Back To School: Gwinnett School Buses Hit the Road as New Year Begins
They’re big. They’re yellow. And starting Monday, they’ll be everywhere. 🚌 Why It Matters: More than 135,000 students rely on Gwinnett County’s buses to get to school every day. That means parents, commuters, and neighborhoods need to brace for the early-morning and mid-afternoon traffic that comes with it.
Forsyth Co. officials say lower density a focus as residential moratorium continues
Forsyth County officials spoke on a county government podcast Tuesday, saying they are continuing to work on changes to the county's comprehensive plan as a recently-passed moratorium on residential zonings is set to expire in November. Forsyth County Commissioners approved the moratorium in April after a request to...
Gainesville man arrested after attacking 64-year-old
A Gainesville man was arrested Sunday afternoon after he allegedly attacked a 64-year-old man at an East Hall County home. The Hall County Sheriff's Office said deputies were called to a home on Oconee Circle near White Sulphur Road just before 2:30 p.m. Sunday. When they arrived, they found Michael Paul Ledford, age...
The 7 Best Things To Buy At Hobby Lobby, According To Interior Designers
A trip to Hobby Lobby promises to be an adventure. This Oklahoma City-based chain is bound to have what you’re looking for—from craft supplies to baking accessories and home decor—, but prepare to also see some quirky items along the way. When hunting for items to decorate...
Lawrenceville, GA Sugar Hill Diner Receives Failing C Grade After Health Inspection
The Diner at Sugar Hill received a failing grade of 74 with a C rating during a routine health inspection on July 28, according to the Gwinnett, Newton & Rockdale County Health Departments.
Man accused of pistol-whipping victim for AirPods, cash during Gwinnett Co. armed robbery
Gwinnett County police arrested a man linked to an armed robbery that was about cash and electronics.
Dashcam: 19-year-old arrested after police chase in Gwinnett County
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - Gwinnett County police say they've stopped a suspect linked to an armed robbery in another part of metro Atlanta. Authorities say the county's network of FLOCK cameras helped track down the wanted 19-year-old. What we know: — The Gwinnett County Police Department said on July 17,...
Forsyth County: Commercial tax digest outpaces residential base this year
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County officials noted the commercial tax digest is growing faster than the residential base, signaling success in the effort to control growth. “That is definitely something we are interested in seeing,” CFO Brian Clark said at the first of three millage rate hearings July...
Georgia Attorney General visits Rotary Club of Roswell
ROSWELL, Ga. — Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr paid the Rotary Club of Roswell a visit July 24. More than 150 Rotary members and guests attended the meeting at Roswell Area Park to hear about Carr’s work. The club chose to bring Carr out to talk about his campaigns to address human trafficking, organized crime...
CCSD Back-to-School Updates
We’re busy preparing for our first day of school on Friday, Aug. 1, and have a few reminders to help you prepare. If you haven’t already, please check out the July back-to-school edition of the CCSD Connections newsletter at https://www.cherokeek12.net/about-ccsd/newsletter, which includes important information like...