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(left to right): Councilmembers Eric Christ (Post 2), Alex Wright (Post 3), Mayor Mike Mason, Councilmembers Lorri Christopher (Post 5) and Weare Gratwick (Post 6).

City Launches Name-the-Trail Contest for its Multi-Use Trail

PEACHTREE CORNERS – The ribbon has been cut and the plans are underway for the 11.5 mile multi-use trail system that will crisscross the city linking office parks, restaurants, retail centers, the new town center and surrounding neighborhoods. Winding its way through Technology Park, the first section of the multi-use trail will link to the city’s town center to the north and south to Peachtree Parkway.

L-R Willie, Terrell, Skyler, Aaliyah and Shereen at 12Stone Church, Snellville Campus

Shiloh Middle School student a gifted artist

Terrell Boyd is as talented as he is humble. The 14-year-old Shiloh middle school student smiles shyly, shrugging off exclamations and praise when people comment on his artwork.

Commissioners approve pay raises for law enforcement, county employees

Lawrenceville – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday fulfilled a promise to adjust compensation for all county employees, and in particular sworn law enforcement officers, to bring salaries closer in line with market and assist with recruitment and retention.

Hi-Hope Service Center Receives Highest Level of Accreditation

Programs and Services for Individuals with Development Disabilities Recognized for Excellence

By Staff Reports | Gwinnett Citizen

Atlanta – Strengthening its reputation as a model for nonprofit organizations dedicated to the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Hi-Hope Service Center has achieved a three-year accreditation from The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) in recognition of its robust Community Housing, Integration, and Employment Supports programs.

GICH Certificate

Five Georgia Communities Selected for State Housing Program

Housing-related changes have been implemented by 66 GICH communities

ATLANTA – Five Georgia communities have been newly selected to receive assistance with their housing needs through the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH), a public-private initiative that helps communities strategically grow their economies through housing-related solutions.