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Gwinnett Center Hotel moves one step closer

Gwinnett Center Hotel moves one step closer

Lawrenceville, Ga., – Construction of a long-awaited headquarters hotel at Gwinnett’s convention center moved ahead Tuesday when commissioners authorized Chairman Nash to execute a lease agreement with the Development Authority and other documents to facilitate the construction of a headquarters hotel on about five acres on the grounds of the Gwinnett Center.

Senator Johnny Isakson installs 2015-2016 ACCG Board of Managers

Senator Johnny Isakson installs 2015-2016 ACCG Board of Managers
Gwinnett County Chairman Charlotte Nash to Serve as ACCG President

ATLANTA, Ga. – Senator Johnny Isakson joined county officials from across the state at the 101st annual conference of ACCG, Georgia’s county association, held April 17 – 20 at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center. 

For the love of a child

For the love of a child
By Carole Townsend

LAWRENCEVILLE – Partisan bickering didn’t stop it. Denial didn’t stop it. The process has been slow but deliberate, and a long time coming, but thanks to the efforts of Senator Renee Unterman (45th District, Gwinnett County), sexually exploited children now have a reason to hope. 

Basic needs for Hughie

Basic needs for Hughie
By Beth Volpert Johansen

Taking a shower is something most people take for granted. But for one young man, getting a shower was impossible until the Rotary Club of Loganville met one of his very special needs. Meeting Hughie Logan’s needs takes a great deal of effort, but has been made easier by the Rotarians.

A peek into the life of a private investigator

A peek into the life of a private investigator
By John L. Byrwa

The moment Ron Levesque tells someone what he does for a living, he’s 99-percent sure of the first image that pops into their mind.

Southern Billiards… Cool Cues

Southern Billiards… Cool Cues
By Beth Volpert-Johansen

Scott Carpenter and his son, Bryan, love to come to work every day. Inside the doors of Southern Billiards awaits a combination of artistry, skill, craftsmanship, and family.

Eternal Hills… inspiring the celebration of life

Eternal Hills… inspiring the celebration of life
By Beth Volpert-Johansen

Planning for a funeral is not the easiest of topics, but Earnie Poynter, General Manager for Eternal Hills Funeral Home and Memory Gardens finds that providing support for people at a difficult time in their lives gives his work meaning.

Debut of Two New Attractions at LanierWorld Will Take the South by Storm

Debut of Two New Attractions at LanierWorld Will Take the South by Storm

Additions of CAT 4 Slide and Thunderbolt Zipline Experience Mark Continued Focus on Enhancements to Guest Experience at Georgia’s Award-Winning Lanier Islands

BUFORD, Ga.– While the launch of any new season at Lanier Islands’ popular lakeside attraction – LanierWorld – can be exciting, there are several reasons this year’s opening on May 9 will be particularly thrilling.

Launch of Great Gwinnett Wetlands Rescheduled to May 2

Launch of Great Gwinnett Wetlands Rescheduled to May 2
Original Event Date of April 25 Postponed Due to Rainy Forecast as Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful Teams up with Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources to Kick-off Water Stewardship Program at Bromolow Creek and Wetlands 

DULUTH, Ga. – While Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful (GCB) had planned to kickoff the new Gwinnett Great Wetlands water stewardship program in conjunction with Earth Week, it’s apparent that Mother Nature has other plans.