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Gwinnett Tech Horticulture Program Hosts Fall Plant Sale Oct. 13-15

Gwinnett Tech Horticulture Program Hosts Fall Plant Sale Oct. 13-15
Dozens of Varieties of Annuals, Perennials, Trees, Shrubs and Vegetables Available

Whether planning ahead for spring or looking for autumn color to enjoy right now, gardeners and other plant enthusiasts will find plenty of inspiration at the Gwinnett Technical College Horticulture Program’s Fall Plant Sale.

2015 property tax payments due Thursday, October 15

2015 property tax payments due Thursday, October 15

For property owners with an escrow account, tax information is available to mortgage companies; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the property owner to ensure taxes are paid by the due date.

Duluth company gives a helping hand to Gwinnett seniors

Duluth company gives a helping hand to Gwinnett seniors
By Carole Townsend

SUWANEE – Tuesday, Sept. 22 dawned cloudy and breezy; golfers at The River Club in Suwanee welcomed the cooler temperatures as they geared up for a day of competition and camaraderie on a beautiful golf course.

Celebrating Gwinnett’s diverse population…… National United Nations Day

Celebrating Gwinnett’s diverse population…… National United Nations Day
By Beth Volpert Johansen

Celebrating Gwinnett’s unique and diverse culture offers myriad opportunities to learn about immigrant stories. With United Nations Day being celebrated on October 24th, the stories of three successful Gwinnett residents who were born in other countries illustrate the adage that the United States is indeed the land of opportunity for world-wide populations.

Grayson JROTC…RAM Battalion

Grayson JROTC…RAM Battalion
By Beth Volpert Johansen

How does a school get a JROTC program? According to 1st Sgt. Franklin Brown (ret.), you simply ask. “I was working in another school when I approached (former) Principal Hopson to ask if he was interested in having a JROTC program at Grayson,” says Brown.

Free Dental Services to be Provided October 24

Free Dental Services to be Provided October 24
Suwanee Dental Care to participate in Free Dentistry Day

Suwanee, GA – People in the Suwanee community will have the opportunity to receive free dental services at Suwanee Dental Care on Saturday, October 24, 2015.