Gwinnett Pulse

Kimberly Goodloe’s got heart!

Kimberly Goodloe’s got heart!
By Kimberly Goodloe

I am a wife, mother, friend, sister, daughter, health advocate & survivor. A  couple of years ago , I received a new heart valve plus a pace maker. I was born with an abnormal heart valve and developed symptoms at age 42. 

Centerville Community Center Poet-Tree display

Centerville Community Center Poet-Tree display
Multi-generational Opportunity: Poet-Tree Creative Expression • FREE!

Monday through Friday: Submissions accepted through March 10.

Gwinnett County, City of Grayson team up to improve major intersection

Gwinnett County, City of Grayson team up to improve major intersection

Lawrenceville – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a construction contract made possible by a partnership between the county government and the city of Grayson. The intersection improvement will reduce congestion while improving safety for motorists traveling to nearby Grayson Elementary.

Vocalists chosen for All State Chorus

Vocalists chosen for All State Chorus

Greater Atlanta Christian School vocalists have been selected for the All State Chorus in Athens, GA on February 25-27.  All State Chorus is sponsored by the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA).  Students from throughout the state begin a series of auditions in November. 

State Fish Art Contest deadline is March 31

State Fish Art Contest deadline is March 31

Got a young artist residing in your home?  Be sure to encourage them to enter the 18th annual Wildlife Forever State-Fish Art contest.  This contest is open to kids in Grades K-12 but the deadline for entries is March 31st – and you have to enter to win!  

Madison Darsey gets a jump start on her future

Wesleyan student Madison Darsey, is getting a jump start on her future. 

The Peachtree Corners teen attended The Pediatric 2040 Conference in January. It was an opportunity to explore her interest in Pediatrics. During the four day conference in California, Darsey listened to some incredible lectures, including one by Dr. Patrick Soon Shiong

How does your Garden (Club) grow?

How does your Garden (Club) grow?
By Jolyn Barrow

I have recently had the great honor of becoming a member of the Norcross community. In an effort to meet new people I joined the Norcross Garden Club. So far, I have attended a number of their meetings which always include a topic I find interesting, for example, planting to attract butterflies, what to do with gourds, and a fantastic discussion about the past Gold Medal Winning plants in Georgia.