Gwinnett goes green and gold
February 4, 2015
Energy efficiency. Water conservation. Green buildings. Reducing the impact on our water, air, and land. Environmental sustainability means all of these things and more.
Local News
Grayson Seeks Local and Regional Artists
February 4, 2015
GRAYSON – The Grayson Arts & History Center will be opening soon with a renewed purpose in preserving the city’s heritage through the art produced by local and regional artists and craftsmen. Applications are being accepted for those wishing to show and sell their art in the intimate setting of the Center.
Local Mayor presents proclamation to counselors in honor of National School Counseling Week
February 4, 2015
Lawrenceville, GA – National School Counseling Week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), will be celebrated from Feb. 2–6, 2015, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of professional school counselors within U.S. school systems and how students are different as a result of what school counselors do.
BLOOM with Jenna blossoms
February 4, 2015
BLOOM with Jenna blossoms
Landmark Floral Shop Takes on Fresh New Name and Exciting New Direction After 40 Years
Tucked away at 2149 Scenic Highway is a charming floral boutique with which much of Snellville and surrounding Gwinnett County has become familiar over the last four decades. Launched as A Daisy A Day in 1975 by Jim and Mary Guatney, the shop has seen its fair share of births, high school dances, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and funerals.
Culver joins Navy
February 2, 2015
Culver joins Navy
By Michael Stock
My nephew Bobby Lee Culver is leaving to join the Navy, serve his country and go adventuring into life. This transition causes this old sailor to reflect on the path this life takes.
Bobby Lee came into my life when he was about 6 or 7. We had really good times together and I guess we have learned a lot from each other. As he entered high school, he struggled to find his place and was fairly unfocused.
Good II The Bone… more than BBQ
February 2, 2015
Good II The Bone… more than BBQ
By Beth Volpert-Johansen
Many family-owned businesses choose names that have deep meaning, and Good II The Bone is no different. Chef Michael and Simone Jones share a history that runs deep with meaning and family that shows their food is absolutely good to the bone delicious.
Snellville’s archery pro
February 1, 2015
Snellville’s archery pro
By Eric Bruce
In the corner of the Fountain Square Shopping Center off McGee Road is a place where champions are born and trained. A group of young archer’s have been winning state, regional, and national titles in the small but growing sport of archery.
A song in their hearts
February 1, 2015
A song in their hearts
Elizabeth and Carl…
By Beth Volpert-Johansen
“I’ve stuttered for as long as I can remember,” says Elizabeth Schroder. “I heard it happened when I was about six.”
Growing up with a stutter can be painful. Perceptions are often skewed into thinking a person who stutters is somehow less intelligent than those who speak clearly.
Duluth Announces Spirit of Good Living Award Winners
January 31, 2015
Duluth Announces Spirit of Good Living Award Winners
Duluth, GA – As part of Mayor Nancy Harris’ State of the City Address on January 26th, seven community volunteers, business owners and citizens were recognized with Spirit of Good Living Awards.
