Gwinnett Pulse

Local Rotarians visit CDC and take POLIO LAB tour

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention celebrated World Polio Day, October 21st, by inviting Rotary International guests to a special tour and program at their facility in Atlanta. Rotary International has been a major contributor to the effort to eradicate polio from the world, and this event was designed to offer thanks for that support. 

Location for Snellville labyrinth chosen

SNELLVILLE – An area of mediation in the form of a labyrinth will soon be located between the city’s Veterans Memorial and cemetery.

Ms. Black and Gold

Teylor Newsome recently won the 2014 South Carolina district Ms. Black and Gold Pageant.

Stocky’s – something for everyone

The town of Grayson has an exciting new restaurant to enjoy and the people who have eaten there have not been disappointed.

The American dream lives
By Christine Martinello

Sometimes life takes unexpected twists and turns.  John Byrwa, aka JB, Founder of JB’s Best Hearty Hot Sauce, is the kind of person who makes the best of those changes and creates opportunities.  

Award-winning artists highlight new art display

SNELLVILLE – Artist Michael Mullins will be spotlighted in a new art display at City Hall November through December. 

Grizzly Rotaract Club growing

Students in the Grizzly Rotaract Club at Georgia Gwinnett College are dedicated to serving their community.  They meet every two weeks in the Student Union room 2161 and plan projects. 

Lights On Afterschool

On October 23, Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation, Live Healthy Gwinnett and several community partners hosted a Lights On Afterschool event at Alexander Park. The theme was Hollywood: A Walk Among the Stars. Kids and participants dressed as their favorite stars, walked the red carpet, and took part in educational and physical fitness activities.

Prince of Peace and the Gwinnett Gladiators

There are so many wonderful residents in Chateau Élan who spend endless hours volunteering, not for recognition but because they want to build a stronger community.  Carrie Rebisa is one of these people and that is why she is being spotlighted.