News for Wednesday, June 19, 2013

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Teen facing life-threatening injuries after bike crash

Incident occurred near Dacula intersection of Track Way and Greeson Road

New Gwinnett property tax districts moving forward

On Tuesday, commissioners learn that this year's tax digest is in line with millage rate plans proposed during the county budgeting process.

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Durham leaving Tech duties for TV gig

Longtime Yellow Jacket play-by-play voice will remain with the Falcons in that role

Suwanee Police report phone scam

A phone scam that has been reported around metro Atlanta was noticed by the Suwanee Police Department this week. The caller demands payment over the phone for a bogus warrant or ticket.

Governor commends Master Teachers

Gov. Nathan Deal announced Tuesday the names of 58 Georgia teachers who have earned the Master Teacher certification, a desigation awarded based on demonstrated excellence in student achievement and student growth for 2013.

Lawsuit: Murder victim's family wants to search farmland

The family of a slain Mercer University law student have filed a lawsuit asking a judge to allow them to search farmland in central Georgia in hopes of finding her remains.

City holds public hearing on proposed budget

PEACHTREE CORNERS -- Residents of the city of Peachtree Corners spoke at a public hearing on the proposed FY2014 budget during Tuesday's city council meeting.. The budget proposed has the city spending $3.8 million this year, up $1.1 million from the city's first year.. In potential revenue, the city expects

Father's Day boat explosion ruled accidental

Gwinnett firefighters ruled Sunday's boat explosion accidental after an investigation found that the 1957 wooden boat had mechanical problems prior to the incident.

6 accused of fraudulent unemployment benefits

Georgia Department of Labor charges Norcross, Snelville and Lawrenceville residents for bilking system of more than $50K

Political newcomer wins Loganville Council race

Loganville elected a new mayor and city council member during a special election on Tuesday.

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GMC warns 133 patients of possible TB exposure

Hospital and health department officials held a press conference Tuesday morning, four days after they reportedly sent letters to 133 former patients who "may have been exposed" to an unidentified employee diagnosed with tuberculosis in mid-May.

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Education panel to speak in Duluth

Event set for Friday night at Sonesta Gwinnett Place.

Car rolls into Grayson home after child shifts gears

Official: Home unoccupied at time of collision, no injuries reported

GAB: Free organic gardening class offered

Gwinnett County Cooperative Extension is offering a free class on organic gardening. Registration is required by June 25. Gwinnett County Cooperative Extension mission is to "extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

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Teen facing life-threatening injuries after bike crash

Incident occurred near Dacula intersection of Track Way and Greeson Road

Gleason accepts apology from radio hosts

Former NFL player Steve Gleason accepted the apologies of three Atlanta radio personalities who made fun of his Lou Gehrig's disease in a bit Monday.

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Durham leaving Tech duties for TV gig

Longtime Yellow Jacket play-by-play voice will remain with the Falcons in that role

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NBA FINALS: Heat beat Spurs in OT, force Game 7

Miami's Ray Allen hits a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds left in regulation to send Game 6 of the NBA Finals into overtime, and the Heat hold on to win, 103-100, and force a Game 7 against the San Antonio Spurs.

Richard Radloff

NORCROSS Richard Radloff Richard A. Radloff, 83, of Norcross, GA, died June 18, 2013. Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory Duluth Chapel 770-476-2535.

Matthew Neville

LOGANVILLE Matthew Neville Matthew Casey Neville, 38 years old, beloved son, husband and father passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2013. He was known to so many youth in Loganville ...

Gary Shaw

MONROE Gary Shaw Gary Daniel Shaw, age 97, of Monroe, GA, passed away June 11, 2013. Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Loganville Chapel, 770-466-1544.

Christopher Anderson

LAWRENCEVILLE Christopher Anderson Christopher Anderson age 41 of Lawrenceville passed away Monday, June 17, 2013. A funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Friday, June 21, 2013 at Meadow Baptist ...

Douglas Lawson

SNELLVILLE Douglas Lawson Douglas Lawson, age 62, of Snellville, GA, passed away June 17, 2013. Arrangements by Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, A Family Company, Snellville Chapel 770-979-3200.

Alexander Boehmer

LAWRENCEVILLE Alexander Boehmer Alexander Boehmer, infant son of Michael Boehmer, passed away Sunday June 16, 2013. Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Lawrenceville Chapel, 770-962-3100.

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Robert Richards, Sr.

LAWRENCEVILLE Robert Richards, Sr. Robert Richards, Sr., age 83 of Lawrenceville, GA., passed away Sunday, June 16, 2013. Memorial Mass will be held at 2 PM, Thursday, June 20, 2013 ...

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James R. "Jim" Ogles

BUFORD James R. Jim Ogles Today, we sadly announce the passing of Mr. James R. (Jim) Ogles, 79, of Buford. He had been ill for some time and couldnt seem ...

Forrest Brooks

AUBURN Forrest Brooks Forrest Clay Brooks, age 59, of Auburn, GA, passed away on June 18, 2013.

Wyatt Eustis, Iv.

SUWANEE Wyatt Eustis, IV. Wyatt Eustis, IV, age 22, of Suwanee, GA, passed away on June 15, 2013. Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA 770-932-1133 ...

Mikey Humphrey

MORGANTON Mikey Humphrey Mr. Mikey Humphrey, age 26, of Morganton, GA and formerly of Buford, GA passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2013. He was preceded in death by his ...

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