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Tadia Whitner was sworn in as Snellville associate judge Monday. From left are Snellville Mayor Tom Witts, State Court Judge Carla E. Brown and Whitner.

Whitner named Snellville Associate Judge

Snellville – Attorney Tadia D. Whitner was sworn in as associate judge Monday.

Whitner replaces Angela Duncan who was hired as a full-time Magistrate Judge in Gwinnett County.

Home of Hope Grand Opening

Home of Hope Grand Opening

The Gwinnett Children’s Shelter invites friends of the community to attend the unveiling ceremony of the new “Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter.” on May 2, 2016.

Gwinnett, Peachtree Corners agree on sidewalk project

Crooked Creek Road will get new curb, gutter and sidewalk, pedestrian crosswalks and drainage improvements thanks to an agreement between Gwinnett County and Peachtree Corners. Commissioners approved the plan on July 15.

Beth Volpert

Good sports and the importance of important

My view from the “bleachers” this month brought so many wonderful options to write about. A couple of great folks stood out this month. One person represented what it means to get involved and be a good sport and the other showed that even in the face of adverse conditions, keeping your sense of self is crucial. This column could never run dry. Choosing is the hard part.

Gwinnett County teens raise awareness against underage drinking

Lawrenceville, Ga – The Helping Others Organize Kreative Everyday Differences (HOOKED) Teen Club has planned a 5K and Fun Run event with the goal of bringing attention to underage drinking, encourage peers to thrive and keep adults from providing alcohol to minors. The “Alcohol Free Gets Me …” 5k and Fun Run will be held on April 26 at Tribble Mill Park at 7:30 a.m. during Alcohol Awareness Month, which is also peak prom and graduation season. All proceeds of the race will support the Teen Institute through Gwinnett United In Drug Education (GUIDE, Inc) and the HOOKED Teen Club, the club is currently seeking corporate sponsorship.