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Bela and Delores Kenessey

Together Fifty Plus Years

Bela and Delores Kenessey married three times – the first time in 1964 was by a Justice of the Peace in South Carolina because their church was not available. The second time was in June in their North Carolina church. The third ceremony for Delores and Bela was in the Lawrenceville First Baptist Church many years after the first two ceremonies. All three marriage ceremonies were special tho this couple who have been together for so many years.

Census Bureau Scams - Count Me OUT

Census Bureau Scams – Count Me OUT

Census Bureau Scams are hard to spot and easy to fall for. We all want to do our duty and participate, BUT with so many impersonators, how can you know who to trust?

Charlotte J. Nash | Chairman, Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners

2020 Census: Making Sure Gwinnett Counts

On April 1, each one of us will be called on to perform one of the most important acts we can do as residents of Gwinnett County, the state of Georgia, and the United States: participate in the 2020 Census. Along with voting, answering the census questionnaire every 10 years is one of the biggest factors in shaping government and its influence on your life. 

Duluth’s 2020 Event Calendar

Duluth’s 2020 event calendar is jam-packed with fun and exciting events for all to enjoy. The season has a little bit of something for everyone including food trucks, concerts, movies and more!

Kate Awtrey

Awtrey Named Chair of Hudgens Center

Awtrey, owner of Gwinnett Event Photography, has become chair of the Hudgens Center for Art and Learning in Duluth. Her two-year term began on Jan. 1, 2020. 

Zoë Wellness Center – Helping People Gain Hope

Zoë Wellness Center – Helping People Gain Hope

Four months ago, John Ross was diagnosed with congestive lung failure, restrictive breathing, and diabetes. His doctor had leveled his gaze at John and informed him that if he didn’t lose weight, he would die. When John stumbled out of his doctor’s office in a daze, just four months ago, he weighed 437 pounds.

Renovated Archery Range Re-Opens in Walton County

Get ready archery enthusiasts! A recently renovated archery range at Walton Wildlife Management Area has officially re-opened to the public.  This is one of almost 40 archery and shooting ranges currently available on public land in Georgia.