Local Residents Invited to Share Feedback on SR-20 Widening Project Until December 11
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking public input on proposed changes to State Route 20. The plan would widen SR-20 from just east of Interstate 75 in Bartow County to the intersection with Hickory Flat Highway, Marietta Road, and I-575 in Cherokee County.
Families of crime victims remember loved ones at annual vigil
As the names of crime victims from around Gwinnett County flashed on a screen during the annual Crime Victims Candlelight Vigil at 12Stone Church in Duluth on Thursday night, Deborah Free began to choke up and leaned on Renee Haygood’s shoulder for support. Free’s daughter, Rachel, was a was a victim of domestic...
Gainesville police say Wells Fargo bank robbery was thwarted
Police say officers stopped the robbery in progress and arrested the suspect inside the Gainesville bank without incident.
8 Massive Swap Meets In Georgia That Turn $40 Into Bags Of Bargains
Looking for places in Georgia where a few dollars can fill your arms with treasures?. These 8 massive swap meets offer incredible bargains and unique finds that will transform your $40 into bags full of amazing deals!. 1. Bill’s Flea Market (Lithia Springs) Holy moly, this place is huge!
Gwinnett County man reported missing
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Gwinnett County police are asking for help finding a missing Lawrenceville man. The family of Christopher Lawrence Clark, 59, last spoke with him over the phone on Oct. 9, according to the Gwinnett County Police Department. Clark is described as 6 feet, 4...
Lake Lanier bar fight lands 4 men in jail
Four men face criminal charges after a fight broke out at Lake Lanier Islands on Tuesday night, resulting in serious injuries to one of the men.
Gainesville man charged with elder abuse and neglect
GAINESVILLE, Ga. - A Gainesville man has been arrested on felony elder neglect charges after police say he deprived a 71-year-old family member of necessary care and sustenance. What we know:. Ajani Omari Lee was taken into custody after an investigation began when the elderly man was brought to Northeast...
Invasive Bamboo Is Spreading Quickly In Georgia, According To Google Maps
Google Maps keeps revealing new streaks of fast-moving green across Georgia, and you might be surprised to learn how often that trail leads back to invasive bamboo. You can almost see it pushing through yards and empty lots, claiming more ground than most plants ever dare. It’s the kind of...
Toxic Gas Released at Johns Creek Country Club After Chemical Mix-Up
JOHNS CREEK — Pool workers at a Johns Creek country club accidentally created a cloud of toxic gas Wednesday night when they mixed two common cleaning chemicals. What’s Happening: Employees performing routine pool maintenance mixed liquid chlorine with muriatic acid, which produces deadly chlorine gas. What’s...
Gwinnett County police launch ‘Toney’s Program’ to curb teen gun violence following officer’s death
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Late Gwinnett police officer Antwan Toney was loved by many in his department and his community. “One of the things about Officer Toney, he was amazing about community engagement,” said Lisa Jones, police legal advisor at the Gwinnett County Police Department. “He really...
