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Radloff to seek school board re-election as Democrat
Radloff, first elected to school board in 1972, has been chairwoman eight times
Nine local schools rank tops in state
Out of 38 high schools ranked in the U.S. News and World Report's Best High Schools list released this week, seven of them are Gwinnett County Public Schools and one is a Buford City School.
'Fifty Shades' too steamy for Gwinnett library shelves
The Gwinnett County Public Library will not be carrying the steamy "Fifty Shades of Grey" trilogy, officials calling it "self-proclaimed erotica" and ill-fitting for the scope of its collection.
Commissioner wants tax shift
A Gwinnett County elected official wants voters to decide whether to give the thumbs up for what he called the beginnings of a small-scale Fair Tax.
Homeless group demands evicted man's release from jail
Homeless advocates demand release of mortgage fraud suspect from the Gwinnett County Jail.
Gwinnett Tech dean remembered for sense of humor
The Lawrenceville resident will be remembered for his work, humor and love of his family.
Molestation suspect camped in woods to elude cops
Child molestation suspect camped in woods around Snellville for several days to elude police, officials say.
Briscoe shooter released from hospital, arrested in beating of wife
Suspect's wife found bleeding and covered with blankets after allegedly being attacked with a dumbbell
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Shafer's zero-based budgeting bill signed by governor
Local legislator glad to pass budgeting bill; Gwinnett elections director picked for election law review committee.
The Daily "Post" - May 10, 2012
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German shepherd rescue group calls Gwinnett home
DACULA -- The dirtied yellow cast -- earned through traumatic experience and, later, the lifesaving partnership that brought her to Gwinnett -- does not slow Lessie down. She spins and bounces around her run at the kennel situated on Judge Carla Brown's sprawling Dacula farm, front paws splayed high against
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Grayson rallies in Game 2 to sweep series with Luella
The Grayson Rams went into a hostile environment at Luella and swept the Lions to move on to the next round of the Class AAAAA state baseball playoffs. Grayson won 5-1 and 4-3 on Thursday to advance to the quarterfinals.
Buford crushes Morgan County in second-round sweep
Buford combined solid starting pitching with timely hitting as the Wolves defeated No. 10 Morgan County by scores of 5-0 and 9-2 in the second round of the Class AA state baseball playoffs at Tracy Brown Field.
STATE TRACK NOTES: Lions' Brickell experiences rare defeat
For more than a year, Peachtree Ridge's Josh Brickell has dominated the distance running events in Georgia. So it was a little weird to see the four-time state champion not at the top of the podium on Thursday at the boys track and field state championship.
Atlanta to host 3 divisions of NCAA title games
All three divisions of NCAA men's basketball will see their 2013 national champions crowned during Final Four weekend in Atlanta. The NCAA has announced that for the first time, the Division II and Division III titles will be awarded in the same city and over the same weekend.
Brookwood swimmer Trice makes college choice
Senior to swim for Queens University
Peachtree Ridge to honor college-bound athletes
A total of 21 seniors to be recognized on Monday
Poulter, Laird tied atop Players Championship
Ian Poulter is enjoying his new digs -- his newly built home and his spot atop the leaderboard Thursday in The Players Championship.
Hebron seniors Hutch, Ranus sign with college athletic programs
Hutch signs with Gordon College baseball, Ranus signs with ABAC softball
North's Jackson wins triple jump state title
North Gwinnett's Malcolm Jackson won the Class AAAAA state championship in the triple jump.
Tokarz tosses shutout to key Brookwood sweep of Colquitt
Brookwood sweeps Colquitt Co. with 3-0 win
ROBINSON: A whiff of 'hope and change'
WASHINGTON -- President Obama's evolutionary leap on same-sex marriage is a historic advance in the nation's long march toward equality and justice. It is also a bold political gambit that sacrifices some votes in exchange for potentially renewing his image as a leader of vision and hope.
MCCULLOUGH: Erotic content not the biggest problem with 'Shades of Grey'
From the excerpts I've read, "Fifty Shades of Grey" is terrible.. Forget the content, which has been described using words ranging from erotica to "mommy porn." The writing by E L James is atrocious.
Teachers sue over back pay
Four teachers at a Christian Academy in Snellville have filed a lawsuit against their principal for not paying them.
Resident speaks piece on school budget
The Gwinnett County Board of Education listened to public comments Thursday during the first of two public hearings to approve a Fiscal Year 2013 budget.
State grants Ivy Prep two-year charter
After its rejection earlier this year by the Gwinnett County Board of Education, Ivy Prep Academy was approved Thursday for a two-year state charter.
Geathers give two generations of stars to NFL, college
There has been plenty of NFL talent to come out of the state of South Carolina -- many from the Geathers family tree. Brothers Jumpy and Robert Sr. are the patriarchs of a group that has produced six pro football players with more on the way.
Getting to Know ... Rebekah Bullock
Rebekah Bullock, 25, is the goalie coach, swim coach and volleyball coach at Grayson. The Parkview graduate played soccer at Berry College where she got her undergraduate and graduate degrees before returning to Gwinnett as a teacher and coach.
DALY: Proper watering is essential for healthy plants
Applying water properly is good for both the plants and the environment.
Mother's Day cruise at Lake Lanier offers unique experience
A preview of Mystiq's Lake Lanier cruise for Mother's Day.
Gates Millennium Scholars named
Eleven graduating seniors from Gwinnett County Public Schools have been named 2012 Gates Millenium Scholars.
Stone Mountain Big Lots plans grand opening
Big Lots plans to kick off the opening of its new store in Stone Mountain with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9 a.m. Friday at 5370 Stone Mountain Higwhay, Stone Mountain.
Ex-boyfriend at large in shooting, car chase
Police are searching for a Buford man who reportedly opened fire on his ex-girlfriend during a car chase, striking her in the arm.
HAMMOCK: Harrison decision ruins prom for Mill Creek soccer players
Cobb school makes the wrong decision by refusing other options for playoff game
GGC students get prestigious scholarships
Two Georgia Gwinnett College students were selected trhough a nationally competitive process to spend eight weeks studying in Berlin, Germany and Strasbourg, France, this summer.
Local woman finds purpose after losing sight
A former Duluth Middle School teacher found a new path after losing her sight.
South grad's condition improving, but more surgery needed
Aimee Copeland was responded to a question about music on Thursday, but while the South Gwinnett High School grad's battle against a flesh-eating bacteria has improved, she faces more amputations.
Redmond's morning, Gartrell's blast end G-Braves' skid
LAWRENCEVILLE -- Todd Redmond seems to enjoys the morning.. A year ago, the Gwinnett Braves right-hander pitched his only complete game of the year in a 10:35 a.m. start, compiling a 4-1 record with a 3.15 ERA in day games.. But the earlier the better.. Like the morning date
By Venue -- May 11
By venue -- May 11
Pilot and plane reunited for 1st time since rescue
The last time Mac Secord saw the C-130E that sits at the Museum of Aviation, it was in the Congo and riddled with bullet holes.
Deal to address UGA graduates this week
ATHENS (AP) -- About 5,400 students will graduate from the University of Georgia this week.. The university will hold its spring commencement ceremonies Friday, one at 10 a.m. for graduate students in Stegeman Coliseum and one at 7 p.m. for undergraduates in Sanford Stadium.. The speaker for the undergraduate ceremony
About 170 teachers could lose jobs in Clayton Co.
JONESBORO (AP) -- Officials say about 170 teachers have been notified that their contracts have not been renewed for next school year in Clayton County, one of several Georgia school systems struggling with budget woes.. School board members meeting this week say they want more information on planned cuts in
MetLife says it's buying Georgia golf community
ATLANTA (AP) -- An agreement has been announced for the sale of posh golf community Reynolds Plantation.. New York-based insurance and financial services giant MetLife said Wednesday its agreement includes six golf courses, four marinas, nearly 5,000 acres of undeveloped land and the Ritz-Carlton Lodge at Lake Oconee
Lonnie Foster
Lonnie Foster age 72 of Snellville passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2012. A funeral service will be held 11 AM Saturday, May 12, 2012 in the Snellville Chapel of Tim ...
Harvie Ewing, Jr.
Harvie Jordan Ewing, Jr., age 85 of Grayson, GA passed away May 9, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvie, Sr. and Essie Ewing, and is survived ...
Anthony Rojo
Anthony Andre’ Rojo, age 45, of Lawrenceville, GA passed away May 5, 2012. Arrangements by Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC “A FAMILY COMPANY”, 770-963-2411. www.wagesfuneralhome.com ...
Rex Daisey
Rex H. Daisey, age 71, of Snellville, GA passed away on May 9, 2012. Arrangements by Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Snellville Chapel, 770-979-5010. www.stewartfh.com
Daniel Jacobs, Jr.
Daniel C. Jacobs Jr., affectionately called “Danny” transcended from his earthly home to his heavenly paradise on May 5, 2012. Daniel C. Jacobs Jr. was born on November ...
Jan Lewis
Mrs. Jan Tipton Lewis, age 70, of Cumming, GA, passed away on May 7, 2012. Services and Arrangements by: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory of Buford ...
Joe Moon
Joe Warren Cash (Sonny) Moon, age 77 of Snellville passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 2PM Friday, May 11, 2012 in the Snellville Chapel ...
James Gross
Mr. James Douglas Gross, age 63, of Dacula, GA, passed away on May 8, 2012. Services and Arrangements will be announced later by: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home ...
Frances Carter
Frances Farrar Carter beloved mother of Trudi Carter and loving grandmother of Todd O’Brien of Lawrenceville, GA. passed away May 7, 2012. A celebration of life service will ...
Bobby Cain
Bobby Cain, age 57, of Auburn, GA, passed away May 5, 2012. Arrangements by Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Lawrenceville Chapel, 770-962-3100. www.stewartfh.com
Ann Thompson
Mrs. Ann R. Thompson, age 78, of Auburn, GA went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 7, 2012 after battling cancer. She was preceded in death by ...
Travis Stephens
Travis Wayne Stephens, age 39 of Snellville, GA passed away May 5, 2012. He was preceded in death by his son, Dusty Stephens and is survived by his wife of ...
The Daily "Post" - May 10, 2012
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