old Dutch sailor departed in secrecy from Gibraltar on Saturday on her quest to become the youngest person to sail solo around the world, avoiding the media because her manager said she didn't want the attention.
Black male student graduation report: Gwinnett tops U.S., Ga. rates
A report released earlier this week by the Schott Foundation concludes the American educational system is systematically failing black male students.
WORLD IN BRIEF: Haiti ruling ends Wyclef Jean's run for president
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti -- In the span of a few weeks, hip-hop star Wyclef Jean turned the world's attention to a little-known political race in a small, impoverished Caribbean country -- with little campaigning, no TV ads and zero debates.
Teens learn survival skills for driving
The tires on her SUV squealed as Laura Lawrence skidded through a water-soaked area of asphalt and around a line of small, bright orange cones.
NATION IN BRIEF: Woman drowns after getting trapped in Ill. manhole
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- A 23-year-old woman has drowned after getting trapped in an uncovered manhole during heavy rain in Illinois.
Gwinnett County firefighters extinguish apartment blaze
Fire crews responded to a call at 7:20 p.m. Saturday regarding an apartment fire at Lake Sweetwater Apartments in Lawrenceville.
PEOPLE IN BRIEF: Jolie visits Bosnia, hopes to support
SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina -- A top official in Bosnia said Saturday that Angelina Jolie is interested in supporting education and other projects to help young Bosnians and people who return to homes they left during the war.
Friday night storms keep firefighters busy
Gwinnett firefighters were busy late Friday night and into early Saturday morning responding to multiple calls as a result of the lightning storm that moved through the county during that time.
American golf clubs in the rough as members drop away
MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- A few weeds have popped up on the fairways, and summer's heat has scorched the grass here and there, but the golf course at the Hampshire Country Club is still tidy and scenic, its little waterfall still burbling through the rocks.
Teens go behind the scenes at concert
Two Gwinnett teens got the opportunity to go behind the scenes and film rapper Roscoe Dash in June. Now their video could win them Apple iPads.
ROBINSON: In just 19 months, change has been accomplished
This is a radical break from journalistic convention, I realize, but today I'd like to give credit where it's due -- specifically, to President Barack Obama. Quiet as it's kept, he's on a genuine winning streak.
Man accused of cat attack due in court
LAWRENCEVILLE -- A Braselton man accused of slicing the throat of a cat named Bob last year is expected to face a jury trial this week.
Blackmon catches fire in Tulsa
Charlie Blackmon, whose season got off to a late start because of hamstring problems, has certainly made up for lost time. One of the hottest hitters in the minor leagues, the former North Gwinnett and Georgia Tech standout had three four-hit games over a 12-day stretch with Tulsa of the Class AA Texas League.
MINOR LEAGUE NOTES: Burnette's bat heats up
Chase Burnette had a breakout junior season at Georgia Tech, and the Buford graduate has continued his strong hitting after leaving school a year early to sign with the Indians.
SMITH: Manuel steers a steady course
When I think of Charlie Manuel, who has kept the Phillies in contention for the World Series title three years in a row, I think of a leathery, sun-tanned sailor -- an old salt -- hanging around the docks.
Braves pull within one, but Cubs hang on in 9th
After getting swept by the division-leading Reds and Padres at Wrigley Field, Tom Gorzelanny wanted to make something clear after a win over another first place opponent.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Howard thanks voters for runoff win
With the runoff out of the way, commission candidate Lynette Howard has turned her eyes to November, when she will face Democrat Robert Lee Byars.
Divers pull drowned man from Lake Lucerne
The body of a 28-year-old Atlanta man who fell from a boat into the waters of Lake Lucerne on Friday evening was recovered Saturday morning.
GWINNETT GAB: Gwinnett Senior Leadership names class of 2011
Gwinnett Senior Leadership names class of 2011
Library staffer gets new Mr. T 'do after surpassing reading program goal
LAWRENCEVILLE — Niles Gray pities the fool who goes a whole summer without reading.
LETTERS: Sensitivity should apply to all, not just minority groups
Kathleen Parker’s column “Free speech isn’t easy, nor is it always sensitive” (Aug. 19, Page 6A) raised some thoughts.
Births
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MINOR LEAGUE NOTES: Burnette's bat heats up
Chase Burnette had a breakout junior season at Georgia Tech, and the Buford graduate has continued his strong hitting after leaving school a year early to sign with the Indians.
Horton stays in Petrino's sights
FAYETTEVILLE — Bobby Petrino OK’s every football prospect Arkansas pursues, but one in this year’s incoming class came with Petrino’s thumbs-up following a personal eye test.
O'REILLY: The best place to live
And the winner is: Finland! According to Newsweek magazine, that is the best country on the face of the Earth. Who knew? The United States is the 11th best place to live, just behind Denmark, which, of course, is close to the promised land of Finland.
College Notes
Melissa Lynn Haley of Loganville received a bachelor’s degree in theater and music from Wesleyan College.
OUR VIEW: Med school now churns out druggists
It’s back-to-school time.
Record 10 walks doom G-Braves
Once again, an early Gwinnett lead evaporated in a haze of walks and the Charlotte Knights cruised past the G-Braves 8-6 on Saturday night at Knights Stadium in Fort Mill, S.C.
Newkirk - Shipley
Craig and Tina Newkirk of Grayson announce the engagement of their daughter Heather Anne Newkirk of Tuscaloosa, Ala., to Lewis Brandon Shipley of Tuscaloosa, son of Lewis and Donna Shipley of Greensboro, Ala.
IN BRIEF: Braselton resort announces completion of renovations
Braselton resort announces completion of renovations
Forrest Robinson
Forrest Andrew (Andy) Robinson, 30, of Alpharetta went to live with his Savior, Jesus, on Thursday, August 19, 2010. Family will welcome friends on Saturday, August 21st, from 4:00-6:00 p.m ...
Elaine King Payne
Elaine King Payne, age 68 of Lawrenceville, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2010 from an extended illness. Funeral Services will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, August 22 ...
Dale Poulnott
Dale Poulnott, age 72 of Commerce, GA passed away August 19, 2010. Arrangements by Smith Funeral Home, 770-867-4553
David Keller
Mr. David Albert Keller, age 77, of Flowery Branch, GA passed away Friday, August 20, 2010. Arrangements by Memorial Park South Funeral Home and Cemetery, 770-967-5555
Eileen Nickerson
Eileen Nickerson, age 85, of Suwanee, GA, passed away on August 18, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Freeland Nickerson. Eileen is survived ...
Sidney Baldwin
Sidney (S.A.) Baldwin, 80, of Dacula, GA, went to be with his maker, Jesus Christ, on August 20, 2010. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, August ...
