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Lawrenceville to consider adoption of 2040 Comprehensive Plan

November 27, 2018

Plan outlines strategic vision for the City, Creates framework for long-term growth

Lawrenceville’s Mayor and Council will consider the adoption of the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan at a public hearing scheduled for Monday evening, December 3, at 7pm. The 2040 Plan is a federal mandate of all local communities and serves to outline the strategic direction of the City and establish a framework for long-term, sustainable growth patterns.

Eastside Medical Center celebrates 27 named finalist in Gwinnett Chamber Healthcare Awards

November 27, 2018

Eastside Medical Center is proud to announce that 27 finalists from the Eastside system of care will be recognized at the Gwinnett Chamber’s Healthcare Awards on December 5. The program honors leading healthcare providers who make an impact in the community. The healthcare awards program raises awareness and illustrates best practices to emulate, while enhancing the quality of care in Gwinnett County.

Top Things to do and Parks to Visit for the Perfect Winter Adventure

November 27, 2018

A different kind of beauty unfolds at Georgia’s state parks in the winter time. In the early mornings, the water is still, sunbeams radiate off the dew, the brisk wind twirls the leaves throughout the parks, and chirping birds can be heard singing the songs of winter, offering a new perspective for park goers.

Heartwarming donation

November 23, 2018

Earl Bradford, a local ARS/Rescue Rooter technician, met Patricia Williams on a service call, and he realized she could benefit from help from Allgood Plumbing, Electric, Heating, Cooling. Patricia’s HVAC system was not working, and she subsequently was using space heaters to make her home comfortable for over six years.

Ms. Mona is a tall evergreen that currently stands beside the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse in downtown Lawrenceville.

“Ms. Mona” the Tree stands in the spotlights for the Tree Lighting at the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse

November 21, 2018

While evergreens are an icon of Christmas tradition, the one that stands beside the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse has a story — and a name— all its own.

Unspeakable gratitude for public safety professionals

November 20, 2018

Flags flew at half-staff over the State Capitol and throughout Gwinnett County in late October. Memorials poured in and people lined the procession route after the funeral for Gwinnett Police Officer Antwan Toney. He was shot dead while investigating a suspicious vehicle. He had been with the police department since October 2015.

Eastside Senior Team awarding Alton C. Crews Middle School principal and winning student Shayda Torab with $500 donation to their school in honor of this accomplishment. L-R: Dr. Stephen Higgins, Eastside Medical Center Chief Medical Officer, Amy Wheeler, Eastside Medical Center Chief Financial Officer, Dr. Omar Hadi, Mako Trained Orthopedic Surgeon at Eastside Medical Center, Dr. Stacey Schepens, Alton C. Crews Middle School Principal, Shayda Torab, Eastside Name Our Robot Contest Winner, Trent Lind, Eastside Medical Center Chief Executive Officer, Chad Lockhart, Eastside Medical Center Chief Operating Officer

Alton C. Crews Middle School student’s “R2-Knee2” wins hospital’s Name Our Robot contest

November 19, 2018

Eastside Medical Center celebrated the addition of the hospital’s new surgical robot, the Mako System robotic-arm, with an open house, ribbon cutting, and Name Our Robot awards ceremony on Thursday, October 25 at their main hospital located at 1700 Medical Way in Snellville. Attendees included hospital leaders, community leaders, chamber members, and Gwinnett and Walton County middle school principals, teachers, and students.

Hope Spring Distillery Announces Release of New Spirit: Garner Creek Gin

November 19, 2018

Gwinnett County distillery forays into grain-to-glass gin this fall

ATLANTA – Hope Springs Distillery, a premium, small-batch distillery in the heart of Lilburn, Ga., today announces the release of its first gin, Garner Creek, an exotic, craft spirit made with carefully selected spices and herbs. After months of meticulous experimentation, the Garner Creek Gin will finally hit the shelves in the coming weeks.

Philadelphia Winn Daughters Honor Gwinnett VA Clinic Veterans In Observance of Veterans Appreciation Month

November 19, 2018

Philadelphia Winn Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution joined other organizations across America to say “Thank You” to America’s military veterans during the month of November.