Local News

Volunteer Gwinnett surpasses million hour goal
for volunteers
Program Offers Opportunities for Citizens to Volunteer
and to Learn
By Phylecia D Wilson

As a Human Resources employee for a large international firm in the Philippines, Dee Wilson had worked in human resources organizing annual health and wellness fairs for 2000 employees. But after a fruitless job search following moving to the US and settling in Gwinnett with her new husband, Wilson still wanted something to do in her spare time.

Eastside Family Pharmacy a new family business you can trust
By Staff Reports

Eastside Family Pharmacy is a new family owned and operated, independent retail pharmacy in Snellville.  The owners, Michele Dalton of Lilburn and Esther Truitt of Snellville, are two seasoned pharmacy operations women. They have partnered with Health Mart, a division of McKesson Corporation, a nationwide franchise with over three thousand independent pharmacy members throughout the U. S.

On the eve of my retirement, a letter to my patients, physician colleagues, nurses, OR techs, paramedical staff and cafeteria staff:

October 1977 seems just the other day, yet thirty seven years have gone by since the first day I put down roots in Snellville, to embark upon a career in surgery, where none had dared before.

Crush by 124 invites you to indulge

For decades the 124 Group, consisting of Salon 124 and Genesis by 124, has been devoted to being the premier provider in the haircare industry. After proudly serving over 30,000 residents throughout Gwinnett County, the 124 Group is elated to present its newest endeavor, Crush by 124.

Reserve your spot at the emergency department from your home
New Gwinnett Medical Center service provides more patient-friendly approach 

Lawrenceville, Ga. – Gwinnett Medical Center (GMC) has announced a new service, ER Express, that allows you to reserve your spot at the emergency department while waiting in the comfort of your home. This new service is available at the hospital’s emergency departments in Duluth and Lawrenceville and at the Children’s Emergency Center at GMC-Lawrenceville.

Tradition and experience continues in A & J Jewelers newest location 

A&J Jewelers is a family with a long tradition in the jewelry business. Established in 1986 by Ashok and Jody Taank in Stone Mountain, they have grown with the community and established a sterling reputation in the industry.

Running life’s race
By Marcus Lindsey

The best 400-meter time in the National Junior Olympics belongs to 16-year-old Archer High student Serenity Douglas… a stark 53.99 seconds. But, according to Serenity, the race belongs to God.

Loganville – split by a County line
By Eric Bruce

“I look at my position of mayor as a team effort with the city council”, says Loganville Mayor Dan Curry.  Having held the office for a little over a year, Curry comes from a qualifying and varied background and has the staff, experience, knowledge, and ambition to serve his city well.