Leadership program announces expansion, focus on inclusion
Gwinnett's premier leadership program seeks donors to expand.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Loganville councilman completes overseas deployment
Rey Martinez hopes to return to Loganville for the next city council meeting, after his deployment in the Middle East; Louise Radloff's husband Richard has passed away.
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.
Library board names interim director
With its recently ousted director in the second row, the Gwinnett County Library Board of Trustees named an interim director.
Supreme Court rules in bank's favor in Gwinnett ID theft case
Case filed in Gwinnett State Court involves a man whose identity was stolen by a bank teller's husband.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Local congressman participates in Food Stamp Challenge
In recognition of National Hunger Awareness Day, U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson participated in a challenge to live for a week on $31.50 worth of food, which is the average weekly benefit for a food stamp recipient.
Leadership Gwinnett selects 42 for class
Partipants selected for the 29th class of Leadership Gwinnett.
Veterans come out for Snellville Flag Day ceremony
Snellville officials host the city's second annual Flag Day ceremony.
Former youth pastor arrested in child porn case
Federal agents allege a Norcross man distributed child porn during an online conversation.
Commissioners catch chickens in Norcross neighborhood
Commissioners Tommy Hunter and Lynette Howard spent Thursday afternoon trying to catch chickens in a Norcross neighborhood over-run by fowl.
Officer shot in firefighter hostage situation has more surgery
Gwinnett Police Sgt. Jason Teague expected to return to active duty in four to five months
Library director fired without cause
Library Director Nancy Stanbery-Kellam's employment contract was terminated Wednesday.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Legislators beseech senators to vote no on immigration bill
Unterman, other lawmakers, write a letter to Georgia's U.S. senators; new party chair takes over.
Child saved by lifeguards at local pool
A 10-year-old appears to be saved from a near-drowning in Peachtree Corners, officials said.
Library director's future uncertain
Library Director Nancy Stanbery-Kellam's contract is the sole matter before the library board of trustees Wednesday.
Governor announces changes to boost defense economy
Governor announces changes to the Georgia Military Affairs Coordinating Committee.
Drivers adjust to new interchange
People sound off on the new diverging-diamond interchange at Pleasant Hill Road and Interstate 85.
Impressionist chosen for summer art exhibit in Snellville
Snellville Art Jurors choose Raphael Sagage as the featured artist for the Art on the Wall at City Hall project.
First diverging-diamond interchange to change traffic in Gwinnett
New bridge design expected to improve traffic at a fraction of the cost of a re-build.
Event aims to encourage people to buy local
People turn out for first Georgia Manufacturing Expo held Saturday at Gwinnett Center. Fifty companies were in attendance to show their locally manufactured goods.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Democrats' new leader takes over
Loganville lawyer steps down from Democratic Party; tea party group changes name.
City celebrates Peachtree Corners Festival
Peachtree Corners Festival includes bands, kids activities, food and other vendors.
Local mayor to travel to Kosovo
Mayor of Lilburn forging informal sister city relationship with Kosovo town.
Online service set up to stop return visits to driver's license office
Department of Driver Services offers more services online.
Man found shot dead in area hotel
Police are investigating the murder of a man found outside a hotel room in unincorporated Norcross Thursday.
Pleasant Hill bridge to close tonight
Crews to begin work on Pleasant Hill Road conversion to a diverging-diamond interchange at 9 p.m. Friday, weather permitting.
Charity event supports Meals on Wheels
Outback at Work Charity lunch has raised $115,000 in the past for the Friends of Gwinnett Senior Services.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: City Hall open for congressional work
Johnson arranges for constituent sessions at Snellville City Hall; Heard recovering from heart surgery.
Former official to repay stolen church funds
As part of a plea deal, Floy Jumper will repay money he stole as his church's treasurer.
75 percent of SPLOST proposal could go to transportation
Leaders discuss potential November ballot initiative to continue a 1 percent sales tax for government capital projects.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Isakson: Georgians have lost confidence in the government
Isakson demands answers from former IRS commissioners during hearing; Shafer, Unterman score high on business initiatives.
Sales tax discussion scheduled
Discussions on tap for proposed sales tax program.
Lilburn to collect expired drugs
Expired drug drop box located at Lilburn Police station.
Officials commemorate anniversary of Fallen Heroes Memorial
Ceremony will be held Memorial Day at local memorial.
Safety encouraged as pool season begins
Gwinnett Fire officials give tips for pool safety, including designating an adult as a "water watcher."
Volunteers receive pins, letter from president
At a reception, 25 people, mostly children, were awarded for achieving the gold level President's Volunteer Service Award.
More than 1 million Georgians to travel this weekend
AAA officials say gas prices aren't a factor for most travelers this Memorial Day weekend.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Local immigrants unhappy with governor's comments
Members of the Asian-American Legal Advocacy Center speak out about governor's comments at the GOP convention about refugees.
Greenway extension approved
An extension to the Ivy Creek Greenway is expected to be complete by the end of the year.
Gwinnett names new fire chief
Casey Snyder was promoted as Gwinnett's new fire and emergency services chief to replace the retiring Bill Myers.
State Democratic party chair disciplined
Loganville attorney Mike Berlon was reprimanded by the Georgia Supreme Court in a disciplinary matter.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Leaders upset about IRS revelation
The roles of U.S. Rep. Rob Woodall and U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson in the aftermath of the IRS scandal; Karen Handel becomes fourth Senate candidate.
Handel enters race for Chambliss' Senate seat
Karen Handel announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate on Friday.
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Local man in hunt for state GOP chair
Peachtree Corners man BJ Van Gundy will seek the state GOP chairmanship at a convention this weekend; candidate expected to enter ongressional race
Peachtree Corners buys land to avoid apartments
Peachtree Corners closes on $11.5 million deal to purchase land along Peachtree Parkway.
Commission to consider code of conduct after scandals
Commissioners discuss goals, including improving leadership, revitalizing older areas and ensuring the county water supply.
Diverging-diamond conversion scheduled for early June
Officials have set aside the weekend beginning June 7 for the conversion of the Pleasant Hill Road bridge over Interstate 85 to a diverging-diamond interchange.
Strategic planning sessions begin for commissioners
Commissioners work to prioritize county goals.
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