Local News

‘We must change the way we treat addiction in Gwinnett’
By Carole Townsend

Substance addiction and abuse have a death grip on families in the United States, and nowhere is that fact more evident than in Gwinnett County. They are diseases that, by their very nature, grow and metastasize under the cover of shame, denial and secrecy.

Northside Hospital, Gwinnett Medical Center announce plans to combine operations 

Northside Hospital and Gwinnett Medical Center announced today that they have approved a non-binding letter of intent (LOI) to begin exclusive discussions to combine their operations.

Gallery of Program Showcase

Creative Community Services, Inc. is hosting a gala for its supporters and those who wish to learn more about CCS on Thursday evening September 10^th from 6-8:00 p.m. at The LONA Gallery in historic downtown Lawrenceville.  

Obituary
Patrick, Jack

Jack C. Patrick age 86 of Snellville, GA, passed away at home Sunday, August 23, 2015. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Betty Stanley Patrick, who was steadfast by his side, daughter, Melanie Patrick of Commerce; son and daughter in law, Stan and Lisa Patrick of Dacula; grandchildren, Amanda and husband Ned Jung of Buford and Scott Patrick of Grayson; brothers, Jimmy, Kenneth and Danny Patrick; sisters, Iona Lynn and Diane Martin; many cousins, nieces and nephews.

A dog’s best friend 
By Carole Townsend

Five to seven million dogs and cats arrive at animal shelters in the United States each year, and about half of these animals are being surrendered by their owners.

Gwinnett schools, Junior Achievement showcase groundbreaking facility
By Carole Townsend
Staff Correspondent

LAWRENCEVILLE – More than 400 people, including teachers, Board of Education members, county influencers, and students proudly unveiled a state-of-the-art GCPS facility August 27, 2015.

Traffic Improvement Requests, a roadmap for citizens
According to GDOT Commissioner Russell McMurry, through the GDOT Drive Alert Arrive Alive program, 79% of fatalities in Georgia are due to driver behavior. Experts say over 90% of accidents are caused by human error. We can all help reduce fatalities and accidents by being alert and aware of the road and our surroundings.