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FASTSIGNS of Snellville presenting their $250 donation to Special Kneads & Treats Bakery

FASTSIGNS® of Snellville is Recognized for Charitable Giving

March 2, 2018

SNELLVILLE — FASTSIGNS® of Snellville, a local sign and visual graphics company owned by Kareen and Edward MacFarlane, was named a runner-up for the “Show Us How You Care” Award at the 2018 FASTSIGNS Annual Convention. A part of the FASTSIGNS Cares philanthropic initiative, this recognition acknowledges FASTSIGNS franchisees who demonstrate significant charitable giving efforts in their communities throughout the year.

Kids Can Become Backyard Scientists at the Tennessee Aquarium Special Spring Break Programs Offered March 9 – April 8

March 1, 2018

Chattanooga, Tenn. – From the agile aerobatics of American Kestrels and the nocturnal adventures of Opossums to the spring migrations of Spotted Salamanders, the Southeast is teeming with animals engaging in incredible behaviors.

Freshly updated for 2018: Fishing prospects for Georgia rivers and reservoirs

March 1, 2018

SOCIAL CIRCLE – Need fishing tips for Georgia reservoirs and rivers? Look no further than the updated fishing prospects on the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) website. These web pages provide in-depth information detailing 32 reservoirs and 18 rivers in one convenient location – http://georgiawildlife.com/fishing-prospects.

Gwinnett Trails master plan foresees network of pathways

February 26, 2018

Lawrenceville – A draft Gwinnett Countywide Trails Master Plan unveiled on Feb. 21 envisions a network of County trails tying in with trails by cities and community improvement districts to create a seamless, interconnected web of a bike and pedestrian pathways for recreation, commuting or running errands.

Kathryn Mulvaney, Gwinnett Technical College 2018 EAGLE Winner

Gwinnett Technical College Names Kathryn Mulvaney 2018 EAGLE Winner

February 26, 2018

Wins Opportunity to Attend Statewide Leadership Institute

GWINNETT — Kathryn Mulvaney has been chosen to represent Gwinnett Technical College at the statewide EAGLE Leadership Institute March 12-14, 2018. The Leadership Institute recognizes and honors students who have demonstrated superior achievement in adult education classes and programs.

Celebrate 200 years of Gwinnett with Norcross Resident Historians-turned-Authors

February 26, 2018

Join the GCPL and City of Norcross for a free panel discussion featuring local authors Edith Holbrook Riehm, Gene Ramsay and Cate Kitchen

Norcross – The City of Norcross is proud to host the Gwinnett County Public Library Bicentennial Series celebrating the 200th birthday of Gwinnett County, particularly because their next set of featured authors are local residents!

Gwinnett Charter School students perform for state lawmakers

February 22, 2018

State lawmakers and visitors to the state capitol were entertained by some special guests this week. Students from the North Metro Academy of Performing Arts visited the golden dome and performed the state song, Georgia on My Mind as well as several songs from their upcoming Spring Musical, OZ. The scholars, who were introduced by state Rep. Brooks Coleman, were invited to the capitol by state Rep. Pedro Marin to showcase the talent of the North Metro Academy Performing Arts Players.

Commissioners approve contract for new playgrounds at two county parks

February 22, 2018

Lawrenceville – Two Gwinnett County parks will soon get new playground equipment and improved handicap-accessibility under a new SPLOST-funded $750,192 contract approved by commissioners on Tuesday. Landscape Structures Inc. was the low responsive bidder to remove and replace playground equipment and surfaces at George Pierce Park in Suwanee and Mountain Park Park in Lilburn.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Georgia to honor Georgia law enforcement at the 14th Annual Golden Shield Honors

February 22, 2018

Atlanta, GA – Hundreds of Georgia law enforcement officers and community leaders will arrive in Atlanta for the 14th annual Golden Shield Honors, set for Tuesday, April 10 at the Cobb Galleria Centre. MADD Georgia and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) will award law enforcement officers, agencies and prosecutors for their efforts in DUI education, detection, arrests, prosecution and prevention of underage drinking.