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MCCULLOUGH: Auction proves people will buy anything

A trip to an auction proves there's a sucker born every minute.

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HAMMOCK: Inspirational goal for Buford senior

Guifarro's emotional goal was a lifetime memory for those in attendance

DALY: Georgia Gold Medal plants are proven winners for the home landscape

Georgia Gold Medal winners are a worthy addition to your home landscape.

PREP ROUNDUP: Duluth's Fernandez dominates Norcross in 6-0 win

A look at Wednesday's Gwinnett prep action.

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CEPEDA: Unfortunately, we are what we eat

Unfortunately, we are what we eat. CHICAGO -- People don't know how to eat right. Almost from birth, the food we take in and the way it is marketed conspire to make us addicted and even sick. As a result, all but a few of us will face an early

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THOMAS: The lady was a champ

The lady Thatcher was a champ. MANCHESTER, England -- There is a story about Margaret Thatcher, which is probably apocryphal, but speaks volumes about the strength of Britain's first female prime minister, who died Monday at age 87.. Following her election in 1979, the story goes that Thatcher took her

GAB: Pizza, book patrons can support Rainbow Village

Patrons can support Rainbow Village on Thursday by eating at California Pizza Kitchen and shopping at Barnes & Noble at The Forum in Norcross.

BUSINESS BRIEFS: New local business rents campers

A new business has opened in Loganville that rents RVs for one time use.

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Gwinnett Tech students get more than $322,000 in scholarships

The Gwinnett Tech Foundation awarded more than 260 scholarships for academic excellence and achievement to Gwinnett Tech students this year, totaling more than $322,000.

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THOMAS: Gun laws and human nature

Gun laws and human nature. In 1983, when President Reagan ordered the deployment of missiles in Europe as part of his "peace through strength" strategy to counter the Soviet Union, the very liberal town of Takoma Park, Md., declared itself a "nuclear free zone."

Bank of America offering mortgage advice

Bank of America is reaching out to more than 7,900 customers in Duluth and surrounding areas Thursday through Saturday by providing financial advice to identify alternatives to foreclosure.

Muse, Cage the Elephant coming to Arena

The concert is slated for Sept. 4. Tickets go on sale April 12.

Weekly restaurant health inspections for April 7

Each week the Daily Post takes a snapshot of restaurant scores from around the county that have been released by the Gwinnett County Health Department.

GAB: Volunteer shuttle drivers needed

The Greater Gwinnett Championship needs volunteers to drive shuttle vans during the upcoming event.

Nonprofit to open new, expanded facility

St. Vincent de Paul opens a larger facility in Duluth.

Gwinnett road closures, April 7 through 13

Gwinnett County road closures, April 7 through 13

POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Gwinnett GOP creates Spanish-language outreach

Gwinnett GOP creates a Spanish language Facebook page to reach out to the Hispanic community; legislator named to influential list.

PREP ROUNDUP: Whitner keys Mountain View rally over Duluth

A look at Friday's Gwinnett prep action.

LETTERS: Giving thanks for local school system

Giving thanks for local school systemTo Dr. Alvin Wilbanks and the Gwinnett Board of Education:. As I look around to our neighboring school systems, the following comment comes to mind -- Thanks.. Bill Baughman, Snellville

Preview: Michigan vs. Syracuse

Syracuse's zone defense has caused plenty of problems for opposing offenses during the NCAA Tournament. Trey Burke and Michigan will try to solve that zone when the schools meet in the Final Four in Atlanta on Saturday. Burke against Orange point guard Michael Carter-Williams is a matchup that should

Preview: Wichita State at Louisville

Louisville overcame a gruesome injury to one of its best players and ended up dominating Duke to reach the Final Four. To earn a spot in the championship game, the top-seeded Cardinals will have to get by Cinderella Wichita State on Saturday in the NCAA Tournament in Atlanta. The

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Fans Choice Female Athlete of the Week: Peachtree Ridge's Kayla Jones

Senior sparked Lions to victory over Mountain View last week

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Fans Choice Male Athlete of the Week: Mill Creek's Tyler Woodrome

Senior won three county titles last week

By venue -- April 5

By venue -- April 5

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Getting To Know ... David Snell

David Snell, 43, has been the head boys track and field coach at Buford for 13 years. Snell is also an assistant on the football team.

Collins Hill's Topoleski signs with Tusculum baseball

Senior a three-year varsity starter for the Eagles

Falcons release right tackle Clabo

The Atlanta Falcons released starting right tackle Tyson Clabo, leaving another hole on their offensive line.

Falcons announce preseason schedule

Team to begin with Aug. 8 game vs. Bengals

Georgia Sportswriters Association All-State Basketball Teams

Georgia Sports Writers Association 2013 All-State Basketball teams

Liburn to host rabies vaccination event

SafetySmart Lilburn, the city of Lilburn and Dr. Star Gregory of Zutilla Animal Housecalls are teaming up to host a Lilburn Rabies Clinic April 6.

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HAMMOCK: Well-liked Curran pens inspirational book

Former UGA, Brookwood star to sign copies of his first book prior to G-Day game in Athens on Saturday

G-Braves lineup still coming together

As it goes in the minor leagues, today's Gwinnett Braves lineup was still in flux Wednesday afternoon, but it's a roster with a mix of speed and power.

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Wine, craft beer store to open on Lawrenceville Square

Block One Seventy Eight is celebrating its grand opening April 5.

GAB: Event honors military children

For the Month of the Military Child, there will be a celebration and recognition ceremony with the theme Military Children: Proud, Ready & Resistant.

PREP ROUNDUP: South boys stun Central 1-0

Recap of Tuesday's prep action.

North baseball hosts Pink Out

North baseball hosts "Pink Out" for Relay for Life

College and Career Fair is Thursday

Gwinnett County students interested in exploring innovative career fields can learn how to get there during the upcoming Gwinnett County Public Schools College and Career Education Fair.

Road renovations begin tonight in Winder

The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced that work begins tonight on the renovation of State Route 11/Broad Street in Downtown Winder.

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GAB: Jackson EMC Foundaiton awards local agencies

JEFFERSON -- During its February meeting, the Jackson EMC Foundation Board of Directors awarded a total of $78,621 in grants, including $68,691 to organizations and $9,930 to individuals. Among the grants awarded were $44,000 to five agencies that provide programs or services to the residents of Gwinnett County.

Gwinnett County road closures, March 31 through April 6

Gwinnett County road closures, March 31 through April 6

PREP ROUNDUP: Lanier's Ramsay one-hits Chestatee in 7-0 shutout

Roundup of Friday's prep action.

Tannery Row seeking 'fresh' artists

Artists can enter anything that they have been working on for the past 12 months.

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Getting To Know ... Jason Conner

Duluth football coach Jason Conner talks to staff writer Brandon Brigman about being the new head coach at Duluth, growing up in Vidalia and his father being a preacher.

By venue -- March 29

By venue -- March 29

NASCAR's top drivers heading into Martinsville

Capsules for the top 20 drivers in the Sprint Cup stands, plus five additional drivers of note.

BUSINESS BRIEFS: Local logistics facility closing

A logistics company in Suwanee has announced it will close at the end of the year, moving its business to West Central Georgia.

Payne-Corley House to open tea room

Cottage Tea Room is slated to open April 2 in Duluth.

PREP ROUNDUP: Dacula upsets Brookwood in Region 8 baseball

A look at Wednesday's Gwinnett prep action.

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HAMMOCK: Kudos to athletes braving brutal weather

Winter-like cold, wind makes for rough times for spring sports athletes this week

GGC splits with No. 1 Toccoa

The Georgia Gwinnett baseball team took a 9-2 win before falling 6-2 in game two to the NCCAA's top-ranked squad, Toccoa Falls College on Wednesday afternoon at the Grizzly Baseball Complex.. Freshman Frank Warren pitched GGC (21-9) to the win in the opener by striking out four and scattering