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Gwinnett County Public Schools seniors awarded Corporate-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships

April 21, 2018

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced that seven Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) seniors, representing three of the district’s high schools, were selected as 2018 Corporate-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship award winners, earning corporate-sponsored scholarships to help fund their college education. These National Merit Scholars are part of a group of distinguished students nationwide judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.

Atlanta Air Quality Worsened, Finds 2018 ‘State of the Air’ Report

April 21, 2018

Despite continued improvement in air quality, residents’ health remains at risk from unhealthy air, according to American Lung Association’s 19th annual air quality report

ATLANTA – The American Lung Asociation’s 2018 “State of the Air” report found Atlanta ranked as the 23rd most polluted city for ozone in the nation. Compared to the 2017 report, Atlanta has seen an increase in the number of unhealthy days of high ozone. This is in keeping with a trend seen across the nation of higher ozone pollution levels.

Fourth Annual 5K Steps Off This Memorial Day Weekend

April 21, 2018

DULUTH — The Southeastern Railway Museum and the city of Duluth will host the family-friendly Fast Track 5K this Memorial Day weekend.

The fourth-annual running of the race steps off at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 26, in downtown Duluth and features a patriotic theme. Participants and spectators are encouraged to dress in patriotic attire.

Gwinnett teens to perform on stage at “Power of Words” event

April 20, 2018

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta Event Celebrates Young Poets and Writers, Promotes Academic Achievement

Atlanta, GA – April 16, 2018 – Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta recently announced the 2018 lineup for its annual “Power of Words” event. Eloipher Louifils and Christopher Deatherage, young poet and writers from Gwinnett, have been selected and will be performing their piece “Hate Builds: A Commentary on House Bill 492” on stage at the prestigious Woodruff Arts Center. Held Tuesday, April 24, hundreds of community supporters are expected to attend.

be Duluth. BE art.

April 18, 2018

Duluth Art Week Kicks off with Arts Festival, Live Performances & Music on Duluth Town Green

Duluth –Duluth kicks off Art Week 2018 with a two-day juried Arts Festival presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces on April 28th & 29th. Live music and food trucks will accompany the event along with 60 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalworkers, glass blowers, jewelers, and crafters.

Gwinnett Commissioners approve trails master plan

April 18, 2018

Lawrenceville – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved the Countywide Trails Master Plan, which ultimately will create a seamless, interconnected web of bike and pedestrian pathways for recreation, commuting or running errands.

Recording artist Dr. Kim Robson in residence at GA Music Camp

April 18, 2018

GA Music Camp, as part of its 2018 summer program, announces the residency of Dr. Kim Robson. Dr. Robson, an accomplished flutist, and vocalist, will teach at the GA Music Camp. She will also present a concert along with recording artist Russell Ferrara at St Mary & Saint Martha Episcopal Church in Buford on Saturday, June 9th. The Summer Camp will be held at St Mary & St Martha of Bethany Episcopal Church located at 4346 Ridge Road, Buford, GA during the week of June 4 – 8th.

Local Elementary Teacher Wins Statewide Contest

April 18, 2018

Thomas Woolfolk a teacher at Harbins Elementary, won a contest from the Atlanta Hawks and Adventure to Fitness for his efforts to encourage active learning and healthy lifestyles.

ATLANTA – Childhood obesity has increased significantly over the past 30 years, driven by declines in children’s physical activity and healthy eating. These trends run counter to a growing body of research demonstrating that increased physical activity not only improves children’s health, but also improves their behavior, focus, cognitive function, and overall academic achievement.

Adopt your new best friend at Gwinnett Animal Shelter this April with reduced adoption fees

April 18, 2018

Lawrenceville – April is National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Month and includes National Pet Parents Day (April 29), Adopt a Shelter Pet Day (April 30), and National Hairball Awareness Day (April 25). In recognition of those special occasions and to honor our dedicated animal control officers, the Gwinnett Animal Welfare and Enforcement Division has cut adoption fees to $45 for dogs.